Dirt Clod Wars Of 77 (For mikeerson) by magnus073
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Dirt Clod Wars Of 77 (For mikeerson) This dedication is for my friend Mike Anderson (mikeerson) who is one of my favorite artists in the gallery. Mike has an incredible sense of humor, along with a big heart. He uses this gift to make people feel better by making them laugh. Mike's gallery is fantastic, and filled with some of the most thought provoking works out there. He is able to take almost any dramatic situation and find a light hearted way to look at it. He is also all about helping other people, as I personally can attest to. Mike shared this story with me from when he was a boy, and I wanted to share it with my friends. His memory of this time is crystal clear, and he even provided me with a sketch of the scene in his memory. I hope you enjoy his story, and may God watch over all of you who are going through difficult times.
The year was 1977, and the place was a small lot across from the apartment from where Mike lived. This was the location for one of the most epic battles of modern times. Mike waited patiently for his best friend Bert to finish lunch so they could begin. Soon Bert came running from his home, past his Father's truck. He had with him an armload of G.I. Joe's, ready to face off against Mike. Both combatants knew the rules, and took time to carefully place their forces on top of the large rock formation in the lot. Next they prepared their arsenals by going around the lot pulling up (Dirt Clods) from the ground. At last the battle began, and in almost no time at all there were casualties on both sides. Bert sensed danger, as his forces didn't seem up for the fight on this day. He looked on in horror as his troops were literally falling like dolls in front of him. All of this was happening despite his faithful dog (Nome) cheering him on with every throw. Mike was now sensing victory was near, and with a strategically placed shot sent the last of Bert's troops to meet his maker. Bert gasped in shock as Mike raised his arms in victory. Still the outcome should have been clear from the start as Mike was wearing his lucky #7 Craig Morton jersey on this day. Just like his hero, Mike's aim was true, and he had won the big game. Hope you enjoyed Mike's story, and my dedication for him.
Dave
PS: I will post credits later
Comments (182)
npauling
I was really thrilled to see that you have posted one of your fabulous images and stories again and it is a great dedication to Mike. A very real looking scene with these little boys having a fun time with their action toys. Excellent posing and outfits too.
Heitaikai
Such a nice little story (thanks for the translation into German) and a lovely image to illustrate it. One can see that the boys have a lot of fun.
UteBigSmile
~ Excellent image and story dear friend ~ Hi Dave, it's great to see finally a new image from you and a deserved tribute to Mike who's comments always put also a smile on my face!
byteline
What for a great dedi for a very fantastic man and artist. Thanks for the translation. The story is impressive. Very well done.
LBJ2
Wonderful render, dedication and composition, Dave. You nearly killed me with this upload..after nearly 2 years of silence :) A very pleasant surprise, indeed. A fabulous illustration of Mike's chilchood memory. Very humorous...i'm not sure what hit Berts troops.. The wind? bad balance..an unstable standing spot :) Mike sur seems to enjoy the fact... that Bert's troops died.. Simply by the view/sight of Mike's strong troops :)
three_grrr
OMG!! I darned near fell off my chair when I read Steve mentioning you had posted yesterday, the one day I didn't check your gallery! I am totally over the moon to see something new in your gallery, and what an awesome work of art it is! You've literally transported me back to '77 (the year of the Big Blizzard in Buffalo, New York, by the way) and right to the scene of the Dirt Clod Wars! I can feel Mike's exuberant joy at winning the war, and I can feel Bert's dismay! You write an awesome story, and paint a winning scene, each can stand alone Dave, but together, the story and the picture are total winners. Thank you so much for posting. It's one of the things that used to always make my day, and today it was like a ray of sunshine. Mike's gotta have loved this .. gotta go find his comment on this! You are one very sweet, dear, special and wonderful person Dave.
RodS
OMG - does this bring back memories! What a delightful and fun work of art and a great dedication for Mike! Super work, Dave! It's sure good to see a post from you my friend!
dochtersions
Yes I have enjoyed many of your story, dear Dave. So stupid of me, I first reading it in English, and had not seen you had already written the Dutch translation under this beautiful picture of the great story of his battle. (Thank you for doing so!) So it was overcome because of the clothing that was worn, hahaha! Superb, and so much fun. I will look at your friend's gallery. I do not know really well this dear friend. God bless you, dear Dave. And I thank you for all your applicable, nice comments on my uploads, it is always greatly appreciated.
jeroni
beautiful, love the colors and lighting excellent work
lior
Welcome back Dave: a so moving dedication too!!!!!!!!!
bakapo
yay, a post from you!!!! this is such a fun scene, the boys look like they are having so much fun! I like all the GI Joes you have in this scene. well done, Dave, well done! hug
loligagger
Cute story and image!!!!!!!!
Jan19
Hey, Dave, it's so good to see you posting renders! :-) This is fantastic, nostalgic, and brings back the irresistible magic of childhood, as all your others do. I love the multiple figures! Did you scale down figures to make the soldiers? And the props are perfect. Great scene, all around, and the story is so interesting. Hope to see more!
chimera46
Good to see you posting again.
Minaya
Wow! So happy to see you post, wonderful image and story!!
efron_241
Fantastsic to see you back and instantly 5 pages full of comments you have been missed !!! and we are glad you are back
boobunny
Glad to see he inspired you to do some art. Great image of the story you told. Put a big smile on my face, which is still there. I like what you did with the GI Joes, having different and their poses. Hope to see more from you.
Jay-el-Jay
It is great treat to see your work again.Fine work on depicting these childhood memories of these boys at play.
toyyaris
wonderful image my friend, happy to see you creating again big hug
erlandpil
A very cute picture erland
Eleandras
So cute image Dave!
DanB-Creations
All the time, you make a really nice and original work. You have a so original style of render. Continue your nice work!
carlx
Wonderful scene and dedication, Dave!!! Glad you post, again!
Seaview123
That's quite a story, and well told by your picture. Nice work!
gibby.g
Nicely done Dave! Once more you show your talent for bringing stories to life with just one picture. Really captures the moment.
VDH
Great image, lovely scene!
JuliSonne
What a surprise .... wonderful that you have again rendered. A picture of Mike's childhood. I think you have given his story vividly. The emotions of the kids is fantastic. In my opinion, not only Mike winner. You too! because you're reunited with your creativity. Keep it up, Dave!!!!
midnightmum
A wonderful play scene, & 7 is a good number. hugs Glenda.
Trigue
Wonderful image and a great story and dedication :) Play keeps us young at heart ! Very nice to see your post :)
jarmila
Dear Dave, I'm happy to see this new and lovely picture...little happy boys..and I hope the war will be only in the games, never more reality.. great job my friend,have a very lovely weekend..ciao