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Other: William
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William

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This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
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Instructions

I try different colours of artboard as backing for the bears to get a good contrast against their fur. I also try to photograph on a day with enough sun to get a glint in their eyes.

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Category: Other

Type of item: Toy

For: Other

Style: Classic


Materials

Photograph taken with Lumix G1 in my conservatory using natural light and artboard background

What was your inspiration?

I design and make bears, so am always looking to capture their personality in the photos.

What are you most proud of?

I don't think he looks posed, but reasonably natural.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

I have a set of studio lights and a light box, but prefer natural light. The lighting seems to be the most important thing, so wait for a bright day...if you can.

 

15 comments

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angela.bo1248678 on craftsy.com
Mar 15, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
I love his expression. I have just started experimenting using sheepskin off cut and I would love to adapt this one. Well done!
JSparkle on craftsy.com
Mar 12, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Oh, he is beautiful! Now THAT is a bear face!
rubyslipp1295687 on craftsy.com
Mar 07, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
This is the most wonderful project I've seen on this whole site! BEST IN SHOW! Great job.
Teddymaker on craftsy.com
Mar 09, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
So kind of you!
happychica on craftsy.com
Mar 06, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Your bear is fabulous! Winsome expression and the claws are amazing!
Teddymaker on craftsy.com
Mar 09, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you!
busycrafting on craftsy.com
Mar 05, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
He's gorgeous. With those eyes staring at the viewer, how can anyone not want him!?
Teddymaker on craftsy.com
Mar 06, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you!
Teddymaker on craftsy.com
Mar 09, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Many thanks!
ValUK on craftsy.com
Mar 05, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
William is adorable - I think I'm in love!
Teddymaker on craftsy.com
Mar 06, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Many thanks!
Archeim on craftsy.com
Mar 05, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Gorgeous Bear!
Teddymaker on craftsy.com
Mar 06, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you!
saxostamper on craftsy.com
Mar 05, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Oh he is absoluately adorable, what a lovely job you have done x
Teddymaker on craftsy.com
Mar 05, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you. So kind of you !