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Artist Matthew Simmonds creates miniature sculptures that are meticulously carved out of stone and marble. As a trained stonemason, Simmonds focuses on architectural stone carving with a special interest in sacred architecture. His small-scale artworks are self-described ‘internal worlds’ and each one of the pieces explores themes such as the play of light and shadow […]
Designing a vignette is a great way to group together some of your favorite things, adding a personal touch to your home. Not sure where to
We are lucky enough to travel to Telford in the UK this year for the 2012 IPMS Scale Model World show – the largest in the United Kingdo...
Robert Capa (1913-1954) Drivers from the French ambulance corps near the front, waiting to be called (Italy, 1944) Original album – Italy. Cassino Campaign. W.W.II. © 2001 By Cornell Capa, Agentur...
Mannequin test dummies from post WW II Nevada atomic test sites.
Throughout this year I have been developing my skill at sculpting, this began with some humble additions to existing figures to more recently attempting to change the entire look of a miniature, the general impetus for which has been to bring the existing Perry figures into the early 1500's for my French and Tudor armies. As a result I've created some rather unique figures. They take a while to do as essentially I will keep at something - an shoulder, arm or whatever - until I feel it's right, thus with each figure I further my abilities and learn some methods or tricks along the way, what works and what doesn't. I'm in no rush either so they quietly develop at a slow pace in the background, I've found it's also a break from painting as well as in itself inspiring me to paint so it's win win. This small offering of 3 figures has been worked upon over the last few months. These are additions to my existing missile foot which, if you compare you can see the development of the sculpting from start to now, you can see how I sculpted the previous missile foot figures here. In this base I experimented with representing a Swiss and an Italian, or rather, those were my influences while sculpting. There's also a French chap there too. Here I began with the French chap, then Italian and then Swiss, just across those 3 you can see a modest progress in my ability. It is all trial and error, anyone can do it, you've just got to start. First up is a French inspired arquebusier; I sculpted this one quite some time ago so he's fairly modest in comparison to the others. This sculpt involved cutting and filing the livery jacket off the plastic figure then re-sculpting the top of the hose and creating a cod piece. In addition I then added the points for fastening, shirt pulled through at the bottom and puffed up the shoulders. I'm fairly happy with it, I later mastered puffed shoulders with the Swiss figure below and perhaps a bare head with cloth cap may have worked better but he'll pass muster. Next we have an Italian inspired sculpt; In creating this figure I felt I crossed a threshold in my ability, as essentially I had to sculpt all of the clothing using a Perry Ansar as my starting point; To begin I cut then filed away the loincloth, I then sculpted the shirt, using the existing necklace as the shirt collar, this worked quite well. Following that I added the base coat, shoes, arms (both also from the Ansar sprue) and finally the head. This was an Ansar head to which I added hair and a cloth cap. I cut an arquebus in half and glued to the arm. I'm not too sure about the position of the left arm but not bad overall, there's some good movement in this one and I was particularly pleased with the voluminous shirt sleeves. Finally the Swiss inspired Crossbowman; This is perhaps my favourite yet. As with the first I began by filing away then re-building the waist, I didn't quite file enough of the rear but not bad nonetheless. The torso began with the undershirt, then the doublet with eyelet fastening showing on the top right and finally the arms and beard. One key advance here was a tremendous tip; use e45 for moisture rather than water. It helps to have some moisture as you go to keep the flow of the putty pushing and to help achieve the forms you are trying to create, whilst it is possible with water the use of e45 or petroleum jelly just makes it a whole lot easier, you need the tiniest amount, minuscule even but it will honestly revolutionise what you're doing and make it a lot easier. So here's the complete base, a rag tag bunch just right for French adventuriers with mercenary tag alongs; Here they are with the rest of their unit, the basing of each stand is on the notion of their engagement in fire and manoeuvre, I'm not sure if that is perhaps a modern tactical application but it looks good for skirmishers. Apologies for the quality of these photographs, my digital SLR died last week, a very sad occasion, suggestions on a good mid range replacement are most welcome. These chaps require a suitable command base for which I have made initial progress upon, here's a sneak preview; I chose an at ease pose for this build, he will stand next to the standard bearer and either another crossbowman or possibly a halberd armed chap. That's all for now, just 3 figures but progress nonetheless and some momentum with the green stuff, it gets easier with practice, Picasso says it better; 'Inspiration exists, but it has to find us working'. All the best Stuart
You're kidding. Me shopping? Yes I've been out and about shopping with you in mind--my readers, my friends, my neighbors, my sisters, my dealer friends, my clients, and of course moi. Here are some of my one-of-a-kind finds. I'll show the purchases and then give you ideas about how I would display/use them. If you've been following me, you know I have many obsessions, books being one of them, and those with marbleized pages are one of my favorites. These are very weathered, which is a look I like, and no, I didn't rip them apart. Another obsession is architectural fragments. This is a corbel. I can only imagine the fantastic building it was once part of. They can stand alone on a shelf, or substitute for a bookend. And, here's my vignette idea for you to steal Or, if you live in the DC area you can purchase one or all of these vintage finds. For now, local pick up only. (prices below) I added an artichoke candle. You just as easily could have added some key tassels in place of the artichoke, like this: (source) Or, add an orb like this seed ball. (source) Please check back. I'm still shopping. More "finds" in my next post. Kathy Prices: Corbel $40, marbleized books $18 each, artichoke candle $6. +tax
Hi Everyone! We hope you are having a great week! Today we wanted to share a simple table vignette. I love the yellow with the black table. The colors are perfect for spring. We decided to put a empty basket on the bottom to keep it simple (for now). We love all the Tuscan style canisters. We always like to change things up and we are really liking some new bold colors right now, especially for spring. It is fun to make a simple change like bringing a different color into a room! I really love these berries and how they hang down the vase. Ok this rooster has a little of a mean face but he is one of my favorites! haha! I love the print on him for something a little different. We filled the vase with artichokes and put the hanging berries in it. . This winter is really dragging on for us, we can't wait for the warmer weather! We have some projects we want to get into eventually but are having a hard time staying motivated! Do the long winter days get to anyone else? We hope you all have a great weekend! Thanks for stopping by! Joining: Feathered Nest Friday The Charm of Home Flaunt it Friday
Two figures by Jeff Shiu on the small vignette base. Tempera paints, the base is self made.
