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THE FULL LINE OF Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions's
ART WORK COLLECTION

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

In a moment of peaceful contemplation, a young man's imagination awakens.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Sent from heaven to guide and protect the innocent, this beautiful angel ministers gently to a young boy in need. Cradled by her divine protection, the boy has finally found rest. Even as he sleeps, he can sense her presence. Her caress brings serenity and sweet dreams.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Lost in a daydream, a young girl watches her vision of the future dance across the clouds in a summer sky

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

In a sacred rite of passage, a young man gratefully receives The Storyteller's time-honored walking stick, empowering him to carry on the tradition and retell the stories and moral lessons from the past, linking one generation to another.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

"Night In Day" first appeared as a painting which introduced Blackshear's unique Afro Noveau style - a style heavily influenced by Art Noveau and Art Deco. This allegorical design shows night as a man wrapped in daylight. Blackshear uses color and symbolism to create both nighttime and daytime. Swarovski crystals are used to embellish the night sky.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The Commitment honors the moment when a man and woman promise to give the best of themselves to each other for the rest of their lives

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The Comforter depicts Thomas Blackshear's' homage to women who nurture throughout their lifetimes. This noble woman enfolds her charges in a cloak of serenity and protection

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

In this tale of flirtation and romance, a young woman has coyly dropped a flower from her basket to invite the attention of a handsome young man. Answering her invitation, he rescues the flower, and with smiling eyes, breathes deeply the rich fragrance

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Lost in playful abandon, these future kings are free from the weight of the destiny that lays before them.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Surrounding their infant with tenderness and love, the closeness of this new family is depicted in the parents' faces. The Family is an expression of unconditional love - a love that has no boundaries

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Few experiences in life equal the profound moment when both father and mother gaze down on the amazing child born from their deep love for each other. Thomas Blackshear recreates the purest of moments in his Bundle of Joy, as a newborn cuddles in the arms of his proud parents, whose faces glow with the spiritual joy in their hearts.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Autumn, the exclusive Members Only figurine. This new sculpture by Thomas Blackshear is the third in a series of membership exclusive pieces personifying the unique joys of each season.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The "Siblings" represents classic Thomas Blackshear. Two lovely children embracing. Big sister watching over and protecting her sibling.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The Nurturer symbolizes how love, once given, invites love in return.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The connection between sisters, be it soul mates or siblings, is the tightest bond between two people. This is the first in a series Blackshear is dedicating to sisters.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

With a shy smile, a young girl offers a fragrant flower, brightening a stranger's day

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The Protector is a merging of strength, power and the tenderness of love. He shelters and protects with his own life the fragility and innocence of new life.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The "Siblings" represents classic Thomas Blackshear. Two lovely children embracing. Big sister watching over and protecting her sibling.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The Storyteller shows love transcending age and linking one generation to the next. The Storyteller forges the vision of tomorrow with his stories and moral lessons of the past.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The Protector is a merging of strength, power and the tenderness of love. He shelters and protects with his own life the fragility and innocence of new life.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Communion with God through prayer is a universally powerful experience. in our search for understanding, strength and guidance, we open our hearts to God with prayer. To pray is to embrace God.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

I hope you enjoy this sketchbook and take the time to reflect on the feelings in my original sketches and the accompanying photographs of the finished figurines. In them, my visions become reality. Thomas Blackshear!

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The Storyteller Afghan

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

This fourth ornament in a series of six annual Christmas ornaments joyously heralds the coming of the King of Kings. Her golden wings and instrument commemorate the new millennium.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The second annual holiday commemorative ornament by Thomas Blackshear sings joyfully of the season. With angelic eyes looking towards Heaven, the purity of this angel's song and spirit will uplift all who hear his glad tidings.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Based on the artwork for Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions figurine, The Guardian, this plate reveals God's angel protecting and guiding two young children.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

"Take time to dream" advises Thomas Blackshear, "for to dream is to hope."

