Charlotte.W.R.
04-15-10, 11:53 PM
So, I have a Rosy Boa and have been growing bored of my drab glass cage. I have been thinking about different ways that I could artfully modify and decorate my cage that would contribute to a theme inside and out, but also be safe for the snake in all respects.
One of the things I am interested in doing is painting the rock cave, etc. that he has already, but I do not know what would be best to use. Rosy Boas live in dry desert like environments, so I would need something that could hold up to the heat and dryness. I also know paint is often toxic, so I am looking for a safe alternative whether that be special paint, regular non-toxic, or even other things like vegetable dyes. I need it to be enough like paint in consistency and use that I can essentially create an art piece with it using paintbrushes.
I also am interested in decorating the outside of the cage, perhaps creating something using clay or other molding materials to make an interesting design. Im not sure what would be good to use for this either. I dont want something that will react poorly to the heat lamps etc (even though it will be the walls of the cage, not directly near to the lamps). So far paper mache and various clays come to mind, but Im not sure.
Also, if you have any other extremely creative or artsy ideas, let me know! Im looking to make my snake's habitat a masterpiece, both unique and breathtaking.
All my desires for this cage aside, I am not sure if any of this is a good idea to begin with. Please let me know what your thoughts, ideas and advice is for this sort of a thing while still being constructive. Thank you!
One of the things I am interested in doing is painting the rock cave, etc. that he has already, but I do not know what would be best to use. Rosy Boas live in dry desert like environments, so I would need something that could hold up to the heat and dryness. I also know paint is often toxic, so I am looking for a safe alternative whether that be special paint, regular non-toxic, or even other things like vegetable dyes. I need it to be enough like paint in consistency and use that I can essentially create an art piece with it using paintbrushes.
I also am interested in decorating the outside of the cage, perhaps creating something using clay or other molding materials to make an interesting design. Im not sure what would be good to use for this either. I dont want something that will react poorly to the heat lamps etc (even though it will be the walls of the cage, not directly near to the lamps). So far paper mache and various clays come to mind, but Im not sure.
Also, if you have any other extremely creative or artsy ideas, let me know! Im looking to make my snake's habitat a masterpiece, both unique and breathtaking.
All my desires for this cage aside, I am not sure if any of this is a good idea to begin with. Please let me know what your thoughts, ideas and advice is for this sort of a thing while still being constructive. Thank you!