Amazing sculpture carved from patterned wood

[@BMSculptures]

Checkout Flexispot's huge Black Friday Sale going on now! bit.ly/3UJtN20 and let me know what you want to see me carve next... BESIDES a Peacock!!!

[@karinasanchez3285]

Amazing result 🙌🙌🙌 loved the final snail much better. Well done 👍

[@FoxLightstep]

Nope. Not giving up on the peacock.

[@michelleaicf3795]

Hey Slug Mummy, as a Torontonian now living in BC viewer who had field trips to the Skydome (revealing my age lol) I would love to see you create something from your time playing here! P.s. hugs to your daughter RIP Charlie

[@alicewalters2510]

frog giraffe

[@sanddagger36]

i love the idea of using a desk in wood working. really shows off the versatility of their product.

[@steveplummer5779]

Some advice I've heard, and given, is that "It doesn't matter what 'most people would pay for your original art' because only one person is going to buy it. You don't need to convince a mass of consumers, you need that piece of art to resonate with ONE person and that's it, and they'll be willing to pay you for what it's really worth. You're not competing with Walmart, you're making ART."

[@YourLocalWhaill]

Underrated?

[@Jerepasaurus]

EXAAAACTLY!

[@rosieking383]

I needed to see this. Thanks for sharing.

[@dolly.gwendolyn]

Well it really depends if you want to make a full time living you need to have a steady customer base

[@Choujifangirl]

Goddamn ain’t that the truth😂

[@HateHater2205]

Everyone knows every good sculpture starts with stepping on your daughters favorite snail

[@BMSculptures]

90% of the time it works everytime!

[@DrVenture45]

Inspiration can come from anywhere. 😂

[@searchingfortruth619]

such a wholesome channel, the project is a "daddy got in trouble, time to appease" gig, lol. love it ❣

[@kevineyesix2257]

Yep, tragedy yields some of the greatest inspiration for art!

[@masondegaulle5731]

Straight slug mummy

[@SovaySovay]

I'll never forget the time my daughter showed her beloved snail to our duck and he ate it right out of her palm

[@AshenHarvest]

that poor snail, why did it have to be treat shaped😭

[@Irisdlv]

The trauma that must have caused your daughter not to mention the poor snail that thought life was good before that moment.

[@MikeNOtie]

The “I ❤ Slug Mummies” tshirt was a great touch! 😂

[@BMSculptures]

Glad you liked it!

[@DominusFeles]

@@BMSculpturesI fully expect that to be in your web shop.

[@jenniferdoll3294]

Where do we get a slug mummy shirt??

[@duplessis2006]

better than slug mommy

[@robertrenato]

I liked the Glitterslug! I could see one really dark blue version where the glitter is like stars. Galaxyslug!

[@ForeverBroken9]

yes!

[@ecosca74]

First version of body was better…

[@cb9746]

I was hoping he'd mount the glitter slug head like a deer mount

[@puffmagic9833]

@@robertrenato Glitter is awesome!

[@melissamo4680]

I know, I loved it too!!! 😢 ☹️

[@Mima88888]

Aww, I fully hoped you would give this to your daughter, she would treasure it for life. This was an amazing sculpture!

[@petraz.6631]

Or make a smaller one to give to his daughter! With time it's price could easily go up

[@bencressman6110]

This is going to sound harsh, but I think an artist of your calibre can take it. With a pattern like that, it just doesn’t work unless it is damn near perfect. The $9500 wow factor would be there if it weren’t for the misalignments in the pattern. Some parts of the pattern are 1/4” off across the joint! Anyways, it’s a great sculpture and you know it, but I think earnest critique (not hate) is good for any artist.

[@sherrylawrencelewis2544]

I agree! The pattern of misalignment looks off and jumps out. Maybe, no patterned wood next time... 😮

[@echognomecal6742]

Yep. For all that work & time & expense, it looks "off" & sloppy. (Also, how many people would even Consider buying an expensive SNAIL to look @ & show off? Escargot aficionados, I guess.)

