xwingyoda Posted September 5, 2006 I was really saddened yesterday to learn the unexpected and sudden death of our beloved Steve Irwin. Therefore I wanted to create a homage thread through his quotes and my Crocodile Hunter diorama MOC. As always feel free to post your comments, criticisms and thoughts. First I would like to start with that fantastic Steve quote: Crikey, mate. You're far safer dealing with crocodiles and western diamondback rattlesnakes than the executives and the producers and all those sharks in the big MGM building. Now lets explore my Crocodile Hunter diorama MOC. First let me present you the cast of the show: Steve and Terri Irwin and of course Suey the dog. While Steve is out to look at the magnificent wildlife, Terri and Suey stayed in the dingy. Gorgeous !! What a little beauty !! This snake is cranky. Snakes strike as a defence mechanism. You�re alright mate. The capture and relocation of crocodiles, we take very seriously. This is what its all about, returning crocodiles to the wild, where they belong. Crikey, I love my crocodiles. Steve, you are already missed mate !! Once again, many thanks for your brilliant contributions on wildlife preservation and teachings *sweet* !! Rest in Peace. ;-) I shall let Steve finish this thread with some great quotes. *yoda* I believe that education is all about being excited about something. Seeing passion and enthusiasm helps push an educational message. I've probably saved thousands of peoples' lives with my educational message on snake bites, how to get in around venomous anything. When I talk to the camera, mate, it's not like I'm talking to the camera, I'm talking to you because I want to whip you around and plunk you right there with me. I have no fear of losing my life - if I have to save a koala or a crocodile or a kangaroo or a snake, mate, I will save it. Every cent we earn from Crocodile Hunter goes straight back into conservation. Every single cent. See, I've always seen Jacques Cousteau as a hero, mate. He's a legend - like my dad, just a legend. And so what he did for conservation in the '60s through the '70s was just phenomenal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
captaintau Posted September 5, 2006 That's all excellent, Yoda. Nice one! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paradosis Posted September 5, 2006 Thanks, that really made me smile :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DoubleT Posted September 5, 2006 Great work Yoda.. It have really captured Irwin like he was *SS* I took the liberty to mainpage it, well done... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Asuka Posted September 5, 2006 This is really a good way to remember him and a good work too. I can see how much you are missing him and i feel sorry for your loss. It Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UltraPrime Posted September 5, 2006 Excellent work. A great homage to an incredible man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robiwan Posted September 5, 2006 A great work and a good way of memory to Steve Irwin *y* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alex54 Posted September 5, 2006 I find this great to make an homage for people like Steve Irwin who takes care of our earth that too many people break down... Ho, and good work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord Thrawn Posted September 5, 2006 A very nice way of showing your remembrance. Well built, and the spirit is there. Great job, and we'll all rembember Steve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CopMike Posted September 5, 2006 Well done yoda *sweet* He was a special guy with a gripping way of showmanship and deserves his place in the TV Hall of Fame *y* copmike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeMI6 Posted September 5, 2006 Loving the work Yoda. The best way to pay homage. Nuff said. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zarkan Posted September 5, 2006 Great diorama, yoda. I like the way you made the sand banks. Too bad about the occasoin, though. :-( We'll miss you Steve... ~~END~~ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ras 74 Posted September 5, 2006 Nice moc. The regular "smilie-head" really capture Steve at his best. The luke torso does the job good as well. I will make my own "Steve" in your way asap. He was a living legend many people says, just wait and see what status this will gain his work and name. -Ras- Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xwingyoda Posted September 5, 2006 The luke torso does the job good as well. What torso ? :-P Its the mechanic torso ;-) Also on a side note, I tried Luke's hair but it was too "flat", the long hair really looked way better and added nicely to his character/personality ;-) And tks to all your nice comments, I did my best to capture at best Steve's great personality !! He really deserved a special homage IMO ;-) *yoda* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ImperialJohn Posted September 5, 2006 What a great tribute to Steve *wub* And he really deserve one. So sad that his *Energy* will no longer be here. A true master of his field. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Josh120 Posted September 6, 2006 I find this great to make an homage for people like Steve Irwin who takes care of our hearth that too many people break down...Ho, and good work! One heck of a typo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starwars4J Posted September 6, 2006 I find this great to make an homage for people like Steve Irwin who takes care of our hearth that too many people break down... Ho, and good work! One heck of a typo. Not a big deal *sad* Great MOC, the fig perfectly captures his spirit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kahgarak Posted September 6, 2006 Great minifig of him!And the quotes are cool. RIP Steve Irwin *sad* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alex54 Posted September 6, 2006 One heck of a typo. I don't see any mistake X-D ! (I check out the H! :-D ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kikuichimonji Posted September 6, 2006 One heck of a typo. I don't see any mistake X-D ! (I check out the H! :-D ) And what about your avatar and title :-D Seriously though, nice job Yoda. RIP Steve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xwingyoda Posted September 6, 2006 And what about your avatar and title :-D What an unfortunate coincidence X-O :-P *yoda* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blitzkrieg Posted September 6, 2006 *y* Top Job *y* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hobbes Posted September 6, 2006 I find this great to make an homage for people like Steve Irwin who takes care of our hearth that too many people break down...Ho, and good work! One heck of a typo. Because? Hearse on the other hand would be... an "unfortunate" typo... then again, you'd have to make a lot of typos to get there from earth... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alex54 Posted September 6, 2006 And what about your avatar and title :-D I really don't understand... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hobbes Posted September 6, 2006 And what about your avatar and title :-DI really don't understand... He was killed by a stingray and your avatar/title is also a ray breed... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
