Learn how to mold an articulated monster mask with Patrick Magee, creature effects artist and founder of Magee FX (Primal Rage, Men in Black 3, Jurassic Park III). In Part 2 of his course series, Magee guides you step-by-step through his mask-molding process, from breaking down and sealing the WED clay sculpture to creating two-piece Ultracal 30 stone molds for the ears, and finally crafting a durable bondo & fiberglass face mold. Along the way, Magee shares a wealth of tips for capturing every form and detail of your mask sculptures, ensuring the finished mask looks, fits, and moves as well as possible.

This DVD is a 2-Disc Set

Beginner Level

4h 47m of duration

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title & Introduction - 1min

2. Tools & Materials for Plaster Molding the Ears - 10min

3. How to Seal a WED Clay Sculpture for Molding - 8min

4. Removing the Ears and Softening the Cut Edges on the Sculpture - 16min

5. Cleaning up the Cut Marks and Edges on the Ears - 12min

6. Prepping the Ears for a Two-Piece Mold - 4min

7. Building the Clay Dividing Wall - 22min

8. Smoothing and Refining the Dividing Wall - 9min

9. Adding Keys to the Dividing Wall - 5min

10. Sealing the Ear and Clay Dividing Wall - 4min

11. Adding the First Plaster Layer to Create a Stone Mold - 15min

12. Layering Burlap on the Mold - 18min

13. Shaping the Surface of the Mold - 10min

14. How to Prepare the Second Half of the 2-Piece Stone Mold - 11min

15. Applying Wax and Adding Pry Points - 6min

16. Sealing the Mold - 2min

17. Adding a Plaster Surface Coat - 6min

18. General Q&A - 3min

19. Adding Burlap Layers to the Mold - 9min

20. Refining the Plaster as It Sets - 11min

21. How to Open and Clean the Stone Mold - 21min

22. Tools and Materials for Bondo Based Fiberglass Face Mold - 6min

23. Creating the Dividing Wall for the Face Mold - 22min

24. Inserting Registration Keys and Filling Gaps with Utility Clay - 7min

25. Sealing the Dividing Wall and Waxing the Core - 4min

26. Bondo Resin, Polyester Resin and Catalyst Overview - 8min

27. Applying the Bondo Resin Surface Coat - 14min

28. How to Layer Fiberglass - 16min

29. Safety Sanding and Trimming the Fiberglass Mold - 5min

30. Wrap Up - 35s

Materials

CLICK the links below to find the materials you need for this lesson.

Some items might be harder to find, but a little internet scouring usually finds you everything you'll need.

FOR YOUR WORK STATION

Dust Mask or Respirator
Clay Cutting Board (Patrick Magee uses a DIY one)
Pre-made Mold Keys in Different Thicknesses and Sizes
Sculpting Wheel or Turntable

FABRICS/FOAMS

Burlap
Fiberglass Mat
Optional: Foam Sheet

CLAYS/PLASTERS

UltraCal 30 Gypsum Cement
Utility Clay/Clean Clay
Water-Based White Clay
WED Clay
Optional: A Bag of Old Clay for Stabilizing the Head Sculpture

CLEAR COATS/RELEASES

Krylon 1303 Crystal Clear Acrylic Coating Spray
Krylon 1310 Dulling Clear Spray
Loctite Frekote LIFFT Mold Release 83551 Spray
REXCO PARTALL Paste #2 Wax (Patrick Magee uses the green colored version)

RESINS

Feather-Rite USC-21330 Autobody Filler (Bondo Resin)
Liquid Polyester Resin/Fiberglass Resin

CATALYSTS

Cream Hardener
Hydrogen Peroxide
Norox MEKP-925 Peroxide

GLUES/THICKENERS

Cab-O-Sil
ZAP PT-15 ZIP Kicker CA Accelerator
ZAP-A-GAP PT-02 Medium CA+ Superglue

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

99% Isopropyl Alcohol
Acetone
Water (Room temperature)

BRUSHES

Chip Brushes
Hobby Paint Brushes

SCULPTING TOOLS

Clay Cutter
EffektStudion Texture Roller & Texture Wheel in various sizes (Available at Motion Picture F/X Company)
Long Sculpting Spatula
Serrated Rectangle Stainless Steel Scrapers
Small Fine Looping Tool
Utility Plaster Rasp

SPONGES

Regular Sponge
Triangle Makeup Sponges/Cosmetic Wedges

CUTTING TOOLS

Heavy Duty Scissor
Regular Scissors
Utility Knife

OTHER TOOLS

Butane Torch
Cordless Drill with a Paddle Bit
Flathead Screwdriver
Hand Air Blower
Hairdryer
Heat Gun

SUPPLIES

Black Sharpie/Marker
Buckets
Cups
Disposable Nitrile Gloves
Paint Sticks
Sanding Paper
Wood Blocks

HEALTH/SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When working with toxic and/or dangerous materials or tools:

ALWAYS read labels for appropriate use guidelines
ALWAYS wear a high-grade respirator
ALWAYS work in a well-ventilated area
ALWAYS protect your skin
ALWAYS wear eye protection

Artist BiographyPatrick Magee

SPFX Character Creator & Founder of Magee FX

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