May 12 Completion day

When the weather clears, I will be adding my signature and a couple of items.

I'm so pleased with the project. It is difficult to determine when to stop. I have figured 132 hours and my estimate was for 120. I hope everyone enjoys the mural as much as I have making it. I want to thank Mrs. Junkin and Mrs. Snow for making the project possible. I look forward to working with them both in the future. I also want to thank Norma, Pam, Terry, and of course Mayor Segraves for being so supportive and encouraging of my work. I can't go on with out mentioning how thank-full I am for my Husband Tommy and the many dinners he has fixed me, and my parents for their constant encouragement and sharing the blog with everyone in Anderson SC and beyond. My parents are true gifts and I can't wait for them to see this one in person.

In this shot you can see the sheen on the window. I added 2-3 coats of marine varnish. The windows are marine plywood and the satin finish just on the glass areas add dimension. The varnish used has UV protection and is non-yellowing. The sun-proof paint is compatible with the product.

I felt the addition on an old calender would be kinda neat. I placed it slightly under the drape. The year is not known...just that it was in the 1900's. I circled the 12 Th day being that this is the day the mural is complete as per the sketch. I want to add a few additional surprises when the weather clears.

The gentleman across from Bobby had his hand and paper added today, along with a book. Desk hardware was done with Golden glow and flint colors.

Today (Tuesday) The two lanterns where added to the sides of the front doors. Sharkskin was used for the shadowing. Black magic (color) and bewitched with garlic clove highlights where used on the fixture.

May 7, 2009 ....

I am very close to finishing. The Guin Mayfest is this week-end and I'm taking today (Fri) to gather gourd goodies for the show. I hope everyone has a wonderful Mother's Day.

White washed with Garlic Clove at and angle added the glare to show glass.

To help with the illusion of stepping back in time, I added an oil lamp, ledger and ink-well. I have to say that these where done by my memory and no photos where used for reference.

Detailing of the Right window took 7 hours today. The addition of a coat rack (with hat and coat), photos, and wooden chairs.

I added this photo for Mother's Day coming up this Sunday. This is an old-fashion tea rose my Step-Daughter..."Daughter" gave me on my birthday 3 years ago. This is the fullest I've ever seen it.

I had to add a photo of our new cook-ware. My Husband is awarded safety points at work and we where able to cash in on new Rachel Ray cook ware. I'm proud of him for his dedication to safety. Tommy made omelets last night in the skillet and he loves the new toys.
I also want to leave a little note to my buddy Kay.....I love the plate ya'll gifted me...notice it made it to the counter..he he

5-5-09

The overall building after day 17. I believe the hours thus far are around 125.

This morning I visited with Bobby Page for a little photo shoot. Bobby Page means allot to me and I wanted to add him to the loan office here. I attempted to step back in time to visualize the surrounding in the 1900's. I'm planning to add desk accessories to contribute to the period too. Once I've finished accessorizing there will be a glare added to the window pains.

A closer shot of the door bolt.

The addition of brass kick plates and the bolt at the bottom of the door where also added.

I used golden glow to highlight the door hardware to resemble brass.

Today I started with some details. This photo shows the brass plate in the center of the door way. This is for the locks.