277. INCREDIBLE Glass Like Resin Art INSPIRED by Jeremy Sinkus!

[@DatAdz73]

morning legend,,,hey may i suggest you look into 3m scotch brite pads. for what your doing you want the grey one. its makes sanding down shapes really easy trust me please. we used to use the in painting industry, get the green one for first sand, gray one for matt finish. you can thank me later lol . cheers dan big love mate

[@daniel..cooper]

This is awesome, thank you 😊 I will 100% get some and try, do they just come in colors or are they rated like a sandpaper grit is?

[@tracyhintz8519]

I hate sanding! Love the sharing!

[@Sharauni]

@@daniel..cooper They do! Different colors for different fineness levels, coarse, fine, ultrafine, etc.

[@mattersofthehartbynat8815]

Thanks so much for the tip! ♥️♥️🇦🇺

[@willsshepherd2976]

Cheers and thanks. I happened to buy a pack of the 3m pads, gold, silver and grey in a pack and the green ones in a separate pack. They are sold for cleaning pots and pans without scratches to fine China and crystal. I imagine they are the same as the ones sold for sanding, would it be correct please?

[@emiemi-l3f]

I found a method to make resin look like frosted glass by modifying the mold. By sanding the mold and creating fine scratches, the resin will come out with a frosted effect. The finer the sandpaper, the smaller the scratches, so using a finer sandpaper is better. I used 1200-grit sandpaper, which was the finest I had, to scratch the mold. The resin created with this scratched silicone mold had a frosted glass effect. Give it a try if you like. Thank you always for your wonderful ideas. 😊

[@nilsafaga74]

I think the little dots are cute. Your son is so lucky to have a dad who is talented,smart and who has learned from mistakes made. Love love your work.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks so much 😊

[@carolynfrancis-mclucas6185]

Daniel, I don't think you are old enough, but when I was in elementary school there was a song about a "one-eyed, one-horned, flyin' purple people eater." I thought of that when you lifted your hand off the octopus. This is an awesome result. Respect to the original artist for this inspirational idea. (Edited to remove emoji)

[@kendramcwain5008]

It totally fits that song!

[@kimbates9715]

@carolynfrancis. I’m old enough and I still have the 45 to prove it! Lol.

[@daniel..cooper]

Oh yes, now that's gonna be stuck in my head all day! 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@carolynfrancis-mclucas6185]

@@kimbates9715 😆

[@carolynfrancis-mclucas6185]

@@daniel..cooper 🤣

[@karentrevail4142]

Have you thought about trying etching cream to get the Matt finish?

[@daniel..cooper]

I have tried the cream before but it did not work on epoxy 😢

[@muddeeewenched854]

Most beautiful octopus i have ever seen 💖🧜🏽‍♀️🐙

[@daniel..cooper]

The octopus thanks you 😁 😊

[@muddeeewenched854]

@@daniel..cooper your art is stunning and your imagination shines the most irredescent delicious colours to share with us all 😁 thankyou 🧜🏽‍♀️

[@jacquelinesay1972]

Oh Daniel...I have both of those molds. See what you've just started now 🫣🫣you're a legend my friend ❤

[@Craftingbydesign]

There is no time frame to art, more so when experimenting... You Rock!

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😊 🙏

[@caroljoelucy]

Dan you are to art, what Mozart was to music. You are the Picasso of your day. Never stop creating. And stop underestimating you work. " You are good enough "

[@Roulettegrl67]

His work is indeed sick and insane in the best possible way! I can look at his work all day long!👏👍

[@daniel..cooper]

Wow, thanks so much 😊 🙏

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁 😊

[@fairyspunfibers9098]

@caroljoelucy Picasso was *weird,* ... Daniel is *WAY COOL!* (and smarter, imo). 😅

[@muddeeewenched854]

@@caroljoelucy yes Yes YES voiced for us ALL 🐙👁🦄😎🦚🥇🌺🎉🖼🎨🧿

[@katleigh4460]

Hello Sir. I just had an idea that might help you. You had mentioned in this video that you had not been able to find the octopus mold in a matte finish. I thought maybe you could use The Pink Stuff to de-shine the mold you have already. I know that there are several different varieties of The Pink Stuff but I have only ever used the paste that comes in the little tub. So maybe the different formulas have different degrees of abrasiveness. I even thought that a tube/straw brush would be helpful in getting into each of the arms of the octopus. Anyway,. I just had to share with you the thought. I am sure that there are many of your subscribers who have offered their own helpful ideas. So many ideas are zipping through my mind right now after watching this video. AHHH, the rabbit holes that I can't wait to happily lose myself in. LoL Hope you and your family have a great, creative, and blessed day.

