How to Punch Hair - Hairwork for Silicone Characters Part 2

Denise Baer

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In PART TWO of her 2-part course series on punching hair, master hair artist Denise Baer (Men in Black, Blade, Planet of the Apes) shares even more secrets for creating utterly realistic hair work for human & fantasy characters. From eyebrow & hairline finishing, to tips for working with curly hair, Baer gives you the information you need to sharpen your hair punching skills to a professional level.

Intermediate Level
3h 24m of duration
English (auto), Spanish (auto)

Curriculum

Materials

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His and Her Hair Goods

Sally Beauty Supply

Nigel Beauty Emporium 

Frends Beauty Supply

 

FOR YOUR WORKSTATION

Silicone/Foam Slip Latex Head or Body Part

Knotting Box (self provide)

LATEX/SILICONE

Silicone Fluid DC200

SPONGES/POWDER PUFFS

Stipple Sponge

HAIR AND CREPE WOOLS

Hair 1/2 OZ minimum

TOOLS

Needle Holder

Punching Needles (10# beading needle John James brand )

Small Jewelers Wire Cutters

Razor Blade or X-Acto Knife

Hair Scissors

Clover Pen Style Chaco Liner - White

Fine Grit Sandpaper or Sanding Stone

Drawing Card (*optional)

SUPPLIES

Mason jar

Paper towels

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 BiographyDenise Baer

Master Hair Artist
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