Other Artists and Sculptors:
Joanie Berkwitz, Pour Horse Potteries - World class ceramacist, I am very proud that Joanie has produced Little One in custom glazed Earthenware, Joanie is an authority in technical ceramic casting and glazing and leads the way in creating incredible works of shiny art.
Sue Kern, Sakoris Custom Studio - Sue Kern is a sculptor and finishwork artist, she produced the finishwork for my Pickle V1 Guest Artist pieces. Sue Kern creates incredible custom pieces.
Lauren Hoeffer, Desert Sun Studios - Lauren is a finishwork and CM artist that has worked on many of my models, for both myself and other collectors. Her finishwork on medallions is exceptional and she has painted and customised many beautiful model horses.
Janice Williford, Wistful Dreams Studio - Janice is an inspiration, she works tirelessly for TIBBP and is an incredible finishework artist, her Brindle horses are renowned worldwide!
Lesli Kathman, Blackberry Lane Studios - The authority on equine genetics and colour, Lesli runs Blackberry Lane Potteries and is a top-class glazing artist.
Animal Artistry, Donna Chaney celebrated her 25th Anniversary recently, she has been sculpting and producing model dogs and horses in resin and Fine Bone China for many years. Donna's monthly Retail Therapy Page is always eagerly anticipated by collectors worldwide!
Sue Kern, Sakoris Custom Studio - Sue Kern is a sculptor and finishwork artist, she produced the finishwork for my Pickle V1 Guest Artist pieces. Sue Kern creates incredible custom pieces.
Lauren Hoeffer, Desert Sun Studios - Lauren is a finishwork and CM artist that has worked on many of my models, for both myself and other collectors. Her finishwork on medallions is exceptional and she has painted and customised many beautiful model horses.
Janice Williford, Wistful Dreams Studio - Janice is an inspiration, she works tirelessly for TIBBP and is an incredible finishework artist, her Brindle horses are renowned worldwide!
Lesli Kathman, Blackberry Lane Studios - The authority on equine genetics and colour, Lesli runs Blackberry Lane Potteries and is a top-class glazing artist.
Animal Artistry, Donna Chaney celebrated her 25th Anniversary recently, she has been sculpting and producing model dogs and horses in resin and Fine Bone China for many years. Donna's monthly Retail Therapy Page is always eagerly anticipated by collectors worldwide!
Suppliers and Resources:
Horsing Around, Mac and Vanessa Crawley run this UK based casting company, offering resin horses Customs-Charge free to European Collectors. They have worked with Gudrun Schmidt, Brigitte Eberl and many excellent sculptors. They also produce models in Fine Bone China in both standard runs and one of a kind custom glazed models.
Alec Tiranti Ltd, This is a great place to order sculpting, mould-making and casting supplies. They are in the UK, their postage charges are low and they can offer next-day delivery. Here is what they have to say about themselves: "Leading UK manufacturer and supplier of Sculptors' Tools, Materials and Studio Equipment, for Carving, Modelling, Mouldmaking, Casting & Restoration. Dedicated to supplying sculptors worldwide since 1895. Tiranti supply a wide range of materials, equipment and tools to sculptors, modelmakers, mouldmakers designers, prototypers, woodcarvers, stonecarvers, specialist plasterers, building picture and furniture restorers, potters and ceramicists."
Bentley Chemicals, Bentley are a UK supplier for Smooth-On resins and Silicones. I use Bentley for larger orders, for instance when casting out an entire edition of models. They are full of knowledge, very helpful and are geared up to supply medium and large orders. "We are a centre of excellence for silicones, polyurethanes, polyester resins, plasters and epoxies."
From Hen to Wed, Not an obvious one, but I often need Organza bags for medallions or smaller models - this is who I buy them from, the quality of their bags is higher than many others and I would definitely recommend them, Elaine, the lady I have dealt with is very helpful too! This is a link to her eBay store, which is based in the UK.
Alec Tiranti Ltd, This is a great place to order sculpting, mould-making and casting supplies. They are in the UK, their postage charges are low and they can offer next-day delivery. Here is what they have to say about themselves: "Leading UK manufacturer and supplier of Sculptors' Tools, Materials and Studio Equipment, for Carving, Modelling, Mouldmaking, Casting & Restoration. Dedicated to supplying sculptors worldwide since 1895. Tiranti supply a wide range of materials, equipment and tools to sculptors, modelmakers, mouldmakers designers, prototypers, woodcarvers, stonecarvers, specialist plasterers, building picture and furniture restorers, potters and ceramicists."
Bentley Chemicals, Bentley are a UK supplier for Smooth-On resins and Silicones. I use Bentley for larger orders, for instance when casting out an entire edition of models. They are full of knowledge, very helpful and are geared up to supply medium and large orders. "We are a centre of excellence for silicones, polyurethanes, polyester resins, plasters and epoxies."
From Hen to Wed, Not an obvious one, but I often need Organza bags for medallions or smaller models - this is who I buy them from, the quality of their bags is higher than many others and I would definitely recommend them, Elaine, the lady I have dealt with is very helpful too! This is a link to her eBay store, which is based in the UK.
Other People I've worked with:
The International Blessed Broodmare Project, Founded by Deb Buckler and Janice Williford, TIBBP raises funds to rescue and care for horses left homeless and at risk following the demise of the PMU Industry.
