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Fanime was amazing but it totally left me sick for weeks 
after I got better, I went through the letters I got and found one that had nothing but $20 and a note describing one of my posters. It looked like someone made a mistake and accidentally gave me their money without getting a poster. I want to return that money so If it was you, please e-mail me at Yuumei.yan@gmail.com with your name and address.
A Daily Deviation? Cool. I had figured this type of thing wasn't appreciated much.
Thank you for all of the comments and glad you enjoyed the share.
Regarding questions about the 'Africa' egg;
Yes, it is an ostrich egg. Average size, set me back about $20 US.
Altered with a LOT of slow, tiny, gentle cuts. I use a NSK Presto hand piece along with various diamond and carbide bits for the majority of the cuts - some done 'manually' by placing a bit into a drafting lead holder. Most of the final detailing and shaping is done using a 7901 carbide 'needle' bit (with a steady hand you should be able to split a hair with it).
Spent around 1,000 hours on this piece over the course of a year. Began 'carving' eggs just under 5 years ago.
Other thoughts;
Technique best described as doodling.
Being a bit nutz helps.
No rules! They're more like introductions.
Ready to push it farther and hope to have another piece to share in about a year or so.
Thanks again. Have fun.
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oh man, you are blessed with patience... If only I had a smidgin of the patience and perseverance you must have, for the results you get are astounding.
Fantastic, unique work. I'm sure whatever piece you complete next will be well worth the wait!
Saw one listed as a SUPER JUMBO for around $100. Really curious about that one.
And I guess there's not a big demand for ostrich eggs.