Preferences of the Smoothie Decoy
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Smoothies are made for the collector who appreciates the heritage of the work ing decoy but also enjoys the style and life-like positions of the contemporary bird. The Smoothie decoys are patterned from the live bird. These decoys compare in size to a live bird, but often are carved larger than life. The woods used to carve these birds are Northern Bass, Northern Juniper or Tropical Light Mahogany.
These decoys begin by being carved from one or more stock pieces of the same wood. After the original rough cut to the shape of the bird, the block is hollowed from the inside leaving enough wood for finished detail carving and then rejoined. This process helps to alleviate any stress from the wood preventing possible cracks. Animations are added and shaped into the carving to give each bird its particular character.
Detail painting is just one aspect that separates these birds from the Gunner. As the name titles them "Smoothies," more emphasis is placed on enhancing the painting of each bird with fine brush strokes, colors, and shadows making it appear as if each stroke was carved into the individual feather of the bird.
The birds seen above have been in floating competitions around the country. Each decoy is individually and intricately weighted specifically for the purpose of competition. The bottom of the decoy is authenticated by a wood-burned signature along with the name of the species.
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Mallard Smoothie
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Preferences of the Decorative Decoy
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Decorative decoy carvings are the top line of my decoy series. Northern Bass wood is my preference for most of the decorative carvings, though Carolina Tupelo Gum may be substituted. These woods have strong graining and hold good detail when texturing and fine burning techniques are applied. Painting in wash layers of acrylic paints gives each bird their realistic look.
Every detail from the pattern drawing to the final brush stroke is carefully scrutinized for perfection. Extra time and consideration is given to each carving to create the "life-like" appearance. Each carving is a one-of-a-kind original; no two are the same. A life time of enjoyment will follow each purchase as you will continue to appreciate the artistic value of the decoy.
Commissions are gladly accepted. Decorative carvings priced $3500.00 to 5500.00 .