On the one hand, I like the designs and the effect. The workmanship is impressive.
On the other hand, it's a terrible idea. I cannot imagine what anyone would want one of those saddles for.
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But a lot of his designs are, in my opinion, awful.
I couldn't agree more, RHM. Cutting down through the grain side on this type of utilitarian object , that you're going to sit on and depend on for at least some longevity, I can't help but think is a bad idea. It would be interesting to hear some feedback from someone who has used one of here saddles, to see how it has held up.
She is very talented. Look at the amount of very detailed work required on some of those. Impressive, really. But I believe it is a somewhat questionable canvas for her considerable talents.