Unio wrote:
>
> Could anyone tell me if there is still anyone out there who still makes models
> of living mollusks with actual shells.  If you do or know anyone who does,
> please E-Mail me privately.  Also, I am interested in obtaining existing
> models, an in particular one of Scaphella junonia.  Please help if you can.
> Thanks.
>
> Doug Shelton
> Alabama Malacological Research Center
> 2370-G Hillcrest Road #236
> Mobile, AL 36695
Doug: I have done models for Jim's Shell Show Exhibits.  They really are
quite easy to do.  I use FIMO clay.  Need to have a good picture of the
animal.  I mold the animal so that the shell sits on it and you can
remove the shell any time.  I made a groove in the clay while it is soft
so the shell sits right on it.  I then bake the FIMO clay and paint it
to match the colors of the real animal.  You won't believe how easy it
is to do.
BC
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Jim & Bobbi Cordy
Specializing in Self-Collected
Caribbean & Florida Shells