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Thomas Blackshear's annual holiday ornament is the third in a series of six angelic children. The angel's delicate hands nestle a dove, a symbol of peace and the spirit of God.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Savor the warmth of a sunny day in any season with Summer, The Blackshear Circle Members Only sculpture for 2000. Sculpted in Thomas Blackshear's graceful Afro-Nouveau tradition, Summer lifts one hand to hold back her dark tresses as they are stirred by a warm breeze. Smiling softly, her contented expression reflects the gentle joys of summer. This extraordinary sculpture was the second in a series of member-exclusive pieces honoring the blessings of each changing season. Summer is imprinted with the Members Only Series stamp and comes with a signed certificate of authenticity. Summer was available exclusively to year 2000 Blackshear Circle Club Members joining prior to December 31, 2000, but is no longer available through the manufacturer. Summer is sure to be a collectors showpiece.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Savor the warmth of a sunny day in any season with Summer, The Blackshear Circle Members Only sculpture for 2000. Sculpted in Thomas Blackshear's graceful Afro-Nouveau tradition, Summer lifts one hand to hold back her dark tresses as they are stirred by a warm breeze. Smiling softly, her contented expression reflects the gentle joys of summer. This extraordinary sculpture was the second in a series of member-exclusive pieces honoring the blessings of each changing season. Summer is imprinted with the Members Only Series stamp and comes with a signed certificate of authenticity. Summer was available exclusively to year 2000 Blackshear Circle Club Members joining prior to December 31, 2000, but is no longer available through the manufacturer. Summer is sure to be a collectors showpiece.

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The second year of The Ebony Visions Circle unfolds with Spring; the breathtaking members only sculpture for 1999. The embodiment of earth's renewal, Spring is the first in a four-part members only series honoring the seasons.

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These two share something magical. In this whimsical piece, Thomas Blackshear shows that true friendship knows no boundaries.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Based on the artwork by Thomas Blackshear for his Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions figurines, these porcelain plates are bordered in 24K gold and are hand-numbered. The issues are limited to an edition size of 7500 each

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Based on the artwork by Thomas Blackshear for his Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions figurines, these porcelain plates are bordered in 34K gold and are hand numbered. The issues are limited to an edition size of 7500 each.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Based on the artwork by Thomas Blackshear for his Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions figurines, these porcelain plates are bordered in 24K gold and are hand-numbered. The issues are limited to an edition size of 7500 each.

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Protector Tote Bag were Event Only Exclusives!

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Event Only Piece. Marching along in his colorful costume, Rudy Toot embodies the spirit of playfulness that resides in the heart of every child. As he plays his graceful ram's horn, carefree Rudy Toot finds pure happiness in making music. As artist Thomas Blackshear explains, "Rudy Toot represents joyfulness, freedom, and life from a child's point of view.".

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MAY EVENT PIECE ONLY (MAY 4-6). Kitty, carrying her own three little kittens, marches along to the lively music of the exuberant Blackshear Jamboree Parade. (7.25" tall)

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Thomas Blackshear's fifth annual Christmas ornament depicts a soulful angel tenderly holding a bright star as he brings glad tidings of great joy celebrating the birth of Jesus, so many years ago

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The devoted sisters we first met in Sisters Forever: In Childhood, now joyfully share their teenage secrets and excitement as they help each other prepare for a festive occasion.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Birdy and his flock of multicolored bird friends happily join the lively Blackshear Jamboree Parade to take part in this high-spirited celebration of the freedom and carefree joys of childhood

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The banner boy, revels in the procession that celebrates the imagination, wonder and carefree moments of childhood. With bells jingling on his colorful pants, Skeeter dances with happy abandon to the jubilant music and joyful laughter that surround him.

