Lion Busts

Midge Schmitgen

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Rendezvous II - a super seminar

By Ed Zinger

The fifth annual Rendezvous II Fall Seminar was held October 24-28, 2004, at the Compton Ridge Convention Center in Branson, Mo. Instructors were Ed Zinger, caricatures; Gerald Sears, caricatures; John Engler, relief; Harley and Midge Schmitgen, human relief and animal relief [carved in basswood, Midge's lion busts on the cover of this issue are 13" tall without base, and 2" thick]; David Sabol, Norman Rockwell-style human figure; Ron Reed, human bust; Jim Willis, realistic animal; Betty Legg, woodburning.

The seminar is designed for beginners as well as the more experienced. Classes run Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with an hour off for lunch). At 6:30 p.m., after-hours carving classes are conducted for those who want to carve ornaments or smaller projects.

The sixth annual Rendezvous II takes place October 23-27, 2005, at the Convention Center. The same instructors will offer the same classes. Anyone interested in joining in the fun and excitement of the Fall Rendezvous II 2005 Seminar may do so by contacting Ed Zinger, 12706 W. 70th Ter., Shawnee, KS 66216; (913) 631-0306; e-mail . Compton Ridge has excellent campground and motel/lodge accommodations.

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