[@kichiroux3025]

@@sherrylawrencelewis2544 Patterned wood can look amazing, and had the alignment been right, this could have looked amazing, but he's said time and time again he's not a woodworker, and doesn't like to fiddle with all that precision...the patterned wood isn't the problem here.

[@kichiroux3025]

if you wanna see an example of a similar pattern, John Malecki did a video where he did 3 cutting boards, and the third one is VERY similar (though more intricate) than this one.

[@jusnewquay]

You need to do a red panda - the colours lend themselves to some great choices of wood.

[@CuratedCars]

Great idea! Plus if you find the right crazy rich Asian $$$$$$

[@thejudgemeister]

I've seen so many slug mummies in my life but your slug mummy was by far the best one I've ever seen.

[@PowWowAnimations]

Trying to make peace with the immortal snail, I see

[@BMSculptures]

May the snail gods be in my favor

[@samuelphilips6091]

I was looking for this comment

[@nelsoncam123]

i thought the idea was to make peace with the "girl" (should have asked her what "she" thinks about the glitter)

[@phlagenjoyer]

@@BMSculpturesyou should’ve gifted it to her

[@lauriebennett6257]

It's gorgeous! Charlie would be honored... Does your daughter know what happened to him? 🐌

[@joedolceland]

I love the before, because the glitter gave the effect of wet. Love your work

[@BMSculptures]

Thank you! 😊. Wish I could have saved it

[@borabora5349]

Yea I liked it also

[@ecosca74]

Much better

[@s.wilson6770]

It takes an artist's heart to go from stepping on a snail to creating a gorgeous multimedia sculpture of one.😊

[@ajcnielsen]

24:54: I'll admit upfront I'm a woodworker, I'm not an artist and I have no idea how to produce or price artwork. However, you did this entire video talking about your precision process, precision equipment and attention to detail and then show a final product where half of the joints don't line up and some of them nearly miss completely?!? A $10k snail is questionable if it was perfect. You should have kept the sparkly slug and remade the shell.

[@OrtieCat]

Slug mummy. The final sculpture is unique, delightful, and gorgeous. The shell is incredible and the little gastropod himself is a cool likeness.

[@BMSculptures]

aw hell they are called gastropods!? I should have researched this before

[@OrtieCat]

@@BMSculptures😂

[@benguidomeister4800]

how is your commentar from 12 h and the video is only since 40 min out? (slug mummy)

[@BMSculptures]

@@benguidomeister4800 The video gets released to my members first.

[@searchingfortruth619]

amazing work. i am personally not as enamored by the aesthetic of snails, but to each their own.

[@marylynne9104]

Never thought I’d live long enough to see a SLUG MUMMY. Beautiful work, ❤. I hope you frame a composite photo of real life Charlie and your sculpture for your daughter. It will be a unique keepsake and talking point her whole life.

[@jonahtillman9499]

Hey Blake! Really enjoying this new format where some of the voice overs are project related, and some of the voice overs are lessons learned/general advice. Definitely wanna see this trend continue. And as always, your work is simply fascinating. I won’t sit here and try to describe how amazing it is. We’re all super proud of you!

[@BMSculptures]

Glad you like them!

[@Gochna89]

Owning my own adorable African Snails, I must say that looks absolutely stunning, and I am sure Charlie would love this. :)

[@BMSculptures]

That is awesome. Hope you watch where you step!

[@JamesLaisGlass]

Nice slug mummy! Beautiful work!

[@apeman505]

When I have problems casting objects that keep getting bubbles trapped in the extremities, I find it helps to fill those bits first using a pipette or something to make sure they're full first before filling the rest of the mold.

[@BMSculptures]

oh that is a fantastic idea. Thanks for the protip!

[@PossumLover1111]

I was in the art business for 14 years (we owned an art gallery) and I'd say your price is perfectly worth it. It's obvious how much time/effort/skill went into it......absolutely stunningly beautiful. New sub here.

