Elvis Cage One

Is that fake rock? if so how was it made because it looks great!
Also how do you have the cacti planted? and what sand is that?

Wow I really like that rock. I have told myself that I was gonna make one time after time. I think its time! Is that made with a chunk of styro, or the stuff you spray out of a can. Also what kind of plaster did you use to cover it?
Thanks,
Chris

very nice buddy. i think the background would make it even nicer... dont wanna repeat wut ppl told u b4 me... very nice.. deserves this 5... waiting for you to answer their questions :)

All, thanks for the comments - I am really happy with the overall effect, and its always nice to get some external validation ;-)

To answer your questions:

-All cacti are fake, and buried in the sand. (Purchased from pet-stores and craft/design stores)
-Sand is mixture of red, and natural sand repti-sand (I know not recommended, but I have never had any issues with impaction)
-Shape is made from layers of polystyrene/styrofoam glued together into a block and then carved out using a craft knife.
-I used sandstone colored tile grout to complete the rock look, and then painted various colors using the 'sponging' method) see my other photos for better idea of the overall effect.

I was inspired by the following site:

http://www.geocities.com/tnstuttle/cage_info.htm

And another beardie owner sent me this link for a how to (Thanks Oogie)

http://708designs.netfirms.com/customcage/customcage.htm

Let me know how you guys get on with your own projects, and Good Luck!!!

Steve