Learn how to mold & cast a multi-piece monster maquette with master FX mold maker and lab technician, Aaron Globerman (The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Watchmen, The 33).

In Part 2 of his 2-part course series, Globerman guides you through the final steps in the molding and casting process, from demolding the clay maquette and prepping the silicone molds for casting, all the way to pouring urethane and test assembling the figure.

This DVD is a 2-Disc Set

Intermediate Level

6h 9m of duration

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title & Introduction - 1min

2. Demolding the Torso - 17min

3. Cleaning the Positive - 15min

4. Molding the Back of the Torso - 35min

5. Pouring the Second Half of the Torso Mold - 13min

6. Demolding the Cylinder Molds - 47min

7. Demolding the Tail - 16min

8. Demolding the Feet - 26min

9. Demolding the Head - 12min

10. Demolding the Arms - 35min

11. Opening & Prepping the 2-Part Torso Mold - 26min

12. Prepping Your Molds for Casting - 33min

13. Mixing & Pouring Casting Urethane - 42min

14. Opening the Molds - 38min

15. Assembling the Maquette - 8min

16. Wrap Up - 6min

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.

FOR YOUR WORK STATION

Evacuation Chamber & Pump

Nitrile Gloves

CLAYS/PLASTERS

1 Box Ultra Fast Bandages

Klean Clay

White Clay

CLEAR COATS/GLOSSES/MATTING AGENTS

1 Can Crystal Clear

EPOXYS/GLUES

2 oz Zap a Gap & Kicker

Hot Glue Gun & Glue Sticks

LATEX/SILICONE

1 Gallon Kit of Sil White or Sil Tool or BJB 808 they’ll all work

2 Gallon Kit of 1065 & Green Catalyst

1 Quart of Body Double Standard

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Assorted Chip Brushes

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

99% Alcohol

CUTTING TOOLS

Jeweler Saw

Scissors

X-Acto Blade

SCULPTING TOOLS

Assorted Sculpting Tools

Clay Kidney Tools

SUPPLIES

Roll of Aluminum Flashing – 6” x 10ft

Aluminum Tape

3/16” Brass Stock “Pins”

Buckets

1 Can Dust Off

1 Sheet Foam Core Board

PVC miscellaneous sizes

Sand Paper (misc. grits)

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 BiographyAaron Globerman

Master FX Mold Maker & Lab Technician

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