Vintage Patinated Copper Accordion Film Projector Seed Feeder

Construct the main body using reclaimed oak and birch plywood to form a rigid, hollow chassis that will protect the internal seed reservoir. Carefully cut geometric slots into the side panels to allow birds to perch as if waiting for a show.

Fashion the seed hopper from thin-gauge copper sheets, shaping them into a circular film reel silhouette that sits atop the projector body. Apply a chemical patina solution to the copper to achieve an aged, verdigris aesthetic that complements the dark wood.

Install a gravity-fed acrylic sleeve inside the wooden casing, connecting the top reel reservoir to a lower base tray. This mechanism ensures that as birds feed from the 'lens' area, fresh seed consistently refills the trough.

Assemble the decorative lens protrusion using a turned wooden dowel and a brass ring for authentic period detail. Seal all external wooden components with marine-grade spar urethane to ensure the projector withstands outdoor weather conditions throughout the seasons.