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Carrying a chicken named Cluck, barefoot Jay Jay is happy just being himself

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Grandmama's comforting arms encircle two of her young grandchildren as she shares her love and council

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Ms. Thang stops and leans over in a tantalizing pose designed to give the three girlfriends in Thomas Blackshear's Oh, No She Didn't! something to talk about.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Protected by a loving guardian angel, these devout children pray earnestly to God, trusting that He will hear and answer their prayers. They reflect the innocence and faith of children everywhere.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

On the top of the world, high above the crowd, this proud toddler enjoys the closeness and warmth of the father-son relationship at its best, even getting to wear his daddy's precious hat.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

There's nothing so satisfying to a little boy than springing a shocking surprise on an unsuspecting companion. In this classic encounter, Blackshear reminds us of a carefree childhood full of delightful possibilities and surprises.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Two delightful animal figurines, K9 and Monkeyshine, join the colorful Blackshear Jamboree Parade. The jubilant K9 enjoys the excitement and noise of the crowds, while an apprehensive Monkeyshine wishes the parade would slow down just a bit.

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A celebration of the special bond between a father and daughter.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

First Step portrays a mother's joyous price in her little one's accomplishments and her toddlers delight in a newfound ability.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Blackshear masterfully captures a woman's joyful expression of love for God as she sings her heartfelt praises.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Brought to his knees in a moment of deep emotion, a man is clearly overcome with love and devotion for the woman who stands before him

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

In a sacred rite of passage, a young man gratefully receives The Storyteller's time-honored walking stick, empowering him to carry on the tradition and retell the stories and moral lessons from the past, linking one generation to another.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The vision of Tender Touch is reflected in the strength and durability of the art piece itself. Taking the original sculpture, the female figure was cast of Legends Mixed Media bronze and then embedded in clear acrylic. The image of the male figure is presented as a relief within the optically perfect acrylic block to complete a stunning masterwork. In addition to the original 350 issued pieces there will be 25 Artist Proofs and 25 Gallery Proofs issued, bringing the total number of pieces to 400.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

As women do everywhere, three good friends meet to exchange daily news and gossip when they suddenly see a certain female walking down the other side of the street. Thomas Blackshear says, "We can only guess what that Ms.Thang has been up to!" Whatever it is, the girlfriends are scrutinizing her with disbelief and disapproval, and then, after much whispering, someone gasps, "Oh no, she didn't!"

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

As women do everywhere, three good friends meet to exchange daily news and gossip when they suddenly see a certain female walking down the other side of the street. Thomas Blackshear says, "We can only guess what that Ms.Thang has been up to!" Whatever it is, the girlfriends are scrutinizing her with disbelief and disapproval, and then, after much whispering, someone gasps, "Oh no, she didn't!"

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Reflecting Thomas Blackshear's own belief in God and his faith that God's love provides for all human needs, The Guardian depicts two young children as they bravely face the unknown world that lies before them. Filled with optimism and confidence founded in their deep and abiding faith, they take their first steps toward a promising but unforeseeable future. Their spiritual guardian angel compassionately enfolds the vulnerable children in his strong wings, always present, forever surrounding them with love and protection as they travel on their lifelong journeys.

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The first in the series symbolizing the birth of Christ -- this shepherd angel embraces his precious lamb reminding us all that the “Lamb of God” was God’s gift to us.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The Madonna depicts a classical love; the spiritual, unspoken love of unconditional acceptance and tenderness that a mother conveys to her child with a mere glance or touch

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

As the Music Maker offers her prayerful melody to the heavens, her graceful gown and flowing robe personify the wind and blend her elegant form with the phantom music of her flute.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Based on the artwork by Thomas Blackshear for his Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions figurines, these porcelain plates are bordered in 24K gold and are hand-numbered. The issues are limited to an edition size of 7500 each

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

In a sacred rite of passage, a young man gratefully receives The Storyteller's time-honored walking stick, empowering him to carry on the tradition and retell the stories and moral lessons from the past, linking one generation to another.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

In a moment of peaceful contemplation, a young man's imagination awakens.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

