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mesmithy ♀️ [4428070] [2007-03-25 09:21:19 +0000 UTC] "Megan" (United States)

# Statistics

Favourites: 69; Deviations: 109; Watchers: 204

Watching: 55; Pageviews: 20932; Comments Made: 398; Friends: 55

# Interests

Favorite visual artist: too many
Favorite movies: Jurassic Park
Favorite games: Final Fantasy 6
Other Interests: being outdoors, hiking, sculpting, sewing, working with my hands

# About me

I love being outside, working with my hands, and finding unique solutions to creative problems.
You can check out my other work and WIP pictures by going to my website or following me on twitter. you can also sign up for my newletter

www.mesmithy.com
twitter.com/MeSmithyman

Thanks for stopping by! I appreciate any and all comments :)

Current Residence: Fort Bragg, CA
Operating System: Mac
Shell of choice: blue
Favourite cartoon character: Spider-Man

# Comments

Comments: 45

Cassadar [2014-04-23 12:31:17 +0000 UTC]

happy bee-day! don't get stung! xD

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mesmithy In reply to Cassadar [2014-05-03 22:10:56 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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BlackChaosSun [2014-04-13 20:05:41 +0000 UTC]

your work are so awesome

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mesmithy In reply to BlackChaosSun [2014-05-03 22:11:04 +0000 UTC]

Thank you!

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MonsterCream12 [2014-02-05 22:05:31 +0000 UTC]

You should totally open up a store on etsy.com !!

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mesmithy In reply to MonsterCream12 [2014-05-03 22:11:31 +0000 UTC]

I have a store envy shop mesmithy.storenvy.com

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digipinky75910 [2013-08-15 19:12:04 +0000 UTC]

Hi there, just dropping a line that I sent in some art to your group today

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mesmithy In reply to digipinky75910 [2013-08-19 18:22:54 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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digipinky75910 In reply to mesmithy [2013-08-20 03:51:44 +0000 UTC]

You can approve them in?

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tsubame17 [2013-04-23 13:49:48 +0000 UTC]

Have a wonderful birthday!!!

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Daellus [2011-03-26 14:28:28 +0000 UTC]

amazing artistry

especially the moogs

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applebunny [2011-03-09 08:22:48 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much for the of Last Unicorn Costume! ^_^

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nin10aaron [2011-02-24 01:34:22 +0000 UTC]

very cool dunnys!

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Vaflo [2010-12-23 00:53:07 +0000 UTC]

Can you make a tutorial were you make a furry animal? :3

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mesmithy In reply to Vaflo [2010-12-27 19:20:55 +0000 UTC]

ooh, I'll try to remember to do that next time

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Vaflo In reply to mesmithy [2010-12-28 12:59:39 +0000 UTC]

Yay, looking forward to it

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wisdom-stoned [2010-06-15 13:38:33 +0000 UTC]

very beautiful gallery! your work is very detailed and carefully made! you should consider making a stop-motion movie with all these beautiful dolls...

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mesmithy In reply to wisdom-stoned [2010-06-16 02:22:21 +0000 UTC]

thanks! I haven't done a stop motion since college but here is one of them:

[link]

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Yak-Blithering [2010-05-07 05:39:46 +0000 UTC]

Your critters are very cute!

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mesmithy In reply to Yak-Blithering [2010-05-07 05:51:04 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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cubecrazy2 [2009-08-28 01:21:54 +0000 UTC]

Amazing custom toys! Great professional work!

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PhantomStarStudio [2009-08-11 00:55:26 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome.

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carlasb [2009-07-06 03:34:22 +0000 UTC]

your work is very very good, congratulations!!

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mesmithy In reply to carlasb [2009-07-06 07:06:17 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much! I should have a new custom posted by the end of the week. Hope you like it

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lamelobo [2009-07-02 13:12:32 +0000 UTC]

on your leather deer mask. (it is awesome spirit mask.) how did you sew the leather,? did you have to wet the leather, or use soft leather to create the shape. Did you use a form for the bottom? (to keep the shape, and support the antlers)? your masks are awesome!!!!!