[@daniel..cooper]

Yes, that's definitely a great idea! I may try 🤩

[@lizfranklin-kitchen3013]

Four and a half hours? That sounds a BONKERSLY short amount of time for this novice… it can take me that long to make a pair of UV earrings!! (Then again, I’m blind in one eye so can’t see what I’m doing half the time 😂😂) Loving your work, Daniel, thank you for sharing this ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks so much Liz 😊 🙏 💓

[@caregiver55]

As a glass blower who loves a matte finish, I want to suggest a fine grit sand-blasting instead of hand-ruining sanding. Sand blasting units are available in many price ranges (US): it doesn't need to be top of the line for occasional use. Awesome work Daniel!

[@vanthdreadstar8039]

Just came in to say the same thing!

[@daniel..cooper]

Yes, will definitely look into a setup 😁😁😁

[@Momnpop98]

The octopus is the mascot for my "business". ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

🥰🥰🥰

[@TaneKarnes]

For a non-stick assist, silicon spray is available. Automotive dept at Walmart, or parts stores. Sprays clear, let dry.

[@AlpacaMade]

Yes, I enjoyed it very much. Reminds me of a heavy emerald green ashtray from when I was very little. Glass with perfect micro-bubbles. Dad was a regional salesman to high-end retail stores.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁

[@nixonartgallery]

18 hours it was a canvas 3D design with hand-placed rhinestones and 3D figures with a lifelike sea bed. It is amazing.

[@WendyBurtenshaw-yl2hs]

That is totally AMAZING Dan. I LOVE it. I have the Seahorse mould, it's a beautiful mould 😊❤

[@kellyknowlesevans3551]

Absolutely stunning. I have this exact mold and cannot wait to try out this technique!

[@jamieharrison5946]

The second one looks a lot better I would not change anything about it absolutely love it

[@ownsacat]

This is fantastic. I will never do it but I can appreciate it. That's too much work even for one. At least for me. Fun watching you. Great video.

[@melissawagner-wu1980]

I’m excited to see the other molds. It’s a really cool technique.

[@Peacheslaroo]

That is effing beautiful!

[@resincreations]

Wow, This is so amazing Daniel!! I love it!! ❤

[@jenniferr8195]

Amazing octopus! Incredible! Hours, days, weeks, months, years; art just takes how long it takes. It's up to the artist how long it takes. Being a total beginner, I don't have the knowledge to spend a long time on a piece. Love your work and the fabulous ideas you bring to us!

[@Sandra.Sandy.Robinson]

I have the same shell mold set and I haven't had any problems with bubbles.

[@bonny9680]

Looks absolutely amazing Dan. Longest I took was over a week making a one off picture of a multi coloured Highland Coo.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁 Oh wow! 🤩🤩🤩

[@lawstsoul]

For a gel polish matre top coat, maybe try brushing the whole piece with nail primer (or acrylic monomer), a base coat, then the matte top coat.

[@Im2nutzo4u]

Have you ever tried dipping an epoxy piece in acetone or diluted acetone (or whatever solvent reacts with epoxy)? When I was much younger, my sister spilled nail polish on the top of the record player cover and tried to clean it up with nail polish remover. It left a matte spot on a shiny surface. If you could do that, you could maybe get the matte look without scratches.....

[@daniel..cooper]

It could work but I haven't tried yet 😊

[@silverleaf79]

Cool idea! Honestly I think the head would look better with just the tiny dots and not the cabochons, but there's certainly something there.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁

[@frans3474]

This is so cute! It’s a great look 👍 How much time to spend on a piece of art? I personally think it’s much more about the enjoyment and the experience of creating something you love than the time spent doing it. ❣️🌹

[@lordsqueak]

Amazing, and when you got the tentacles just riiight,,, then you can make the mold so you get the frosted and clear areas already done.

[@daniel..cooper]

Yes but again, need to be careful the uv resin doesn't poison the silicone.

[@Mavcj01]

Love it, the tentacles look amazing. I think i would prefer the head shiny as a contrast to the rest of it. (Not sure what colour or flakes but shiny

[@dandaresin]

WOW, is all i can say. You sre such a talent. Your creativity is next level. There is no time limit for art, especially when it is perfection like this. Thank you for sharing, and i hope you are well, Daniel 😊

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you so much 😀

[@nancymedley623]

I love this. Just beautiful.