In this tale of flirtation and romance, a young woman has coyly dropped a flower from her basket to invite the attention of a handsome young man. Answering her invitation, he rescues the flower, and with smiling eyes, breathes deeply the rich fragrance

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Surrounding their infant with tenderness and love, the closeness of this new family is depicted in the parents' faces. The Family is an expression of unconditional love - a love that has no boundaries

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The Heirs Artist Proof #1 of 50 Lost in playful abandon, these future kings are free from the weight of the destiny that lays before them.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

These two share something magical. In this whimsical piece, Thomas Blackshear shows that true friendship knows no boundaries.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

A young boy looks up with awe and admiration, filled with respect for the powerful man called father. Hero depicts Thomas' ideal image of a father, strong and courageous, but also tender and loving

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

A happy double hug is one spontaneous and universal way for children to express their joy in life and their appreciation for one another through loving feelings that come straight from the hearts.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

As Thomas Blackshear's sixth and final ornament in the angels series, this precious little angel sleeping on a cloud reminds us all that all of our children, as they sleep in heavenly peace, are truly our "little angels"

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Three worshippers praise God in their own unique ways, showing the special relationships that all human beings have to their Heavenly Father.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Tami joins the Jamboree Parade with her tambourine companion Gypsy.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

This shepard angel embraces his precious lamb reminding us of God's gift to us all.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Secrets, games and special moments are richer when shared in the collective joy of best friends

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

"The Protector" is a merging of strength, power and the tenderness of love. He shelters and protects with his own life the fragility and innocence of new life.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Smiling broadly as she dances along, Gypsy radiates the pure, uninhibited joy that comes so naturally to children.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Adding her own jubilant sounds to the Blackshear Jamboree, Tootie plays a horn trimmed with gold.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Wintertime is highlighted with white and silver accents.As you can see, Winter strides across the autumn leaves, leaving her cloak of snow and ice behind her like a blanket.Winter's robe is lined with falling snowflakes, while her headdress is made of icy crystals that sparkle with captured light.Winter stands 12¼" tall.

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The relief Plaque. - The relief plaque is framed and measures 7½" by 8½", and it is designed to sit on an easel or hang on the wall. Harkening back to ancient stone sculpture.

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CHARTER CLUB PIN

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Ebony Visions first ever cold-cast porcelain ornament. Features the popular Madonna artwork.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

In a joyous celebration of Youth, Thomas Blackshear creates a festival and heartwarming collection with a fanciful childhood performance. Interlocking bases allow figures to be rearranged for display in any configuration, while new designs join the collection biannually and others retire yearly.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Grandmama's comforting arms encircle two of her young grandchildren as she shares her love and council

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

With a shy smile, a young girl offers a fragrant flower, brightening a stranger's day

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

With glad tidings, this soulful angel brings the message of the birth of Jesus. Limited Edition 750

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Warm breezes and fragrant flowers awaken the senses of this boy enchanted by the magic of spring. The Joys of Spring is dedicated to the master molder of the Ebony Visions Line, Brian Glasco. who passed away in March 2002. This was his final piece of work.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Ebony Visions sculptures and artwork can be enjoyed year round with this 12 month calendar honoring the work of Thomas Blackshear.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Forever a symbol of timeless beauty, the Ebony Visions logo elegantly represents Thomas Blackshear's Afro- Nouveau style. Limited to 3500 pieces

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Filled with courage to follow their hearts' desire, this couple challenges social constraints and reminds us that love has no color. Limited Edition to 3500

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Strong and confident, yet thoughtful with inner strength and gentle love, a proud man reveals the intensity of human expression.

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Little Major, the new Limited Edition event-only figurine from the Blackshear Jamboree Series. Event was held in October 2002.