[@BMSculptures]

that is awesome. Thanks for sharing! BTW- I now have a few pieces that I am looking at getting into art galleries... Any insights on who I should reach out to or know of anybody that may be interested? Please email me [e-mail] Thanks!

[@NorbiP]

Slug Mummy

[@vincenttrigg4521]

Was? What happened?

[@PossumLover1111]

@@vincenttrigg4521 Divorced. I ended up working in bookstores for 18 yrs.

[@vincenttrigg4521]

@PossumLover1111 oh jeez... I'm so sorry to hear that. Is life treating you well at least?

[@joegarces8044]

Asa fellow former ball player and artist, I am so stoked to find your channel. Awesome work!

[@ianholderness5773]

When you look at the finished product, there's probably only one in the world, and to me, that makes it priceless nice job.

[@BMSculptures]

Thank you!

[@starfirebird3099]

I really appreciate your take on the financial side of a career in art. I do a ton of textile stuff (knit/crochet/etc) for fun, but have never turned it into a business because pretty much no one wants to pay for 10 hours of labor to knit a hat when you can just buy a machine-knit one. On the other hand, a lot of people I know with sewing businesses (custom dance/skating/etc costumes) say to charge at least minimum wage for your when starting out, and increase from there.

[@BMSculptures]

yeah I can see that. It is always tough to turn it into a business and it needs to be different than the store bought pieces somehow.

[@vincenttrigg4521]

I've been told I could sell these little fairy light trees I've made for family but... I couldn't see it making enough to be worth it. Materials aren't expensive but it take at least a week in terms of hours to make them. (So about a month in total since I have to do other life things). Plus I have severe chronic back pain. There's just no way I can see someone even paying minimum waged hours for them. Minimum wage where I live is $15 24 hours a day for a full week is 168 hours. 168 hours for 15per hour is 2520. There's just no way someone is paying 2 grand for a light up wire tree that's less than a foot tall...

[@jenajinx]

Slug Mummy sounds like an awesome 80s rock band LOL Love this piece, very unique!

[@mavericfain6781]

When you explained your price at the end I was so relieved to hear that you went up with it from the baseline. So many artists of all kinds undervalue and underprice their work and it's always so disheartening to see. I'm glad you're here to tell us to value our work! Also, totally agree on the slug switch. The sculpture is stunning!

[@BMSculptures]

Thank you! Glad you liked it

[@surival]

9500 for a woodwork piece that isn't perfectly seamless is sorta a stretch, though ​@BMSculptures

[@vidclarke]

The saddest part about this whole video… I was expecting you to give this to your daughter. 🐌

[@gudrune]

I suspect she'd rather have a doll

[@ryanrents126]

$9500 would pay for another trip to Hawaii...

[@justinperry13]

Good call on switching the snail. The second one was way better

[@utek3420]

I absolutely loved the sparkly slug -- but you are 100% right: it doesn't go with the wooden snail house. The final product is gorgeous.

[@jokinramosperez]

When an artist corrects his work, two things can happen. 1, he makes a bad work, 2, he makes a better work. In your case, it was number 2, you changed for the better. It certainly shows the skill you have and the love and effort you put into each of your works. A big greeting, ARTIST!

[@stravd]

Well Slug Mummy and Optic Tentacle sounds interesting together XD

[@BMSculptures]

new fav words!

[@Tortall2012]

Thank you for sharing how you price out your work. My dad has recently really been expressing his interest in doing things like this as he is edging towards retirement and currently has relatively flexible work hours. This is also the exact kind of thing he loves and I can’t wait to share it with him!

[@AndyFromBeaverton]

25:29 The main reason I would say no to your price tag is the misalignment of your pattern.

