Make a left and right profile template of the head. Using a glue stick, glue the templates to the carving.
They serve as a reference for removing excess wood and establish the contour of the head.
In the photos you will notice I have removed wood down from the centre line, leaving the centre line a little higher at this time.
The tacks on either side it is easy to align the eyes vertically and horizontally. The tacks will leave a small hole that you will be able to use a reference for maintaining symmetry of the head as you remove wood.
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