[@gillianlowton4133]

Amazing. I absolutely love the effect. I’m going to have to try this one, thanks Dan

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Gillian 😁 Have fun creating 🥰

[@firemoonredtalon9487]

I really like the hand placed dots better then the cabs, not sure why maybe they liik more natural to me, either way that octopus is beautiful. 😊

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁 😊 Would definitely look great without the cabs too 🥰

[@kimclayton5814]

I love the octopus ..a starfish will be pretty too. I never have a time limit for a project or piece. I understand that some pieces are more of a labor of love than others.❤

[@daniel..cooper]

That's a great idea Kim! I need a big starfish mold now 😂

[@bobswihart]

I love seeing you use larger sea creature molds. I love the small drops on it. Not sure about the larger cabochon. Thank you for sharing this cool art style. 😊

[@stephanieproud2513]

I am going to try this. You mentioned not throwing away pieces that didn't work out then said to use them as fillers for other products. Can you do a video on that? I would like to see what that means. Keep being AWSOME🎉🎉

[@MsTJPink]

Hey Daniel! This looks awesome, I would have to drill out that head and make it liquid, I posted on your FB some skulls I did, granted it took a lil bit of time, but done complete within an hour. Can you imagine making that big ol' octopus head fluid? If you do try it, once you've drilled the cavity, you need to coat in uv to get it clear, but once that's done, the world is your oyster...or octopus lol My technique came from you, inspiration from your experiments. So, thank you x Quick edit 'cos I forgot lol, I watched a lady that was backing with chameloeon flakes who just used alcohol spray, no uv resin until the end. I tried it, worked brilliant.

[@daniel..cooper]

Great tip! I must try! Yes, a liquid core would be crazy cool! 🤩🤩🤩

[@vezhopkins714]

it wasn't resin but I made a custom horse and made a mould of it, it took 4 months as it took 10 litres of silicone and its very heavy so it was started in march and finally did the finishing details in July XD

[@linda48223]

Daniel, my ResinRocker email ad was all about Mr. Daniel Cooper ....resin PRO! Im so happy for your success 💞

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Linda 😁 😊 🫂

[@krystalkeyes4835]

I'm so in love with it !!! 😍😍😍 Awesome job 😮😊...

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Krystal 😁 😊 🫂

[@BoredWifesProductions]

The results are stunning! It's worth every minute❤❤❤❤

[@nicolesmith7900]

I spent 3 months for my n laws anniversary gift. I made for this past January of this year. I tried it to get it done before October of last year

[@daniel..cooper]

Wow! 🤩

[@chitowntexan]

It's beautiful 😍

[@The-Grateful-Hippie]

Thanks for the heads up on UV resin inhibiting the silicone cure. I have a small mold with multiple flowers that I want to replicate one of them so I can make more of just one design. Ive got 2 made so far in 2 part and my UV came yesterday as I was thinking I could speed it up. I guess not.😂

[@tammytoth5874]

OH MY GOODNESS HOW STUNNING 😮😮😮😮😮 LOVE how your brain works ❤❤❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks as always Tammy 🥰 🫂

[@SarahHill-k9g]

You beat me too it 😂 I have that mould and knew it would look amazing. I don’t think you can have a time limit to art. I’ve spent days on some projects. Love your galactic octopus 🐙🥰

[@c.a.chambers68]

As a wood carver dabbling in resin art the time scales are soooo different but I truly believe it takes as long as you want to give it - I’m hoping to combine the two one day but there’s so much i keep seeing here that I want to try 😂❤😂 I may never get round to it! This is yet another stunning example thank you again 😃 for your videos

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you, I really want to get into wood soon 😁😁😁

[@c.a.chambers68]

Message if there’s anything I can help with 😃👍🏻

[@claudineriduet3805]

Wouhaou !!! encore plus sublime , j'adore la première , mais que c'est beau !!! Tu es trop fort Dan ...MERCI 🥰💖💖💖💖💖

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Claudine 😁 😊

[@tamiannibali6401]

So cool looking!

[@2u2a]

I am hoping that one day you could collab with some nail youtube creators and exchange some techniques. For example you only show eachother some works and the other person tries to recreate the same effect. Kirsty Meaking has a lot of interesting techniques. And even today I was watching her nevest video thinking: oh I wonder if Daniel Cooper has tried this kind of technique.

