Air Dry Sculpting, part 1 - Foil and Tape.

[@sunnyorianna6415]

I just need to know how many other people watched this video and immediately went out and bought 10 pounds of clay and started creating their own masterpieces? I for one did I've never worked with Clay before besides once in Middle School. Sooo Thanks man for the inspiration and knowledge!

[@gz4coiliam600]

On my way to the store. Thank you for inspiring us!🗿

[@vincentmonet6172]

Errrr yep ✅🏰😋

[@JustDontdoitdude]

I bought the clay then realized i don't where to start, now I'm here 🤟😎

[@jenniessamsung7822]

I bought 2 kilograms of clay lmao. Now I'm just waiting for the sculpting tools to arrive. I'm soo exited to built some sculptures.

[@TheBullterrierFan]

The secret about air dry clay (for avoiding cracking) is slowly adding new levels of clay after the ones before dry. I sculpt 10cm-15cm figures in DAS clay, and so far it's been an awesome journey. Using water helps to smooth it a lot, but once u take it out of foil package, the time starts and it's a race for the right shape. It's also not that expensive (comparing to polymer clay) so if something's not as I want, I just use Dremel to cut that part out and make a new one. What I love about this is - when first level dries a bit and become brighter (2-3 hrs), I just put a bit of water on it, so new layer can stick to it and can easily continue to work on it. It really is a perfect and budget solution for those out there who don't want to spend a lot just trying their new sculpting hobby. It comes in different colours, so everybody can pick what they like.

[@niagara6015]

To save on foil I do the following: for example the head, I would make a ball with a plastic bag/s depending on the size you need and then wrap foil around it. The plastic bags give you bulk (don't roll them too tightly together) and saves on foil. I roll the one end of a plastic bag into the beginning part of the next plastic bag so that they are 'connected'. I pull out the plastic bags 1st. If you roll the ends together like I described above; once you pull out the 1st bag, the edge of the next bag will be free for you to tugg & pull on and that makes pulling the bags out from inside the sculpture easier. Once all the bags are out I pull out the foil. You can reuse the bags again because they are protected by the foil & thus won't get dirty.

[@TheBroodingTom]

That is a pretty cool idea thank you!

[@mrs8616]

Hello. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with the you tube family. I want to say you are the best person I've watched so far because you mentioned the types of clays. This is a point others failed at.

[@audreyemberton1007]

Exactly what I've been looking for, lots of hints and tips for starting out. yours is the only one I've seen that doesn't make it look like you made it in 10 minutes. looking forward to Part 2,3&4 thanks verymuch

[@cherylsullivan7914]

Your first part isn't boring it is necessary 😊 it showed me what I needed to know to start with my air dry clay. THANK YOU & KEEP UP THE FINE ART YOU DO 😎

[@birdy369]

Ive been searching KZbin all day for an informative video about how start sculpting clay, and this is the only one I have found. Its a good video, I'm going to watch the full series and hopefully get some supplies tomorrow so I can get started!

[@kraftjaguar]

If you want a bit more moist and less cracking air dry I recommend the terra-cotta kind of that same brand, I use that exact same clay all the time!

[@angelablea2]

I'd like to add, once the clay was dry I could use knives (exacto is what I used) to carve out some fine details, and sand paper to smooth and add different textures. Thank you for making this video, the spoon tip is GREAT! Lots of great tips I wish I'd seen before I started working with this clay!

[@kaylaswanson6729]

Thank you so much, I was over compressing the under bit and my clay was cracking all over! I hadn't even thought of removing the inside OR leaving room for shrinking. I'm just moving to air dry after years of working with sculpey, I've got bigger projects so this was very helpful!

[@theresahenderson7559]

It's not boring at all! It's very informative!

[@karenhart3802]

I hunted everywhere for someone to show me how to get started , thanks , I will be on my way soon 🌹

[@tiki6240]

i love the sound of the spoon!!

[@absinthesesotericadventure7631]

and the tape too :)

[@breezyslams]

Ikr I love the tape and the spoon sound!

