Head: Iplehouse FID Isabel | NS
Body: FID curvy, medium bust
Year: 2019
Wig: Fatiao 5-6
Eyes: Glib oval glass blue 6mm
Painted by ResinRapture
Tiny humanoid
Judith Hofer, née Amstaedter
During Gideon’s residency at an equine medical center he and vet tech Judith Amstaedter were assigned to work on the same team. On their first day of working together they simultaneously tried to calm a nervous horse down in Hutterite language, which was not only hilarious but the start of a special relationship between Gideon and Judith. They spent a lot of time together, fell in love and got married when he finished his residency.
And they have a lot more in common than their love for animals. Both were born into Hutterite colonies, albeit different ones. Both are not particularly religious, and both fought for their decision to leave the community and go to college. But even though they are happy to make a life for themselves in the outside world both miss the lifestyle and the close-knit community. While Gideon is still welcome in his colony since he looks after their livestock, Judith’s home is far away and her family is a lot less forgiving.
Judith’s personality is an interesting mix of confidence, strength, insecurity and ingenuity. She is more pragmatic about certain aspects of life outside the colony than Gideon. Like actually sending out vet bills or organizing the office. Gideon still treats most of the life stock in his home colony in exchange for fresh food or free of charge. But the world outside is not a commune, and Judith knows that they have to toughen up to survive. She has good people skills and can be firm, stubborn or sensitive according to what is needed.
Judith has a talent for technical stuff and maths. Fixing equipment, organizing appointments or calculating dosages is something she likes to do. In addition to blood testing and lab work, changing bandages and managing the office Judith started to sell health care products for horses and dogs. She set up a small shop with diet food, grooming supply and all kinds of items horse owners from the nearby stables need. A lot of horse owners just pop in to have a chat and buy some treats. It’s a lot of extra work, but Judith loves the company.
But there are things that frighten her. It worries her that she has to look after herself in a way she never would have needed if she had stayed in the commune. Sometimes it makes her anxious to think about how to provide for the kids she wants to have or what to do when she gets old or can’t work. Judith tries to keep those thoughts to herself, but Gideon knows exactly how she feels.
As confident as Judith is at her work, self-image doesn’t entirely depend on professional success. Judith is quite insecure about her appearance. Modest and plain dresses are what she grew up with, and old habits are hard to shake. She admires Ludivine for her sense of style and asked her for help, but wearing clothes she loves on Ludivine herself makes her feel inappropriately dressed. Judith loves sewing and knitting, she makes most of her clothes herself.
Judith likes the plain vet scrubs, but she still wears long skirts or dresses at home. She knows people think she’s a bit odd, but at least she doesn’t feel uncomfortable about wearing her hair uncovered and open any longer. And being with Gideon helps a lot. He understands – and he thinks she’s beautiful even in a mud stained overall.
As usual, I really like her story. I was hoping to see more of the curvy body, but obviously her character isn't one to wear pants and her full skirts hide her curves. Did you paint her faceup? She looks a lot like my default Isabel but somehow Judith's makeup looks softer. I like her better with the softer look.
Thank you 🙂 I can take some curvy body pictures just for you. The dress you crocheted fits her perfectly. I did paint her- three times, actually. I was almost afraid I wouldn't be able to bond with her or find the right face for her. Quite frustrating. She does look a bit like the default Isabel, I gave her similarly strong eyebrows and a bit of blush on the nosebridge – the brows actually suit her features best. She was supposed to look vulnerable and strong at the same time- and she needs a lot of color with the dark hair. And her eyes are really very small.
Well, you did a wonderful job with her, so don't attempt to fix anything. I like her brows, her lips, her eyes, the cheek color…I think she's perfect.
Thank you. I like this third attempt, so I won't change her face again. Maybe her hair. I have a very short bob wig that suits her even better, but it wouldn't work with her story.
I love her story. You have a gift for writing. And many more. 🙂
And you painted her so beautifully! I like her style, she looks great in those outfits.
Thank you, that's very kind of you. I find it easier to bond with the dolls if they have a story. The curvy body is so lovely and feminine that it's probably a shame to hide it 🙂
Well, I think those outfits don't hide her beuty. They complement it perfectly.
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