This is my entry for the #monomad challenge.
I took some small vacations from my work to recharge my batteries. Now, I'm back in this community to shore the progress of this instrument that's ready for a marathon of sanding. That's my first concerty-type Venezuelan Cuatro. Here you have some photos of the work done on it.
First, it was time to make a dry fit of the tubing machines and get the holes for them in place. The only problem here is that I won't be able to use the washer to cover the holes on the inside of the head stock. That's because the wall is too thin. I could modify the tuning machines, but since I don't have a steady work bench, I'll pass on this idea. It will look great regardless. The design has a lot of potential for future projects.
I made a video of the process of fretting and making the position markers. However, I couldn't miss the chance to take a photo of each thing after they were done. It was a tough day. We had more than half of it with no electricity or water. The former came back; we hope for the latter for tomorrow.
This instrument is getting ready for its finish stage. That's when I have to sand the hell out of it to make its surface even and smooth. It isn't my favorite part, but it only means completion is nearby.
Each time I make one of this post, I feel the bliss of the texture highlighted by the filters. The colours of wood are beautiful; its texture divine. Black and white is such a beautiful part of photography.
All photos shown here are my own, taken with my Redmi note 8 smartphone.
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I find that black and white photography brings out everything in an image (the good and the bad).
And in your photos, what I like the most is that you highlight the details, those same details that make every instrument you make, a unique piece!
Well, it's a highlight on anything. It's like when you apply varnish to a piece of wood. You are going to show a lot of the surface. If it's poorly worked, all the imperfections will show off tenfold. It is a double-edged sword, but offers a ton of upsides of used correctly.
Thanks for your insight.
When I see the black and white photographs, it's like being transported back in time, I remember those times when I used to watch black and white television on a small red TV set at home.
It's true what you say about the details, they are much more noticeable, it's good that you are already finishing, even if it comes one of the parts you like the least.
What is it? Sand it or get it finished.
Greetings and blessings my friend @bertrayo.
I have seen a lot of black and white movies and I love that kind of effect. Details and everything is perfect on that kind of filter.
I need to sand it to make the finish of the instrument. It's a long process. But I'll enjoy every bit of it.
Thanks for coming by, @leidimarc
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Black and white in itself is magical and brings much more magic to your work.
The attention to detail in every thing you do is reflected in your photographs.
Beautiful photos and even more beautiful work.
Greetings Andresito
Black and white are words for magic.
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That's a cool looking guitar. I've just found you via your comment on @meno's post. I just play guitars and have never made one.
Hey, I see. Well, if you ever want to feel what's like to have a deeper connection with your instrument, you should try making one of your own. It is an interesting experience and experiment.