Sculpted and painted by Alan &Marion Ball Nov./Dec.2007
Alan sculpted that 90mm figure in magic sculpt and other materials. The whole figure is totally scratchbuilt beside of the musket. Marion painted the figure then with acrylic and oil paints.
We" are Marion Ebensperger-Ball , a painter, and Alan Ball , a sculptor .
We have both been involved in the making and painting of Miniature Figurines for several years and have exhibited in both Europe and the USA .Originally from Liverpool in the UK , Alan started modelling a long , long time ago and has also won medals at various shows in Europe and the USA, he also works for several companies as a sculptor, producing masters figures for companies like United Empire Miniatures , Michael Roberts, Corgi, Britains Toys , Meteor production , Seil Models, Der Bunte Rock ,Golden Helmet amongst others. He has also made many pieces for individuals and collections , producing original figures both for people to paint themselves, and for Marion to paint as a finished article for collectors . Married in July 2003, we now live in a small town called Roggwil, in Switzerland by Lake Constance with our Cats (Suso & Cindy).
We share a workroom and spend most of our days sitting at two converted computer tables , one full of paints and brushes , and one with modelling putties and sculpting tools.
