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Mini Urban Sculptures

Alan Wolfson Recreates Canal ST. Cross-Section With Mind-Boggling Detail

— April 12, 2011 — Art & Design
I can't help but look on in pure amazement at the Canal St. Cross-Section diorama. This outrageously detailed, mini urban sculpture looks so life-like, if it didn't have an occasional dime in the photo to show just how small it was, I would have believed it to be the real deal.

Created by Alan Wolfson, the Canal St. Cross-Section mini urban sculpture is the artist's latest project. It took him approximately 18 months to complete it. Having done this for over 20 years now, Wolfson has accumulated quite the collection of dioramas depicting everything from bars, hotels, street corners and more. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, most of his creations are modeled after his hometown.

The Canal St. Cross-Section diorama is comprised of a street scene, upper subway level and lower subway level.
Trend Themes
1. Miniature Urban Sculptures - Creating highly detailed miniature urban sculptures offers a new form of artistic expression.
2. Diorama Art - The use of dioramas in art provides an immersive and captivating experience for viewers.
3. Realistic Miniature Depictions - The ability to create incredibly realistic miniature representations opens up possibilities for designing lifelike models and prototypes.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Sculpture - Artists and sculptors can explore the medium of miniature dioramas to create unique and visually striking pieces.
2. Museum and Exhibition - Museums and exhibitions can incorporate miniature dioramas to enhance visitor experiences and showcase historical or urban scenes in incredible detail.
3. Architecture and Design - Architects and designers can utilize miniature urban sculptures to visualize and communicate their concepts in a more tangible and immersive way.
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