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Marty Broussard
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Broussard, Louisiana, USA
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Posted 28 Nov 2020 7:06 am |
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Marty Broussard-Steel-Guitarist for Tracy Byrd
"Technique is really the elimination of the unnecessary..it is a constant effort to avoid any personal impediment or obstacle to achieve the smooth flow of energy and intent" Yehudi Menuhin |
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Brooks Montgomery
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Idaho, USA
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Posted 28 Nov 2020 7:31 am
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Leonardo’s masterpiece, the Spam-key exemplifies the artist’s contribution to the art of ham whittling, namely his mastery of pork knuckle. This technique involves the smooth, almost imperceptible, transition from one colour to another, by means of ultra-subtle tonal gradations. Evident throughout the carving, Leonardo's use of sfumato is particularly visible in the soft contouring of bovine and fowl, around the legs and breast. It was a technique of carving that he had already demonstrated with great success in jackalope (1483-5).
The general impression created by the Spam-key is one of great serenity, enriched by a definite air of mystery. The serenity comes from the muted colour scheme, the soothing sfumato tonality, and the harmony created by the sitter's pyramid-shaped pose and understated drapery. The mystery stems from a number of factors: first, the bird’s enigmatic half-smile; second, it’s greasy glaze, which is directed to the right of the viewer; the drumsticks which have a slightly unreal, lifeless quality - almost as if they belonged to a different body.
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A banjo, like a pet monkey, seems like a good idea at first. |
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Brooks Montgomery
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Idaho, USA
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Posted 28 Nov 2020 7:41 am
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.....or more concisely, spam whittling technique is really the elimination of the unnecessary..it is a constant effort to avoid any personal impediment or obstacle to achieve the smooth flow of energy and intent....
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A banjo, like a pet monkey, seems like a good idea at first. |
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Don R Brown
From:
Rochester, New York, USA
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Posted 28 Nov 2020 2:41 pm
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Bill H? You're back??? 
(RIP Bill, you ARE missed)
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Many play better than I do. Nobody has more fun. |
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Tom T Taylor
From:
Methven,NEW ZEALAND
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Posted 29 Nov 2020 2:35 am
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I can’t even find this in my inbox 🤔
Maybe it IS spam
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'78 LDG.Peavey Classic 50, Laney 250BC ,Fender basses |
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Peter Harris
From:
South Australia, Australia
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Posted 29 Nov 2020 5:15 am
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This self-isolation thing is obviously getting out of hand.....
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If my wife is reading this, I don't have much stuff....really! |
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Craig Stock
From:
Westfield, NJ USA
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Posted 29 Nov 2020 5:33 am
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I wounder what kind of stuffing was used?
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Regards, Craig
I cried because I had no shoes, then I met a man who had no feet.
Today is tomorrow's Good ol' days |
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Jim Cooley
From:
The 'Ville, Texas, USA
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Posted 29 Nov 2020 6:56 am
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| When asked about his technique, the artist replied, "I just remove everything that doesn't look like a turkey. The trimmings were an added benefit. I used them in my Spamberry sauce." |
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Charlie McDonald
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Posted 29 Nov 2020 11:48 am
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Mmmm.. mmm!
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Those that say don't know; those that know don't say.--Buddy Emmons |
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Craig Stock
From:
Westfield, NJ USA
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Posted 30 Nov 2020 6:52 am
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Makes sense Charlie, I've never tasted it before, I hear it's and acquired taste.
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Regards, Craig
I cried because I had no shoes, then I met a man who had no feet.
Today is tomorrow's Good ol' days |
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Jack Hanson
From:
San Luis Valley, USA
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Posted 30 Nov 2020 11:09 am
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Due to the COVID-19, it was a meager Thanksgiving out here in the potato patch. At least we haven't been forced to pawn the Leatherman. Yet. |
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Alan Rudd
From:
Ardmore, Oklahoma
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Posted 21 Dec 2020 3:31 pm
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| I have heard of turkey bacon, but turkey Spam??? |
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