Matt did some welding on the Howl at the Moon Stage sign for Vala’s Pumpkin Patch in Nebraska, along with various shop projects to prepare for a busy winter season. Matt finished the structural frame and began the crescent moon armature. We also got the sign panel mounted to the structural frame. Next week we’ll work on the balance of the pencil rod armature and then the diamond lath. By the end of next week, we should have the concrete sculpting done and be ready for paint. Stay tuned…
Instant structure
It is always a great day when we can start a new project in the studio. We referenced the concept sketch as we worked, which had no measurements. Matt studied the concept drawing for the Howl at the Moon Stage sign for Vala’s Pumpkin Patch and then began cutting various lengths of steel tubing for the structure. Angles and lengths were largely determined by eye without the aid of protractors or tape measures, as is our style. Tomorrow, Matt will finish welding the structure, fasten the sign, and start bending and fitting the pencil-rod armature. Stay tuned…
Enter the Kraken!
Every self-respecting mini golf course with a pirate theme needs a Kraken feature. Cap’n Elias’ Shipwreck Cove at Vala’s Pumpkin Patch is no exception. Unfortunately, this required feature couldn’t be fit on the already-full trucks that transported everything down to the farm this season. But there is no need to worry: the space on the fifth hole is ready, and the tall tentacled photo op is now under construction in our shop. Planning is done, the steel base plates are cut, and tomorrow we begin welding the structural frame. Stay tuned…
