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Post by Mike Harris on Mar 22, 2010 21:17:14 GMT -5
As some of you know, I have been working on a 1/72 model of the Veramendi Palace (VP). However, I was having a difficult time sifting through my data and references trying to decide just how the darned place looked. So instead of continuing to waste precious materials I decided to make a smaller version (1/144 scale) of the VP, just to see how close I am and really if I want to even make a larger one. And although I think I'm close, I already know of a few changes I would make, some significant, some-not so much. But I built it based eyewitness accounts, various newspaper descriptions and even the 1787 will of Fernando Veramendi's wife. There are certain areas, such as the stable/corral, where the structure is completely conjectural, not in it's existence, just it's appearance. So here you go and I hope you enjoy. Oh, and keep in mind, the Veramendi front doors in my model are about the size of a quarter! It's really small!! The usual view. Front view. Rear view, courtyard. Elevated view from the front. View from the river, and of course the river. For the larger model, these are the changes I will most likely make. Add the room to the left of the photo while shifting the entire property line to the left or south. And I would probably remove the stable and palisade fence in the center and replace it with a simple corral. But one reference says stable and one says corral. That's it for now. Thanks for enduring the "photo gallery", but I just didn't think a couple of photos would do it. If you have any questions or advice for me let me know. And I took A LOT of photos, so if you would like to see more also let me know. Thanks, Mike
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Post by Hiram on Mar 22, 2010 21:50:35 GMT -5
Mike,
I think the model looks great! You've done a fantastic job with it. I never asked you before, what began your interest in the Veramendi? Just curious. Oh, and one more question...where is the Mexican Manhattan restaurant in relation to your model?
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Post by Mike Harris on Mar 22, 2010 22:22:43 GMT -5
Mike,
I think the model looks great! You've done a fantastic job with it. I never asked you before, what began your interest in the Veramendi? Just curious. Oh, and one more question...where is the Mexican Manhattan restaurant in relation to your model? Ha! Unfortunately in relation to my model, it's too far away at the moment! You know I really can't say what got me going with the VP. Really, I just love old Bexar, the look and feel of it or at least how imagine it. There's just something about that place that does it for me. I could stare at old Bexar photos for hours...and have! The Veramendi house has a lot of history and for reasons unknown to me evokes a lot of emotion in me. I really can't explain it, but it still pisses me off that they tore the place down...but that's another story! Mike
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Post by Hiram on Mar 22, 2010 22:32:15 GMT -5
I'm with you on the fascination of Bexar...there is so much history across the river from San Antonio de Valero that is either overlooked or ignored. The area is rich with history and is in many ways, untapped. Which is why I enjoy walking its streets with those that share an interest.
Its folks like you, huntermike, who have a passion for history, which keep the story alive...thanks.
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Post by Mike Harris on Mar 22, 2010 23:07:59 GMT -5
I'm with you on the fascination of Bexar...there is so much history across the river from San Antonio de Valero that is either overlooked or ignored. The area is rich with history and is in many ways, untapped. Which is why I enjoy walking its streets with those that share an interest.
Its folks like you, huntermike, who have a passion for history, which keep the story alive...thanks. Hey, the place just gets me fired up. I love everything about it. Although it's hard to imagine what the place looked like way back when, with all those tall buildings around. Progress...geez. Here's another shot of the front with normal color. I liked how the texture and color came out on this one.
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Post by Wade Dillon on Mar 22, 2010 23:39:03 GMT -5
One hell of a job, Mike! You've done a splendid job!
Hiram and Mike, I'm with you both regarding the look and feel of old San Antonio de Bejar. Perhaps we all can take that walk sometime!
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Post by Mike Harris on Mar 23, 2010 8:39:39 GMT -5
One hell of a job, Mike! You've done a splendid job! Hiram and Mike, I'm with you both regarding the look and feel of old San Antonio de Bejar. Perhaps we all can take that walk sometime! Thanks, Wade. Before I took the photos I was actually worried that with the size of the model, I would lose some of the detail I'm able to achieve on a larger scale. I was surprised the detail came out as nice as it did. Kicking myself that I didn't make my changes before hand. I loved the detail in this shot of the courtyard and part of the zaguan.
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Post by timg on Mar 23, 2010 11:52:30 GMT -5
Stunning, simply stuning. A real labour of love there and great to finaly see the Veramendi house.
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Post by Kevin Young on Mar 23, 2010 12:57:22 GMT -5
One hell of a job, Mike! You've done a splendid job! Hiram and Mike, I'm with you both regarding the look and feel of old San Antonio de Bejar. Perhaps we all can take that walk sometime! Put me in for that walk.
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Post by Hiram on Mar 23, 2010 13:07:17 GMT -5
One hell of a job, Mike! You've done a splendid job! Hiram and Mike, I'm with you both regarding the look and feel of old San Antonio de Bejar. Perhaps we all can take that walk sometime! Put me in for that walk. If we do that walk, quinceymorris, I know everyone would learn a lot just by listening to you and doing some serious note-taking. I'd be honored to be in that group.
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Post by Allen Wiener on Mar 23, 2010 15:14:58 GMT -5
I'm just catching up with this thread; this is great stuff, Mike. It really gives me an appreciation of how much research is involved in these models. I'll look forward to seeing the final version.
Allen
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Post by Jim Boylston on Mar 23, 2010 15:49:13 GMT -5
Mike, this model looks terrific. Post more pix! Jim
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Post by Mike Harris on Mar 23, 2010 20:11:50 GMT -5
Tim, Allen, Jim...thank you all very much. It's been fun. Here are a few more photos. Courtyard The biggest challenge for me has always been the rear portion of the home. One of my refs states, "and to the east you have the servants quarters and the stables". Another states there were corrals to the east by the river. So here's how I did it. Another problem I encountered was the courtyard wall. One ref claims the courtyard was enclosed by TWO stone walls from the main house to the kitchen. Another said the main building was enclosed. An account from a Bexar siege participant said "there was no wall between the house and the river" North wing Front from the south And this is just one of the water. Not significant except I have never had to model a body of water that large before and I was happy with the results. Thank you all for the wonderful comments. As you can see from some of the above references, the modelling was the easy part. Thanks, Mike
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Post by Kevin Young on Mar 23, 2010 20:51:39 GMT -5
Looking good!
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Post by Seguin on Mar 23, 2010 21:54:47 GMT -5
Absolutely amazing! The details are awesome for such a small model.
"I loved the detail in this shot of the courtyard and part of the zaguan."
Me too, Mike. And the pavement stones inside the porte cochere looks very natural, I think. You´ve done a great job!
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