Peace Dove Sculpture

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The iconic dove that transforms from ark scout to global peace icon takes center stage. Craft a personal tribute to world peace by adding your unique touch! I have also uploaded an adaptation perfect for suspension from ceilings or as part of a mobile: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1034386 The text I included on it reads "peace and good things," a heartfelt greeting often exchanged among Franciscan followers, including my grandmother who inspired this creation. You can access the blank version here. Although I didn't model the dove itself, kudos go to Peter Behrens for sharing his exceptional design on http://archive3d.net/?a=download&id=58b6be71. I took care of the stand and branch, and ensured it's print-ready. Thanks to your print settings, you'll need minimal support material; some TLC after printing is still a must – a gesture worthy of symbolic justification. If you create one, kindly share the results! **Print Settings:** * Rafts: No * Supports: Yes * Resolution: 0.4 nozzle, 0.1 layer height * Infill: 30% with 30% overlap Notes: * 3MM PLA, Ultimaker Original I uploaded two versions for you to try out: a single dove piece and a dove split into two halves for easier printing. Pick the one that suits your printer's capabilities; the full model requires substantial support, while the split version demands minimal assistance. As my own printer had trouble printing the delicate feathers, I decided to increase the model scale to 120% in the direction of wing thickness. This makes it slightly stronger around the wing tips – nearly undetectable within the dove's body. Connecting the two parts using super glue proved successful; be sure to align them perfectly before securing. If you're proficient in CAD modeling, you can customize your own text for the stand; as I'd like to share this design freely, it makes sense to remove any existing language. I made a few alterations, so if you want the blank version, click here: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1034386