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Taxidermy takes all forms

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This was the very first bird falconer John Carmichael owned and flew by himself. This male red tailed hawk could not have ended up with a better falconer if you ask me.

Since the School of Falconry, run by John, supplies me with most of my raptor birds they have a contract with me. And during a specimens pick-up at the beginning of this year John said that he would like his first bird back.

I started thinking, and thought it would be amazing to see this bird 'fly' one more time. Though an old-timer, with worn tips and uneven feathers, it is ever the impressive creature to behold. The tips of the feather are lightly folded to add to the 'in-flight' feeling.

It will hang in the hall-way of the school of falconry, high above the doorway.

~To whom it may concern, (please read before accusing me of anything!)
This red tailed hawk died a natural cause. NONE of the animals I work on are killed for the purpose of taxidermy only and most are found along side the road or come from bird/animal breeders in the area.
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~featherfindings May 4, 2013  New member
Why isn't this in my favorites yet?
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~Eclipse-p May 26, 2012  Student Digital Artist
Thank you for adding in this handsome boy's back story. It's really gives this mount such a warm vibe to think of him soaring forever even after he's gone. Wonderful job!
And I hope you don't mind, but may I use your image as a reference? It's hard to find images of Red Tails with a clear view of their wings spread like this.
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*Illahie Jul 15, 2012  Professional Artisan Crafter
Thank you very much :) And if he can be of any help feel free :)
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=MattsyKun Feb 27, 2012  Hobbyist Digital Artist
What a beautiful bird~ red-tailed hawks are the best <3
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*Illahie Mar 22, 2012  Professional Artisan Crafter
Stunning raptors indeed :)
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*TheAntimonyElement Sep 1, 2011  Hobbyist General Artist
What a sweet and touching story...I'm sure Mr. Carmichael feels the same! :) Beautiful work and a truly magnificent specimen.
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*Illahie Oct 4, 2011  Professional Artisan Crafter
Thank you kindly!
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~NIGHTFURY18 Aug 19, 2011  Student Traditional Artist
Awww thats a touching story :) loveit!
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*Illahie Oct 4, 2011  Professional Artisan Crafter
thank you!
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~NIGHTFURY18 Oct 4, 2011  Student Traditional Artist
No problem! :)
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