[@andyjackygordon]

Achatina achatina, commonly known as the giant African snail,

[@patrickemmons9936]

Unfortunately that’s the number one thing I caught as well. It is beautiful but the misalignment really throws off the eye

[@ziggyvonmars]

Mmm he went on about wow factor and quality to find his price point but I'd say he was a little biased. Most people in the comments are sucking up his butt and not being honest. The misalignment really throws the eye off. Noone in the comments would pay nearly 10 grand for that, if they do it's because he is an ex ball player not the quality of the piece. Honestly the cutting boards were better 😬

[@Algroh91]

I noticed this as well right after he mentioned his asking price

[@TheBatman-1989]

I love elephant's, very very much, I'd love to see you carve one but then I'd want it 😂. So, to me it doesn't matter what you carve, cause I'll watch every video in awe and no matter what it is, will always be blown away.

[@BMSculptures]

I have been wanting to carve an elephant for a very long time. Hopefully soon!

[@sonnyjs15]

There's a real cool dude in Alaska that has been on Joe Rogan a couple times. He owns a prehistoric boneyard. I would bet my pinky toe that, if you introduced your channel and plan, he would send you mammoth tusk for it. Or a sack of mixed peaces of ancient ivory. Not kidding. Please investigate. So much potential.

[@BMSculptures]

@@sonnyjs15 I have listened to him multiple times on the podcast. So fascinating. However Most of the tusks are very fragile and not in good enough condition to carve something solid out of.... I DO want to use them for antlers or other animals tusks though. That could work!

[@sonnyjs15]

@@BMSculptures no, like two fragment/epoxy sculpted tusks. Like the slug mold or something so you wouldn't have the cut/sand them. Wooden elephant (or mammoth) carving with shards in epoxy.

[@paigemac12]

Hey Blake, just wanted to let you know your videos have helped me through some super difficult months. I have been in years of therapy and also worked as a mental healthcare professional and, honestly, nothing has been quite as healing as the energy and creativity you exude through your videos. Thank you. Mike :)

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Perhaps the Sphinx was the original slug mummy. Eye stalks lost to sandstorms... Another stunning piece!👍

[@BMSculptures]

hahaa Thanks James!

[@Lemmons998]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who kept thinking of the Sphinx while seeing the slug mummy! 😂

[@searchingfortruth619]

are you saying maybe blake could carve a sphinx.....? that would be pretty awesome!

[@kumiejoubert-vanniekerk8794]

I shake my head whenever you start a project, instead of just using wood and resin, you must incorporate the most incredible mind-boggling pattern! I try to carve basic wood into a good sculpture, but YOU HAVE TO go light years beyond our other mere mortal carvers/sculptors!!! It is an absolute joy to watch your videos and work. Interesting fact, those large snails are actually welcome in South African gardens near the coast since they feed on those pesky snails that ruin the plants. Love them.

[@frankierzucekjr]

I would 1000% give this to your daughter. Since it was because of her you made it.

[@Duckrabbit_Forging]

Something thats really cool is making those fancy wood patterns is the process is super similar to making mosaic Damascus

[@BMSculptures]

It is very similar!

[@mulepowerforge]

Hey 🦆🐇!

[@Duckrabbit_Forging]

@@mulepowerforge yoo sup 🐴⚡

[@pvtstash3139]

Layers are layers, no matter the material. The forged versions may need a little more thought due to the stresses and the expectations of the final product tho... metal tends to require actual use vs. the aesthetic of woods. But yes, very similar techniques. 👍👍👍👍

[@Twiddle_things]

I loved both snails! I especially loved the sparkly one. Although it looked a bit tacky I LOOOOVED the contrast between the dark wood and near white resin. Would love to see you make some kind of high contrast sculpture. That'd be gorgeous!! (BTW this isn't to say that the second snail is worse. It's by all means better!! Looks a lot cooler and fits the vibe. I just adored the high contrast and sparkles xD)

[@BMSculptures]

Thanks for your input... It was just not really my style and I think it looked kind of cheap for some reason. Maybe I will do high contrast one day!

[@vincenttrigg4521]

​@BMSculptures glitter gets used in sooooo many things these days so it's over used and thus makes it tacky. Like it gets used just to draw in attention even if something is low quality, hence the cheap aspect

[@angelanicholasstonehicks6431]

I just came across your channel & instantly I'm hooked. Thank you for sharing your talent, skills, & creativity. Beautiful!!!!

