Making my own version of the Nutshell Studies has been on my mind since I saw the Forensic exhibition last year at the Welcome Collection. I didn’t want to use premade dolls house furniture so I have been experimenting with making my own. I tried making miniatures with wire but the result, although delicate, was not right for the room I envisaged in my head. I want the room to relate to my ink drawings so making paper furniture is an idea I am working on.
I have now sourced a template for paper furniture on the internet. Using a charcoal pencil I am able to create chairs and other domestic pieces that look drawn but are 3D. I did try using ink on a brush but lost the form of furniture as the ink seeped into the paper.
Using acetone I have printed mugshot wallpaper for my miniature room. What I like about acetone is you get an uneven image. The print has an aged feel which is perfect for my room.
My printed wallpaper inside the maquette.
So far I am pleased with how the room is looking.
