Portrait of my daughter

Mel…what can I say? It is absolutely beautiful. She is precious! Love the way you did her hair. Her eyes are so captivating. You’ll be beating the boys away from your door when she gets older. Nice job…something she will always be able to cherish. “Keep burning and learning™”...hugs…Dannie

-- Dangee's Pyrography by Artist Danette Smith

Wow. Very nice. I don’t have a clue how to do wood burning. I am not good with that kind of artistic thing. I can’t draw to save my life lol.

-- Tyler, Illinois

Great piece. Can you tell us more? What sort of burner do you use? Do you prepare the ply in any way? Is the layout all by eye?—I was able to get my questions answered through your gallery. Thank you Mel.

-- Tony, Sacramento

Mel,

You have a gorgeous daughter and your portrait captures her beautifully. This is a portrait that is both unique and priceless.

Now you need to design and build a frame to compliment this “work of art”.

Thanks for sharing.

-- With God's help all things are possible- even woodworking. Woodworking is not just a hobby, it is an (expletive deleted) expensive hobby.

this is awesome!!!

-- "Functional WoodArt" by Debbie, Canada (http://www.execulink.com/~yohan)

mel. what a wonderful job. you captured her so well. thanks for sharing.

-- pat,ohio...http://s5.photobucket.com/albums/y198/patshwigar/

Wow, wish I could do that – what a great job.

It’s already been said, but WOW!

The subtle shading, especially in the hair, makes this look like a photograph.

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

the detail of your work is excellent I give you two thumbs up!

-- Todd from KY

Some people have it and some don’t. You have it.!

-- Gary, East TX -- The longest journey begins with a single step.

That is absolutely AMAZING! Your detail is great! Mel, you have a special gift in your hands. Keep it up!

-- "Knowledge is King! It is never too late to learn something new." - Jim

This is one more portrait, now of your daughter. The innocence on her face is vividly seen. I must take a few lessons from you. It’s great.
Sharad

-- patanjali

wow thats incredible. so detailed. it must have taken a long time. I’m just getting into wood burning so i know how long it is and how hard to is to get good detail like that. keep up the good work and i can’t wait to see more posts.

You are a true artist when it comes to wood burning. Abeautiful child and a beautiful piece of work. Thank you so much for posting.

God Bless
tom

-- Mc Bridge Cabinets, Iowa