Figuremaster Les' Figural Fabrications

[DarkArtist81]

No, DA only had access to Les' original sculptural head. The faux hair heads are exclusive to Les' making.

Exactly. The real hair approach is Les' baby, I wouldn't dare touch it. Mine is the altered DCD head, without the hair. I've only painted it twice, once for my own and once for Josh.

 

[pjam]

Hi Les.

Miss ya, Buddy!

 

[Les Walker]

Back in for a few choice minutes guys.
Damn computer is still out. But I may do the total overhaul route this week or next, depending on the expenditure needed. For now, I am saving to fix that, so I have some money to ship some minor stuff out late this week for a few of you guys.
Sorry they may be sight unseen, but I hope you can post them here when you get them.
Then I plan some mass mailings after the holidays. And when I say mass...I mean huge quantities of stuff.

Thanks all for waiting so long. It has been a horrendous year for me.
The last couple of weeks were the worst, if you can believe it. Lots of infighting in the family due to some stuff...much I won't go into, but my Mom is not well, physically, or mentally, and she kinda lashed out a week ago and it still smarts. Not sure if I can get over what she tried to pull. Long story, so I won't bore you, but it sure makes this year's battles seem somewhat emotionally fruitless for me.

Just so you all know, I am painting well again, Some stuff is on a roll, and some is work. I still will not stop until I am caught up. I have had some down days of late, that make me question staying with this work. No regular job and no recent commissions have added to the stresses here, so I plan on selling off huge amounts of my collection, things I really do not need. So look for that this week if I can post them soon. It's a have to situation, not a want to. But, I don't need this much stuff. I do have way too much anyway.

Health wise I am ok. Not great, but ok. I am on meds for my heart, as this stuff with my Mom has cost me. Yeah, gotta love getting older. My beard has gone white this year. White. It was sorta reddish this time last year. Good news is, I am taking LOTS of vitamins, eating better, losing weight, and trying to sleep better.
All that helps me work.

I will decide what I will do in 09 once I get caught up. I have gone back and forth from thinking of outright retiring, to starting back full bore, balls to the wall, and just erupt forth with new work. Like Sovereign Shawn says, "I AM an artist, it's in my blood" So if I quit, I might be back anyway.

It's just been hard.

BUT....

Despite all that crap, SO MUCH is coming. Apologies to those who await some things that are for further projects, namely Elder Pred, Your's is coming bro, trust me. I paint, sculpt, clean, dremel, paint, 150+ and counting. LOTS in progress, Most I have ever done at one time. Quality remains my only motivator, so bear with me. Lots are done.

Jokers are still in progress, and I hope to have that third/fourth choice image up soon. I think you guys will like it. It is quite different from any paint I have seen yet. We'll see if it goes or not.

Hickes are almost done. SO MANY TO SHIP!!!!
Must sell stuff to ship, so buy something when my sale hits this week. Goodies will abound.

God, what else to say? No time...
Gotta go. But guys, bear with me. I know you all have waited too long this year on me. Once I am caught up, I hope to rest some, then we'll see.

GREAT work from you other guys! I want a Scarecrow mask Elvis! I still want a Barlow head! Where's a DK Alfred already?????
And Josh and you other painters, ROCK ON!
Ass is being kicked! Hope I can join the fray soon!


Gotta go see Ma. She's on the warpath again today. It never ends here. Just got her a new TV this week too. Hard to please her now. LOL!

Til next post, which I hope is IT! THE post. Hang with!

Miss you guys!!!

 

[tigerfeet]

Les.........................................

great to see you here.........

 

[Les Walker]

Thanks TF! Miss the HELL out of you guys! You have no idea!

BTW, I have a 12" SS Indy redo about done. On a HT body now, weathering, etc., along with some other full guys. But enjoying all the Indy stuff. Yes, the other Indy heads are all about done also!!! To those that are concerned. Any H. Ford head is about done.
Even am repainting some other SS figs that I have yet to see repainted, so look for those soon also.

Had to cancel a lot of orders though. Tell me how nice the BR Joker is. Let him go last week.