[@يوسف-ف9و2س]

I expected the shell to be the glass ،Seems like a good thing

[@BMSculptures]

That would be intersting

[@nonoddingdog4682]

@@BMSculpturessounds like a challenge.

[@pinkytaylor5845]

Snail mummy. That was wonderful. I learned a lot. I have just started trying to sell my work, I have been making things for presents and people have said I should sell them, but didn't know how to figure my pricing. Thank you.

[@BMSculptures]

Glad this video could help!

[@bebophippie1781]

Try pricing it at double what you expect someone to pay. You can always lower the price if it does not sell and you get surprised every now and then. I only sell things in the 1 - 3 hundred dollar range though. Not sure how it "wood" work with higher pricing.

[@pinkytaylor5845]

​@@bebophippie1781😂 Thank you

[@estherclawson6876]

Thank you for the advice and the slug mummy. I was confused until I finished more of the video. Good job, everyone.

[@eckes13]

Ohh crap, Blake has discovered insects... lol... love your work and when you go off the beaten path... just waiting for that "Banana" sculpture...

[@BMSculptures]

hahaha banana sculpt will happen one of these days

[@avam6546]

snails aren’t actually insects, they’re gastropods (a class of mollusks). that being said, it’d be super cool to see blake do an insect. some kind of beetle or caterpillar would be awesome!

[@MazTheMeh16]

A big ass beetle would be so cool

[@grecoangelo]

When Blake uploads, men are happy

[@BMSculptures]

hahaha

[@karinasanchez3285]

Scratch that… men and women 😉

[@kathyanasamarakoon2261]

Not just men

[@s.wilson6770]

Absolutely agree with the body change. The glitter slug looked like a low end yard decoration while the carved snail shell is a piece of art. My own choice, if you would want to stick to a translucent body would be lead crystal, but I personally think the disparity in material distracts from your incredible wood working, tho I do think the 2nd body does work better. Personally, I think a metal body would be a more congruent whole, but, hey, you're a gifted, working artist and I'm sitting on my backside watching videos, what do I know. Your shell design is brilliant, your decision to create laminated assorted woods is truly inspired. Thank you for sharing your videos, and your passion.

[@naxusred]

25:41 should have made that into one of those taxidermy head wall mounts

[@amybarber347]

Slug mummy!!!

[@yzzie7367]

"Slug mummy" are my new favorite words! Lol I'd love to watch you sculpt a horse skull! I think it would look really cool with some flower or something like that. Love your videos!

[@BMSculptures]

wow, not sure if i've ever seen a horse skull. I will have to check that out!

[@Dravis_116]

I'd argue that the $55 band saw replacement is part of regular upkeep/maintenance of your tools, not a cost specific to the job that gets rolled into the price.

[@BMSculptures]

Yes.... You are probably right about that. My mistake while editing this vid

[@MrE_]

It depends. If a tool breaks specifically because of one job, then I'd charge it to that job. But yea if it's general wear and tear, and the thing just got worn, then yea that's separate from that specific piece

[@libbygardner3021]

Some of that upkeep and maintenance, along with space and utilities, have to be included for the artist to break even though.

[@loko6725]

Pls make a sea horse

[@BMSculptures]

That would be tough

[@loko6725]

@BMSculptures face the challanges .so you can learn so many things

[@Coopwastaken]

Never thought about that! Sea horse would be amazing. The sea weed be clear green apoxy and the sea horse out of a piece of burl wood like the fish in the mouth of the bear piece!

[@Coopwastaken]

The burl wood would give it a similar look to the real texture of a sea horse!

[@0409clearly]

Slug mummy. Love this, total genius. Please please make a fox or a puffin. You’re just amazing.

[@BMSculptures]

I like those ideas. I eat puffin cereal all the time so I am strangly always looking at them.

