Hello,
Here is a photo of my progress French polishing the top. This is a lengthly proccess that requires a number of sessions with drying/hardening breaks in between. Normally I'm working with the shop as bright as possible so I can easily see details. When I'm French polishing it's best to turn most of the overhead lights off and work off the reflection of a single point of light. I spend a long time rubbing each application so it's important to have good music playing and be mentally ready to spend the time it takes This can't be rushed and I'll admit I really enjoy this proccess.
I'm trying to show the sparkle you can get reflecting off the wood fibers. It's actually shinier in real life.
Thanks!