Master Sculptor Don Lanning teaches the improvisational approach to character design that has made him one of Hollywood's most prolific and well-respected Creature Effects artists. Along the way he shares priceless strategies for collaborating with clients as a commercial artist, and how to serve their vision while still pleasing yourself.

This lesson is for ANYONE who wishes to pursue an artistic life. Don't miss it.

Beginner Level

2h 21m of duration

English, Portuguese (Brazilian), Spanish (Latin America), Thai

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Curriculum

1. Title & Introduction - 3min

2. Communication Through Expression - 6min

3. The Function of a Clay Maquette - 3min

4. Tools & Materials - 16min

5. Clay Paint - 4min

6. Working with WED Clay - 3min

7. Reference Material - 2min

8. Establishing Basic Features - 34min

9. Adding Dynamic Features: Fins - 14min

10. Adding Dynamic Features: Lips & Mouth - 7min

11. Adding Dynamic Features: Eyes - 9min

12. Adding Dynamic Features: Relocating the Nose - 6min

13. Adding Dynamic Features: The Chin - 5min

14. Character-Driven Design Elements - 6min

15. Scales - 9min

16. How Far to Take Your Sculpture - 2min

17. Bridging Design Elements - 7min

18. Wrap Up - 5min

Materials

CLICK on 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.

Naimie's Beauty Center

Reynolds Advanced Materials

Smooth-On Inc.

Monster Clay

GreatArt UK

FOR YOUR WORK STATION

Clay Head and Bust Form

Lazy Susan

Mirror

Various Glass Eye Forms

CLAYS/PLASTERS

WED Clay

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Powder Brush

Paint Brushes

PAINTS

Color-matched Clay Paint

SPONGES/POWDER PUFFS

Black Porous Stipple Sponge

Orange Stipple Sponge

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

99% Alcohol

TOOLS

Measuring Tools

Calipers

Plastic Ruler

Round Calipers

Triangle Ruler

Sculpting Tools

Knife

Large Serrated Loop Tool

Lemon Zester

Loop Tools

Serrated Kidney

Wedge Shaped Rubber Sculpting Tools – Various Sizes

Wire Wrapped Loop Tools

SUPPLIES

Armature Wire

Bucket of Water

Paint Stir Stick

Popsicle Stick

Small Wooden Board

REFERENCE MATERIAL

Behind the Mask
Spectrum 6 Books
Star Wars Revenge of the Sith

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 BiographyDon Lanning

Master Artist: Character Designer, Master Sculptor and Fine Artist.

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