Close-up Cottage Front Porch This photograph shows the details of the handmade items of another Country Cottage Style miniature house. Country Cottage The country cottage, designed from scratch out of wood and hand painted. The Palace Saloon Handcrafted from scratch, Old Western Style Saloon made from wood, and alot of patience. There is a bedroom, poker room, and bar that are completely accessoried with handcrafted items. The Diner Handcrafted from wood, plastic, paint, and other materials. The telephone booth and interior illuminate. Interior of Miniature Diner Handcrafted miniature interior of "The Diner"

The artist
Gender: Male
Age: 63
Partnered

Education:
Native Rhode Islander: Yes I am originally from Rhode Island. I spent several years in California and Oklahoma, but last year I returned to the roots of Rhode Island.
Do you have a day job? No
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Craft Interview
• Describe your style simply.
I describe my work as highly detailed, Old Western, and "Americana". Miniature versions of the Western Frontier and American themes.
• What do you buy at the art supply store?
I buy paint, plexi-glass, electrical wiring, bulbs, siding, and lots of sandpaper.
• What technical problems intrigue you?
The electrical wiring is my favorite challenge. How can I get this miniature house to illuminate?
• Among your own work, what is your favorite piece? Where is it now?
My favorites are "The Diner" and the "Colonial Homes"
• What impressions do you want others to take from your work?
I would love for others to say: "Oh, isnt' this unusual!"
• Where/how can others view and purchase your work?
Right now, my work is for sale by appointment, and through my website. I have also put some items on Ebay.
• Anything else you want to say? Say it here...
I am searching for potential buyers of my work. Please contact me through my website: http://www.geocities.com/albrodeur2000 Thank you.