[@daniel..cooper]

Maybe one day 🥰 Cool, will check her channel out 😊

[@fairyspunfibers9098]

"Kirsty Meaking" oh, no! 😱 Another Rabbit Hole! Argh! Off to check her channel, too.

[@nixonartgallery]

You know we are going to try it

[@nixonartgallery]

Hey TEACH, I have those molds too. I love Octopi.

[@kjirstenboucher9682]

Oh, I love it!🤩 Thank you for sharing about the matte topcoat flaking off the resin,...I was thinking about trying to use it to save time when you mentioned that. It will save me so much frustration!🙏😊 I just appreciate you so much for sharing your experiments and your beautiful art.💯 ✨💖✨🙏

[@daniel..cooper]

You are so welcome! I will get some to try, I think I need to experience it myself before giving a final opinion, I just had viewers saying to to use it on other vids 😊

[@milliefusion7340]

I have quite a few favorite glass artists who do amazing things with glass. My son collects glass art pendants so I have become familiar with some of them. Boscoe Art is one of my favorites.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁 Will check them out 🥰

[@barbarameriton4818]

That is the most beautiful octopus I’ve even seen. What a stunning piece of art! ❤

[@JrBurriss]

This is absolutely stunning. Love, love, love the octopus. The colors are amazing. Love the trial piece as well. Now I want to try it. Thanks for sharing Daniel. Just my 1 cent.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁 😊 🙏

[@saundrawilson3950]

😮❤❤ but octopus is wonderful. I’ve never seen anything like that. This is the first for me and it’s the first time. I really looked at your channel, but I’ll keep following once again gorgeous😊

[@lourdeshambrick6050]

They are both gorgeous! What a great technique.

[@Sharauni]

It looks amazing, omg! I mean, first of all, Octopus, which always gets a yay from me! But then the colors! Beautiful work, as always! ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you so much!! 🥰

[@jeanettewestgarth8271]

Daniel you are a complete and utter legend, I love watching your creations, this is the most beautiful thing I think I have ever seen. Absolutely stunning x p.s I have the first shell mold you showed and have used UV resin in them x

[@linda48223]

I make resin peace lilies without a mold. They take quite a long time. I really love the little "peekaboo" portholes on the matt finish ♥️ 4 hours? Piece of cake

[@daniel..cooper]

Awesome 🤩🤩🤩

[@joburrows9210]

Excellent! Thank you.❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you too Jo 🥰🫂

[@SelenesCreationsByTheSea]

OH WOW Dan you are just DAUM those Ocotopus are jsut gorgeous. I don't think there is such a thing as * too much time* on a piece of work that you are creating. As long as you enjoy your time learning and creating etc thats al that matters.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Selene 😁 😊 🫂

[@charlenemiller1086]

Love it! Maybe a marble shape in the head?

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks, yes, definitely 🤩

[@carolwalters6469]

Wow! Amazing! ❤❤

[@nixonartgallery]

I cannot wait to try this

[@ShazbatJones253]

We need one with a snow globe style head!! ❤❤

[@wendydix5534]

Could you use a mini ‘Dremel’ type tool for sanding these maybe? I absolutely love it 🥰

[@daniel..cooper]

I mentioned this but can give heavy scratching

[@rosanneshale923]

Hi Daniel you've done it again another brilliant piece, it's beautiful ❤

[@adalavin8648]

There's no time limit on a piece of art. That's jawdropping. I love that Daniel.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks as always 🥰🥰🥰

[@gerripeter484]

WOW this is so cool definitely museum worthy or at least high-end knickknack store

[@daniel..cooper]

Wow, thanks Gerri 😊 🙏 ☺️

[@dianeh2420]

Wow oh wow!! The possibilities ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@selinagarza1072]

it came out really neat looking ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Selina 🥰

[@jeanguettler9172]

You have inspired so many, my hubby went out to get me some hair spray so I can try the latest experiment I've tried the baby lotion one, but did not use enough. I can't wait to try the hair spray You are a genius 🎉 Thanks for doing what you do, to help beginners like me as well as more seasoned artists

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks so much Jean 😊🫂

[@paulinehiggins8239]

Brilliant. ❤️

[@sugargmum4517]

Wow 😯Daniel these are amazing 🤩😍 Professor Cooper does it again 👍💯 Thank you Daniel 🥰

[@daniel..cooper]

You're so welcome! Thanks as always 🥰

[@sugargmum4517]

Wendy done a simular sort of thing with her turtles and they come out great 😍

[@LisaVornhagen]

Wow! That is so freaking awesome! I'm blown away by that color and the frosted look! I think this is one of the coolest things you've done so far! I can't wait to see those seahorses! I love those!

