I choose to finish my dinosaurs by painting. “Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder” You have many options. Leave “As Is” – Natural. Depending on the condition when adopted, you may have many years before rust creates serious damage. I would recommend a clear coat (flat, gloss or high gloss) to reduce the speed of…
Month: November 2015
Dinosaur Detectives
Dinosaurs are very intelligent and great problem solvers. They are patient and have keen observation skills making them prefect Detectives. On a chilly evening, Alex and I enjoy a suspenseful Murder Mystery. As the clues are presented, which one of us will solve the “Who Done It” first? Please make comments in CONTACT tab Thank…
Halloween at the Park
Halloween was a Fun Day for All. I used a kitchen knife, spoon, x-acto knife and a screw driver to carve the pumpkin. I think I should visit Michael’s Arts & Crafts to get better tools for next year. The pumpkin is a dinosaur hatchling. What else could it be? Everyone got in the sprit! …
Raptor Step 2: Foundation
Now that you have selected your site, do you want your Dinosaur on the bare ground? Moisture is not a friend to metal. Even if you follow future instructions to reduce or prevent rust, a little foundation preparation can take those preventive measures to a higher level. A rake, shovel, leveler and work gloves will help you clear…
The “Jurassic World” movie premier
I enjoy my Metal Dinosaurs too much to just leave them in the yard. Kevin the T-Rex hatchling likes to ride in the car. I decided to take him to the “Jurassic World” premier at the Century Riverpark 16 and XD theater in Oxnard, CA. No, I didn’t try to buy an extra ticket and take…
Raptor & T-Rex the beginning of the blog
After acquiring my 4th & 5th Metal Dinosaur, I decided to document my process for preserving and finishing them. My first 3 Dinosaurs are in the How to Gallery page as slide shows. I hope you enjoy the process and if you have any tips or comments, please share them on the Contact page….