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Tootie First Issue

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Ebony Visions Club Member Plaque

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The first in the series symbolizing the birth of Christ -- this shepherd angel embraces his precious lamb reminding us all that the “Lamb of God” was God’s gift to us.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The second annual holiday commemorative ornament by Thomas Blackshear sings joyfully of the season. With angelic eyes looking towards Heaven, the purity of this angel's song and spirit will uplift all who hear his glad tidings.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

This fourth ornament in a series of six annual Christmas ornaments joyously heralds the coming of the King of Kings. Her golden wings and instrument commemorate the new millennium.

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Coat of Many Colors Double Matted Print With Foil Overprint Application Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! Psalm 133:1

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The Storyteller shows love transcending age and linking one generation to the next. The Storyteller forges the vision of tomorrow with his stories and moral lessons of the past. Signed by Thomas Blackshear.

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Ebony Visions in Bas Relief

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SPRING TIME PLAQUE. Complementing this exquisite Spring figurine, Springtime Awakening recalls the art of stone sculpture as the 1999 gift of membership. The framed bas-relief plaque is designed to rest on an easel or hang on a wall.

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The 2003 spectacular Enchanted Piper members only sculpture is surrounded by colorfully dressed children, who dance and laugh with uninhibited joy, the Piper plays a cheerful tune on a wooden flute. The outstanding level of detail, sense of movement, and innocent delight portrayed in this piece is as irresistible to collectors as the Piper's music clearly is to the children around him. Standing 12 3/4" tall by 13 3/4" wide, this large, masterfully sculpted piece is sure to become the center of many Thomas Blackshear collections.

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Autumn, the exclusive Members Only figurine. This new sculpture by Thomas Blackshear is the third in a series of membership exclusive pieces personifying the unique joys of each season.2001 Member issue

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Blackshear masterfully captures a woman's joyful expression of love for God as she sings her heartfelt praises.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

An exuberant young girl releases a white dove to carry her personal message straight to the Heavenly Father. In Message to God, Thomas Blackshear depicts the close and intimate relationship between a child and her God, with an image so powerful that it can inspire all of us to renew our abiding faith in our Maker.

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Filled with courage to follow their hearts' desire, this couple challenges social constraints and remains us that love has no color Limited Edition to 3500

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With glad tidings, this soulful angel brings the message of the birth of Jesus. Limited Edition 750. In the Gallery Proof Edition the little boy's garment is a pearl white color. The regular editon color is blue.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Warm breezes and fragrant flowers awaken the senses of this boy enchanted by the magic of spring. The Joys of Spring is dedicated to the master molder of the Ebony Visions Line, Brian Glasco. who passed away in March 2002. This was his final piece of work.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

With glad tidings, this soulful angel brings the message of the birth of Jesus. Limited Edition 750. In the Gallery Proof Edition the little boy's garment is a pearl white color. The regular editon color is blue.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

Warm breezes and fragrant flowers awaken the senses of this boy enchanted by the magic of spring. The Joys of Spring is dedicated to the master molder of the Ebony Visions Line, Brian Glasco. who passed away in March 2002. This was his final piece of work.

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Honoring the Military Honoring those who serve our country, Thomas Blackshear released a rare exclusive, Skeeter Military Edition, for the "Still Serving" recognition month in September. Limited to an edition size of 2,200 pieces. Based on the popular Skeeter in The Blackshear Jamboree Parade.

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Few experiences in life equal the profound moment when both father and mother gaze down on the amazing child born from their deep love for each other. Thomas Blackshear recreates the purest of moments in his Bundle of Joy, as a newborn cuddles in the arms of his proud parents, whose faces glow with the spiritual joy in their hearts.

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Thomas Blackshear's Ebony Visions

The vision of Tender Touch is reflected in the strength and durability of the art piece itself. Taking the original sculpture, the female figure was cast of Legends Mixed Media bronze and then embedded in clear acrylic. The image of the male figure is presented as a relief within the optically perfect acrylic block to complete a stunning masterwork. In addition to the original 350 issued pieces there will be 25 Artist Proofs and 25 Gallery Proofs issued, bringing the total number of pieces to 400.