More shaping of the back - 3 June

Spent the whole day shaping. Happy with the edge thicknesses so far and the arching. Started shaping the shape, done about half way. When I was tracing from the ribs I could see the bottom corners have been a little disobedient, which I'm actually pleased about as it introduces a bit of asymmetry - life, personality. The bass and I will continue this discussion. 



It has come to the point where the wood is starting to talk, which is a particular sound you get when working it. And you can see how pretty the flames are.

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