Paul Shafer and Bart Schleyer Artwork

1screagle · February 25, 2011, 08:33:00 AM

I wanted to share with you this artwork that I was priveledged to be a part of. Mike Mitten and I had a conversation that turned to a desire to create something that would forever help tell a story about two very special people. Though people say, they would laugh at the notion they were legends, they truely were. Mike gave me an oppurtunity to share in this story by etching this in stone to remember the countless stories that came before and after Paul and Bart met one another. They touched the lives of many people and have left cherished memories wherever they happened to be. Mike also fed my passion as we are connected with similar spirits as brothers of the bow, with different gifts in life. As much as I love the thought of adventure in the wilderness with my bow, I also love the thought of creating works through my hands that will stand the test of time. I can't thank Mike enough, I've enjoyed this more than words can speak. Truely an awesome pleasure to work with and know him. Sharing his perspective with Ellen and I on the soon to be released Essential Encounters film and other topics were inspiring to say the least. Seeing these moving Primal Dreams films have allowed me to enjoy seeing and hearing from others how much they're hearts were touched from viewing these beautiful works of art. Very Well Done! I own 8 copies that I share with others, I usually only have a copy or two available at home for myself. Thank you.

Sincerely, Kenn Paulson

joe vt · February 25, 2011, 08:38:00 AM

Wow !! That is just awesome.

Gray Buffalo · February 25, 2011, 08:55:00 AM

Very cool

DGW · February 25, 2011, 08:59:00 AM

Looks great!!

GRINCH · February 25, 2011, 09:00:00 AM

Really Nice.

Adirondackman · February 25, 2011, 09:18:00 AM

Very nice! Thanks for sharing. Two Trad Bow Hunters that I have the utmost respect for. They lived to bowhunt and never took the easy way.

oneshot-onekill · February 25, 2011, 09:20:00 AM

LONGSTYKES · February 25, 2011, 09:32:00 AM

Awesome Kenn, Thanks I really like.

cacciatore · February 25, 2011, 09:36:00 AM

Awesome indeed Kenn.Great work.

TWarrows · February 25, 2011, 10:09:00 AM

that looks great..

Al Dente · February 25, 2011, 10:11:00 AM

Well done, it is beautiful.

LongStick64 · February 25, 2011, 10:11:00 AM

Great way to honor those two men, better men than I'll ever be.

Cory Mattson · February 25, 2011, 10:13:00 AM

WOW - looks great - I remember that - I had some home video one of my close frinds sent me soon after Bart got that bear. MEMORIES! - way cool - good job!

Cory<><
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bowtough · February 25, 2011, 10:21:00 AM

Sadly we lost two incredible bowhunters far too soon.

rushlush · February 25, 2011, 10:28:00 AM

Very nice!

Spurs · February 25, 2011, 10:34:00 AM

That is beautiful!!!

Walt Francis · February 25, 2011, 12:09:00 PM

meathead · February 25, 2011, 04:08:00 PM

Quite a talent you have there. Beautiful work.

Benny Nganabbarru · February 25, 2011, 04:10:00 PM

Well-done!

knobby · February 25, 2011, 04:13:00 PM

Great piece of one-of-a-kind art, Kenn.