Master makeup effects artist Bruce Spaulding Fuller (TERMINATOR 2, PREDATOR 2, ARMY OF DARKNESS) concludes his 2-Part mold making course series with a budget-friendly approach to breaking down and molding a full-head prosthetic character sculpture.

This DVD is a 2-Disc Set

Advanced Level

5h 45m of duration

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title & Introduction - 2min

2. Finger Positives - 5min

3. Finger Positives - 12min

4. Finger Positives - 3min

5. Finger Positives - 13min

6. Finger Positives - 2min

7. Demolding the Finger Cups - 6min

8. The Flashing, Cutting Edge & Hand Appliance - 9min

9. The Cutting Edge - 21min

10. Prepping for the Crystal Clear Coat - 3min

11. Applying the Crystal Clear - 2min

12. Prepping for Casting - 4min

13. Mixing and Applying Epoxical - 12min

14. Applying Ultracal and Burlap - 10min

15. Opening the Molds - 8min

16. Cleaning the Molds - 10min

17. Cylinder Molds vs. Basket Molds - 7min

18. Preparing the Positives - 3min

19. Adding Keys - 12min

20. Cheeks - 21min

21. Cleaning Molds with Solvents - 6min

22. The Neck - 12min

23. The Neck - 7min

24. Brow & Nose - 14min

25. Preparing Sculpted Pieces for Molding - 5min

26. Creating Keys for a Two-Part Ear Mold - 5min

27. Prepping the Head Piece for a Two-Part Mold - 10min

28. Keys for the Two-Part Head Mold - 4min

29. Cleaning & Flashing for the Two-Part Head Mold - 3min

30. Molding the Head - 3min

31. Molding the Head - 4min

32. Molding the Head - 15min

33. Opening the Partial Molds - 6min

34. Removing the Flashing & Cleaning Up Molds - 11min

35. Preparing For the Second Part of the Two-Part Mold - 6min

36. The Ear Sculpt - 3min

37. Flashing and Wall for Part 2 - 10min

38. Surface Prep - 6min

39. Applying Epoxical and Ultracal - 2min

40. The Face Piece - 3min

41. Applying Ultracal - 11min

42. Making a Basket Mold - 13min

43. Opening the Finished Molds - 6min

44. Opening the Ear Mold - 6min

45. Opening the Face Mold - 11min

46. Wrap Up - 4min

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.

Mouldlife USA

Mouldlife Europe

Reynolds Advanced Materials

Smooth-On Inc.

GreatArt UK

Materials List for Sculpture Breakdown & Mold Making Parts 1 & 2

FOR YOUR WORK STATION

Evacuator (Optional)
Latex Gloves
Large Board
Lazy Susan
Sculpted Piece
Toaster Oven/Clay Warmer

CLAYS/PLASTERS

Chavant Clay NSP Medium
Diestone Blue
Epoxical 415
Le Beau Touche Clay
Hyrocal White Gypsum Cement
Plaster Bandages
Ultracal Stone
White Clay

COATS/GLOSSES/MATTING AGENTS

Crystal Clear

EPOXYS/GLUES

Propoxy 20
Superglue
Zip Kicker

FABRICS/FOAMS

Wide-Weave Burlap or Sisal Fiber

LATEX/SILICONE

Accu-Cast Alginate
Burman V-1065 RTV Silicone
Genesis X Prosthetic Grade Cream Alginate

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Chip Brushes
Small Paintbrush

RELEASES

Petroleum Jelly

SPONGES/POWDER PUFFS

Black Reticulated Sponge
Sponge

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

99% Alcohol
Acetone
Lacquer Thinner

TOOLS

Bits and Indexes

- Dremel Bit – Fiberglass Cutting Wheel
- Router Drill Bit

Cutting Tools

Clay Cutting Wire
Clay Knife
Large Putty Knife
Mold Knives
Razorblade
Scissors
X-Acto Knife

Files and Rasps

Round Rasp
Small Handheld Rasp

Hammers

Hammer

Measuring Tools

Scale

Mold Making Tools

Chisel

Power Tools

Cordless Drill
Dremel – Assorted Bits

Screwdrivers

Large Heavy Screwdrivers

Sculpting Tools

Bristle Scrub Brush
Dissection Pin
Large Rubber Tipped Tool
Loop Sculpting Tool
Metal Point Sculpting Tool
Metal Prong Dog Brush
Multi-Prong Rake Tool (custom)
Rubber Kidney
Small Pointed Loop Tool
Straight Edge Rakes

Torches, Solder and Accessories

Bernzomatic Hand Torch

Other Tools

Hot Glue Gun & Glue Sticks
Mold Straps
Pasta Machine

SUPPLIES

Aluminum Tape
Buckets
Canned Air
Disposable Flossers
Drywall Sanding Screen
Duct Tape
Large Paper Cups
Paint Stir Sticks
Q-Tips
Sanding Block
Saran Wrap
Scrap Pieces of Wood
Sheet Tin
Small Paper Cups
Spray Bottle
Steel Wool Pad
Thin Aluminum Sheet
Thin Plastic Sheeting
Tongue Depressors

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 BiographyBruce Spaulding Fuller

Master Prosthetic Makeup Artist, Creature Designer & Sculptor

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