Amazing Art: I want to make this, how would you do it?

This is actually made out of white powdered coated metal. I want to re-create an affordable version. Material would need to be durable but bendable and it would need to block enough light to be effective. Any idea's?

Here is the actual site:
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/at-europe-paris-6-32062

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18 replies since 20th November 2013 • Last reply 20th November 2013

Here is a pic

Medium pic one
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And here it is lit up

Medium pic 2
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From Pinterest: Use tall canvas, apply stickers, decal, etc., and spray paint. Remove Decals; hang white lights behind it.

Do you think that would work?

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I don't think the canvas would let that much light through. I would make your decorations out of paper or fabric, attach them, then slice slits behind them. If it's not opaque enough I would give it a coat of gesso. I use cheap white glue mixed with baby powder. that seems tough though so I would try it the other way first. Or maybe try it that way over something transparent like mesh, vellum, or parchment paper.

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I do not trust my artistic ability to do cut outs...But you are dead right about the canvas. I would destroy vellum or parchment. Maybe a lighter fabric like a white cotton? The paint over it would keep light out where I don't want it. And, I could use the stencil, decal idea.

You think?

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I've seen something similar when someone dipped fabric flowers in plaster and let dry, I imagine if you dried them flat it would give a similar affect.

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Spray painted flowers, glued to a canvas or other painted material (same color paint) and holes poked through the canvas outlining the flowers and letting the light shine through..... might work.

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You could use aluminium cans for the flowers

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Great idea's, thanks everyone.

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I would make a shadow type box and tack the lights to it so when you use the fabric the danger if fire is less. I love the idea of recycling either pop cans or water bottles! Water bottles of different color would give it some color if any is wanted! Just a suggestion lol

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Build a canvas frame (not too hard, just find measurements that mimic the original) and use a stapler to attach thin, off-white/ivory fabric.
Use fake flowers, paper/aluminum flowers (as suggested above), and ivory spray paint. The plaster flower idea sounds great for this, it would add a nice effect.

Cover the fabric and wood and flowers in fire-proof clear coat (i can't remember where you'd find this) and attach a low watt bulb/night light behind it and attach it to the wall?


Does this help any?

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I too think a canvas frame should do the work. Just rub the canvas with a sandpaper to give it a smooth texture. Then you can start with your artistic work. You can also take some ideas from http://www.canvasmyphoto.com/ online.

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I too think a canvas frame should do the work. Just rub the canvas with a sandpaper to give it a smooth texture. Then you can start with your artistic work.
http://www.canvasmyphoto.com

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I too think a canvas frame should do the work. Just rub the canvas with a sandpaper to give it a smooth texture. Then you can start with your artistic work. Here are some ideas related to canvas prints.
http://www.canvasmyphoto.com

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