part 2 giraffe mounting
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From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
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In part 2 I'll show how I made the habitat. I start by finding the right tree to work with. I look for something with good height and the right trunk structure.
For everyone that missed the mounting in part 1 I attached the link.
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From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
I attach a small plywood base to the tree. This will help when I screw it to the base and give strength.
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
I like to put the tree on the base to find the right spot. This will give good backing and balance.
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
I bondo and screw it to the base.
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
Now comes the time consuming part... I cut and shape the tree then put all artificial branches and leaves on.
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
I drill,cut,glue,wire,and wrap the branches in place.
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Pyrannah
31-Jan-14
Cant say ive ever seen one of those before but lookin good man
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
Ben, Whats up my man... You find a place for that big buck to hang yet? That hide looked great. Thanks!
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
After I get them all wrapped and in place I brush on a liquid latex to seal. After I dries I will airbrush and blend all seams.
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
I put a bag around the giraffe and poor foam to shape the ground.
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
Now I glue the dirt and paint the rock.
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
I put the leather backing on and remodel and paint the giraffe before I put him in the base for the last time.
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
Putting the finishing touches to the habitat.
From: Dennis Razza
31-Jan-14
Done. Hope you enjoyed! As always feel free to ask any questions. Thanks for following,Dennis
From: Chris S
31-Jan-14
Incredible!
From: bigbuck
31-Jan-14
Very Nice!
From: Shug
01-Feb-14
Great stuff....
From: wild1
01-Feb-14
Well done!
From: Stekewood
01-Feb-14
Nice! What is the total finished height?
From: PAstringking
01-Feb-14
awesome as usual. great attention to detail in the habitat. true artistry
From: Jim in PA
01-Feb-14
Really nice Dennis. Look forward to seeing it in person.
From: trevore
01-Feb-14
Can I ask what you used to pre color your foam? Very nice piece. Looks so easy in pictures!
From: INbowdude
01-Feb-14
Very cool. After it's all said and done, what kind of weight does that mount have?
From: Dennis Razza
01-Feb-14
Thanks guys.
Stekewood, The total height is 111".
Trevore, I use dry tempera(powder)paint. Put it in with the foam when mixing. Good luck, Dennis
From: Dennis Razza
01-Feb-14
Inbowdude, Maybe around 100lbs give or take.
From: trevore
01-Feb-14
Thank you
From: Charlie Rehor
01-Feb-14
Unique! There can't be many guys with a Giraffe in their trophy room and there can't be many guys that could mount one with that sort of detail!
From: motorhead7963
02-Feb-14
Awesome job you do great work. cool thread too.
From: Drop tine
05-Feb-14
Fantastic job, that looks great. The details you put into a mount is amazing.