[@thornprick2645]

I didn't understand this when I first saw this comment but yeah love that

[@63doughnut]

This seems a great way to make an armature [ clay is expensive stuff ! ] I'm intrigued when you say you'll extract the armature . So far, I've just left mine inside . Look forward to ypur next vid . THANKS .

[@mslovelyshot]

Pretty sweet you share this knowledge and skill you have!

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@SuperFasterMaster]

Your pencil rack alone is worth a Sub!

[@absinthesesotericadventure7631]

This really helps. I am starting a figurine tonight, was a little intimidated. Hopefully it comes out good so I can give it as a birthday gift

[@newwavepressure6478]

Lol thumbs up for pulling the paper tube out that's something I would do I'm glad you left that in the video hahahaha

[@TheBroodingTom]

Thumbs up for time lapse sculpting in 4K!!! It will get better after this once I start working the clay, hope you guys enjoy...

[@MaryBracken]

Thanks for the tutorial and info😊👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@alisonzawadzka8644]

This has helped me with my project. I'm studying fine art at Hereford College of Arts in the UK.

[@sueworden2548]

It's not boring at all! It's really interesting and helpful. Looking forward to watching the next one. Thank you so much.

[@iamchriss77]

Thanks for sharing, cant wait for part 2

[@TheBroodingTom]

iamchriss77 You're welcome! So glad you're looking forward to this project!! :D

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@Bannedbooks440]

Thanks for this idea to use foil and tape!

[@susanperna4722]

You're an excellent presenter. Thank you.

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@rendibsivad]

10:50 REMIX

[@shumin9164]

Am I the only one who is in love with the pastels holder in the back? XD

[@RosieBrownie]

No I'm OBSESSED WITH IT!!!! 😅😅 It's like the best thing I've ever seen, I would totally sit there and organise those for hours if I had that holder. Oh my goodness!🎨 I need one haha Also, your channel is pretty awesome!! 💕📷🎨

[@holliswilson8461]

This was great thanks. I’m just starting out so I’m following your whole series.

[@sculpturesbyC.D.]

Thanks for your video, I also use foil as my base and armateur. So easy to use.

[@stephencraig8578]

Is styrofoam a good backing agent to use?

[@chuckmaddison2924]

This is what I was looking for. I made a mountain on a Styrofoam armature for a model railroad. I was wondering if I made a mistake with air dry clay as armature may prevent drying inside.

[@pamwatson7327]

Have you tried New Mexico Sheepdog fiber clay. No shrinkage. I love it

[@vividailly2143]

I laughed out loud sooooo hard at the spoon bit, think it took me by surprise! :) Cool video though, thank you!

[@anknaparkin7510]

Thank you, it was very informative and helpful indeed. Looking forward to view the next one.

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@yolandanadamas2930]

Hi dear..I did a head of baby in air dry clay "first time ever ".Ive never worked with clay. I did the luminumfoil and clay over it. I'm let it on table to dry and it cracked real bad..was I suppose to remove the foil ?I'm confused😐. Thank you dear, I love your videos😍 ps. The clay was applied thin also..on skull.😒

[@harishivakumar464]

Can you suggest an alternative for the bulking agent?

[@gillianatkinson6858]

Hi Tom. Greetings from England! :) I just found your channel - and am going to study everything that you've done. I find your lovely voice very calming & inspiring, and as someone who is a total newby to sculpting & crafting generally, i have really found this first part video very informative, and very helpful indeed. Naturally, i'm delighted to subscribe, and am looking forward to sitting down with a cuppa to watch all of your stuff! Hugs, Gilly.

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@stephaniemitchell5940]

Really useful video. Thanks.

[@Art-By-Ashley]

I've always left the armature in when working with air dry, it does crack, but it always seems to crack on places that doesn't have armature in too though, and it's kept out of a draft, not handled etc while drying. I just usually make some slip out of the air dry it's self and fix the cracks. I'll have to try it your way when i've got the chance. :) I also coat it in elmers/pva glue and a tiny bit of water when it's dried to stop it from absorbing all the paint. Can't wait to see your way of doing it! :)

[@TheBroodingTom]

ChickenFromTheMoon Ya you can definitely fix cracking with the same clay you are using for sure. I'll be sure to explain the 2 different options (either removing the armature or leaving it and fixing the cracking) The shellac I use would probably be good for sealing it too, easier at least lol I've mentioned the stuff in other videos I think.. Glad you are looking forward to this!!!

