Carving a Cottonmouth Snake from Wood
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ต.ค. 2020
- Mike Stinnett carves a Cottonmouth, or Water Moccasin Snake from a single piece of Tupelo wood using power tools and hand tools and finishes the artwork with pyrography (wood burning) and hand painting.
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A special thanks to Edward Mercer for providing the videos of the live Cottonmouth.
Transcription
Before I start carving I need to do a lot of studying.
The first thing I like to do is sculpt a little clay model to help me visualize the shape I want.
We don't have any Cottonmouths in my area. So my friend Edward Mercer was kind enough to send me some videos and pictures.
The Cottonmouth, or Water Moccasin, lives in the swamp lands of the Southeastern US.
It's a poisonous viper that spends most of its time in or around the water.
As I'm carving,
I realize it is going to be a real challenge to wood burn the scales in the tight curves of the snake's body.
As the nights get colder, I like to make sure the little birds get plenty of food; they need to fatten up for the winter.
While I'm enjoying the Chickadees, Pearl watches closely for Jay birds and Squirrels.
She doesn't get along with them very well.
I need to make a few special wood burning tips for this project.
I've gone as far as I can with the regular scale tips, and it's finally time to deal with those hard-to-reach areas.
Here's what I came up with to get the job done. - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
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Legit can't think of a reason someone would dislike the video. The music is awesome, visuals are pleasant and the narration is soothing yet informative as usual (and it's always a good day when you get to see pearl) Such a gem of a channel.
Much appreciated! Thank you!
Maybe it’s purists who don’t like him using power tools?
@@caleighjohnson5543 Maybe more persons who definitely don't like snakes. Wonderful as usual but here for me it is one of your best viperid , crotalinae head ever done. Congrats Mike. From a real snake lover.
@@StinnettSticks I still want a price on the rattlesnake walking stick.
Usually just bots
I love these, I mean there's so much detail in each peice it makes me grow so much respect for these often misunderstood and feared animals.
boy mike your one hell of a artist .
I can’t get enough of your voice, you sound like a wise western sheriff
Mr Stinnett if I wouldn't have just watched you carve that moccasin I would have sworn you had a live one this is truly amazing work. Have you ever thought of doing a Gaboon viper them are beautiful stunning pit vipers with remarkable colors and patterns if you haven't done one before I would love to see you make one like that moccasin you just did and of you make a Gaboon viper and reside to sell the quality craftsmanship I would be very interested in buying it from you keep up the great work capturing gods creations and see you in the next video
Thank you, Chris! I've been wanting to make a Gaboon Viper the same way. They do have an amazing pattern! I'd be happy to discuss making one for you. Please contact me at mike.stinnett.art@gmail.com
@@StinnettSticks ok great I will contact you later today when I get to work I know there is a 3 hour time difference between us
Living in Louisiana, I have seen more of these than I care to in the wild. Your recreations never cease to astound me. Everything I have ever watched you create has come out breath taking, and this is no exception! Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us!
Thank you, Kevin! I'm glad you think it looks right.
I grew up in south Alabama with many many cottonmouth run ins, they just blend in so well with mud and leaves they're like land mines, I've had them crawl across my feet, fall from limbs near me, one went over my shoulder while me and some friends were swimming in the little choctawhatchee river, seen two of them fight over bream I had on a stringer, I lost a very sweet little dog named maggie to a nest of moccasins when I was 15 ( I didn't know she had followed me into a swamp where I fished until that night when she came home covered in mud and bites), seeing miss pearl so close to that beautiful carving brought a lot of memories back, please keep her safe she's my therapy dog and thank you so much for these amazing videos sir I really love them.
I've been a snake keeper for 40 years and you have carved the most beautiful creatures next to God I have ever seen thank you for the realistic beauty that you put into your work
Beautiful 👍
I just found your channel/videos yesterday and had to comment and let you know how fantastic your work is, your patience and eye for the details is truly amazing. Not only are you a great carver, but then artist with paint as well, you really bring these pieces to life. I wonder how many people have seen someone with one of your pieces and wondered how they got an animal to stay on the stick like that.
There are very few people on TH-cam that I really look forward to new videos and watch right away. You are one of them. Thank you.
