Moose on Parade
Moose on Parade is an annual fundraising event in Talkeetna, Alaska which benefits the Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce, the Denali Arts Council, and the Talkeenta Historical Society. Local businesses, artists, and individuals of all ages decorate large or small plywood moose cutouts. The decorated moose are part of the Independence Day parade after which they are auctioned off. Starting in 2013, we have created moose in the small size which have sold for up to $400 at auction.
Moose on Parade links: Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce, Denali Arts Council, Talkeetna Historical Society
Here is what the raw cutout looks like:
Moose on Parade links: Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce, Denali Arts Council, Talkeetna Historical Society
Here is what the raw cutout looks like:
Here are our creations starting with the most recent:
2016 - A Moose in Sheep's Clothing
Painted, and hand knitted using raw Merino wool, by Janet Brenan Sherry .
Knitters may appreciate that each "bobble" is comprised of 15 stitches!
Painted, and hand knitted using raw Merino wool, by Janet Brenan Sherry .
Knitters may appreciate that each "bobble" is comprised of 15 stitches!
A moose in sheep's clothing.
© 2016 Janet Brenan Sherry
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A moose in sheep's clothing.
© 2016 Janet Brenan Sherry
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2016 - Henri Toumoose Lautrec
Hand crafted by Michael J Sherry using polymer clay on the plywood frame.
The painting on the left side is a representation of detail from La Troupe De Mlle Eglantine and the right side painting is from the Chat Noir series of posters by Henri Toulouse Lautrec.
Hand crafted by Michael J Sherry using polymer clay on the plywood frame.
The painting on the left side is a representation of detail from La Troupe De Mlle Eglantine and the right side painting is from the Chat Noir series of posters by Henri Toulouse Lautrec.
Henri Toumoose Lautrec
© 2016 Michael J Sherry
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Henri Toumoose Lautrec
© 2016 Michael J Sherry
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2015 - "Canada Moose and Mooselings"
A collaboration for 2015. The bodies of the adult "Canada Moose" and the mooselings are hand knitted by Janet Brenan Sherry, faces crafted from polymer clay by Michael J. Sherry
A whimsical interpretation of a moose / Canada goose hybrid.
A collaboration for 2015. The bodies of the adult "Canada Moose" and the mooselings are hand knitted by Janet Brenan Sherry, faces crafted from polymer clay by Michael J. Sherry
A whimsical interpretation of a moose / Canada goose hybrid.
2014 - "Alaskan Malamoose"
Hand knitted and painted by Janet Brenan Sherry
An homage to our favorite breed of dog, the Alaskan Malamute. They are consummate freighting dogs, capable of pulling up to 2,000 pounds on a sled. Imagine what a "malamoose" could haul!
Hand knitted and painted by Janet Brenan Sherry
An homage to our favorite breed of dog, the Alaskan Malamute. They are consummate freighting dogs, capable of pulling up to 2,000 pounds on a sled. Imagine what a "malamoose" could haul!
2014 - "Vincent van Moose"
Hand crafted by Michael J. Sherry from polymer clay on the plywood frame
Inspired by van Gogh's "Self-portrait with bandaged ear," "Landscape with the chateau of Auvers at sunset," and "Starry Night."
Hand crafted by Michael J. Sherry from polymer clay on the plywood frame
Inspired by van Gogh's "Self-portrait with bandaged ear," "Landscape with the chateau of Auvers at sunset," and "Starry Night."
2013 - "Moosk Ox"
Hand knitted and painted by Janet Brenan Sherry
One of our favorite Alaskan animals is the Musk Ox. These survivors from prehistoric times thrive in Alaska's harsh climate and produce the warmest, light-weight, natural fiber known. Called "qiviut", it is the fluffy undercoat hair of the musk ox. We volunteer at The Musk Ox Farm and participate in hand-combing the qiviut every spring.
Hand knitted and painted by Janet Brenan Sherry
One of our favorite Alaskan animals is the Musk Ox. These survivors from prehistoric times thrive in Alaska's harsh climate and produce the warmest, light-weight, natural fiber known. Called "qiviut", it is the fluffy undercoat hair of the musk ox. We volunteer at The Musk Ox Farm and participate in hand-combing the qiviut every spring.
All images and text © Janet Brenan Sherry and/or Michael J Sherry. Reproduction by any means without the express permission of the artist is prohibited.