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Detailed miniature sculpture of historic record store created

For an upcoming exhibition at Palo Alto Art Center, self-taught miniaturist Joshua Smith has created a scale model that is a slice of urban life.

The centerpiece of the show is the legendary Discolandia Record Store in San Francisco's Mission District.

Known for catering to Latin music aficionados, the record store closed its doors in 2011 after almost 30 years in business when the owner decided to retire.

"I love a challenge and the problem-solving skills that come with trying to figure out how to get miniatures to look realistic," Smith said.