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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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.
2
Before
All the rays were steel pinned and cemented back to the sculpture. Then they were patched and sanded several times.
3
During
The final step was painting the Bright Wall Sun to match the original colors and finish.
4
After
The sun was completely restored with no evidence of damage.
5
After
Jeff's Bright Wall Sun was restored to its original beauty.