Learn professional mold making techniques with master creature effects mold maker Rob Freitas (Men in Black, Godzilla, The Hobbit). From simple tips on how to save an Alginate mold gone wrong to advanced advice on corrected positive mold making, Freitas will open your eyes to the fine art of capturing art.

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Intermediate Level

4h 10m of duration

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Sealants & Releases - 6min

2. The Difference Between Sealants - 15min

3. Matrix Mold Tips - 1min

4. The Clay Wall - 25min

5. Clay Keys - 5min

6. Blanket & Perimeter Key - 8min

7. Registration Keys - 10min

8. Shims - 25min

9. Tips for Handling Prosthetic Molds - 17min

10. Strapping Your Mold - 20min

11. Cutting Edge & Flashing - 1min

12. Cutting Edge & Flashing - 20min

13. Molding for Silicone vs. Foam Appliances - 17min

14. Tips for Corrected Positive Molding - 16min

15. Removing the Lower Lip - 22min

16. Finding the Correct Case Line - 1min

17. Case Line - 9min

18. Finding Your Own Technique - 15min

19. Alginate Mold Making Tips - 50s

20. Mixing the Alginate - 14min

21. Wrap Up - 2min

Materials

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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.

Kromopan USA

GreatArt UK

FOR YOUR WORK STATION

Hydrocal pieces to practice on

Latex Gloves

Lazy Susan

Molds

Mold Straps

Partial Lifecast of Face (aka “Snap”)

Piece to Mold

Plywood boards

CLAYS/PLASTERS

Hydrocal White Plaster

Mold Life Alginate

Van Aken’s Klean Klay Alternative

WED Clay

CLEAR COATS/GLOSSES/MATTING AGENTS

Krylon Acrylic Crystal Clear

Krylon Dulling Spray

EPOXYS/GLUES

Propoxy 20

Telesis 5 Silicone Adhesive

LATEX/SILICONE

1 Gal. 1065 Silicone

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Round Roller Bristle Brush

Small Flat Bristle Brushes

RELEASES

Epoxy Parfilm Ultra 3 Mold Release

Frekote Lifft Release Spray

Mann-Release – Ease Release 200

Zip ME-301S Pattern Release

RESINS

BJB TC-1630 Urethane

Repro Slow Fast-Cast Urethane

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

99% Alcohol

TOOLS

Bits and Indexes

De-Burring Bit

Crimping, Pliers and Gripping Tools

2 C-Clamps

Cutting Tools

Clay Knife

Cuticle Scissors

Metal Scissors

Small Sharp Knife

Wire Clay Cutter

Drawing Tools

Charcoal/Graphite Sticks

Pencil

Sharpie Marker

Files and Rasps

Hand Rasp

Measuring Tools

L-Square Ruler

Power Tools

Cordless Drill

Sculpting Tools

Bent Metal Prong Tool (custom)

Small Metal Spatula

Rubber Tipped Wedge Tools

Small Metal Spatulas

Square Serrated Metal Spatula

Torches, Solder and Accessories

Small Handheld Butane Torch

Other Tools

Flashlight

Hot Glue Gun

Industrial Spray Gun

SUPPLIES

Brass or Aluminum thin Sheet metal “shims”

Clear Flexible Plastic Sheet

Hollow Brass Tubing

Monoject Syringe

Pieces of wood

Plastic Mixing Buckets

Pointed Q-Tips

Silver Tape – Nashua Tyco Adhesives

Small Plastic Bowl

Water

Wooden Stir Sticks

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 BiographyRob Freitas

Rob Freitas is the man that makes the molds for the highest echelon master sculptors. An artist's artist. A true master.

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