[@DraconiaEldrathia]

Dear Artist, I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for your remarkable artwork. Your talent not only inspires me as an artist but also motivates me to enhance my woodworking skills. As someone who works with various mediums, I find immense joy in watching your videos. Each time I view them, I am greeted with a smile and a renewed sense of inspiration. It is truly a wonderful gift that artists possess-the ability to inspire others. Please continue your incredible work, as it is genuinely appreciated. Warm regards from the Netherlands!💜🐌🐚💯

[@BMSculptures]

wow thank you so miuch Isabella. That is one of the best and nicest comments I have ever had. Thanks so much!

[@MattCantYT]

I enjoyed the fact that this video is basically an entertaining sculpt video whilst also having a how to tutorial sprinkled in for beginners

[@Melonroses]

4:21 that doesn't count...we still want the peacock👀

[@dreadcoil]

still waiting for that peacock

[@BMSculptures]

I knew it! ✋

[@dreadcoil]

@@BMSculptures they are majestic

[@MattIsCool11]

Anyone watching this in 2025?

[@rosejett32]

Almost cried when you said" i already like the no glitter slug .😮

[@a3jan]

Accounting student here: you can't add the full cost of the band saw blade to the cost of the project since that blade will still be good for a bunch more projects. Only a portion of the blade's cost can be added to this project. (We call this depreciation.) You want to apportion the cost based on how much usage you get out of it.

[@christineg8151]

This is incredible! I love the way the wood patterning changes depending on the depth of the cuts and the angle you're looking at it. And the slug mummy cracks me up!

[@iantercero5380]

I’m so amazed Jokovich went from best tennis player to best wood maker. ❤

[@carolbuzelim]

Rio charlie, i will never be forgoten

[@Kirstalyn272]

This is such a beautiful piece! I never dreamed I would say a snail was pretty!

[@Philly215CMiller]

The Slug Mummy Looks Amazing

[@estherclawson6876]

All I can think of now when I see snails is that one episode of the Wild Life SMP. If you know, you know....

[@austios]

Slug Mummy! I’m not gonna get that out of my head for awhile lol… I kind of liked the glittery snail, but ultimately it comes down to if YOU’RE completely happy with it or not, so I’m glad you redid it.

[@TrudellHoffman]

My sons name is Blake too!!! He's also a very creative type. Maybe his work will progress to stuff this wonderful as he gets older!!!

[@karravarney1092]

I mean. The visual of an actual mummified slug is ALOT lol Would be an amazing halloween inspired carving lol

[@puffmagic9833]

It's totally worth that price. Charlie would be so proud, lol!

[@BMSculptures]

i hope so

[@marief43]

Slug mummy is going to be beautiful!

[@shadowwolf8282]

First off, slug mummy is probably the best term I've ever heard lmao. I love the design and how much of your heart and soul goes into each part. It's easy to finish something, say its good enough, then move on. Its a lot harder to restart after so much work and i commend you for that. End product looks amazing! Though i will admit that the pattern matchup didn't seem to match up to great. But it shows just how hard that stuff really is. Its not.just a simple "Slap this here" situation. And again the overall does look great! Amazing work and beautiful product as always!

[@BMSculptures]

hahaha right!? Yeah I wish I got the pattern better- I should have talked about that in the voiceover more.

[@shadowwolf8282]

@@BMSculptures live and learn friend! Over all, amazing video and great product!

[@Palvader]

The sparkly snail body looked great to me! But swapping it for clear makes it match the astetic of your other pieces. I liked them both!

[@VivaLaPluto1518]

Love the Slummy (slug mummy) tutorial, 10/10 will mummy my slug again!

[@BrentDnD]

It’s always a treat when you’re on an archeological excavation and you uncover a fully intact Slug Mummy!

[@131dyana]

Amazing talent Thanks for sharing with us.

[@SDSerialDesignationN]

Slug Mummy. Nice sculpture, it already looks so amazing and I haven't even watch the whole video yet!❤

[@henaartstudio3245]

This slug mummy is an Egyptian excellent the Pharaoh will be proud

[@Just1Nora]

I was wheezing over the clamps, clamping clamps, clamping clamps. 😂 I'll keep my dad's old screw clamps, thanks. 😅 Also, when I heard and saw that band saw blade wobble, my brain went Monty Python and the Holy Grail killer rabbit scene, "Run away! Run awaaayyyy!" 😂

[@JamesSavage-i7f]

Looks good , awesome prop. Hopefully you have a part 3 to this video series to show atleast what it looks like with the foliage.