[@silkcustoms520]

I use that 10lb Air Dry Clay all the time and it is Incredible. Goes on smooth as hell and dries with no Cracking. Yeah, A lil messy but well worth it.

[@hansp4767]

@Silk Customs I recently used sculpey air dry clay , it cracked when I left it to dry . The clay which you used ,how much time it took for it to dry ? Also please can you tell me whether you used water to smoothen the sculpture

[@geobar2254]

Nice, we just learned how to beat it with a spoon. LMAO!!! ty for the chuckle.

[@sevenmordep]

Is it ok to use wire to do the armature and then cover it with aluminium foil and masking tape? Or will it still make the clay crack?

[@piydix]

I have the same brand of clay, so this was even more helpful

[@annazuzanna527]

Its not borring!! Its the best video for begginers :) SuperB!! Tusen takk :D Thanks

[@horrored7135]

i want to make a sculpture of buffy out of air dry clay, im not sure if i can do that or not?

[@cliffdariff74]

this is awesome

[@TheBroodingTom]

thanks!

[@scottmclean4237]

Hya bud great work , I will be attempting my first model , it will be the thing from marvel and this method will be great, why did you use the tube by the way ? I’m thinking i could use that and insert some LED lights in an it will them light up from inside

[@WickieHere]

As long as you seal up your air dry clay in an airtight ziplock, it'll stay wet. I've had mine sealed up for a whole year and it's still pliable!

[@68868s]

Very helpful.

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@0000song0000]

Question: shall this kind of armature work for the *regular* clay (the one that has to be baked at 900 Celsius)? I know you cannot leave metal inside because it somehow "explodes" at such temperature, but at the same time have to make it hollow. :O So I do not know what to do. 🙆🏻‍♀️

[@magggie22]

Hi great video....looking forward to seeing how your project turns out....I have always been interested in how to sculpt :) dont be too long making the next video will you LOL!!! anxious to see it ...thanks for sharing :) have a nice day and happy sculpting :) Magz :)

[@lisalovelylpa]

Wow great video , I learned a lot, never did clay before.

[@therustedblonde]

Thumbs up, for sure! I've had some air-dry clay for a long time and haven't known how to work with it. Looking forward to the progress and more tips! :D

[@TheBroodingTom]

Linda Lynn Jacobs Thank you for the thumbs up!! I'm gonna try to keep things simple but super glad you're looking forward to seeing this project!!!

[@sunnysoprano7101]

Is there a difference between the air dry clay that is being demonstrated and the type of air dry clay you can make at home?

[@eclosion8000]

How’s the sculpture holding up all these years later?

[@BaBeepReaperBop]

awesome video! I used the foil and tape armature method in your dragon video and made a chinese dragon with air dry clay. There were zero cracks and almost zero shrinking too

[@TheBroodingTom]

Fisbus if it's a water based clay there is still gonna be shrinkage.. because some of the mass (the clay) is composed of water, once completely dried the amount of mass is less which is what shrinkage is. You most likely just did a great job with the armature by not making it too dense from over compacting the foil. I tried to google the actual shrinkage rate but didn't find much... one site claims 5-15% shrinkage depending on climate, thickness etc BTW grats on the chinese dragon! I wanna make one too =D but I'll stick with polymer clay lol

[@BaBeepReaperBop]

BenJamin white DAS air dry clay and Roco air dry clay, which is only found in my country ._. Polymer Clay Artist thanks for the info! I'd use polymer clay, but we don't have a wide range here

[@paulmoss6857]

Solid overview. Thank you.

[@rhondamagee7459]

lol....do you play the drums (with spoons)?

[@TheBroodingTom]

Rhonda Magee no but I should lol xD I'm not able to play any musical instrument.. but I do beatbox tho but not any good at it I think lol

[@rhondamagee7459]

:) you're silly

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@JDRobertson]

Hey, Did this crack? Curious because I have the same clay and it seems like it might.

