How to Make Reusable Molds (CHEAP)

Proko 3D
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Published 2023-11-01
Learn an easy DIY budget-friendly process for making reusable molds from clay sculptures! Sculptor Andrew Keith lays out the supplies needed for it like silicone caulk, clay, plaster, and cloth. Then he walks through each step of the mold making process including applying thin silicone layers for detail, adding cloth strips for strength, constructing a burlap plaster mother mold, carefully separating the mold halves, cleaning up the pieces, and finally casting to reveal the finished plaster copy.


00:00 - Intro
00:10 - Supplies
00:38 - Detail Layer
01:15 - Building the Seam
02:10 - Working on the Back
04:14 - Adding the “Key”
05:48 - Working on the Front
07:05 - Making the “Mother Mold”
09:34 - Casting
10:40 - Outro


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COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.

ABOUT PROKO 3D:

Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV

CREDITS:

Artist | Instructor - Andrew Joseph Keith (andrewjosephkeith.onuniverse.com/)
Producer - Andrew Joseph Keith, Charlie Nicholson (www.instagram.com/shloogorgh)
Script & editing - Andrew Joseph Keith

Model images courtesy of www.pixabay.com/
All Comments (21)
  • @Proko3D
    Andrew here! I hope you found this lesson helpful for making your own molds! Be sure to check out the premium course for more in depth instruction on portrait sculpting - www.proko.com/s/SwbY
  • @IshanDeston
    Instead of a tshirt you can use dryer sheets and tear resistant paper tissues. Also mix Vaseline with turpentine. 2 parts Turpentine to 1 part Vaseline. Stirr until Vaseline is dissolved. This gets you a more spreadable mold release and makes it easier to work with. For the plaster you can buy bandages and cut those up. If you soak them in plaster before putting them on you'll have an easier time (and you can buy plaster bandages in your art store)
  • @Ratsong713
    I just started to sculpt last year so I watching your videos I can already tell that I'm getting better thank you
  • @judysali
    EXCELLENT⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  • @johnriddle1849
    I was just beginning a sculpting project using your technique from your earlier video using the torso with this technique. Which is better this one or the first one? Thanks for another great video.😊
  • @narendarn2444
    Amazing !!! Do these molds shrink after few days? and how many copies we could able to produce from the same mold ?
  • @loreleialexander8607
    I eat the exact same yogurt 😂😂 glad to know I have the right supplies on hand