The MAGNIFICENT SEVEN represent the first of a beginning series of Whittle Poke Busts.  Each is carved only with a knife using a one and half inch square by three inch tall block of basswood.  A natural finish of artist oil Raw Sienna paint mixed with boiled linseed oil brings each carving to life with a soft glow that shows off the texture of the carving cuts.  Texture is color easily seen through a natural finish. Read the rest of this entry »