If you are looking for some Spring Time Vignette Ideas you are in the right place! You are going to love the inspiration that you find here! CREATE! ENJOY!
Gerard Klein Hofmeijer, Artisan is a native of Utrecht, replicates historic buildings, houses, garden vignettes and 3D facades.
Today was a really good day. Hannah came through town, and we spent a few hours doing our favorite bonding activities...eating Mexican food and shopping. LOVE YOU, Hanny! When I got home, I snapped a few photos of another finished part of the living room...the north front corner, where there is one of the gray Ikea shelves, and the $5 French chair. The black art piece above the chair was on clearance at Ross...it was a bit damaged, but nothing a little black acrylic couldn't fix. I think it was 8.99...and it is one of the few new things I bought for this room. The yard stick on the right is one Hannah and I spotted at an estate sale last spring. It was a buck. Big spender, I know. The shelves are probably 15 years old, maybe older. They have been painted a couple of times. The chair was a thrift store find a while back. I painted the frame and the upholstered seat in Annie Sloan French Linen paint. (The seat cushion paint was considerably watered down.) I must say, it has worn very well. I didn't wax it, either. (The frame was waxed, not the cushion.) It is soft, and it covered well. Then, I ripped it. During a garage sale, we brought some things inside and sat them in the chair. (I think it was some clothing we decided not to get rid of.) I thought it was just soft things, but there was a piece of iron in there, so when I sat on them, it ripped through the fabric. ASCP is a GREAT option for upholstery that is in good condition, but rather soiled or not a good color. I wish I had purchased a quart for my $1.50 sofa makeover, but then again, it would have cost about $42... Anyway, I figured out a way to do a quick fix... It was so simple, I feel like it's almost cheating! This was my inspiration from Pinterest: Via If anyone wants me to post a tutorial on my quickie version, let me know. Anyone care to guess what scripture prompted this vignette? Here is another clue: The shelf above is all thrifted except for three items; I made the moss balls with components from Hobby Lobby, the tiny empty pocket watch frame (a gift that is waiting for a photo) ...and my King James Bible, which was given to me in 3rd grade by the church across the street from my house. I keep it open to this scripture in my living room. I had fun with this shelf, too. It is all thrifted, except for the wasp nest, which I found at a former house. It's really old! They're amazingly strong. The rock on the right hand side is a piece of soap stone from my college art school days. The "mirrors" are more faux antique ones from picture frames. Books are old reader's digest ones from Marilou's garage sale. Even the antler is from a garage sale this summer. I am having so much fun with this revision! I get to unpack all my "treasures" and live with them. More vintage books, croquet balls and orbs from a thrift store. The small wire basket is a recent .57c find. See the ratty leather doctor's bag? It's so cool, part of it was damaged in a fire, I think, but the inside is pristine. I think I'm going to list it on Etsy. Ten bucks, and it can be yours... On the left side is a vintage metal file box...I bought it years ago for a buck, I think. I painted it a chartreuse/mustard color about 10 years ago. I decided it might work in this room, but I wanted to strip most of the paint off. Last weekend, I put a coat of CitriStrip on it, and let it do it's thing. Love the latch and handle...see how the thin coat of CitriStrip started working? Just what I wanted. Here it is today... Thanks for following along...more vignettes are coming! Stop by tomorrow for Thrifty Life Thursday Link Party, and bring all your good junk. :) Word for the Day: Psalm 91:9-10 Because you have made the Lord your dwelling place—the Most High, who is my refuge— 10 no evil shall be allowed to befall you, no plague come near your tent. 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My formula for making beautiful tabletop vignettes. Use them for seasonal decorating, or year round decor. You don't want to miss how easy it is.
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Vignettes has been known for its’ glamorous style and highly defined settings of romantique, French-inspired home and garden décor. Through the years the shop has focused on tracking down the most one-of-a-kind, show-stopping finds and then merchandising these grand pieces of the past, into irresistible, must-have displays. Vignettes is located at: 4828 Newport Avenue, San Diego, CA 92107. 619.222.9244 | OPEN DAILY visit our website at: http://www.VignettesAntiques.com
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Richard and Patricia Hewlings live in the Fens, the district known as the Holy land of England. Their house is a flat-fronted, red brick farmhouse with a pretty Georgian doorcase, and an older wing jettying out into what was once the farmyard at the rear. It's known locally as 'Big Old House.' There's a dairy
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