Hover your mouse over a small image to see a larger picture of this 4 foot high, 1,000 lb bear sculpture in progress from start to finish.
LEFT TO RIGHT: - The artist, Tom Lamont, with the raw stone. - Initial cuts made to enable the stone to stand on end. - The stone placed on the rough base and shaping started. - Nose piece of black African wonderstone is attached.
- Back view. - Carved details completed, base details started and oil finishing applied. - Closer view of the bear's face shows the wonderful personality and charm Tom evokes in each of his bear sculptures. -The finished bear sculpture stands 4 feet tall and weighs 1,000 pounds.
