I couldn’t wait to share this one, that fluffy Chow Chow smile was too good not to carve

This piece was all about keeping a calm, steady feeling. Chow Chows have a very quiet kind of warmth, and I didn’t want to lose that in the leather. The hardest part was the expression. Even a tiny change around the eyes or muzzle can make the face feel tense, so I took my time, adjusting the depth slowly until it felt relaxed and familiar. The fur was another challenge. It needed to feel soft without being heavy. I worked in lighter layers, letting the texture build naturally instead of forcing it. Pieces like this are never rushed. They’re made slowly, the same way these dogs stay close and steady beside the people who love them.