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“We don't spend time looking
closely at things.
Smallness makes us attentive.” —Natasha
Beshenkovsky
Rose Gambacorta's "Molly Brown"
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There's
something about a miniature that makes us stop and look twice.
We take time to consider it's intricacies and marvel at the
tiny world it creates before our eyes. Even the most mundane
of objects or situations becomes magnificent, through the simple
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Through
the miniature, we may find ourselves momentarily observing
life from the perspecive of the Gods! We may peer into 3-dimensional
fantasy worlds that once existed only in the realm of imagination.
Stories are told, from the humorous to the historical, in
a single vignette. Childhood memories, homages to bygone eras,
may be re-created in a tangible form we can hold in our hands.
This
joyous expression of endless creativity, from simple collecting,
to kit-bashing, to creating from scratch, can provide an intense
satisfaction rarely found elsewhere in life.
But
beware:
The art of the Miniature is incredibly addictive.
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Nancy
Grube's "The Pond"
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Our
Purpose
Whether avid collectors, skilled artisans, or simple admirers, we
encourage people to share their interest in, and knowledge of miniatures.
We help develop new and creative talents by creating an atmosphere
for learning and discussion of all areas of miniatures. And we also
endeavor to bring the art of the Miniature to the community, through
charitable work
and our annual Show
and Sale.
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Our
Meetings
We hold our meetings on the third Thursday of most months
from September through May at the New Castle Senior Center in New Castle, Delaware.
We
socialize over refreshments, handle club business, and most
meetings include a mini-workshop or presentation of some kind,
which usually corresponds to our yearly club
project.
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A meeting night workshop |
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The
club also maintains an extensive library of books and videotapes
on all things miniature that members are welcome to borrow.
Meetings
are open to anyone interested.
Feel free to stop by and see what we're all about!
Check
our club calendar for details.
Click here.
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