[@markalexander9765]

I want to start sculpting... i am thinking I should use air drying clay because id like it to turn into a statue so that i can save my work and maybe even sell a few pieces or give them away as gifts. Oil based clays never dry out so it seems great for practice and building a portfolio, but not for selling or displaying at a show...what are your thoughts, when should you use air dry clay as opposed to oil based clay?

[@angela14962002]

What I think so far? You are so darn creative with your craft! :)

[@aubreyesslinger7781]

thank you!!!! your Coolness!!!! I needed that!!!!

[@alejandrogangotena9033]

how many kgs of clay did it took you to do that?

[@debimohler768]

Is a styrofoam head used for wigs able to be used with air dry clay as an armature?

[@yasmin7903]

I know you used air Dry clay, but how would you do it with clay that needs burning? What could you use instead of the masking tape?

[@emmaxi7449]

what brand of air dry clay are you using?

[@NorahIK]

i wonder if this technique will work for me ,, i'm interested more in building miniature houses out of air dry clay.. will try this technique

[@TheBroodingTom]

NorahIK I'm not so sure about that but anything is possible... but this would be very brittle I think. Wood would seem better for miniature houses I think

[@MrStudzdog]

Chloe? lol Good video so far gonna watch the rest. Very informative thx

[@installgentoo8561]

+Polymer Clay Artist Hey, I'm trying to get into sculpting to understand form and figures better, which type of clay should I go to? Not trying to make a complete, finished product, but more like messing around with model over and over again. Should I go with a polymer / oil based clay?

[@rendtheheavensallthetimele7474]

Install Gentoo most of the polymer clay channels cheat using molds..thats not called sculpting thats cheating. I sculpt not mold the clay..Smh

[@juliejelaco5208]

I make doll faces out of premier air dry clay, Iuse styrofoam ball for the head and I have never had any issue at all with cracks . My dolls are quite small the heads are only 1 inch . I love this clay so much more than polymer clay.

[@veilbreak5867]

Thanks, looking forward to part two! Hope you play the spoon again :)

[@maycel6445]

does the clay crack when it dries?

[@kezanyx]

So sad that my internet wasn't liking your 4K video. I had to let it buffer for agessssssssss but there was no way I was watching it in anything less after all the hard work you went through to get it.

[@TheBroodingTom]

Kerryanne Boer LOL! You don't have to watch this in 4K if your machine can't handle it, or if you don't have a 4k display... You will find that by setting the resolution to 1080p using the gear wheel in the lower right corner of the video it will still look great! Regardless to which setting you use you'll still find the video to be wonderfull due to the huge 1" sensor. (that combined with great lighting and my editing skills hehe) 4k is mainly for people who have upgraded enough to view it (for example: watching youtube on a 4k smart t.v) so if you can't quite watch it just hold off for a bit on that setting and just know that it is there in the future should you ever upgrade (it's getting much cheaper!) Having said that 4k IS amazing to watch even on a 1080p display, albeit it lacks the 1.1 billions colors and sharpness though.. Just saying, you don't have to do it for me I don't mind :D But the thought is MUCH appreciated! Thumbs up'd!

[@TheBroodingTom]

Kerryanne Boer In short, I'm just thankful you even watch these videos... thank you so much!

[@kezanyx]

Polymer Clay Artist I have this new wizz bang 4k monitor that my husband insisted we both get and its so far advanced the only graphics cards capable of using it are full on gaming machines haha. Australian internet isn't fast enough to handle 4k so 1080 it is :) Still awesome, keep up the good work!!

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@thvmuse]

What is that tape called?

[@bahartiryaki3227]

Hi, I bought 12 kg Scola air dry clay to do sculptures, however when my scupltures dry they break easily, they’re not strong enough. Do you know what I can do to prevent this?? Or another brand that’s strong when it dries?

[@htttpcoco]

May i ask, is that Prismacolors in the background?

