CARVING A CHARACTER FACE

[@Squidiot]

Been carving for a year or so and just wanted to thank you and say you’ve been by far the most influential carver I’ve found on FB. I know some people like audio commentary but for me your videos are perfect. I just study your technique. Anyway I’ve come a long way ( I think) and watching your videos has helped me more than anything. Thanks, Kevin. You’re a very talented artist.

[@thornwarbler]

Superb. 40 minutes of escapism, no chatter just the sound of the knife on wood familliar to all who appreciate carving. Thanks for taking the time to film this i've learned a lot you.ve a new subscriber here...............Cheers mate

[@jimmitchell1942]

What a great talent; a pleasure to watch. Thank you. Jim

[@nigeloram3524]

That was really entertaining...I do enjoy watching craftspeople working and demonstrating great skill. Well done

[@LaurenInJersey]

Awww Kevin, this reminds me of my Grandpa and Dad. #RIP. They loved their stogies 😄 Thanks for putting a smile on my face in the midst of this upside down world. You're talent is a joy to watch.

[@lauriemcconnell4172]

Hi Kevin. This carving looks just like a Bossons Head carving my mother bought in Estes Park CO when I was about five years old. Except it was a replica in plaster of Paris. She hung it on a wall in our family room for many years. I’m pretty sure she still has it and that has got to be over 50 years ago now. Thank you for showing us this method of wood carving. You are fantastic my friend!!!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you Laurie

[@dayanasaltier1601]

Como me fascina todo lo q tiene relación con la madera, he visto infinidad de videos sobre ella, pero nunca, nunca he visto nada igual!!! Mi respeto y admiración hacia su persona y tan bello arte. Es usted favorecido con un don q muy pocos tienen. Desde ya, seguiré muy de cerca su trabajo. Felicitaciones!!!!

[@williamvan909]

lol lol cool Kevin i'm a amazed every time i see your carving great work buddy god has blessed you well done amen amen .from alaska take care stay safe .two thumps up .

[@michaelrck]

Brilliant! I couldn't draw the thing with a pencil and here we have Kevin the carver creating with a broken knife. This true art. Well done!

[@Rancanfish]

Nice work indeed. However, that is not a broken knife. I was issued the same knife working in a paper mill. We used it to cut a layer out of a paper roll to do a splice. Turn it backward and push hard, it will cut an inch deep. I still have mine from 1974.

[@tilted_kilt_BRB]

Amazing talent, it was really enjoyable watching you at work bringing a piece of wood to life with such character !

[@chrisr.1803]

That’s amazing! I can’t seem to make a nose without the sides getting all ‘splintered’. I loved watching this guy come to life! Thank you!

[@anthonybalanuik617]

No shit little guy came to life WOW!

[@jedidiahdouglas9947]

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[@julianarmani3104]

@Jedidiah Douglas instablaster ;)

[@jedidiahdouglas9947]

@Julian Armani thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site thru google and I'm waiting for the hacking stuff now. Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.

[@jedidiahdouglas9947]

@Julian Armani It worked and I actually got access to my account again. Im so happy:D Thank you so much, you saved my ass :D

[@bammbammbahama574]

I always enjoy watching art being created by the artist, the act of creating is also art.

[@shoeshow1999]

What a pleasure to watch an artist at work. Thanks

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@Tampo-tiger]

Holy mackerel! That is a superb piece of artwork. Anyone can find a piece of pine and a broken knife hanging around and have a go at this. The satisfaction of creating a piece of art is beyond belief , and the glow seems to last for a good while afterwards. Thank you Kevin for your inspirational video.

[@michaelpecarichhealth2366]

I'm always impressed when someone can do something so well.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@bestofluckusa]

I've often wondered why I can't create something this brilliantly clever, artistic and humorous, and after watching this great artisan at work I've realised the ONLY reason is...I'm NOT left-handed.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks. Maybe I would be better at carving if I was right-handed lol

[@gereycel]

Un verdadero artista, de los pocos que nos hacen ver lo mejor de este complicado mundo y lo mejor de nosotros mismos. excelente video sin música, solo lo esencial, el sonido de las herramientas. Mis sinceras felicitaciones.

[@amerigo6722]

È stato un grande piacere vederti creare questo personaggio, con eccellente capacità, fantasia e con pochi attrezzi. Bravissimo, grazie

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you 👍

[@Danny_Joiner]

Wonderful carving Kevin! You make it look so easy. My son Alex has been working on something similar in between other carvings. He's carving a lid for a humidor box with some type of caricature on it. Thanks for the video👍

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks. I see some of his carvings on Facebook. He does a good job

[@JoseFlores-qo2dn]

Buen video

[@willyg7394]

So good to see you back, Kevin!!! Hope all is well with you and yours! I have learned so much from your videos. You are incredibly talented and creative and I so appreciate that you are willing to share your skills with us! Thank you so much!!!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you. You’re welcome Sir

[@nerysabillon5703]

What kind of wood its that??

