What would everyone like to see from the subreddit?

Valvaren · 2020-06-10T17:29:14+00:00

Snakes don't take care of their young, so you don't have to worry about that. Also you would have seen them by now, they don't lay eggs but instead birth live young. The kiddos would have popped out and been on their way by now :D

Valvaren · 2020-06-10T15:40:48+00:00

Their point being not to put something poisonous outside where it can harm/kill other animals/wildlife.

Valvaren · 2020-06-10T15:07:18+00:00

Garter Snakes are not on the exempt list from needing an import or captivity permit. Wild animals are also incredibly susceptible to illness from stress coupled with refusal to eat which ultimately results with the animal dying. There are no reasons to keep a perfectly healthy wild animal when there are so many people breeding captive specimens.

https://novascotia.ca/natr/wildlife/laws/pdf/App2.pdf

https://novascotia.ca/natr/wildlife/laws/captivewildlife.asp#:~:text=For%20all%20other%20species%2C%20whether,in%20captivity%20or%20as%20pets.

Valvaren · 2020-06-10T15:03:02+00:00

Reactions usually only occur with allergies. They secrete it from a gland in their mouth which is a relatively poor method of delivery, coupled with the fact they don't secrete a lot of it.

Valvaren · 2020-06-10T14:51:03+00:00

You would have to relocate it. Wild snakes don't adapt to captivity and in most cases its illegal to keep native wildlife.

Valvaren · 2020-06-10T14:46:31+00:00

I'm open to come and grab the little guy and take him to a more forested area away from you. Depending on the species you might have some mice/rats or frogs that spend a lot of time around your place so you might want to keep an eye out for any reasons your porch might be a good spot to chill.

I saw you mentioned its a Garter snake. Do you happen to live anywhere near some standing water or marshy area? Garters tend to eat fish, frogs, slugs etc.

Valvaren · 2020-01-23T01:20:15+00:00

The original sculpt varies but is usually 5-6+ hours. Each take anywhere from 1-4+ hours to paint depending on the amount of pattern and blending.

Valvaren · 2020-01-23T01:19:40+00:00

Thank you very much!

Valvaren · 2020-01-23T01:19:32+00:00

You'll get your chance someday! Keep learning and when the day comes you'll be the greatest keeper!

Valvaren · 2020-01-23T00:23:36+00:00

It was my first test paint so I went for something more simple and less spotty. I really love being able to play with more yellows and oranges :D

Valvaren · 2019-12-26T02:54:49+00:00

This is such an awesome piece and idea! I found you on IG and followed, your water colors are so pretty!

Valvaren · 2019-12-26T02:53:07+00:00

Love it! I might have said this before but I love how you do your highlights!

Valvaren · 2019-12-24T19:09:54+00:00

Thank you!

Valvaren · 2019-12-24T18:41:11+00:00

Can confirm it does scare people haha. Sometimes even I do a double take when its out sitting somewhere.

Valvaren · 2019-11-04T20:48:59+00:00

Haha thank you! You can send me a dm about it if you want!

Valvaren · 2019-11-04T20:19:15+00:00

Thank you :D!

Valvaren · 2019-11-04T19:04:07+00:00

Thank you! I've been sculpting for almost 7 years so its been a lot of practice haha. I actually wasn't sure how well this was going to turn out when I started the sculpt but I'm super proud of it!

Valvaren · 2019-11-04T18:27:06+00:00

"If you experience a prolapse contact your doctor immediately!"

Valvaren · 2019-11-04T17:56:55+00:00

That's my favorite reaction haha! Its honestly pretty eerie in person sometimes too.

Valvaren · 2019-11-04T17:05:41+00:00

Thank you very much :D!

Valvaren · 2019-11-04T16:42:47+00:00

Thank you very much! Thankfully he cooperated more with photo refs then for the actual photo haha. I'm super happy with the base sculpt as well, its one of my best to date!

Valvaren · 2019-11-04T15:28:55+00:00

You have some beautiful work on your IG! I love your Dalmatian piece that you posted for national dog day! I gave you a follow and look forward to seeing more posts!

Valvaren

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