Basic Tools for Sculpting and How to Make Your Own
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Proko sculpting instructor. Sculpting takes drawing to a whole new dimension.
LESSON NOTES
Now that you know about the different types of clay at your disposal it’s important to cover some of the most common tools a sculptor can use for modeling clay. In this lesson Andrew goes over a variety of tools that you can use and some of the ways you can build your own sculpting tools using cheaper materials that are probably already laying around your home. If you enjoyed this lesson make sure to check out the premium course.
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Basic List of Sculpting Supplies
- Oil Based Clay
- Chavant NSP Medium Professional Sculpting Clay (Andrew's preferred choice)
- OR Monster Clay Premium Grade Modeling Clay
- Aluminum Foil
- Soft Aluminum Wire
- Ruler
- Pliers (long nose, with a wire cutter)
- A butter knife (can often be found at local thrift stores)
- Sculpting Tools
Other Helpful Tools (optional)
- Heat Gun
- Wooden Boards (used as backboards for sculpture studies)
Related Links:
Basic Sculpting Supplies
How to Start Sculpting on a Budget
Bridgman Quick Sculpt Demo
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There are endless options for sculpting tools, lets go over some of my favorites and how I make my own.
I finally build by myself my own loop tool, thanks you for your lessons!
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2yr
Glad to hear you found it helpful!
Andrew, could I use "maimeri plastilina" hardness soft? I live in italy
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3yr
I'm not familiar with the brand but it sounds like something that would work fine. you might get a small amount to test it out first and see if you like it before getting more.
Andrew, I just received my Chavant clay. I was surprised by how hard it is. Apparently I need to soften a bit. Can you tell me the best way to go about preparing it use? Thanks
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4yr
yes it's hard out of the block, I like to put it in the oven at a low temperature (like 130 degrees Fahrenheit) for a while to allow it to soften up. Once you start working it it becomes softer.
I've modified several of my wooden sculpting tools, and they are definitely some of my favorites!
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3yr
Yes wooden sculpting tools work great!
