[TheForge] repoussé leaves in progress

[Fiorini & Skiles]

Some of you know that I already do a certain style of repoussé and chasing.
I'm pleased with my skill level on that technique, but am trying to add more
skills using thin-ish sheet metal.  That's the best use of my skills and
time- with 2 small children, limited shop time, and a need for paying
commissions.

 I'm self-teaching/learning repousséd acanthus style leaves currently.
Thanks to those of you who have sent me jpgs of Broussard tooling.  I'm
still waiting for some video rentals to come in through LAMA, but this is
where I'm at with the technique right now.
http://hosting.acegroup.cc/~koka/ornateleaves.jpg

I'm getting a good feel for the technique, but do not feel like I can create
every curve combination that I'd like.  I'm also not getting the full
rounded effect that I'd like in some areas.
-Kirsten
p.s.  The drawing behind the leaves is not mine.  I'm working for a designer
on this project.
koka@acegroup.cc
http://hosting.acegroup.cc/~koka/
http://www.mnartists.org/?loc_name=viewartistfeature&artistid=2713