I do see HT P1 is coming though. OH YEAH! There is a GOD!
Now if there was a shot of that Medi ALIEN with another figure....

Thanks for the pics Albrecht.

So much to say. I don't want to leave. Got to though.

I WILL RETURN!

 

[wofford29]

Great to read a post from you Les. Even if you're not back, it's nice to know everything is alright.

 

[Cocoboloboy]

I will decide what I will do in 09 once I get caught up. I have gone back and forth from thinking of outright retiring...

Retirement is for old men you dang whippersnapper!

 

[Cap'n Cook]

FANTASTIC to hear from you Les.

Sorry things aren't going so well. I hope you have some good times soon. You certainly deserve it.

I'm sure I can speak for us all in wishing you the very best and the utmost thanks for still keeping everyone updated no matter all your troubles!



But don't retire!

All the best and I look forward to the return of the master.

 

[JediMike71]

Good to hear from you here Les. I hate hearing that you have to sell some of your collection. I had to do that some this year too, to be able to get Luke, Han, and Indy from Sideshow. But, like you, I'm getting my collection down to exactly what I want to keep.

I'm really sorry to hear about your family troubles. We've had some in-family "issues" over my wife's grandparent's estate that will finally be over. Then we can move into the house I told you about...finally. Then, I can have a room of my own to display my collection.

I really hope and pray that you stay with your work and don't stop. You are a TRUE artist, and I know all of us would really miss your incredible work! In other words...don't stop. I know it would be a VERY hard choice, and it is yours to make. Just know that you always have all of our support.

So...the Hicks head are almost done? Cool! I can't wait to get my "spikey-haired" Hicks head from you. Any chance the Hicks heads would be mailed out before Christmas? Let me know. Thanks again.

I look forward to your upcoming sale! Hopefully I can get at least one item from it that I want.

 

[Buttmunch]

Great to hear from you Les, but sorry to hear about the family and Ma troubles. I wish you guys the best.

I can't wait to see what you've cooked up since you've been gone. I'm sure it is all wonderful.

And if you need any help with ordering the Predator when he is finally available, I'd be more than willing to help you with that. With your computer availability being so limited I don't want you to miss out on him.

 

[KBA]

Les, when you take your break in 09, make sure it's you-time. You deserve it. No one should have to power through what 08 is dishing you. I can't understand the level on which it would tax a person, but I have nothing but positive vibes to send you and your family's way.

Looking forward SO much to seeing that last Joker version.

 

[abake]

Hey Les!
Great to see you back.

Sorry to hear it's been so rough, but that's life... some years are simply crap. I know I've had my share!

Just hang in there dude and do the stuff you enjoy doing and keep your head cool.
Or even better yet, go on a binge!

I just wish I could help you more, but if there is anything I can do for ya, just let me know.

 

[Scar]

I can only echo what others have already said; it's always good to hear from you, my friend, and we can't wait to have you back around here and see what you've been up to! Sorry to hear about the tough times you're still going through. I don't know of anyone who has been put through the mill more during the past year; we're having some rough times health-wise in my family right now, too. Godspeed, my friend.

 

[uscmhicks]

hang in there Les !.

 

[Na_Burger_King]

Good to hear from you Mr. Walker!

I sent you a PM hope you received it.

Take Care Sir.

 

[Toast]

I hope everything works out well for you Les

 

[Rook]

Les, in 2008 I lost my father to Multiple Sclerosis, watched my mother endure two major thoracic surgeries to remove a tumor and patch up the aftereffects, and have flirted outrageously with alcoholism. I'm with you in saying that 2008 is a year best left behind.

Here's to 2009.

 

[DarkArtist81]

Here's to Les in 2009!

Thanks for the update bro... Just keep plugging at it, and things will get better. You have an entire crew here, watching over your thread and keeping your artistry alive. And I hope your sale goes well, just let me know if you need any help with pics or anything.

 

[Mr. Fusion]

Les, it's great to hear from you, man. I'm really sorry to hear about everything. Things will get better. Ben and I are always thinking about you. If you need someone to talk to, you have me number. Use it. Stick in there.

 

[tbay]

Great hearing from you Les, I'm sending positive thoughts and prayers your way - Ted