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Behind the Scenes...

Feb 9, 2018

Just for fun, here are six awesome behind the scenes shots from Tim Burton's 2005 animation film Corpse Bride. The movie received one Oscar nomination and stars Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter and features some really incredible miniatures!

We love the weathered red door with medieval hinges, the back wall with exposed stones and that hanging lantern!

Just at day at the office (incredible lighting!)

The chandelier almost looks full size!

That brass bed and desk!

Scratch-Built Old School Miniature Chair

This is another view of the bedroom....oh the magic of the movies and illusion of miniatures...it looks like the floor was pained to look like wood!

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ABOUT D. THOMAS MINIATURES

D. Thomas Miniatures is a retail and gallery destination featuring top quality collectibles including 1/12th scale structure, furniture and accessories. The concept, designed to appeal to collectors, crafters and enthusiasts was created, in part, to raise awareness of miniatures as a decorative art form and to introduce the discipline not only to a new generation but to those who may just be discovering it! The gallery space showcases work in miniature by well-known artists from all over the world.

This Week in Miniatures...

Feb 3, 2018

WEEkly Mini RoundUp 2.3.18

Welcome to our latest round up of news and reports from in and around the miniworld capturing mainstream and social media bits as well as local stories you may have missed.

Before Netflix, Amazon and Hulu...

...there were video stores! Miniaturist and film enthusiast Andrew Glazebrook captures a blast from the past with this video store environment he created. More at Atlast Obscura.

Thrills, Chills and....Miniatures!

Hereditary, a new film starring Toni Collette and directed/written by Ari Aster is expected to terrify movie goers but delight miniatures enthusiasts as inch-scaled objects are a big part of the plot. Film open in June 2018.

Special Presentation

Local Folks: Join us for some small talk in our new gallery/studio space in Yonkers, NY. on March 16 from 6pm - 8:30pm. Full details here. RSPV Required!

Get in touch if you want us to bring this presentation to your city, your organization or arts group!

Tiny Toys That Move

These miniature automata, made by the extraordinarily talented Laurence & Angela St.Leger, twist, turn, wave, fly and even snore! Check out this delightful feature from Grand Illusions.

More Estate Finds For Sale

This scratch-built (unsigned) artisan piece made from hand- turned hardwoods with a wicker seat and impeccable finishings was just added to our assortment - contact us for purchase details!

Loose Ends:

> More than a dozen dollhouses created over a 40 year period are on view throughout February at the Antioch Historical Society in California. <that's a lot of minis>

> Reminder: Intent to Submit is due February 10th if you are interested in submitting a proposal for our new exhibition: Badass Miniatures. <get creative>

> Forensic miniatures play a role in this Father Brown episode from Season 5 of the popular BBC series. Watch the trailer here.

> NOTE: our winter hours in our Cold Spring outpost location: Wednesday through Sunday 11-5pm (Closed Mondays and Tuesdays).

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ABOUT D. THOMAS MINIATURES

Let's Make Small Talk!

Feb 3, 2018

Join us in our new gallery/studio space in Yonkers, New York for an evening of miniatures! We'll share a history of miniatures, show off the artwork in the gallery collection and even demonstrate how to make a miniature!

Thinking about starting a collection, joining in on the fun of the hobby or just curious about what all the fuss is about? Then attend this informal evening of fun. Seasoned miniatures enthusiasts will likely learn something new or just enjoy being around the miniatures! We'll also have light refreshments.

When: Friday, March 16, from 6:00pm to 8:30pm

Where: YoHo Artist Studios at 578 Nepperhan Avenue/Studio #566 in Yonkers, New York.

Access: walk up 5 flights or walk down one flight of stairs and around back for commercial elevator access. Wheelchair and handicap access/parking at back of building if needed.

Parking: street and public lot across from 578 Nepperhan Avenue.

Cost: No cost!

*IMPORTANT*

RSVP is Required - call 914-231-9871 or send us an email at dthomasfineminiatures@gmail.com. We need to take you up in the elevator to the gallery (think of it as an adventure!).

Note: We're available to come to your city and present to your community, arts organization, library or other group for this fun and informative presentation! Contact us here for more information and to book an event.

ABOUT D. THOMAS MINIATURES