[@2duser2]

Yay! Just what I needed to help get through the quarantine. Welcome back. Hope all is well in NL with this virus thing. Stay well and thanks for posting.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks. So far so good but it’s around. Hide away in my workshop and carve

[@Nightjar100]

Thanks again for taking the time to share with us. I am enjoying it as always.

[@KevinCoates98]

👍🏻

[@carloscerban8082]

Maestro muy bueno su trabajo!! Lo felicito desde Argentina!!

[@Santos-oc2no]

I'm happy to see your videos again. Thank you very much.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@MrAllan9]

A pleasure to watch an artist with a couple of knives bring a piece of wood to life.

[@eck709700]

Simply brilliant. Simple tools, very complex results!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@СергейЛисов-к2п]

Прекрасные работы,здоровья Вам!

[@melindamosbey8257]

WELL DONE! 💕 LOVE your work!

[@velona509]

Wow!!!! Fantastic. Great talent.

[@treforparry4054]

Wonderful skill and great result! I really enjoyed watching that. That face has so much character.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks

[@Condor-b9x]

Felicitaciones MAESTRO, nunca fue mi fuerte las artes manuales o plásticas así que por eso admiro más su talento.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@edwinleach7401]

Very nice. Lots of talent is evident.

[@jamescope4831]

Kevin, you're without a doubt the best I've seen.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you James

[@lourdesvenegas7167]

MUY EXCELENTE SU TRABAJO , DESDE COSTA RICA TE MANDO MIS MAS SINCERAS FELICITACIONES

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@luishermidas2801]

Excelente muy buen trabajo un buen artesano con todas las letras !

[@luiscr1106]

Hola kevin. Siento no saber ingles. Felicidades por esa magnifica pieza. Fantastico. Saludos desde Santander. España.

[@01Doogal]

Just when you thought it couldn't get better......superb pre-conception.

[@patrickconnor9912]

wonderfully peace o f work Has given me the denser to tray it. Many thanks.

[@amjad0447]

Its amazing Wonderfully wood work great👍

[@snakebait5118]

Outstanding job! I wish I was as talented! I just don't have the vision to do wood carving! Do more videos please!

[@augusthermann5111]

Finally the big fish knife is back again. I'm so glad👏 Greetings from quarantine Germany

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks August

[@robertozarate8054]

Exelente trabajo mucho talento y paciencia tiene ud que dios lo bendiga siempre🙏saludos

[@righton6442]

Growing up, I had a neighbor who had a shed behind his house that was somewhat of a museum. It was filled with his carvings from tiny shoes, to elaborate moving cravings. His work was magical. He made growing up where I did a great thing.

[@KevinCoates98]

I can only imagine. Sounds like a great place to live

[@whittling]

Great idea Kevin and executed so well! 👍

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@ricardoninohe]

A real artist!!! Kevin got magical hands...

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@dauphe73]

Excellent...

[@danwoodliff7287]

Really enjoyed this!!! Thanks for posting it ,,,again thanks Danny Woodliff

[@cnaviskas]

Artista sensacional. Quero ver outros trabalhos dele. Adorei. Muito técnico e conhece a arte como ninguém.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@michaelblund7123]

I love to watch real artists in action... Really good work...

[@brendanbassy]

love watching you work, you make it look so easy.

[@MissMaggie246]

So envious that I can’t do that! But I do love watching, so keep them coming please

[@juancarlosbelletti6335]

ESTIMADO SEÑOR, USTED ES UN VERDADERO GENIO con sus gubias BRAVOOOOOOOOO

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@MaribelRodriguez-zr5bm]

I really enjoy watching your video love the results

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@grassyknoll4702]

dang... I went and bought a flex-cut knife set, when all I needed was a pre- world war one, broken fishing knife. I guess it doesn't matter what you use when you have talent. Wonderful job sir, I learned a lot from this video.

[@KevinCoates98]

A good sharp knife is all you need

[@bushwhackedsurvivor9713]

Wow. Awesome. You are gifted.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@steinderbush]

Amazing craftmanship!!!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@przypadkowyObywatel]

wonderful 👋😁👍I have to do similar. I love wood carving

[@KevinCoates98]

Me too. Thank you

[@bettyhall7287]

Thanks for sharing. That was an awesome video. Great job!!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@jorgecespedesyanez2132]

! Excelente trabajo, mis felicitaciones, gracias por el video, un abrazo, bendiciones !