Thank you! I really appreciate that, Mark!
There`s nobody better at snake carving than you Mike you have the patience of a saint and little Pearl loves to chase critters as you call them over there, she`s lovely you are so lucky to have her, she even knew when to make you put your hat on!!!
Well, thank you very much, John! I appreciate your kind comments! It's the highlight of the day for Pearl when she gets to chase a squirrel, haha! She is also a thoughtful little dog to bring me my thinking cap. It's always good to hear from you my friend! Take care, and God bless!
There's just not enough adjectives to describe how phenomenal your work is! Your attention to detail is mind-blowing! Seriously jaw-dropping results! If I stare at that water moccasin too long, I could swear it's breathing! Oh, and be sure you let Pearl know not to get too close to that thing! 😉 Thank you again for sharing this video!
Thank you, Quincy! I appreciate that!
you, Sir, are an exceptional artist! Thank you for letting me enjoy your art!
Real star of these videos: Pearl. So adorable!
I'm commenting again because this is so good! This project blew me away!
Haha! Thanks buddy!
Incredible realism! Mike, you're as amazing as ever!
Thank you very much, Alexander!
this is honestly one of my favorite channels in the entire world. your narration is so soothing and you just seem so kind and calm and pearl is such a cutie im gonna cry
Thank you!
Absolutely gorgeous
Another amazing piece, Mike. You even detailed the bottom where most people wouldn't even look. I was surprised to see you without your hat but it was absolutely precious when Pearl brought it to you with just a simple motion. Take care.
Bill
Thank you, Bill! Pearl knew I didn't look right without my hat, haha!
It's amazing sir. I'm speechless.❤️
Thank you very much!
Its absolutely amazing. it was a pleasure to watch a true craftsman at work. Thanks
It wonderful as usual 👏👏👏👏👍
Beautiful
You are an artist and creator who does manual work that dazzles everyone who sees it. Thank you for our enjoyment with these crafts
Thank you, Mohamad!
Love what you do man thanks for letting us see your work
I appreciate that!
@@StinnettSticks seriously hope you sell these man otherwise i gotta try this myself !
your artwork is so amazing i wish i was that talented!
Thank you so much 😀
Truly incredible work, Mike. Thanks for allowing us along on your journey!
What an artist, thank you.
You know you have good friends when they'll go harass a venomous snake for you 😂 love you man, God bless you and your talent
It was very kind of him to send me the videos and pictures. He is a good friend. Thank you much, and God bless you too!
Unless they find it fun. But it's still nice of him. 👍
You are an artist, you have a special talent. so relaxing to watch your videos. I do get a little discouraged for doing it myself. love from the Netherlands. 🍀
Thank you, Jan! Don't get discouraged, just keep trying, and most of all enjoy it!
Man every single piece you make is a MASTERPIECE. I really admire your work, you are an inspiration.
A true artist.
And as if you know in ancient Greece all statues were painted you are the only one worldwide to continue their work.
Stunning piece
Yay calm time start when I hit this vid
Been waiting for this! So cool and you inspire me every video! Thank you for sharing and keep up the awesome work!
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it Tom! Glad to have inspired you too.
ABSOLUTELY AWSOME
Wow... I mean... wow... absolutely amazing!
Your truly blessed brother,god bless
Thank you, Mike!
Wonderful Snake carving as always Mike! Pearl is just like my Dog when it comes to any type of Rodent in the yard. Also love how she got your hat for you. Now that's a very smart pooch. Be well & stay safe........🐶🐶👍👍😉😉
Thank you Steve!
Another master piece . Totally lush.
Absolutely beautiful! Such patience for every single scale.
This is amazing! I would love to have a lion carved from him!
Привет Майк. Отличная работа. Удачи.
Thank you very much, my friend Leerych! Good luck to you too, and I hope you keep carving wonderful works of art!
Внимание Майка к деталям поражает!!! У меня жена меньше времени на макияж тратит, чем он на проработку казалось бы самого незначительного фрагмента! 😜
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Страшно похожа ,если бы увидел долго бы стоял смотрел не смог понять живая или нет
By far one of the best craftsmen ship I've seen
Incredible talent... WOW
While the whole world has seemingly gone off the rails Mike reminds us to slow down and enjoy the Chickadees.
