Well, this is related to James due to the film, but it’s mostly just about my current creative spark. As with my previous JCOM post where I’ve done a few digital paintings from the John Carter of Mars series, I’ve created my first Barsoomian sock creature.
It's Tars Tarkas, the Sock Thark
And here’s a closeup of his face with his big tusks and those awesome button eyes. I fount 2 buttons that together are just so perfectly Thark! 
What an expression. He looks like he’s ready for battle.
My next project will be Woola. I have his socks and some great double-button eyes planned. I will also do a few weapons for Tars Tarkas, too and I hope to create a 1/6 scale John Carter doll at some point. Yea, something in these pulp stories really has grabbed me. I certainly cannot wait to see the film in 2012… To see Tark Tarkas and Woola and JC… and especially our oh so lovely James as Kantos Kan!!
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Hi, thanks for the comment and sharing my Tars photos. I’m glad you like him and yes, Woola has been started, but I had to order more socks to make his 10 legs.
I’ll be sure to post photos when he’s complete. Oh, and I’ve visited your site often! I love all things Barsoom! D
Looks cool. Hope the Woola one comes out well.