First prototype for NEBs sculpted

Using EnRoute and the MultiCam CNC router and plasma cutter made quick work of the prototype armatures for NEBs Fun World's bowling centre arch, post and beam. We cut the spacers for the number plates and shield and fastened them over the metal lath. We also designed and routed a carved 'wood' insert for the post. The concrete surrounding this panel would be made to match. When we paint up the post this panel will be darkened to accentuate it's depth and then the twisted vine and leaves will be dry brushed to make them pop off the surface.

Then the crew troweled on the fibreglass reinforced concrete and sculpted in the woodgrain, bricks and stones. Crumbled plaster was added judiciously over certain areas. Everything is designed to bolt to custom stands for transport. Hard lift and bolting together points are designed in from the start.

Everything will be allowed to cure for a few days and then we will paint these prototypes. They will set the tone and serve as a model for the scores of pieces to follow. Once these pieces are done we will kick the project into production mode and get the project rolling at high speed.