Mike knows... always include some footage of Pearl.
Yep. If I didn't I would lose all of my subscribers, haha!
Bless you Mike ! She's a beauty !!!
Thank you, Ted!
I’m always amazed at the craftsmanship applied to your projects!
Oh my gosh Mike, what a fabulous carving. Your attention to detail is amazing......thanks so much. Bless you and yours
Thank you very much, Val!
Masterfully done
Absolutely beautiful!
Thank you so much!
Мастер от Бога👍👏👏👏
Absolutely fantastic.
Many thanks!
Well, at least you'll never get unwanted guests in your backyard. You got the real reptiles and the wooden ones all around your place!
Excellent work as always.
Haha!
Absolutely amazing and beautiful!
Beautiful work.
Always with the utmost perfection, FANTASTIC
Beautiful! 😊
Thank you, Mike. You are an inspiration. I really appreciate your art and videos.
I appreciate that, Kenneth!
So beautiful work
Wonderful
Amazing!
Вы маэстро! Шедевр в каждом проекте! Пожалуйста, продолжайте делать что делаете!
Looks just like one!
We have tons living around the waterway and by the Waccama river mouth and inlets. Love ur work sir. Bless u and ur talented daughter.
Beautiful work
It looks so real !!!!
As I was watching this and the "painting" began I was wondering "What's with the blue and white?" Well, not only are you a master at carving sir, but you are a master a coloration!!!! The glazing (if that's the right word) made this absolutely PERFECT!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you, Andrea!
Wow as always, just, just wow
That looks like it just crawled in your yard and is sunning it's self. Very beautifully done as usual.
Your attention to detail in every piece is truly awe-inspiring, Mike. Thank you once again for continuing to share your passion and craft with us. I especially appreciate all the snakes you carve and the tremendous life you breathe into them, since snakes are my favourite animal. Hope you and yours are staying well, and tenacious Pearl, too, of course!
Thank you very much!
Fantastic work
Amazing how realistic it is. As always great job
I'm not usually a big believe on spending time so frivolously, but I have to admit, wow! That is awesome!
amazingly realistic, beautiful work as always.
As always you have taken apiece of wood and made it look like a living creature. Each piece you create is a one of a kind work of art worthy of a place in any natural history museum. Thank you for sharing.
This is one of my favorite ones yet!
Thank you!
Really beautiful work
Fantastic
Beautiful detail!
Thank you very much!
When I was young and stupid (I'm not young anymore), around 1979 I moved from New England to a little strip of a town called Kissimmee, Florida. I made friends with a woman who had grown up there. She would take me out into fields that had ponds and we'd just jump in and swim. I'm pretty sure we scared most any animal/reptile that lived within a half mile of the ponds. But thinking back on it, I'm just glad we survived! Great memories.
wow.. What a great job.. Really appreciate your talent... waiting for your next project 💜
Thank you so much!
Amazing. I'm speechless
It's amazing!! Speechless
You're gifted, your art is magic❤️
Amazing as always!
Cara muito impressionante seu trabalho. O nível de detalhismo é absurdo.
That work on the scales was ridiculous! Genius! You got the anatomy and color and everything spot on for this species. Even the underside of the belly was perfect!
I watch this because of him making snake walking sticks n of PEARL. Just love seeing her running after the squirrels. Great video n God bless you
Thank you, and God bless you too!
Without a doubt the most epic carver alive
So beautiful and realistic. The finished result looked so real - as if it was just about to strike at any moment. Yet another future museum piece.
Stunning
Thank you!
i love it
Absolutely amazing 🐍
Thank you!
You the Man, Mike! Outstanding
Thanks, Sam!
Fantastic 👏👏👏👏🤩
Amazing Mike! Another masterpiece!
Thank you!
This is an amazing piece, cottonmouths are one of the most beautiful snakes in my opinion
Perfeito!!!
Chocada!!!!
Absolutely beautiful, I don't think I blinked even once. I know the harder you work at your art the easier you make it look. You're one of a kind. The bird feeding your little companion reminds me of my life with my own little girl. Thanks so much for sharing .
Thank you, Robert!
I really admire your skill as a artist/ carver, your work is phenomenal.