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks so much Lisa 😊 🙏 💓

[@vanthdreadstar8039]

Great work, Daniel. I just wanted to mention sandblasting as @caregiver did in the comments, here. There must be something to coat the mold that can give this effect. There are matte mold releases out there. I had one by mistake and could clear coat over it to make it see-through, so that could work for this.

[@daniel..cooper]

Very possible, I will look into it 😁 thank you

[@cherylcombs2728]

One word.....AMAZING

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Cheryl 😁 😊

[@colleenford1078]

Stunning🐙

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Colleen 😁 😊

[@modela6301]

You are amazing brother..love from India ❤😊

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you so much 😀

[@MsPixi66]

Awesome 🐙 👌

[@CelesteandMayMay]

Absolutely amazing pieces.

[@toinettevanschalkwyk8378]

Daniel, you can try those "Scotch Bright" pads or better even the wheel type ones for the Dremel to scuff (matt) your projects. I use the Dremel ones and they work perfectly. It's so much easier than sandpaper.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks, definitely gonna try the pads 😁

[@KustomKre8ted4UByU]

Wow, Wow, Wow Daniel 😮😮😮that octopus is a stunna❤❤❤ Definitely there is no time limit to art, so create until your heart is content with the piece.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you so much 😀

[@louisebernard5780]

What a beautiful piece but worth it for someone you care about or gift

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Louise 😁 😊

[@MichelleFrazier-zt2sd]

I love that your willing to go for it

[@Sathish-um4vn]

Wow amazing daniel ! ❤ !

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks 😁

[@lesleyhenshaw2878]

Daniel, you are awesome, your art is amazing and beautiful. Thank for. Art can take several days to complete, and if you care about your art, as I know you do, then there’s no time limit. Thank you Daniel. X❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you so much Lesley 🥰

[@2u2a]

I am a nailtech and I never had issues with matte topcoat flaking off. Ofc nails are much smaller, but they are also "used" while this piece of art probably wouldnt be put into such stress. And if you are afraid that they might flake off maybe you cound just give it very rough sanding and matte topcoat would stay on better on such surface while giving it eaven finish. Another idea: you can topcoat it with clear uv resin and while it is still sticky apply matt topcoat, then the topcoats could fuse together. For the tiny details you could get yourself some cheap efile. The nail bits are great for those crevasses and they come in pretty fine grits. Also, for bigger caboshons it could be actually easier to file tiny surface so it is flat and then stick cabochon onto it. It might prevent some bubbles.

[@daniel..cooper]

I may give it a try and see for myself, I'm just going by what viewers have said from their experiences. I may invest in a mini sand blasting machine 🥰

[@BlackPearlPanda]

Wow! This is amazing!

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁 😊

[@jacquiw804]

It's stinking great Professor 😅😂. It doesn't matter how much time you spend on a project.... It matters that you are enjoying yourself doing it. I love the way the octopus glows.... Beautiful

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you so much 😀

[@deniseshapiro7145]

❤❤❤ Makes me wish I was under the sea! It's absolutely amazing Daniel. Thank you!!❤❤❤

[@daniel..cooper]

My pleasure 😊 Thanks Denise 😁 😊

[@thatscrewedprude8717]

You're wrong, it is brilliant 👏

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks so much 🥰

[@angelortega7708]

Absolutely amazing and I will be definitely trying it. I have that mold. I also have a bigger octopus that I would like to try it on. Thank you so much for sharing your awesome Daniel.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks as always 🥰🥰🫂

[@artsysimmer]

I think it looks great just the way it is. Great work.

[@rechellethackray]

Hands you a coffee. Dan, I 've noticed you've been getting your 'jords wumbled' a bit lately. Are you getting enough sleep sweetheart? 😂 Wow, the octopus looks absolutely epic! Was thinking if the mold had 'eyes' that could be coloured to bounce color around through the rest of the head? Anyway, your final piece looked absolutely stunning. As for how long I have spent on a little art piece, 6 hours on a love heart mold in one sitting and enjoyed every second. It was so worth it too as it brings back memories of when my sister and I were little and used to build fairy houses together 😊❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Rechelle 🥰 Definitely not enough sleep 🤣🤣🤣