The last step we covered was Rusty Brown Primer on Xiuhcoatl posted on March 26, 2021 “The Easter Dragon” https://www.paulsprehistoricpark.com/?p=5622
This gave her the appearance of a Milk Chocolate Dragon. You received a Sneak Peek of the end result of the details we will cover here in the April 3, 2021 post “The Eastersaurs are on the Move!” https://www.paulsprehistoricpark.com/?p=5642
Rust-Oleum Gloss Poppy Pink & Ivory will be the primary colors for Xiuhcoatl. However, I started with spraying inside the Mouth first using Cobalt Blue Metallic. Note: It’s easier to mask off the mouth for future painting than the entire Dragon if You paint the mouth later. The reflecting properties of a metallic paint helps to provide a wet look. Eye wear is especially a good idea when working with metallic paints. You don’t want those tiny metal flakes getting in your eyes. After completely drying, the Mouth & the Six Twisted Metal Strands to resemble Fire Erupting from Xiuhcoatl’s Mouth are masked off. Using a pad on the Jumbo Cart handle covered by a cloth allows for changing angles to make it easier to reach her underside and top of her head.
After completing the Ivory on the undersides, Poppy Pink finishes the top areas. Blending of these two colors where they meet to make for a more natural look will be a future step. While the Mouth is masked the Tongue was painted Apple Red Metallic. A small sheet of cardboard assisted with blocking overspray while painting around the Tongue. Next using blue tape and plastic bags to mask the Body areas for painting the Horns & Claws (Gold Rush Metallic) and Tail Diamond (Light Turquoise).
When the masking material is removed for the Gold Rush Metallic reveal, the Eyes can be painted Light Turquoise using an artist brush. The Teeth are painted Gloss White by dipping an artist brush in paint that is sprayed into the can cap. Sunburst Yellow is added to the Six Metal Strands with an artist brush to create Flames. Gloss Orange will be added to intensify the look of Fire.
The Aztec name Xiuhcoatl carries the symbolic and descriptive meaning “Fire Serpent” or “Lightning Serpent” which provides inspiration for this Dragon. The Aztec’s Xiuhcoatl represented the dry season and a weapon of the Sun. Xiuhcoatl symbolized the forces of darkness being driven out by the Fiery Rays of the Sun. The Sun was guided across the Sky by Xiuhcoatl. Hopefully Our Xiuhcoatl will bring Sunny Days to the Park for All to Enjoy! Xiuhcoatl translates to “Turquoise Serpent”. While our Xiuhcoatl will have other primary colors, Turquoise will definitely be important for many of her detailed accents.
More Color Splashes for Xiuhcoatl Coming, Stay Tuned!
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Included are two photos of Prehistoric Pals converted to black & white line drawings for You to express Your Color Imagination! Search online for print options on Your device. Print Screen, Cropping & Printing are available on many smart phones. Your smart phone may even allow You to email Your Print Screen to Yourself allowing even more options before printing. Kindle has an app for smart phones!
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I will keep You posted with information on my Next eBook “The Shy Triceratops”. I hope to have Paperback versions available later in 2021.
Museums continue reopening with Limits on Guests, Social Distancing & Mask requirements to keep Visitors Safe while They Enjoy Their Learning Experience. Consider a Membership with the Museum. In addition to Supporting Their Valuable Work there are Benefits to You. Special Preview Events for Members Only as well as Virtual Access Exclusive for Members. For more information and access to general public eLearning check out the links below.
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County www.nhm.org under Research & Collections / Digitized Collections will allow you to browse their Collections. Check out the latest Activities on their site.
The American Natural History Museum www.amnh.org You will find eLearning for Families, Students & Educators. Explore the Museum Virtually. Check Out SciCafe: Video Talks and Meet the Icons: Stories behind the Exhibits! There are Video Series covering Behind the Scenes at the Museum with Space & Dinosaur Explainers.
Chicago’s Field Museum www.fieldmuseum.org You can talk to “Maximo the Titanosaur” online, Yes Really! Visit Sue the largest T-Rex discovered! Check Out “Brain Scoop” with host Emily Graslie and the Learning Resources – many are also in Spanish.
Check Out Your Libraries eBooks. My local Library has over 900 eBooks on Dinosaurs! Many Libraries are offering “Curbside Pick-up. If you prefer the hardcopy, “Curbside Pick-up may be the option for you.
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