[@hermansugiharto7543]

Beatiful art & great job🫶😘

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@thedude8046]

That is beautiful, you have amazing skills. I wish I could do that.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you. Lots of practice will do it for you

[@sbjennings99]

Awesome informational educational video experience Y'alls

[@discover9686]

تحفة فنية رائعة انت فنان مبدع

[@publicodomingo266]

Maestro lo que yo hedicfrutado con husted aciendo ami abuelo tiene usted unas manos divinas para aser manualidades yo le doy un 10 de lo que meagustado tanto

[@91n03hd]

Yah hey dare Kevin, hope all is well,,, I`m sure I speak for the entire carving community when i tell you we`re thrilled to see you reappear ,,,watching any of your videos is educational in spite the lack of any verbal guidance,,, and motivates me to pick up my tools and start carving,,, raw talent jumps out at us through your mind, hands, and that old knife,,,I purchased a Russell Green River, cut the blade to 3" in length but still have to stain & seal the reconfigured handle,,, can`t wait to try it out on my next carving,,, what gouge are you using,,, is it a number 9 x 3/8" please let us know,,, thanks in advance S.C.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you. It’s 3/8” I’m pretty sure. It was a palm set of 6 I bought over 20yrs ago. Walnut Hollow is the name

[@91n03hd]

@@KevinCoates98 Thanks for the reply

[@TheRoadDawg]

Kevin and his broken steak knife amazes me every time. If I didn’t see it, I’d swear he was carving soap or wax. I have sharp, great knives, and good basswood, but never seem to carve any stop-cuts or detail, nearly as clean as this. Unbelievable!

[@TheRoadDawg]

Before every one corrects me... I know it’s a broken Dexter Russell Filer knife, previously 7”. It just looks like several Steak knives I have in a kitchen drawer. It’s not the knife,or the wood...it’s the Carver. There is no substitute for talent and experience combined. Kevin clearly has an abundance of both!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you Sir

[@jimmyjazz1186]

Excellent carving 100/100👌👌👌

[@wpatrick22744]

That's awesome mate.great little project too.

[@lifelight504]

This will definitly change the meaning of my quarentine period. Thanks a lot

[@chrishinks46]

Really great job. Thankyou.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@randybradley9953]

Great work. Very skillful

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks

[@sanmicol]

How do you visualise what you are going to make and where to cut it out😱😱😱😱😱🤩🤩🤩🤩🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🦘🦘🦘🐨🐨🐨

[@KevinCoates98]

It gets a lot easier to do after doing it so many times

[@toddavis8603]

Nicely executed sculpture, Kevin☆☆☆

[@michaelrichard4109]

A lesson well worth watching very well done

[@christiangobet406]

Wonderful !!! Please tell me what type of wood you use in this case. Maybe pine ? Muchas gracias desde España

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you. It's white pine

[@SalvadorGoseyun]

Beautiful work

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@dorolyncyo]

最上級のアートに感銘を受けました！

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@thierrymuron6268]

Thanks you for your nice video. You are my teacher🙏

[@uncletony3340]

Please show me the size of wood. Wide/length/thickness

[@KevinCoates98]

I’m not quite sure because I don’t have this piece anymore. I think it was 2”wide x 3”high x 1” or 1.25” thick

[@johnmeadowcroft2278]

Absolutely brilliant 👌👍

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks

[@robertschaeffer5861]

Here yah go framin' some poor mug...l'll be sure to keep an eye out for that mug...good to see you back...thank you for the video...

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks

[@joegizzarelli4626]

Robert Schaeffer 8)

[@vernabink2865]

I think "There, it's finished" , and then you do a little more and make it even better. How do you do that? Excellent craftsmanship

[@KevinCoates98]

I can keep going but I have to stop at some point. Thank you

[@joeyetwaru5500]

Your hands are blessed as a creator wonderful job sir

[@brendacotterchisling4408]

You are an amazing artist!!

[@taylornunes2522]

Good morning, I really loved your art. What kind of wood do you use so I can see if you have it here too I'm brazilian congratulations friend

[@KevinCoates98]

It’s white pine. Thank you

[@nickmiller3796]

It's been awhile since I've seen one of your videos. Nice to see you work again.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks Nick

[@geraldwindham9348]

Very nice 👍 I learned a lot.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks

[@KaiMastaK]

great video. I notice you use a flexcut detail knife. But it looks modified. Just wondering what's the modification.

[@johnweiss6398]

Thanks, Linda! I appreciate your reply!

[@allia2967]

Excellent, bravo.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@deano2964]

I enjoy watching you carve. You make it look easy [ but it's not ] Thanks Kevin.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@damienreh6300]

Bravo ! Vous êtes doué !

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@dougle3584]

you are a genius.....wow......gorgeous....

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@johnbowen8080]

you make it look so simple...i'm gonna try one myself,,,nice job THANKS

[@tonywright8294]

John Bowen top craftsman always makes things look simple ! Wait until you try .count your fingers when you’re finished 😂

[@قلعةحمصقلعةحمص]

Very beautiful and good job thank you

[@stantilton3339]

That was very relaxing and fun to watch, Most entertaining, thank you.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@prazeresifam8459]

Thank you!!! Many blessings!!!

[@rickanderson7557]

Thx for sharing, you taught me a few things. Awesome

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks. No problem

[@91n03hd]

Hi Kevin, Would you please give me the measurements as to where you placed the marks for the eyes, nose and mouth ,,, Thanks

[@adrianturcitu4770]

Hi dids it instinctualy bu if you want ta lear, very, very importede is an * TRANGULAR MEASURMEND,* of human images The gravers call it Golden triangle

[@grandmatammyi]

this os totally amazing. i am still working on faces. just can't seem to get it right. thank you for this

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you. Just keep practicing