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OK, I've been really busy, but I'll post photos of this commissioned bear tomorrow... He's only got vey light airbrushing; I figured I shouldn't go gung-ho my first time around!
Kimberly W.
Awww, it breaks my heart to see a dog like that, but am glad all the same that she seems to be doing well. No, I (or we?) certainly don't mind the picture, or any others! Please do keep us posted, and best wishes to Magic!
Kimberly W.
Oh, how lovely! She is soooo pretty, and you hit the vintage look on the head! I think she is wonderful.
Kimberly W.
Ha ha ha ha, where has this post GONE?!?!?!? Dudes, you so totally need to get back on subject! ha!
Yes, you almost have to slur it, dude... Not too far back in my past. the girl that just started working with me says it. Dude is just another way of referring to 'you', no matter what the gender! And it's completely not meant to be derrogatory!
Wow... so now I want to go make an open mouthed bear with a tongue...... dude, that'd be so cool! Oh, yeah! Dude can also mean something along the lines of 'wow'. Like, "Wow! You bought a new briefcase!" "Dude! You got a new bong!" ha ha ha
Kimberly W.
Well, I haven't done a bunny yet, but will be working on one for Easter!!! Such inpiration!
Kimberly W.
Daphne,
Oh geez, can you imagine a totally nekkid bear? No fur or anything???? Gosh, I'd almost have to make one just to say I made one... ha! I could call it a sphinx bear or a Chinese Crested Bear.... lol!!
Kimberly W.
Hi, um... boo? 
For your wee joints, unless you would like to string joint, may I suggest Sassy Bears and Fabrics? She's got a wonderful assortment of just about darn near anything you could need for little bears! www.sassybearsandfabrics.com
It's nice to meet you! I don't get into the new members area too much, what with everything else going on in TT and here at 'Bear' Bottoms Originals, but it's wonderful to see new faces!
Kimberly W.
Ha ha ha, we're offended by the nekkid bear.... lol I'm just kidding; nothing offensive about the little guy! He just looks a bit lonely, or.... chilly. Ha!
Kimberly W.
Oh, I think he's a very sweet little bear with a slight antique look. I agree that he needs some accessories... perhaps a ruff! (OK, OK, I'm biased... that's what I would have done! LOL)
Love, love, love the nose! Does he have a mouth? I didn't see one. (some of mine don't, intentionally... like Winnie in my avatar)
Kimberly W.
Hee hee, when I'm done, I'll post him... though he's not mohair, this one's a faux fur.... :)
Kimberly W.
Matilda,
Thank you, and I couldn't agree more! I've found Teddy Talk to be VERY supportive, inspiring, helpful, a place to come when I'm not feeling 'bearish'.... So you said it all!
You know, hearing it from Steve Erwin, I always thought lil rippers were feisty little things!! Learn something new every day!
Kimberly W.
Oh my goodness!! Clare! Before I even opened up this post (just saw the little pic), I said, "Riley..."
How WEIRD!!
Kimberly W.
Hi Judi,
Yes, I am happy too to be getting back in to airbrushing. I wanted to since high school, but could never afford one and everything that went along with it. Plus, back when I was single, had no kids, etc etc, I wasn't really worried about spending my money on an AIRBRUSH! lol Your tiger reminds me of something that I did... I've always made my own costumes (and family's) for Halloween, and in high school, I was a tiger. I made an entire mascot-style head and fur body, then airbrushed all the stripes on. Wish I still had it to show you all!
I have a Badger, which my art teacher told me has a very small opening/needle anyway. Right?
I will definitely do the straining method as you described. I think I liked it better when my teacher used to do all that stuff for me!! 
I think I'll use the airbrush to do my next bear (which I am working on right now, a commission). I am so excited!
Kimberly W
Hmmm, very good point and tip, Heather. I guess even a tea strainer would probably have too big of holes to strain for use with an airbrush. I will definitely make a mental note of that one!
Thanks!
Kimberly W.
By the way, love your quote on the bottom... Too true! People get upset about things because what happened was not what they expected to happen...
Wow, so I was right in the middle of this wonderful, lengthy post about what I've been trying out, and the mailman rings the doorbell. The one of my dogs who is laying under the computer desk leaps up in a mad frenzy and unplugs the computer. Sigh.....
At any rate, I have been trying Liquitex and Winsor Newton Galleria. The Winsor Newton Galleria paint feels just wonderful on the fur, but I have noticed a clog or two. This, of course could be my own fault at not liquefying it well enough. Maybe Judi will post on what is the best way to water down the paint and get as many clumps out as possible! I shook it then stirred it with a smaller mop-like paintbrush to get the lumps broken down, but there must have been a couple here and there that I missed. I've thought about gettinga small strainer, like one of those tea screens.
I am having FUN! I didn't realize how I'd be able to pick it back up so quickly after not airbrushing for 7 or 8 years! It was like I used it yesterday! (Of course, I had to call my old Art teacher and ask him what ratio to water the paint down... this was before the post by Judi! lol)
Kimberly W.
Hi Daphne and Kim Bee. I already did my homework. those paints that are in the case can't be used on fabric/don't work with fabric.
Just for reference, obviously... the more expensive one is far better than the less expensive one, if you want more info, PM or email me; I'll get with you tomorrow. But WAIT FOR THE COUPON! It's 40% off with it, which will save you over $100! Even if you don't get the paper, wait for the week it prints, and tell the cashier you didn't get one in your paper. They have to honor it (they'll get your zip code).
I have been taking my personal refresher course at home with watered down acrylics.... So far it feels just lovely on the scrap fur! Judi, please feel free to jump in anytime and tell me if I'm wrong for using 1/2 acrylic paint and 1/2 water.... Isn't that just like shading with acrylics and a paintbrush? I haven't actually applied the technique to a bear, just practicing so far....
Kimberly W.
"Please sir... May I have some more?" Is what I can just about hearing this little guy saying... HOW CUTE!!
Kimberly W.
LMAO!!!! Geez, I didn't wrench the thing! I don't want to be responsible for any bear deaths!!!!
As a matter of fact, she told me it took the crick out of her neck, as it was stiff.... hee hee hee
Kimberly W.
OK, I went and bought one. Badger, $289 but 40% off with that nifty Michael's coupon! It's pretty quiet (I really don't like loud things, and it doesn't bother me) and it has an automatic shut off. It only turns on when you push down the airbrush lever.
Have yet to use it... been sitting on here too long!!!!!! ha!
Kimberly W.
Hey Kim,
Snowy is SUPER CUTE! I didn't even know you were done with him yet! I loooove his face! You know how I made Delilah's head look turned? I turned it! ha! I just worked her head over so that it was looking more to the side... Hee hee...
Kimberly W.
Daphne,
I have an airbrush and no compressor... If she PMs you, could I talk you into PMing me and letting me know... pretty please? :pray: 
:pray: 
Kimberly W.
Deborah,
I laughed out loud when you said he looked like a a drunkard... I love his face! Sure, he could possibly look a little hung over, but I don't really think that... He looks a tiny bit sleepy to me, and there's nothing wrong with that! Gorgoues eyes, face, and accents! Oh, and I don't think he's underdressed for such a serious event... He'll bring a bit of light and happy feelings to a really great benefit!
Kimberly W.
Sabine,
Great job! I didn't do mine myself, so I've got to give you tons of credit even just for being able to make it! At any rate, it looks really great, too!
Kimberly W.
Ohhh my goodness! What a seriously adorable little piggy! Love the wings, the eyes, the snout.... I love it! I am amazed by yours and so many others work every time I see it!
Kimberly W.
