Kingfisher model, stage 5

Here the Milliput outer skin has been applied and surface detail scribed in. The fish was then drilled and wire pegged into place and an initial coat of acrylic gesso is in progress. Note the temporary testing of the glass bead eye. This is fixed in place after all paintwork is completed. After painting a stainless steel threaded rod was inserted into an unmentionable part of the bird's body for secure fixing to Milton Country Park's main entrance sign.