A quick flower design was drawn on each side of the EPS block and cutting began. Then my new hot cutting wire came apart and was sent back to the supplier for repair. I also bought from them another cutter as back-up. But it is a slow process; the cutter can't be rushed and I need to step back now and again to look and think about the model.
I did try to remove some material by using a soldering iron. Not a good idea. This burns the EPS, which gives off deadly fumes.
I did try to remove some material by using a soldering iron. Not a good idea. This burns the EPS, which gives off deadly fumes.
This is where I got to a couple of days ago. It is all made up, not modelled on a specific flower. The top or head is much too heavy and large. It was a fine, calm day so I was able to work outside. This made quite a difference as I didn't have to worry too much about the fumes.
The idea is to submit this model to the Mellis Flower Show in July.
The idea is to submit this model to the Mellis Flower Show in July.
For many years I have toyed with the idea of making a model of Pedro. I've gone from 2D to 3D animation to fully jointed model and now back to a fixed model. This is being made using Super Sculpey, which will be baked to make it hard. It can then be filed and sanded into shape. When all the parts have been modelled I will use it to make a mold from which I can produce some Pedro's in silicone rubber. At this point I need to get a better likeness before it's baked.
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