
+ I started painting with model paints last week but it turned awful. I emailed Chris Ryniak for some advice and surprisingly, he replied back sooner than I expected. He suggested using just basic acrylic paint and spray a sealer for the finish. Here is an example of what I’ve done so far. The gums are not finished, but once it is done, I will post more updated pictures.

I’m kidding, just some touch-ups before molding.

mold preparation.

half the mold is complete.

the other half must set.
and a bonus be@rbrick knock-off mold!

Alright, we’re almost there. Tomorrow we de-mold and begin casting Thursday. However, I’m falling behind on the logo…

Always stay clean when working with modeling clay – using a board and plastic bag to cover can save you from cleaning your mess after. It’s important to have a handy extra bag to cover the clay in case you don’t finish your model in one day.

There wasn’t any DAS in the art supply store I went to but they had something similar to it



Adding details will be later – can always wet it again to work on it or carve into it. I will be sanding the surface of the sculpture to make it baby bum smooth.
Sorry for the poor quality pictures – working in my basement studio not enough natural light