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Discussion in 'Beginners' started by Beavis, Jan 28, 2008.

  1. Jan 28, 2008 #1
    Beavis

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    This is my first attempt at anything remotely related to taxidermy. This is a replica bass I had done about 10 years ago. THIS IS BY NO MEANS, A CRITICISM OF THAT PERSONS WORK. I returned home Christmas day to find it on the floor with a broken tail. It had hung in the same spot since 1997. I figured I'd repair and re-paint it. These are the before and after.

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  3. Jan 28, 2008 #2
    Marsh Master

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    Not to criticize, but your repair job looks great. Much better than before. It fell for a reason. ;D Thanks for sharing.
     

  5. Jan 28, 2008 #3
    hoho

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    I have not done any fish myself but if my first one turned out half that good I would be very happy. That looks great to me. Very good job

    Mike
     
  6. Jan 28, 2008 #4
    Islander

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    wow, great job, big improvement.
     
  7. Jan 28, 2008 #5
    tetaxidermy

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    looks alot better
     
  8. Jan 28, 2008 #6
    Rooster

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    You win
     
  9. Jan 28, 2008 #7
    J Adams

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    Looks like you found a new hobby :D
     
  10. Jan 30, 2008 #8
    Ihntdeer

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    It looks much better now, cogratulations!
     
  11. Jan 30, 2008 #9
    Marsh Master

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    Bevis, did you add new fins to your fish? They look totally different then before.
     
  12. Jan 30, 2008 #10
    Beavis

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    Marsh Master, those are the original fins simply repainted. Its probably the position of fish, making them look different. Thanks all.
    Donny
     
  13. Jan 30, 2008 #11
    Marsh Master

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    Yep, it's the angle. Looks great!
     
  14. Feb 2, 2008 #12
    Kenny

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    Awesome improvement. Did you use reference pics.?
     
  15. Feb 4, 2008 #13
    Beavis

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    I used the drawing in Tom Sexton's book for the markings, the rest I just "paint 'em as I see 'em", no schedule, etc. I painted this fish at least 8 times before I was happy. Thanks again all.
     
  16. Feb 4, 2008 #14
    RoyalOaksRanch

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    WOW you totally improved that fish big time :) I really like it..
    Mind you I just catch fish I dont mount them, but I really like the colors on yours better than the before Pic..