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mesmithy In reply to lamelobo [2009-07-02 21:44:59 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! I have more process pictures on my blog: [link]
I start with a wire frame, then use hot glue (rather sparingly) to attach the buckskin, which is a very soft leather. I used an awl to make a hole first, then a leather needle to thread the leather lace. The antlers are wired and lashed onto the frame and the rabbit fur was put over it so you can't see The antlers are a set with the skull cap still attached, which is much easier then trying to attach loose antlers.

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lamelobo In reply to mesmithy [2009-07-03 13:24:18 +0000 UTC]

thank you so much for the response. I would like to try to make a mask similar but an elk instead. I love your costumes, and work. The metal frame is a great idea. Did you use sautering tool to (small flame torch) to weld the joints. You did a great job. I am sorry i ask so many questions. But, if you don't mind may i ask did you order the leather/fur/ (necklace teeth and shell) from some wheres? Or find them locally. I really love the (way you created your masks) and working with leather..i love them. Thank you!! I love your work!!!!!!!!

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mesmithy In reply to lamelobo [2009-07-04 09:05:55 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! I'm glad you are excited about the work I used 16 gauge wire and soldering wire called 'acid core' which means the solder and the flux are together. The I used a mini blow torch to heat up the joints before applying the acid core. Be careful with elk antlers because they are quite a bit larger and heavier. If you want the mask to be wearable be concious of the weight. I got most of my materials from a tent at the Tucson Gem Show (oddly enough) but 'the leather guy' on eBay is a great source. Good luck on your project! I hope to see pictures!

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lamelobo In reply to mesmithy [2009-07-04 16:20:24 +0000 UTC]

I am gonna try to look around for some type of elk horns...i will keep ya posted on what i find, and would you let me know what you think !? Thank you kindly. I really appreciate your feed back..hehe..!

thank you

i note ya soon.
happy 4th !!!(=

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mesmithy In reply to lamelobo [2009-07-05 05:40:59 +0000 UTC]

Good luck with the antlers! Can't wait to see 'em
cheers!

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jannyhime7 [2009-05-30 04:35:05 +0000 UTC]

your work is so awesome!.. and so cute..
i just love it the appa and Anubis too

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tomomb [2009-05-02 20:54:47 +0000 UTC]

You've done some incredible work! I absolutely love the abba, moogle, babe and stitch. Even though I'm not into Sailor Moon, you're chibi and sailor moon are very well painted and detailed. /bow

Great costumes too!
rasta

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mesmithy In reply to tomomb [2009-05-03 01:44:52 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much!

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whooper1990 [2009-01-16 22:45:05 +0000 UTC]

thanks for the fave

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FAS-NYC [2009-01-16 17:28:13 +0000 UTC]

thanks for the fav!

-Fas

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flyart420 [2009-01-16 13:32:53 +0000 UTC]

hey thx 4 the add!!!!

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pandion [2008-07-16 17:37:50 +0000 UTC]

fantastic!

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MxfitForge [2007-08-05 02:43:33 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for the watch, Megan ! ^-^

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verauko [2007-08-04 16:15:13 +0000 UTC]

hello,
thank you very much for watching me, hun
greetz,
verauko <3

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trustahope [2007-08-03 04:42:54 +0000 UTC]

thank you kindly for the watch, doll

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mesmithy [2007-04-14 10:11:58 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the warm welcome! I am glad I finally got around to posting some stuff -_-; There will be more in the near furture as I settle in. I look forward to the comments and being a part of this great community of artists

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Sirothello [2007-04-14 09:01:30 +0000 UTC]

Welcome to DA; love your art!

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actualtwilight [2007-03-30 05:57:09 +0000 UTC]

Welcome to DA! I hope you like it here.

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farcry77 [2007-03-25 09:25:24 +0000 UTC]

Welcome to DA
Have fun and share some

& oh My page
[link]
Have a look when u get some free time
And tell me what u think of it

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jmecor64 [2007-03-25 09:23:53 +0000 UTC]

Welcome to Deviantart



Enjoy your stay here.
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Also check out my Gallery:My Gallery. It's Awesome.

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