This is a wooden box onto which I sculpted a likeness of Esteban, my pet snail. I applied pulp to the lid, sculpted it, then allowed it to dry. Once it dried, I sanded it to get a very smooth surface. Finished with acrylic and matte sealant.
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Scylla Earls
June 22, 2010 at 4:14PM
Absolutely lovely!
Renee Parker
June 22, 2010 at 6:51PM
Thank you!
David Osborne
January 16, 2011 at 4:45PM
A pet snail???? Do you read it stories at bedtime??? Nice sculpting and a cute idea. Thanks for giving good descriptions.
Renee Parker
January 17, 2011 at 1:46AM
Lol- nope, he wouldn't sit still long enough. I could barely capture his likeness!
Joao Coias
January 27, 2013 at 6:01PM
Great artwork. Love this one(among others)...
Renee Parker
January 30, 2013 at 7:51PM
Thank you, Joao!
Tatyana Bushmanova
March 11, 2013 at 5:08AM
Very often I go to you and I admire the work.