Banana Slug

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Experience my first endeavor into 3D modeling – a representation of the peculiar Banana slug native to the Pacific Northwest, U.S. These creatures can grow up to 8 inches long! I've crafted ceramic and crocheted versions before, so a plastic one seemed like an exciting new project. While printing at Metrix Create: Space in Seattle, be mindful of the eye stalks as they are fragile and may break off; the slug in the photo has had one repaired with hot glue. I've also modified the design to include a wider base for the eye stalks but haven't printed this version yet. The original file has been revised, featuring thinner/neater optical stalks and a cleaner mesh. Unfortunately, I don't have a Makerbot myself.