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PAPER MACHE
RESTORATION PROCESS

Sergio Bustamante
Bright Wall Sun

Many of the yellow rays of this paper mache Sergio Bustamante Bright Wall Sun were broken off and cracked from a fall. Jeff's restoration brought this brightly colored wall art back to life!

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Sergio Bustamante Bright Wall Sun | Jeff Meyer Art | Paper Mache Restoration

1

Before

The 40-inch Sergio Bustamante paper mache sun fell off the wall. Most of the rays broke off. It was almost split in half.

Sergio Bustamante Bright Wall Sun | Jeff Meyer Art | Paper Mache Restoration

2

Before

All the rays were steel pinned and cemented back to the sculpture. Then they were patched and sanded several times. 

Sergio Bustamante Bright Wall Sun | Jeff Meyer Art | Paper Mache Restoration

3

During

The final step was painting the Bright Wall Sun to match the original colors and finish.

Sergio Bustamante Bright Wall Sun | Jeff Meyer Art | Paper Mache Restoration

4

After

The sun was completely restored with no evidence of damage. 

Sergio Bustamante Bright Wall Sun | Jeff Meyer Art | Paper Mache Restoration

5

After

Jeff's Bright Wall Sun was restored to its original beauty.

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