Decided to recess the dead man switch to protect the connection and ease of use. I drilled into the dowel along the wire groove deep enough to set in the switch and protect the end connection. |
Wax dripping applied with new hot glue. |
A look down the inside. I built up a ring of hot glue to give the effect of melted wax, and also to stabilize/center the flicker wick. |
Left candle had the tissue paper diffusing, Right candle has no tissue. You can see the distinct line of the dowel through the glow on the right one.. |
Taping up the bottom rig. |
Finished Candles. 4 and a spare. |
Finished candle close up. I was not satisfied with the black screen mesh. |
So, I took them off the circuits and spray painted them flat white |
5 done flicker candle rigs |
Close up. |
I'm unclear what the final look it intended to be.... I know in your previous post you said they were hand held... what is the final treatment to disguise the battery and all or do you assume the actor's hands will cover....? Love the detailed thought process for the "drips" and the diffusion with tissue to hide the pipe ending and make that glow - very clever. Your photos are excellent and show your process well- perfect for your portfolio.
ReplyDeleteThe actors enter in at the top of the show in dim light holding these candles. The batteries and circuit are hidden by their hands. They have an action of blowing them out, then they turn around giving the candles to the pianist. No more covering than the white paint and gaff tape treatment was chosen by Props Master.
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