I've been doing a fair amount of data gathering and have decided to loosely base my model after the Gokstad ship found in Norway. Even though this is a fantasy sculpture, there is no reason why I can't add elements of historical accuracy to it. It makes it all the more interesting. I'm thinking of using jarrah wood for most of the hull, keel, mast and T supports, but I will also add some white oak accent (mainly the decking planks, rudder and other garnishings. The Vikings used oak to build their longships, so I thought that would be a nice feature.
My dear husband surprised me with a new Dremel. He said to me, "I needed a Dremel for works... So don't worry... It's a business expense." **wink wink** What a sweetie he is! So... I'm now armed and dangerous once more. That timber downstairs better watch-out, as I've been commissioned a small Viking ship by a good friend's spouse. That should be a fun and interesting challenge.
I've been doing a fair amount of data gathering and have decided to loosely base my model after the Gokstad ship found in Norway. Even though this is a fantasy sculpture, there is no reason why I can't add elements of historical accuracy to it. It makes it all the more interesting. I'm thinking of using jarrah wood for most of the hull, keel, mast and T supports, but I will also add some white oak accent (mainly the decking planks, rudder and other garnishings. The Vikings used oak to build their longships, so I thought that would be a nice feature.
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