tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post131020868213828106..comments2023-08-02T03:13:25.814-07:00Comments on Miniature Endeavors: Steam Punk [Art Nouveau?] Window ProgressAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08788114419636217881noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post-54564961725983834122015-06-01T16:48:29.785-07:002015-06-01T16:48:29.785-07:00Hey Giac!
The butterfly thing seems to be the gen...Hey Giac!<br /><br />The butterfly thing seems to be the general consensus, which is funny, because it was the farthest thing from my mind during the build! But it is a fortunate circumstance, because "the butterfly" is also one of those Steampunk icons...someone must be watching over me! <br /><br />Thanks Giac!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08788114419636217881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post-57131339795828874932015-06-01T05:23:09.586-07:002015-06-01T05:23:09.586-07:00Hello Doug,
I love the windows. they wake me think...Hello Doug,<br />I love the windows. they wake me think of Monarch butterflies. they are beautifully crafted and look amazing. Well done!<br />Big hug,<br />GiacGiachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04823654482564548862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post-50155666640351494102015-05-23T16:06:38.629-07:002015-05-23T16:06:38.629-07:00Illona, I am ecstatic that you are back in the sad...Illona, I am ecstatic that you are back in the saddle! I've missed you! Your blog has been very quiet for you! I'm excited to see where you will head next. <br /><br />I guess the windows do have a bit of the butterfly influence in them! I can see that in them now that it is pointed out. Just as long as they don't fly off now that I have them near completion, I will be happy. <br /><br />Elizabeth says you need to call your muse Mojo...maybe he'll return then. :0) I hope your surgery went well and you are feeling better now. <br /><br />Glad to have you back "online"! <br /><br />Doug Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08788114419636217881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post-78464237599395865372015-05-23T11:19:39.969-07:002015-05-23T11:19:39.969-07:00Hi Doug! I hear you thinking: oh no, she is back a...Hi Doug! I hear you thinking: oh no, she is back again, hahaha ;O!! <br />Okay, seriously now: I don't think your windows are beautiful, no, because they are really marvellous, just like the others said :D! They are unique, so, of course it took you so much time to create them, but I'll comforting you.......no one has this kind of windows ;)! And I fully agree with Elisabeth: when I first saw them I thought that they reminded me of butterflies too........they are simply beautiful!<br />I've been out the blog world for about 4 weeks and I know what you mean with your muse.......I've lost mine too due the circumstances, but I think......I've got it back and I'll go with the flow ;)!<br />Wishing you a nice weekend.<br />Ilona Ilonahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01325745983964748534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post-6292194690560649102015-05-23T04:39:08.406-07:002015-05-23T04:39:08.406-07:00Hi Vivian! I am so glad you like the windows! Do...Hi Vivian! I am so glad you like the windows! Don't tell anyone, but there are some times I wish I WAS building a kit house, because what I am doing takes so much mental energy. . . then again, I am the type that "needs" to push my mental boundaries, so perhaps it is fortunate that I didn't start with a kit. I think "coloring in the lines" would also have it's own stresses for me! But I have seen some absolutely gorgeous kit houses...of course I always like the ones that run in the 1000 dollar range. . . curse it all! Our new miniature shop here in the Edmonds, Washington area (CJN Miniatures) has a partially built kit house needing a little TLC (used) that I have been very tempted to pick up for that "future project". Like I have a place to put it! This "little" project I am already committed to has taken over the house...Dining Room, Bedroom, Garage, occasionally the kitchen! ...my poor, eternally patient wife. She deserves a medal! <br /><br />I haven't shed too many tears so far. . . :0) Bloody, sweaty, those I will grant. . . I hope that the Manor continues to bring you pleasure as it progresses! I know building it does for me. <br /><br />Thanks Vivian!<br /><br />Doug Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08788114419636217881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post-36627265419521491352015-05-23T04:10:54.191-07:002015-05-23T04:10:54.191-07:00Hey Pepper! You got it! On both counts!
I never...Hey Pepper! You got it! On both counts!<br /><br />I never think about the complexity of a design until AFTER I figure out what I want. Then I complain. It's just my way! It is just so much fun! :0) <br /><br />Having selected the "Steampunk" genre as a theme for this house pretty much forces me into a "unique and hand crafted" solution. . . so no pats on the back! :0) I find that a two edged sword. I am learning so much that I will take into the future, so that is truly exciting...the back side of that business is that it challenges me greatly to come up with stuff. . . scary! <br /><br />It's time to go find that pain in the butt muse and get going on the next project. Wish me luck! <br /><br />Thanks Pepper! Doug <br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08788114419636217881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post-60347207185916929962015-05-23T04:02:48.776-07:002015-05-23T04:02:48.776-07:00Hi Elizabeth! I am not too disturbed the the &quo...Hi Elizabeth! I am not too disturbed the the "Art Nouveau" look of the windows, since I am totally in love with the Art Nouveau design movement. I've always loved the "unusual" yet beautiful and almost pseudo natural curves (definitely NOT natural!) and unexpected decorative flourishes that the movement produced. Some of it is a bit too much even for me, but most of it I love, love, love!<br /><br />My "style" for this build is by definition Eclectic. . . but I am also finding that I am drawing a lot from the Art Nouveau look, since I think it so perfectly represents the "unique" vibe of Steam Punk. <br /><br />I am glad you feel that the exterior is developing a "presence" since that is what I am hoping for! Always nice to confirm that what I think about a design is what someone else is reading...:0) <br /><br />So.."Mojo" is his name? Well darn it all! I've been calling my muse everything except that. . . maybe that is the problem! :0) <br /><br />Good Luck on your prep for the West Coast Miniatures show! That is just around the corner about now! Sending best wishes for your muse to stay focused! <br /><br />Doug Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08788114419636217881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post-73388971598166308172015-05-23T00:55:29.583-07:002015-05-23T00:55:29.583-07:00Hi Doug, wonderful work as usual. I think the win...Hi Doug, wonderful work as usual. I think the windows are marvellous. You would never see anything like that in a kit house. It is easy to put a room/house together when everything has been made for you - but the detailing, blood, sweat and tears that go into making everything yourself (as you do) is to be commended. I love this build as you know, but each and every detail that comes from you just adds to the charm of your gorgeous manor.<br />All the best<br />Vivian<br />Vivian Foxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13294995670302754968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post-79866844767572222332015-05-23T00:21:39.237-07:002015-05-23T00:21:39.237-07:00Ah, that sneaky muse is a pain in the butt sometim...Ah, that sneaky muse is a pain in the butt sometimes. There are a lot of components to those windows so it's no wonder it takes time to complete. They are unique and hand crafted so you deserve a pat on the back for that alone =0)Pepperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16777217200629685759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1395948001151366958.post-62566798312613020572015-05-22T22:53:33.555-07:002015-05-22T22:53:33.555-07:00Hi Doug! I must agree with your comment about the...Hi Doug! I must agree with your comment about the windows looking Art Nouveau. When I first saw them I thought that they reminded me of butterflies. They are Very Handsome windows with Marvelous Detail so I hope that that doesn't throw you off. AND I really like the way that you have bulked them up with the detail just under them and the shields. It gives the exterior Presence and the butterflies More Masculinity!. I'm Loving the way your Exterior is developing and don't worry about how fast or slow you go. That has always been the nature of this hobby. Sometimes Mojo is in town and sometimes Mojo is taking a vacation and doesn't know when he will be back. <br /> You just have to go with the flow :D<br /><br />elizabethelizabeth shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09042037455600427075noreply@blogger.com