I like the moon runes idea...I'd actually made my own version of the map a long while ago before the Hobbit movies when I had access to a laser engraver and etched it into some thinner leather as a gift for a friend. I've been thinking about doing a second one for myself for years now.
When you're 32 and suddenly realise that you can read Tolkien's runes fluidly... because you've been a Nordic myths nerd and learned several runic alphabets to try and decipher the runestones around your place (still can't, they're so messy, with characters going in both directions and all... Tolkien's runes are easy peasy in comparison).
Thanks for the shout out! The two biggest differences between the Hobbit and FOTR maps are the red "X" locations and the addition of Ravenhill on the Hobbit map. Also Daniel Reeves recently mentioned how the moon runes were done for the movies. The entire back of the map was painted black except the runes so when light was shined from behind they would glow. That could also be easily done by tracing them (in reverse) and painting carefully around them. I've even seen some people add a LED light behind that section of there framed print with a switch on the side. Excellent video and your replica turned out awesome!
@@SnappingDragon I'm sure there was some additional CGI added to make the effect even more magical. But still cool to know some of it was done practically.
I do the same thing, how can I eliminate the writing lines on the copy paper after applying the invisible pen? It becomes obvious when you look closely.
Just came across your channel via Pinterest, I’m so happy! This is such an inspirational project, thank you for making videos! I love your ethos as well! Im currently trying to film some ‘adventure/ basket making videos at the moment as I love the idea of making them using them. Enjoy your journeying 😁
@@SnappingDragon No worries 👍 Actually you might be interested in a doc I made for my TH-cam channel about a fascinating leathercraft expert Armitage Leather, where he delves into his 30+ year career from leathercraft.
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I like the moon runes idea...I'd actually made my own version of the map a long while ago before the Hobbit movies when I had access to a laser engraver and etched it into some thinner leather as a gift for a friend. I've been thinking about doing a second one for myself for years now.
When you're 32 and suddenly realise that you can read Tolkien's runes fluidly... because you've been a Nordic myths nerd and learned several runic alphabets to try and decipher the runestones around your place (still can't, they're so messy, with characters going in both directions and all... Tolkien's runes are easy peasy in comparison).
Ooh, the sound of those finished weathered pieces was just ✨️✨️✨️
So nice!!!
Yesss such a satisfying sound!
Thanks for the shout out! The two biggest differences between the Hobbit and FOTR maps are the red "X" locations and the addition of Ravenhill on the Hobbit map. Also Daniel Reeves recently mentioned how the moon runes were done for the movies. The entire back of the map was painted black except the runes so when light was shined from behind they would glow. That could also be easily done by tracing them (in reverse) and painting carefully around them. I've even seen some people add a LED light behind that section of there framed print with a switch on the side. Excellent video and your replica turned out awesome!
That's so interesting about how they made the map glow! I just assumed it was CGI.
@@SnappingDragon I'm sure there was some additional CGI added to make the effect even more magical. But still cool to know some of it was done practically.
I love this. It's going up on my twitter
I do the same thing, how can I eliminate the writing lines on the copy paper after applying the invisible pen? It becomes obvious when you look closely.
I would say making sure you're doing the tracing lightly and with an implement that isn't too pointy so you don't create any indents in the paper.
Just came across your channel via Pinterest, I’m so happy!
This is such an inspirational project, thank you for making videos!
I love your ethos as well! Im currently trying to film some ‘adventure/ basket making videos at the moment as I love the idea of making them using them.
Enjoy your journeying 😁
Thank you so much!
@@SnappingDragon No worries 👍
Actually you might be interested in a doc I made for my TH-cam channel about a fascinating leathercraft expert Armitage Leather, where he delves into his 30+ year career from leathercraft.
For the all go rhythm!
Noice! 👍🏻 Glad you are still making stuff 😁