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New Technique for Head Molding.
This technique makes full head molds molds easier on the
artist and the model. The pictures are numerous so that
anyone can master the method just from reading the
article.
2.
The Forton MG Casting System.
The use of modified gypsum as a casting alternative is
described in detail complete with supply sources and
mixing techniques.
3.
The Holtmann Paper Clay Method. This Australian
sculptor demonstrates an interesting alternative to
casting using a special clay instead of more traditional
materials.
4.
Lifecasting the Face. Here
you will find two different sets of life casting
directions. One for simple low budget casts and one set
for more expensive casting.
5.
Facial Lifecasting. An excellent UK instructional
site with clearly drawn diagrams on the making of a life
casting facial mask from Sylak Special Effects.
6.
Pregnancy Lifecasting. Three methods of pregnancy
casting explained with their pros and cons by FXSupply. It
also lists recommended amounts of materials required for
each method.
7.
Lifecasting Basics. Though a very commercial site,
(sale of kits, etc.) this is an excellent site of basic
life casting techniques complete with illustrations.
8.
Advanced Lifecasting Techniques. This site
explains a number of excellent techniques. The
illustrations and drawings provide a clear picture of what
to do.
9.
Molding a Torso. Here is a brief article on the
molding of a female torso.
10.
An Example of the Molding Process. An excellent
demonstrate and explanation for casting a torso from life.
11.
Molding a Face Part 1. This article with excellent
graphics provides a step-by-step procedure for molding a
life casting of a face.
12.
Molding a Face Part 2. The continuation of
the molding a life casting of a face.
13.
Molding a Face Part 3. The completion of the
instructions for molding a life casting of a face.
14.
Making a Fiberglass Body Cast. This site has a very
detailed descriptions of the methodology, including
photos, of making a full body mold and then casting
the mold in fiberglass. Its purpose is the making of a
fanciful body armor. But, many techniques can be adapted
for a normal body molding/casting.
15.
Finishes. The site is slightly off the mark as it
is devoted to finishing scale models. Surprise-surprise--
it presents some outstanding finishing techniques on
airbrushing and colorizing on a detailed scale model nude
statue that can be directly applied to life casts.
16.
Making a Latex Mold. This is commercial site that
provides very detailed photographs and instructions on
making of a reusable latex mold -- techniques that can be
helpful to life casters.
17.
Building A Star Wars Storm Trooper-huh? I know the
life casting purists will chide me on this one, but it is
a surprising site on building a replica Star Wars storm
trooper. It provides a very detailed step-by-step detail
of making a full body mold using plaster bandages-- plus
it is fun, too.
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