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Giraffe takes shape!

It’s been awhile since I posted any progress on the papier-mâché giraffe sculpture I’ve been working on. Last time, I showed the wooden armature with paper padding to bulk it out and form the “musculature”, but it looks quite a lot different now. I’ve added some detail to the body and head, as well as… Continue reading Giraffe takes shape!

Published December 5, 2011
Categorized as Dr. Steampunk Airships Tagged airships, dr., giraffe, shape!, steampunk, takes

Taking shape

Taking shape 12 Oct Now, over the top of the armature that you’ve already seen, I begin to add paper twisted into rolls in order to flesh out the neck of the giraffe. By doing this, I’m imitating the musculature of the giraffe’s neck. The twists are first reinforced by wrapping with masking taped, then… Continue reading Taking shape

Published October 12, 2011
Categorized as Dr. Steampunk Airships Tagged airships, dr., shape!, steampunk, taking

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