JOE GOODE

 When you bring up the Joe Goode Greys, you are actually touching on two very different "legends." Depending on who you ask, you're either talking about haunting West Coast art or world-class fighting birds.

Here is the breakdown of both:

1. The Artist: Joe Goode’s "Grey" Clouds

In the art world, Joe Goode is a titan of the Los Angeles Pop Art and Light and Space movements. While he is famous for his milk bottles, his "Grey" works—specifically the Grey Folded Clouds and Torn Sky series from the 1970s—are among his most evocative.

• The Aesthetic: These aren't just paintings of clouds; they are meditations on perception. He often used muted, atmospheric greys to create a sense of "vague space."

• The Technique: In 1971, he produced a famous set of lithographs like Grey Folded Clouds. He would often "tear" or layer the paper/canvas to reveal a different sky underneath, suggesting that what we see (the grey, overcast reality) is just a thin veil over something else.

• The Vibe: It’s "California Cool" meets existentialism. It captures that specific Los Angeles feeling of looking at a smoggy or overcast horizon and wondering about the depth of the space behind it.

2. The Legend: Joe Goode Grey Gamefowl

If you’re coming from the world of animal husbandry or heritage poultry, the "Joe Goode Greys" refers to a legendary bloodline of gamefowl (roosters) developed by Joe Goode, a renowned breeder from Texas.

• The Reputation: These birds are famous for being "deadly" and "smart." They are known for their speed, high-breaking ability, and a distinctive grey/silver plumage.

• The Pedigree: The Joe Goode Grey is often crossed with other famous lines like Kelsos or Sweaters. In the world of gamefowl breeding, owning a "Pure Joe Goode Grey" is considered a mark of elite status because of the line's decades-long history of winning in the pits (historically) and in show competitions today.

• Global Reach: While they started in the southern US, these Greys are now massive in the Philippines and Mexico, where breeders treat the Joe Goode name with the same reverence art collectors treat a Picasso.