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Tarbuster
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right here, right now
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Jan 11, 2009 - 06:00pm PT
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Tlingit mask by Bruce!
Man ... that thing got the power & emotion.
OK Sherri: Red Rocks piece...
We wait for good things.
Puzzle that work up and show!!!
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Sherri
climber
WA
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Topic Author's Reply - Jan 12, 2009 - 02:18am PT
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We'll do, Tarbuster. I had to break out the overhead projector so I could start sketching out the design last night
--looks like this thing's going to be at least 5 feet wide.
No skimping on Red Rocks...
thanks for the RR pics, all. You've been a great help and inspiration.
Here's a rough pic of the treefrog mural I'm just finishing...
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Sherri
climber
WA
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 22, 2009 - 01:19pm PT
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I had the honor and pleasure of creating a bristlecone mural for fellow supertopian SteveW.
It arrived on his doorstep just this morning.
(I think the UPS driver was glad he was home to help carry it from the truck!)
He gave me permission to share a pic of the finished product with you all...
Thanks for the chance to do this amazing piece, Steve!
It's my favorite mural so far! :)
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MUR
climber
A little to the left of right
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Apr 22, 2009 - 01:39pm PT
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Amazing, so much talent!
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Apr 22, 2009 - 01:42pm PT
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Wow. Steve commissioned a beauty.
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Sherri
climber
WA
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 22, 2009 - 05:51pm PT
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Thanks!
It was a great idea for a mural--the bristlecone pines have so much character and energy.
I'm stoked that Steve gave me the opportunity to do one.
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Apr 22, 2009 - 11:32pm PT
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I haven't stopped grinning, Sherri.
WOW!!!!!
You are just an incredible artist!
Thank you SO MUCH!!!!!
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John Moosie
climber
Beautiful California
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Apr 22, 2009 - 11:35pm PT
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Super super Cool. Lucky man Steve. Beautiful work Sherri !!!
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tokyo bill
Social climber
tokyo
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Apr 22, 2009 - 11:50pm PT
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Hey Handcrack-
I recognize those double rainbows: that was a good day!
Hi Sherri-
I'm also potentially interested in commissioning something from you, although I don't have a specific theme in mind yet, or any idea of how to get the darn thing over here when it's done...
Do you have a web site or anything of the kind?
 Bill
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nita
climber
chica from chico, I don't claim to be a daisy
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Apr 23, 2009 - 12:14am PT
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Sherri, Wow..that turned out quite Beautiful! What exactly is the process in making one of your Art Pieces?
Steve, when you hang it up, post a picture.. please.
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Sherri
climber
WA
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 23, 2009 - 12:30am PT
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Gosh, thanks folks.
Steve deserves the kudos for the initial inspiration and for giving me and my muses free reign in the woodshop to see what came of it.
Way too fun!
Nita, in a nutshell--they're more or less big puzzles made up of different kinds of woods
(which gives the color variations), which are cut, sanded, and glued to a backing.
As for the specifics, everyone goes at it a slightly different way, but for me the process involves a lot of time "intuiting"
(ie--staring at the wood and the design figuring out how to bring it to life).
I draw up a design to start out, but I never follow it.
Just find it more natural to go with the flow.
I've never made the same thing twice(even when I tried).
Bill--I have no website. I find that serendipity has been the best way to market my stuff. I meet the neatest people this way. :)
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tokyo bill
Social climber
tokyo
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Apr 23, 2009 - 04:35am PT
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Well, hmmm...
Can you give me an idea of the dimensions and weight of an average piece, and how fragile it might be? Just a ballpark idea is fine. Sounds like they might run pretty heavy, based on your comment about the UPS guy.
I'm thinking the trip to Tokyo for something like that might raise damage concerns...not to mention costing a bit; but with basic information, I can maybe do some investigating.
Awesome work, in any case - compliments!
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Sherri
climber
WA
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 23, 2009 - 10:54am PT
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Bill, I sent you an email w/more details, but in case others are curious: Steve's mural measures approx 4ft x 4ft and weighs 44lbs.
I'd compare the size and weight to that of a large foyer mirror. I was able carry it from my shop and hang it inside on my wall on my own.
(I think the packaging is what threw the UPS driver the curve--harder to pick up a big cardboard box).
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tokyo bill
Social climber
tokyo
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Apr 23, 2009 - 11:55pm PT
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Sherri -
Got your message and sent a reply. Thanks!
Bill
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MisterE
Trad climber
One Step Beyond!
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Apr 24, 2009 - 12:53am PT
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Nice work, Sherri!
Glad you and Steve found a connection!
Erik
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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May 19, 2009 - 05:08pm PT
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Nita
I didn't forget you--just way too busy with school
and only got the 'Bristlecone' put up a couple of
days ago. . .
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nita
climber
chica from chico, I don't claim to be a daisy
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May 19, 2009 - 05:11pm PT
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Beautiful!..................................
cute cats;-)
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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May 19, 2009 - 11:01pm PT
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It makes me smile each time I walk into the room!
The kitties are my babies!!!!
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philo
Trad climber
boulder, co.
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May 20, 2009 - 11:00am PT
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That is stunning!
Purrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.
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Reilly
Mountain climber
Monrovia, CA
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May 20, 2009 - 11:37am PT
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Sherri,
You are a true artiste!
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