Sketches of crows, some with open beaks.
And a bird with raised wings.
A crow, with an open beak and raised wings.
And a little bit of fluff around the head made from some synthetic horse hair-like stuff from Stephanie (check out her beautiful crow pillow!). Speaking of Stephanies, see another Stephanie’s beautiful crow here.
My crow’s legs are a bit different from other birds I’ve made. I’m doing some experimenting with paperclay, trying to get a bird leg that is thinner and less bulky than I’ve been able to achieve by wrapping fabric strips around the wire. I’m reading this doll making book and though I rarely make actual dolls, it is so excellent! It’s like taking a class on soft sculpture which is so perfect for me because I am not able to leave the house to take a class right now.
Wow, Abby, that is beautiful. Love the sketches, too.
this is so dang wonderful abby. i have that oroyan book too (and a couple of her others) they are great for both information and inspiration – although i am don’t think you need any help in the inspiration department – you seem to have that covered. beautiful, beautiful work.
I have it too. Aesthetically, a bit weird, but very useful.
Stunning!
wow, beautiful.
Your crow is absolutely wonderful Abby! You’ve done such a great job with all the details 🙂
How beautiful!
I’ve stumbled upon your blog through Flickr, where I’m a total newbie.
I love your crow and I enjoyed very much your sketches! 🙂
Gaia
He is so great! I love the contrast stitching on the dark fabric. He’s cool–a little menacing as a crow should be but also very winsome. And I am awestruck by the construction. you continue to amaze me!
i love how expressive his pose is. when i first looked at the wings, i thought they were made of leather. ever tried it? i love the thin, fine stuff – maybe calf? and i like how flexible it is, but at the same time you can stiffen it up or use wire to give it strength.
Wonderful!
Capturing the movement perfectly.