I am applying a layer of oil based clay. Because the enlargement was so precise, in most areas I am only having to add 1/8" to 1/4" thickness of clay. The stems of the Bean Pods will be made and set in place later as a separate piece.
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Painting the foam with a layer of hot wax.
I am painting the surface of the foam with a layer of hot wax. This serves two purposes, it will seal and strengthen the foam, and it also provides a better surface for the clay to adhere to.
Back veiw of the Bean Pods.
The Pods are in the studio and I have added 1" steel pipe for an armature to hold them upright during the sculpting process. Holes were drilled into the foam so that the pipe could be inserted into the foam an then glued in place. The Bean Pods are now very rigidly held in place.
Pods in the studio all together with 1" steel pipe armature in place.
I want to say THANK YOU to Gator Productions in Loveland, Colorado for doing such a great job with the foam enlargemnt.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Ready to be untaped.
After the glue has dried and the tape is removed the Pod will be hand sanded to remove any excess glue and to smooth down any seam lines on the surface.
Bean Pods starting to appear.
At this point large areas of foam are being removed and a larger cutting blade is being employed. Additional passes will be made over the foam with refining blades to get a more finished surface.
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