Jadon was a little impatient after seeing Blue’s & Charlie’s progress. So, here we go again – 1st Step: Wire Brushing. Have the Proper Tools & Protection – Leather & Blue Nitrile Gloves, Various Sizes Wire Brushes, Dusting Brush, Blower, Protective Clothing, Knee Pads, Hat & Eye Wear. I start with the Jadon on his…
Category: Preservation
More Raptors!
Before we proceed with Alan’s makeover, let’s catch up with two of the other four in this group – Blue & Charlie! Jadon the 4th Raptor of this size will receive a unique color combination that I will start later. As with the other Dinosaurs, 1st Step: Wire Brushing. Have the Proper Tools & Protection…
Dinosaurs on Father’s Day!
What could be more Fun than Dinosaurs on Father’s Day? Father’s Day dates back to the Middle Ages celebration of Saint Joseph. In the early 20th Century it was Celebrated in the United States for the first time for non-religious purposes. The time of the year varies depending on the country. June seems to be…
The Newest Raptors at the Park!
As you remember from earlier posts May 3rd & 10th “Road Trip with Kevin the T-Rex Hatchling” & “Kevin at the Imperial Show”, six New Dinosaurs joined the Park in early May. Four of the six are Raptors! These are larger than the two little guys from Nipomo, California Miners that came to the Park…
Spike’s Final Touch Ups & Dinosaur Eggs!
We left Spencer aka “Spike” with ideas to add more color to his Sail. Cobalt Metallic was added to one side of the sail ribs and some spots. Still not loving it I tried the Hammered Light Blue to a couple of ribs and spots. In the end we decided less is more and refinished…
More about the Spinosaurus & Spike!
In 1910 a German Aristocrat, Ernest Stromer headed to North Africa in search of Dinosaurs. He and his assistants discovered a large sample of fossils, many were new dinosaur species. One of these was the gargantuan Dinosaur – Spinosaurus! Crocodile like skull and what appeared to be a sail along its back. Unfortunately, these fossils…
“Spike” the Spinosaurus
Spinosaurus the Largest Carnivore? I did some research on Wikipedia. There are a number of more recent studies that suggest calculations of Spinosaurus size were over estimates. There are only fragmentary remains of this Dinosaur. As more discoveries are made the gaps that have been estimated are revised. Current belief based on 2018 studies is…
Finishing the Raptors & More Fun Facts
Now it’s time for the final color additions to these Raptors before clear coating. The Mouth and Claws were masked around using blue tape and left-over plastic bags (always repurpose & recycle). I start with an edging of blue tape to outline the details I wish to paint. Then using more tape to attach the…
Raptors, Feathers & Color
We left off with these Raptors in a beautiful Gold & Grey-Green color after rinsing the Acid Wash and allowing time to completely dry. As I mentioned last week, I like this look and will incorporate it as a final finish for the body color with a couple of future Raptors to join the Park. …
Raptors & Antarctic Dinosaurs
It’s time to paint the newest additions to the Park. The two little Raptors and “Spike” the Spinosaurus. We’ll discuss “Spike’s” makeover separately, but you may see him in the background in some of the pictures. Also, Teresa is not finished getting additional Splashes of Color. The weather has been off and on rainy lately. …