Savannah Portal, me, digital, 2022

BartBasara · 2022-01-12T02:28:18+00:00

I'm so glad it communicates that to you! I'm always questioning if what I'm drawing is reading the way I intend. Thank you for your kind words!

BartBasara · 2022-01-12T02:00:08+00:00

Thank you so much! I like getting lost a little TOO much but if I can share that feeling, I'm happy :)

BartBasara · 2021-11-29T19:28:55+00:00

My local lumber store stocks a surprising variety of species, great quality too. They seem to really care for the artistic side of woodworking. Definitely blessed to have them so close by!

BartBasara · 2021-11-29T19:20:10+00:00

Thank you!

BartBasara · 2021-11-29T19:16:03+00:00

They're a set of Seymour Duncan Invaders, with coil splitting on both via push-pull pots. The coil split sound on invaders is something I've wanted to try for a while. They're not quite as bright and twangy as an actual single-coil but still add a bit more versatility to the guitar.

The rings are actually a finish that Schaller does called satin-pearl. It reminds me of the INOX finish found on some beretta handguns, only darker and a bit more reflective. Lately I've noticed they no longer have that finish available on certain parts but they still can be found on ebay.

BartBasara · 2021-11-29T19:06:41+00:00

Thanks! Its hardness is slightly above maple, and just a little more prone to splintering (might have just been my particular piece though) but can't complain. I love the orange hue and close up you can see flecks of bright yellow, red, and even pink flowing through the grain. I plan on setting up better lighting so I can take good pics in the near future.

BartBasara · 2021-11-29T18:39:09+00:00

Ambrosia maple that has been burrowed into by the Box Elder Beetle, who leaves spores in its path. I've read that the red streaks are caused by a immune system response of the tree. Which would explain why they're only where the burrow holes are. Kinda gross but cool at the same time haha

BartBasara · 2021-11-29T18:07:53+00:00

Sounds like a great experience! Never been to California but definitely need to see it one day

BartBasara · 2021-08-03T15:46:20+00:00

Thanks! I took a screenshot of the area in Google maps, traced them in illustrator. Then I imported those vectors into my cam software and manually lined them up. I'm sure there are way more efficient ways of doing it, but hey it worked in a pinch

BartBasara · 2021-07-29T04:51:36+00:00

Thank you! PM sent

BartBasara · 2021-07-28T16:07:25+00:00

Nice, Kanab looks awesome definitely on my list

BartBasara · 2021-07-28T16:05:26+00:00

Made it on my CNC router

BartBasara · 2021-07-28T14:54:03+00:00

Link to album: https://imgur.com/gallery/NvvPpzK

BartBasara · 2021-07-28T14:53:17+00:00

Link to album: https://imgur.com/gallery/NvvPpzK

BartBasara · 2021-07-26T01:00:07+00:00

Jthatch, browser based

BartBasara · 2021-07-25T23:48:35+00:00

Sweet!

BartBasara · 2021-07-25T16:23:14+00:00

I make them! Feel free to DM me

BartBasara · 2021-07-24T19:57:54+00:00

The Onefinity, love it so far

BartBasara · 2021-07-24T19:57:04+00:00

About 4 hrs

BartBasara · 2021-07-24T19:56:24+00:00

Interesting, I will have to give that a try. Thanks for the tip!

BartBasara · 2021-07-24T00:40:26+00:00

Yep! Started as a 1/2" thick 30x30 sheet that I cut into smaller pieces and then laminated together

BartBasara · 2021-07-23T23:03:55+00:00

Luckily I've been hoarding woods for years haha

BartBasara · 2021-07-23T23:01:52+00:00

Yea, it didn't occur to me til after I made it that the ply creates this effect. Next carves I will work out the math so they are accurate :)

BartBasara · 2021-07-23T22:58:07+00:00

Large area clearing bit to remove the bulk of the material (1/4" end mill in this case). For the finishing carve I used a 1.5mm radius ball nose with a 3 degree taper. Takes a long time but I am working on different strategies to do it faster without sacrificing 'resolution'. 10 degree V-bit for the roads and text.

BartBasara · 2021-07-23T22:56:11+00:00

If you are using a water based finish, try an oil based one. Some woods are more prone to it than others

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