If you ever forget to feel grateful that we live in North America, just talk to someone who doesn't or who grew up elsewhere. This truly is God's continent!
Beautiful pics. I got cold just looking at them. Thankfully I had some Famous Grouse to warm me up. Cheers!
Beautiful blocks. I love the head variations. Smooth flowing lines throughout. You've given me some ideas for my next set of dekes. Thanks for sharing.
WOW! Those mounts are terrific. The varied poses and water really add to the beauty. Unless you tiled the Taj Mahal for him, I think you got the better end of this deal. I'd be willing to store some for you if you don't have room. :)
Snipe make great eating and are an underappreciated game bird. They are some of the best (and most frustrating) gunning I've done. Check out Worth Mathewson's book on the subject if you are interested.
Chuck;
Great work. Thanks for all the in progress photos. I have to admit I like the base paint better than the full feathers. Minimalism: its the new realism. :)
Safety and common sense have always been the first things I look for in a hunting partner. Those are non-negotiable to me. But there is always that other component, the type of hunter who enjoys the hunt for it's own sake rather than judging success by a full limit. I find that time spent...