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Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6472798
02/25/19 03:34 AM
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Isn't it all simply breathtaking ? ! I could sit on the floor of that shop and loose myself amidst all those soft colours !

See, now you know the challenge I had in choosing- they are simply gorgeous !

The time and work that goes into such beauty refined.....

Splendid animals, and work in handling them to perfection, T4E . I still love the ears pinned that way, every time I see them .

My bright OJ posted above, perfectly suitcased , such a rare sight , in the winter tones of dusky blues , Paynes Grey and white smile

Every step in progress is a mighty thing to observe and appreciate....and happily share with this talented Tman Tribe.

Marten are as the northern lights......all unique , varied, beautiful, and no two alike. Especially in the necklace bling ! Which also affords very efficient ID in each individual , giving them their own face in ownership of their part of the bush.

Biologists often name their subjects , to know who they work with in the field. And , to be able to keep track of mine, in placing them on the garment, as well as admiring their unique individual makeup, I have followed suit. Heck, boats , cars and planes are named....so why not ? smile

These aren't just pretty faces , but also tell their stories .

The lineup is as follows....and the pics are below ...starting from the left .....

Miss Sable, a gorgeous glossy female , a rich dark red/brown beauty , OJ, who's bright orange will be in the very back , to showcase the dark tails resting down the surface , in striking contrast....then Black Gold....a magnificent male who's dark fur is sprinkled with gold/orange hairs, giving himself a rare metallic show sheen muscle car look ....next, deep brown Big Bad John , AK Fire , Black Ice, Northern Light , Pearl, and Suitcase smile

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Nothin' like the real thing !

From here, on to the tanner !












Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6548709
06/03/19 12:24 PM
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I thought this image would go well with the subject at hand grin

Just done for Trapper's Post next issue.

Thinking of the variety of beautiful colours to choose from presented a challenge in the final decision , and I'm always preferring to present the most contrasting , in-depth tones possible.

Feet always fascinate me, and the seemingly flat toes of marten are amazingly bendable in wrapping around a branch in grip power. Without the hide, they appear as long nimble " fingers ", to me. No wonder they climb in any direction so well ! Otherwise, on level ground, they appear tidy in flat, round , more uniform shape.

The journey of my furs are still being given their TLC from Moyles , waiting in excited expectation .

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Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6548781
06/03/19 03:27 PM
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Very nice !!!!! Hopefully he won't get pitch in his fur laugh


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Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6548797
06/03/19 04:23 PM
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grin Thank you, Sir Ken !

He carries a pitch cleaner and comb around for the bad days, Im sure wink

Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6548799
06/03/19 04:26 PM
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How much for the picture? Very nice. Your a great painter.

Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6549249
06/04/19 10:10 AM
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Thank you, CC, pm sent.

Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6550436
06/06/19 10:59 AM
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Sharon -

Can hardly wait to see what wonderful artistic magic you bring to those tanned pelts from the northland. Once again, you've captured the marten fantastically in your newest rendition. Like Ken, however, I cringe to think that guy might get another pitch-ball or two in his silky coat. He's beautiful, girl!

Jack


Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6550476
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Ping ! Jack !

Thank you, kind sir, for your appreciation. When someone such as yourself deems the work acceptable, I know I got it right .

And yes, I cannot wait to feel that thick gorgeous fur in my own hands , instead of drooling on my screen at the photos !

Admiring the depth of colour tones , separating outer fur to admire the tone changes beneath...seeing the glossy shine of guard hair in the light ...like the northern lights as they swirl and shimmer.

Talented, nice guy , Temple, in Alaska, who will build the hat will send me back the scraps , and I shall admire the faces of those furs , how artistically T4E pins the ears ,so neat. Im not sure what I'll do with the scraps, but I'll think of something.

I think this marten coats his fur with olive oil before he heads out , so that pitch will comb out that much easier on his bad hair days wink

Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6588586
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Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6588600
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Well there ya go !

Look at those beauties ! I can see Black Gold with his metallic gold flecked dark coat !

Moyles does such fine work .

But they were so nicely cleaned and fluffed to begin with, as I figured, they look pretty much the same !

Thank you, T4E , for such a fun surprise !

The first phase is accomplished !

Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6588813
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You chose wisely!


Made it almost 3 years without censor!

Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6588856
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Very nice Sharon-cant wait to see the hat.


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Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6589120
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Thanks AKV , Boco .....only because I have such wonderful, talented peeps to help !

The most difficult challenge of all, is cleaning my screen of fingerprints . Since I haven't been able to pet one of the hundreds of furs Ive been admiring all this time ! I keep reaching to touch them ! grin

Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6589281
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OK, heres the lineup. All done up to perfection, from T4E to Moyles !

Left to right- Black Ice,Northern Light, Big John, OJ, Miss Sable, Pearl, Black Gold.

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Dang......gotta clean off my screen again......

Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6589310
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Lol.


Made it almost 3 years without censor!

Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6781024
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Here are a few taxidermy specimens from this season. I'll try and get some better pictures, once I get the rest of the fur put up.


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Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6781035
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Nice haul, my friend. Are you sending them my way, (Alaska Seaplanes)?
I can keep an eye on them. cool


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Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6781168
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Look at all those lovelies ! The feet and ears are perfect. The necklace bling on some are amazing !

Great work, every time, T4ever .

Oh, and mine are lounging near AKnative's work table, being admired as they shake out the wrinkles , very near to begin my hat . Just finishing up deciding who goes where in the lineup . AKnative has had to keep them from quibbling amongst themselves , of who gets to be up front smile

grin

Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6781184
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Sharon your drawings are amazing. I cannot believe how you capture the life in the animal with a pencil. Beautiful work and thank you for sharing. I know what you mean about their feet/ paws/ hands. I once had a wolverine grab my axe out of my hand with his paws. I told him out loud " I'm glad I didn't poke you with my pistol".

T4ever...nice haul as usual on the furs. Ya get what ya put into it. Your different marten color tones are crazy.


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Re: Oh, That Beautiful Marten Fur ! [Re: Sharon] #6781199
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Wow, awesome looking fur t4e!

Sharon, can't wait to see the hat, it should be a beauty.

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