Very nice. The trident group is really nice but, I also think it will look much better with two more trees. But then again I prefer larger groups. The carved stand looks great, but I wonder if it would look better if the tree was turned 180 degrees? The right side of the stand appears stronger since it is connected from top to bottom while the left appears open and weaker. Looking at it in that sense and since the strength of the tree is in the base and roots the tree would tie into the "strong" side of the stand, if that makes any sense. What type of wood did you use for the stand? Twenty coats? Being that small maybe you should have dipped it
As always it is nice to see your work Al.