Another satisfying afternoon continuing on my diorama. This time, concentrating on making 'bricks' for the exterior.
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Cutting the 'bricks' for the exterior. These are made from egg cartons.
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After this, each corner of the brick is cut off ever so tiny so that it gives a more realistic look when glued on the diorama.
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Colouring the 'bricks' with soft pastels until i get the shades i want.
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The 'bricks' are then affixed to the diorama box
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A 'spacer' is used to ensure level placement of the bricks and an even space to 'grout' later to complete the job.
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Row upon row....
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Close up of the 'bricks'. Egg cartons are fabulous for this!
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Corner shot
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Taking shape. VERY time consuming... preparation of these bricks and affixing took 3 hours, but VERY satisfying :-)
Wow, looks great, I think! I love to use this material for making stones also. But also very time consuming!
ReplyDeleteThanks! :-) yes it is VERY time consuming i agree...but i'm thrilled with how it's coming out for a first effort! Well worth it indeed!
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