How To Use Sculpting Tools For Clay

I never have exactly the tool I want for working with clay so I recently searched out how to make a new set of rakes and loops for my tool box.
How to use sculpting tools for clay. Practicing Sculpting Techniques Download Article 1 Knead the clay using your palms. Our guide on how to make clay sculptures breaks it down into simple easy-to-follow steps. Although not strictly necessary this is the one investment that I would recommend.
Head to a department or craft store and pick out some polymer clay and a few sculpting tools. If you havent any polymer clay just yet feel free to use plasticine for this class. Use as a guide to get your clay rolled out evenly A beading awl or handheld pin drill for making holes.
They are infinitely useful even if you never sculpt again. Rib Tools Rib tools are traditionally made of wood and are used for cutting and scraping clay but theyre easily made out of old gift cards. Twisted wire rake - twist 2 or more wires together and then bent into a loop this tool is great for raking across a surface to blend lumps and bumps together.
Modelling tools wires knives spoons old kitchen implements A mask. While most instructions called for brass tubing I found out that old paint brushes and knitting needles. Use a knife to cut your clay.
Optional clay Tools you may want to add. A strong work surface eg a thick masonite board. Beginners guide to sculpting in clay.
We teach you the tools and language of sculpture. Plastic shape templates in a few basic shapes or a few basic cutter sets. A set of playing cards.