Learn how to sculpt the head and the hands of this polymer clay mermaid art doll in Part 1, & then learn everything else in Part 2. Perfect for anyone looking for a polymer clay & resin tutorial, for mermaid wanna-bes, or for anyone interested in doll making. \r
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This mermaid is a bit larger than I am used to (I usually work in 1:12 scale). The smaller the doll, the harder to sculpt, so perhaps this size will feel more comfortable to the beginner. \r
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The little story at the beginning of this tutorial was inspired by Hans Christian Andersens fairy tale, The Little Mermaid. \r
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Youll need a little bit of patience, but I show you doll making tips and techniques that set you up for success. This one is more art than craft; I really hope you like it. \r
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For Part 2 of this mermaid art doll tutorial:\r
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If youd like me to make a mermaid art doll for your very own to have & to hold:\r
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How to Paint a Dolls Face:\r
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Supply List for this tutorial:\r
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I am producing a step-by-step video course on sculpting the art doll. The first course will be out in late Fall. Sign up for my newsletter for updates on that project:\r
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Time stamps for your convenience:\r
1:00 For both beginning and advanced sculptors\r
1:25 Sculpting the Head\r
1:56 Check every angle\r
2:09 Poking and prodding\r
2:27 Bake\r
2:28 Sand\r
2:34 Shaping back of the head\r
2:43 Sculpting the ears\r
2:47 Separate tutorial on painting the face\r
2:55 How to Use a Push Mold\r
3:11 First, dust with cornstarch & tap out\r
3:15 Shape clay with a point for the nose\r
3:20 Push until clay starts to spill out\r
3:26 Push molds have a learning curve\r
3:36 Insert ball of tin foil with layer of baked clay\r
3:45 Give it personality with sculpting tools\r
3:58 Sculpting the Hands\r
4:00 Remember hands are optional for this project\r
4:16 First step, get into the right mood\r
4:33 Use a high quality clay brand. \r
4:40 I use ProSculpt \r
4:46 Start with a rough shape like this & cut out five fingers\r
4:58 Gently apply twisting pressure, focus on lower part of fingers\r
5:18 Use tool to gradually round out area between fingers\r
5:52 Twilight Zone stage\r
5:58 Cut fingers down to proper size\r
6:14 Shape tips of fingers\r
6:29 Shape lower part of the hand and wrist\r
6:45 Use tool to define veins and other details\r
6:52 Chill your doll hand when you take a break\r
7:07 Next tutorial will cover everything else\r
7:27 Share with your fishy friends\r
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Music:\r
Barroom Ballet - Silent Film Light by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (\r
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