[Decoycarver1]

I just put the finish touches on this green wing teal hen . Cork and basswood .The decoy is painted in Jansen Traditions acrylic paint utilizing dry brushing techniques and wet in wet blending .
No airbrush on this decoy.
Bob

 

[quack addict07]

great job :thumbsup:

 

[Wld Fowl]

Nice :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

 

[WhidbeyDuckGuy]

She's pretty enough to be DDOM (Duck Decoy of the Month) :biggrin:

 

[Ringneck]

Sweet little block. Love the drop wing. Going to hunt her?

 

[captainduckhead]

Very impressive especially the painting. My guess is that no one will hunt over it?

 

[Decoycarver1]

I dont see why this decoy would not see service .
When I keel and balance this decoy it will float and self right from any position.
The paint may look fancy but I assure you its not anyone with the correct techniques and tools can paint a decoy like this easy and I guarentee it.
It isnt rocket science you just need to know the techniques and they are simple to apply.
I used simple spongeing and drybrushing on a base coat of burnt umber and raw umber applied with a sponge texture.

 

[captainduckhead]

It's so nice, I would cringe the first time someone dropped it in a boat. or the dog stepped on it.

 

[Decoycarver1]

Thats true Cap they are not plastics and do need attention in handling and their not for everyone or all conditions ,I do appreciate the compliment about her looking nice.
Thanks

 

[duk man]

very nice. your paint jobs never cease to amaze me

 

[duckhunter052002]

:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

lee

idenify before you shoot(keeps ya legal) :thumbsup: :wink:

 

[Rooterduck]

Howdy Y'all...
Would you consider doing a tutorial on your paiting techniques? Not all your trade secrets, but a general step-by-step guide to getting similar results for the artisticly challenged? I'm sure other viewers would appreciate some tips, and pointers on your carving techniques, also. Wonderful decoys, and love seeing them as an inspiration for me to try this for myself. Thanks a million....

 

[Decoycarver1]

Ill try to put something together for you soon.

 

[aftershox454]

I would be interested in that as well!

you do great work!