* Masking Tape Shoes Final Solution

3D Concepts Project: Use masking tape to build a pair of shoes, include as much detail as possible to include sole, laces, tongue, and prominent features of shoe.

In this case, I used a converse sneaker. Pictures show in progress of how the shoe was compiled, and final pictures show completed sneaker and details.

In Process #1

In Process #2

In Process #3

In Process #4

Final Solution View #1

Final Solution View #2

Final Solution View #3

Detail #1 Shoe Laces

Detail #2 Shoe Soul

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* A Few of My Favorite Things

1. Willow Tree Angel - this angel honors fallen soldiers and the wives they leave behind. 2. The last picture my husband took with my daughter before he died. 3. The last picture of a happy moment at Disney between my son and husband. 4. Angel wings Christmas Ornament - a special ornament I have displayed on a shelving unit. 5. An art project I did in 2D Design, the angels signify the sadness of the past and the hope of the future.

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