Carved Tile Project Part I

We just started a new project in my design class.  We are carving ceramic tiles.  Once done we will cast them in plaster and then cast more tiles from the plaster mold.  So, I am doing my best to do something along the lines of this photo:

Here is my tile:

And after some more work:

I had to stop though because it was not dry enough to get the fine details for the legs and feet.  Hopefully it will be just right next time I go to class.  I will keep taking pictures of the project for you guys as we progress so you can follow me through the steps!

Also, update, I've taken half a box of Mucinex Extra Strength and I am doing so much better!  I hope that by the time I finish the box I will be back to healthy! 

Yesterday a group of us from the school's Fine Arts Club went to the VA and did mandalas with the residents.  I could not take pictures but I just wanted to tell you guys that it was a fun experience - nice to meet those guys who did so much for our country.  I worked with a nice guy who was in the Navy and he told me about going to Hawaii and the Philippines.  Hopefully we can go back again and do another project with them.  OK...I'm running out of time.  Have a great day.