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This Malaysian Artist Creates Highly-Detailed Miniature Dioramas Of His Childhood Memories

They look just like the real thing!

Cover image via Eddie Putera

From the discolouration of weather-beaten attap roofs down to the tiniest holes in motorcycle crates, Malaysian artist Eddie Putera's attention to detail in his miniature dioramas is simply unparalleled

Image via Eddie Putera

The 51-year-old's works of art recently went viral after stunning photos of his miniature dioramas were shared on the Facebook creative community page Talenthouse

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At the time of writing, the post had garnered close to 32,000 shares. 

Also an avid photographer, Eddie decided to combine his skills in photography and talent in miniature modelling to create highly-detailed scenes from his childhood

Image via Eddie Putera
Image via Eddie Putera
Image via Eddie Putera

Having built his first diorama three years ago, Eddie now takes as little as one week to complete a miniature model, and can even create up to six in one month

Image via Eddie Putera
Image via Eddie Putera
Image via Eddie Putera

In a feature by Bored Panda, Eddie said that some of his dioramas are recreated from moments he can still remember from his past, sometimes with input from family members as those scenes no longer exist in real life

Image via Eddie Putera
Image via Eddie Putera
Image via Eddie Putera

In addition to recreating familiar scenes from the good ol' days, Eddie also dabbles in bringing living spaces to life, complete with rustic machinery and natural greenery

Image via Eddie Putera
Image via Eddie Putera
Image via Eddie Putera

Check out the incredibly realistic detail that goes into the bricks and plants and even the effect of crashing waves!

Image via Eddie Putera
Image via Eddie Putera
Image via Eddie Putera

According to Eddie, people buy his creations - sometimes customised for loved ones - as gifts. His works, which are sold online via his website, can go up to RM1,750!

Image via Eddie Putera

Check out more of Eddie's miniature dioramas on Instagram

Image via Eddie Putera

Aside from Eddie, check out more amazing miniature creations by fellow Malaysian artists:

Meanwhile, these guys prove that you don't need to spend a lot of money to create brilliant fan art:

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