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The Wind in the Willows
Miniature study based on the classic novel "The Wind in the Willows". This miniature is modeled after the River Rat's riverside home in the story. All design and fabrication was carried out by Leela Hoerschelmann.
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Base Structure carved from insulation foam
Built up sides of river with spray foam, joint compound on inside for muddy texture

Paper mache over whole structure to seal foam

Base paint layer over whole structure, followed by texture spray

Face of house made from stained balsa, wired throughout house with wire lights, added moss details around windows

Hand placed river rocks covered with a gallon of deep pour resin
Fabrication Process
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