Factory Goofs + No Self Control

About a week ago I ordered a SM American Pharoah direct from Breyer. I needed a bit of retail therapy but couldn't be bothered to get one at our local tack shop... so direct it was.

He came in the mail this morning and as I took him out of the box, I thought that he looked quite glossy... but passed it off as the plastic from his blister pack. In general Emma style, I completely destroyed the package.

I had a small heart attack when I saw him. GLOSSY!!!!

He isn't sticky, no weird texture... his gloss is identical to an intentionally glossed model.

Different lighting.

I'm pretty sure he's just a factory goof who wasn't matte sprayed before he left the factory. But still super cool!

Another model I need to show off is my new Moxie resin. She was sculpted by Sarah Rose and painted by Austin deSheilds.

She's unfortunately super hard to photograph... I apologize for the bad photos!

Her face is just <3

I keep telling myself no more minis... but I couldn't resist!

She's really lovely. I just haven't come up with a name for her. She's shown under the name Tautology... but I might change it.

Again... I apologize for the lack of posts. I post everyday on my Instagram, @emmasmodelhorses. (we are so close to 900 followers I can't even.) I've also started Breyerfest prep, and along with school that takes up a ton of time. Stay tuned!

My Favorite Things

Shading on stallions..

RRS Starving Artist, resin painted by EVR

And dapples on mares..

Welfare Cadillac owned by EVR

Bright bay pintos and geldings with flair..

Safari TOOB pony painted by EVR

Big brown jumpers tied down with string..

"Fluffy," the giant inflatable Breyerfest horse. :)

These are a few of my favorite things. 

Cream-colored ponies and lil nameplates..

Lonestar owned by ?

RRS Here Comes Dat Boi wearing a Five Paws Studio halter

Doorbells and delivery trucks..

And saddlebreds that gait..

Custom by EVR

These are a few of my favorite things..

When there's drama..

The model horse Instagram community is pure drama.

When you get scammed..

Or I'm feeling sad..

I simply remember a few of my favorite things

And then I don't feel so bad.

I really enjoyed writing this as a change from more formal posts. Those more formal posts are soon to come! :) Hope you enjoyed.

2017 Hobby Goals

I've seen a lot of people do these either on blogs or social media... And it's probably time I do one!

First I really, really need to get my resins and drastic customs painted. Really, really need.

I've had this Walter for what, two years?

I would also really like to go to Breyerfest... but it's not really up to me.

My dad is retiring from the military so he will be looking for a new job. The problem is we don't really know where/when we are moving. God willing we will go... we have clarion rooms booked.

I also hope to continue my Etsy store and perfect my feed bad pattern. Still not exactly happy with it!

One of my ultimate goals is to continue riding and improving my equitation. Although I would love to get my own horse... that's not gonna happen. (anyone got a winning lottery ticket?)

Painting more is a huge priority and definitely not a choice! I've got a huge commission to complete. I also hope to work on my resculpts and do more than just some paint.

Lastly, I'm hoping to continue to consistently post here and on my other social media accounts. 

Here's to a great 2017. I hope you all achieve your goals... hope I can achieve mine!