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Judi Oct 20, 2005

HI!  I just wanted to share some pictures with you all.  I just designed SERGIE the Siberain Tiger.  He is 17" tall made from short  white German mohair. 

He started out completely WHITE.  I had a blast airbrushing him from head to toe.  He does not feel airbrushed at all.  All you can feel is is soft fuzzy mohair.  His feet have needle felted white upper toes and upper eyelids,  and the bottom of his pads are  felted in black. 

He is layered in for colors in this order:  yellow ocre, burnt sienna, umber, and black.

No templates or masking was used.  He is all done freehand.  This shows how much detail you can get from a commercial airbrush.  I used my single action Badger.  I would have used my favoite paasche but I wanted to use a brand new  fine tip for the fine detail and the only new tip I had on hand was for my Badger Airbrush.

The photos done really show his green/gold eyes.

I posted him in needle felting and the showcase..if this is too much I will take them down...don't want to be a picture hog.

Shelli Retired Help Advisor, Banner SponsorOct 20, 2005

So glorious, Judi... Shelli writes, for the third time today.  You're so talented, it's scary.

I understand your wanting professional photographs, but honestly, these are wonderful as they are.  In my humble opinion, anyway. 

Fantastic!

Judi Oct 20, 2005

Thanks so much Shelli.  That means a lot to me.  I am always trying to get better photographs.. I do think I need more white light as I find I often have to remove reds from my photos.  It is an ongoing learning process ...but such fun at the same time.

bearsbybeesley Oct 20, 2005

Judi....What can I say? Your talents are outstanding and this wonderful creation must be an entry in a competition! He is amazing and so are you!

Many Hugs Louise

Amanda Oct 20, 2005

When you said it was all white to start with, well, what can I say? You must be very proud. Stunning. I bet you studied real tigers first because it is so realistic.

By the way if you've got it flaunt it, theres never 'too much'. 

Deb Oct 20, 2005

Judi ~ He's absolutely incredible!  I agree w/ Shelli; these pictures are Grrrrreat!  :hug:

Judi Oct 20, 2005

Thank you verymuch everyone.

Yes I did study photos of tigers...about seven differnt pictures.  All Siberain tigers.  These magnificant creatures have always captured my attention.  They look painted in real life.

Tigers have always been a favorite subject of mine  for drawing , painting , and airbrush painting for many many years.  God has created some beautiful animals but I think that when he created the tiger he was feeling extra creative that day.

Shelli Retired Help Advisor, Banner SponsorOct 20, 2005

God has created some beautiful animals but I think that when he created the tiger he was feeling extra creative that day.

Yes.  He probably dragged out the ol' airbrush to do it right.

kbonsall Oct 20, 2005

OH MY GOODNESS! this is my fav of all of your bears/creatures so far!  WOW! you keeping him?

kraftyladies Oct 20, 2005

wow, you are so talented.  The tiger and everything you do are awesome!

MerBear Oct 20, 2005

WOW....that pretty much says it all.
:clap: :clap:

Marion

Irene Oct 20, 2005

MAGNIFIQUE!!! Judi. I envie you to have so much talent for so much things :clap: Did you learn painting?

clare14 Oct 20, 2005

I'd love to spend a day with you Judi, you're AMAZING!!!   Absolutely AMAZING!!!  :clap:

kbonsall Oct 20, 2005

I think we should all take a trip to see Judi, It will be like field trip, see the moo cows, see the bear in the yard (the wonderful xmas gift) and see Judi in action!  Ok, so when do we want to plan it for  :dance:

Winney Oct 20, 2005

Judi he is awsome !  I surely would enter him for one or more of the awards ...no question about that !

Love those felted tootsies, eye lids and all of it ! Fabulous creative ability you have , I know it takes years to develope but its really fun work and play all at once.
Someone has a quote on their web site I like " Do what you love and you will never have to work again " We all know what this really means...not that you will not work... but that when you do the work you love, it is so  enjoyable and more than likely it will sell !
 
The Siberian and Bengal tiger are my favorites, I love the wolf too ....beautiful creatures.......Winney

WildThyme Oct 20, 2005

I was going to say just what Winney said... or is it Loretta?  Anyway... she beat me to it!  I must say that I think this guy would be a no brainer for an award!  The photos are stunning as well Judi!  Oh... if you don't enter this guy, I'm breaking into your house and entering him for you!

Beary truly ours,
Kim Basta
Wild Thyme Originals

Helena Oct 20, 2005

He's just gorgeous, Judi! I LOVE tigers! 

gotobedbears Oct 20, 2005

This Tigger is just gorrrrrggggeous Judi -

someone i know owns a private zoo, 'Paradise Park' in Britain - they had leopard cubs born there not long ago, but i never took up the offer to go and meet them - will you be doing any leopards Judi? I love their spots and i bet you'd do a great job with that airbrush of yours.

Penny  :hug:

Dilu Oct 20, 2005

Judi,  our 'Sistine Ceiling of the Airbrush' Artist

Unbelieveable-

Please, be a picture hog (not) so that everyone can see him.  He is wonderful

Tell me you aren't selling him......

ok that's dumb, because YOU can always make another one.....I guess I was thinking if you sold him he would dissappear from here and we would never see him again.....

Selll, if you must, but honey he is so fantastic!

Shari Oct 21, 2005

I can't add anything that hasn't been said and your talent and ability simply defy words anyway.Love it!! Magnificent..... and I could go on and on!!

Hugs ,Shari.

Daphne Oct 21, 2005

Did you take a before picture while he was all white???

I Love Teddies Oct 21, 2005

Wow!  How long did it take you?  Have you airbrushed a lot before?  Do most artists use an airbrush?

mj Banner SponsorOct 21, 2005

Judi-

He is Awesome!!! :clap: :clap: :clap:

Delartful Bears Oct 21, 2005

oooh wow Judi, he's amazing, my mind boggle at what you achieve!

Thanks for sharing, I LOVE seeing new creations!

Danni

doodlebears Celebration AmbassadorOct 21, 2005

Knock me sideways and watch out for the dust! Phew! Judi you've done it again you wonderfully clever girl. Boy oh boy do I wish I had your talent Judi. Your tiger is absolutely fantastic. He's areal show piece. Do take the advice to enter him into competitions as I believe he is a sure winner. I must take lessons on airbrushing ...now see what you've done...you've just solved my husband's yearly problem of what to buy me for Christmas.  :D

Hey girls aren't we lucky to have such a talented lady here with us all...well lots of talented ladies really , but you know what I mean.
to Judi
The photos are wonderful thanks for sharing.
Going green with envy now.....

Jane