Learn how to make special effects creature props on a tight budget with Amalgamated Dynamics character FX creator, Tim Martin.

In this follow-up to his Speed Sculpting in Wed Clay tutorial, Tim takes his dog-headed Egyptian Anubis sculpture through the mold, cast & paint stages using affordable materials and efficient FX techniques.

An invaluable lesson for any aspiring FX Pro. To become a working character creator, talent is not enough... you need speed.

Beginner Level

2h 4m of duration

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title - 16s

2. Introduction - 2min

3. Removing the Ears - 2min

4. Applying a Wax Coat - 6min

5. Applying Plaster Bandages - 5min

6. Applying Plaster Bandages - 16min

7. Molding the Ears - 6min

8. Molding the Ears - 4min

9. Opening the Molds - 4min

10. Hardening the Mold - 46s

11. Opening the Head Mold - 3min

12. Releasing the Mold Part One - 5min

13. Releasing the Mold Part Two - 2min

14. Taping Your Molds Together - 4min

15. Filling Gaps in the Mold Seam - 3min

16. Rigid Foam - 12min

17. Opening Molds - 6min

18. Cleaning Up the Rigid Foam Surface - 2min

19. Touch Ups & Weathering - 3min

20. Assembly & Bondo - 3min

21. Painting Anubis - 7min

22. Detail Work - 22min

23. Dry Brushing a Final Layer of Gold - 4min

24. Applying a Light Gloss - 3min

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

Naimie's Beauty Center

Reynolds Advanced Materials

Smooth-On Inc.

GreatArt UK

FOR YOUR WORK STATION

Compressed Airline with Gun

Large Garbage Can

Latex Gloves

Lazy Susan

Oven

CLAYS/PLASTERS

Klean Clay – Modeling Clay

Plaster Bandages

CLEAR COATS/GLOSSES/MATTING AGENTS

Krylon Crystal Clear Spray Paint

EPOXYS/GLUES

Bondo

Bondo Catalyst

Insta-Cure – Super Glue

Super Glue Accelerator

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Chip Brushes

PAINTS

Paint

Acrylic Paint Washes (Paint, Water, Alcohol)

Black Acrylic Paint

Blue Acrylic Paint

Light Brown Acrylic Paint

Metallic Gold Acrylic Paint

Metallic Spray Paints

Oil Rubbed Bronze

Antique Brass

Gold

White Acrylic Paint

Primers/Adhesion Promoters

Grey Spray Primer

RELEASES

Liquid Wax – Challenge 90

Petroleum Jelly

Finish Kare Gel Coat Release Paste Wax

SKIN PAINTS/POWDERS

Gold Powder

TOOLS

Bits and Indexes

Large and Small Dremel Bits

Cutting Tools

Box Cutter Blade

Clay Cutting Wire

Scissors

Mold Making Tools

Mold Spreader Tool

Power Tools

Dremel

Hairdryer

Screwdrivers

Flat Head Screwdriver

Other Tools

Wooden Tool

SUPPLIES

2010 Rigid Foam – 10 lb Foam

Black Marker

Clear Plastic Cups

Duct Tape

Large Paper Mixing Buckets

Paper Towels

Sandpaper

Small Wooden Spreaders (paint stir sticks cut into thirds and sanded at 45 degrees)

Spray Bottles

Tub of Water

Watercolor pencil

Wooden Paint Stirrers

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 BiographyTimothy Martin

Special Effects Character Creator & Master Monster Maker, Amalgamated Dynamics, Inc..

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