[@-MacCat-]

Slug mummy - perfect name foe a band. OK, now for my 2 cents worth. 1st attempt for the slug body - I thought "wabi sabi". Then I saw your second one. You were correct in taking that decision. The value of art is determined by the market. Personally I would not pay that amount for the snail, BUT I hope someone does. As an amateur chopping board maker, I love what the ones you made on this video.

[@BMSculptures]

Thank you and i completely agree with you

[@dcmp3po]

Love the slug mummy!!!

[@Wacked]

Been here for all three thumbnails.

[@Wacked]

Let's make that four.

[@Wacked]

Hold up, has there been an alteration and this is the fifth one?

[@Wacked]

Unsure again. Have we hit 6?

[@BMSculptures]

I think we have hit around 20 at this point.... Dont know how much you know about analytics but basically this video has a TERRIBLE click through rate which means my title and thumbnail are not working.... I am trying to figure this thing out. You will probably see more

[@willcookmakeup]

Omg this is stunning! Ugh that bandsaw moment though! So glad you didnt get hurt and saw it bebore it broke.

[@thomasarussellsr]

I'm in love with this result of making slug mummies.❤😂 Now, I don't know much about art, but I've seen knives and swords go for way more than $10k, so why not a beautiful slug sculpture?

[@marypatelhattab6253]

Slug mummy 😊 Your work is absolutely gorgeous!

[@jessicawoods3690]

I really liked the glitter. But I really liked the purple & black tones in the second one I think if you blended them it would’ve been perfect!

[@oneshotme]

I very much enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@BMSculptures]

Much apprecaited!

[@StephanieElizabethMann]

I did some research on large artistic snail sculptures. There's quite a few out there though I wouldn't have included some which were 3 x 4" and under. Of the ones I found that were over a thousand dollars they were good for what they were. Some snails would be expensive at half the price. Your snail, and I'm assuming you're a well known sculptor with a wide and well sold oeuvre, is, not one I could afford but your price is reasonable. Many people who buy any art do not see the time spent firstly in research, drawings, and the cost of having to scrap some or all of your work and start again. Most want something that, when they see it day in day out, it still makes them smile and nod appreciatively and to themselves. "Yes, that is a good buy". I think your snail will do that for someone ". 😊

[@chadscatharsis3287]

I think I follow a half dozen or so wuudworking/art channels and I got to say I don't just watch for the art!! All around fantastic!

[@BMSculptures]

Wow, thank you!

[@aicirtkciub9167]

Slug mummy 😂 its very nice. You are a talented wood worker. I love all your carving tools. Really cool ❤

[@canadiannavywife434]

We still want the peacock.... all the feathers and 5 to 6 feet tall! Liked shared and commenting. Hugs from Esquimalt

[@canadiannavywife434]

Slug Mummy

[@grrlzara]

I love this piece so much and I loved how you stayed true to what you wanted and made sure you were happy with the end result!

[@karengilchrist9774]

That is so beautiful! I love snails and thus one is magnificent. Definitely worth the asking price and, if i had that kind of money, it would be sitting in my house right now. I absolutely love it!

[@BMSculptures]

Thank you so much!

[@tomcushing3619]

"Slug Mummy" is my new band name!

[@snowpuppies1]

Love the clear one. It fit the piece better

[@LouSimpson-vn5wn]

I liked the first slug.

[@seanjohn6608]

Final slug much better than the first. Based on your comments regarding the pattern error, I was expecting a flawless pattern. But still looks great!

[@petraz.6631]

Omg I am in love with this snail!

[@trdarsey]

Slug mummy...wonderful name for a rock band

[@BMSculptures]

haha it sure is

[@jackstrange186]

Love the Slug Mummy.