A fun little project

[Rolf]

I created this "Bellport" ice scooter from a photo that I had. These were raced on our bay when it froze over. The steering is with the jib (front sail) and they can hit 60mph. Back in the early 80's I was restoring one but back then I did not have the tools that I have now and sold it. It had been built in the 1800's.

All natural woods except for the blue sky. That was done with an airbrush over a blue pine backer. The window in the sail is a bit of acrylic.

It is 11 x 11 inches.  Fun to design and tricky to get the perspective right. 

Edited February 25, 2022 by Rolf

[meflick]

Beautiful piece Rolf. I love the airbrushed background. It adds as depth that’s no background or a wooden one would not and it enhances your piece.

[Jim McDonald]

Beautiful subject executed in your usual great fashion. 

[Dak0ta52]

Nicely done!

[Sycamore67]

Looks really good!

[Dave Monk]

That came out totally awesome!

 

[preprius]

Intarsia is very hard to make.  Let alone make it look this good.  Now add the fact this is your own design.  It shows alot of work. 

Very nice. 

The puffy jackets and helmets add the cold and danger factor. 

The left to right grain is excellent and blends into the horizon / sea so well.   

Stunning, pleasing to the eye.

Me.

 

[wombatie]

This is a lovely piece of art, you did an amazing job.

Marg

[don watson]

A very well made piece and a great piece of design. You should be proud.

Edited February 26, 2022 by don watson
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[daveww1]

terrific job, it's beautiful