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17-NOV-2006

USMC Emblem by: Shercando

I made the model for this emblem by carving plaster and other materials, assembled the pieces, cast the mold and cast the emblem in pewter heated on my kitchen stove. I did many more in polyeurathane resin and have a set on my Korean War Veteran license plates. I am a former Marine sergeant and love my Old Corps. Now there's an icon for you.

Konica-Minolta Maxxum 7 Digital ,Minolta 100mm f/2.8 Macro
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Guest 12-Dec-2006 13:40
The model is not done in reverse. The mold is made by pouring silicone rubber over the model and then the mold cavern is naturally, effortlessly, in reverse. The castings come out the same as the model. As for the photo, if the lighting were even on all sides the emblem would look flat but I agree, my shot is not professional grade. At least you get the raised perspective of it.
Guest 07-Dec-2006 02:06
WoW! That is really cool for a homemade emblem!! Thinking in reverse is a hard thing to do.. As far as the photograph, this type subject is extremely hard to light properly. I think the lighting is a bit harsh here. The lower left of the circle is a bit blown while the upper right is a bit clipped on the dark side! Perhaps softer lighting(i.e. diffusers) could help.. Just a thought. Great Icon!!