Thx for the link Chris, appreciated.
I realise this is probably not an orthodox way to go but its one i feel comfortable with at this early stage and i find it quite fun so ill just plod on and hopefully actually finish it before time.
Anyways i mirrored it over to see how things were looking for this next screenie, bit of nose detail needed definately, (lol, if that aint all!)...im dreading the ears but he will have a woolly hat for the street tramp look so that may cover the more intricate part of the ear (dang good 'get out' clause that one).
And also ill have a go at the mouth next i think...anywayz heres the latest pic.
https://www.screameagles.com/gollum/gollum_04.jpg