Since school has gotten back in session, things have become much busier. I have had many projects laying around for months that have needed attention, but unexpected plans or miscalculations in how much time I have to work on them have slowed me down.I have 2 commissions still waiting to be finished - and many thanks to the owner of the Little One for being so *patient* and understanding, as LO has been here the longest. Things just keep popping up and the days fly by. Anyway, here is a glimpse at what is going on:
Above is a big 'ol pate filled with projects of my own (Oliver, Drastic CM MOW to 1/2 Arab, Chips Morgan to ASB, Mini Fabrizio, Netzky, CM Medallion, and 2 G3 Ponies), but those have been pushed way back in order to finish commissions such as the Running Mustang SM. He just has the first layer on and is on hold right now as my main focus is getting this Little One out the door, which has been here for quite a while.
Little One honestly has given me quite a load of trouble. No matter how thinned out the white is, I have been getting a rough, lumpy texture. However, I seem to have found something that works, which is sanding between every few layers of white. Its a very slow process because you may paint 3 layers, but you remove 2 layers sanding it smooth, so needless to say, progress is slow. However, this guy has been here long enough where it has gotten to the point that he must come with me where ever I go, so should I have a moment of free time, I can squeeze in some work.
As some may know, last summer was my first time taking commissions. Based on my experiences, I have discovered new ideas and solutions for how to be more efficient and what to do next time around. I'm a firm believer in learning from your mistakes, and I have certainly figured a few things out this year, so I plan to be much more efficient next summer. We'll see, but as for now, back to work!