[@TheBroodingTom]

+Nightcore Otaku's Yes they are, and I made the holder for it and filmed it too... it's a great video. that pencil holder is at least four years old, and still works just fine :D kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpW8aXqdYtuKgrc

[@jimdevo]

I love the video especially when you pulled the cardboard tube out. That was hilarious. However I must ask why is the camera tilted?

[@BlackCat_2]

Yay Easter is behind me so I can get back to normal now. :) I don't think I was on KZbin much for an entire week. :D That is very cool to see your process and I didn't find it boring at all. :D I am curious though if you have ever hit one of your fingers with that spoon? I hope not as I am sure it wouldn't feel too good. :p - Heidi P.S. You make me smile. :D

[@TheBroodingTom]

BlackCat2 Well you just made _me_ smile :D And no, I never hit myself with a tablespoon, but I'm convinced I could use one to defend myself against a burglar during the wee hours of the night! lol! after all, Hobbits are pretty small haha

[@BlackCat_2]

Polymer Clay Artist Glad to hear that I made you smile. :) Also glad to hear you never hit yourself. I would have. :P I am sure you could use it to defend yourself against Hobbits. *giggle*

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@Ia861]

Thanks for sharing! Great video as always :)

[@TheBroodingTom]

Ia861 Thanks I appreciate it! :D

[@deeza72]

love it

[@arifjohn3816]

You are awesome!

[@catralynxeytigress1714]

If air dry clay hardens or you hate your sculpture and haven't sealed it, you can just put it in water and it will re soften.

[@kjjernigan7551]

Thank you

[@belindahowe6287]

thanks got some great tips

[@mindpower2824]

Instead of the masking tape, wouldn't it be easier to use newspaper sheets, glue and water?

[@jayc9631]

How do u recondition ur super sculpey? Mine is hard af :(

[@rendtheheavensallthetimele7474]

Jay C USE babyoil or vasoline

[@ESCAGEDOWOODWORKING]

awesome teacher, great work!

[@stopmotionanimation4932]

Nice video! I'm happy to look forward for seeing the next parts :) (hope my english is understandable) :D

[@TheBroodingTom]

Stop Motion Animation Thank you! And I understand you perfectly.

[@PhysioEmoEnergetics]

Thank you for the tutorial. Could you please let me know where you got 10lbs of clay for $5? I can't find anything cheaper than $15, and I want to buy a lot of it. Thank you in advance...

[@HairsWhatsUp]

PhysioEmoDynamics he said hobby lobby w a 40% off cupon n one at walmart

[@absinthesesotericadventure7631]

you can actually make air dry clay at home for way less, cornstarch and glue with water, there are tutorials for it. I've made some before with much success

[@hurstjames6199]

Hello how're you doing today?

[@beatricecreations84]

merci beaucoup

[@ZOMBIESHARKGOD]

YOU HAVE AN AWESOME CHANNEL BRO!

[@bostonblackie9503]

Thanks!

[@samanthamonaghan2071]

Very useful thank you 😀

[@allthewayalive92]

Came for dat thumbnail 😩

[@suzt22]

why do you remove the armature?

[@TheBroodingTom]

because the type clay I'm using in this video series is air-dry clay, it's a water based clay and water makes up for a lot of the bulk mass of the clay. once it dries out it becomes less than it once was, creating shrinkage. If the core is left in it that would result in very large cracks at least half inch thick all over the place. This is why I prefer polymer clay over the natural water based clays. Polymer clay still has shrinkage, but it's less than 1%!! I'm nearly done with a new video trying out a new clay for me that has 0 shrinkage, apoxie sculpt, made some tusks with it. Great stuff! Twice the cost though =( Thanks for checking this out!!

[@suzt22]

Thanks so much for your answer. Your videos are excellent.

[@oliviastewart1591]

ngl. That thumbnail made me do a double take.

[@ToniAngel58]

Can you use this form for polymer clay too?

[@TheBroodingTom]

Yes, I did this for my Snail Monster project. You can even build out areas like the face and jawline to help reduce the amount of clay your using, and to help simplify the baking process. But for any small parts that may extrude from the sculpture (like horns for example) should have some sort of wire in it, depending on the size of the parts. Also, the overall shell of the structure should be thick enough to give the finished sculpture enough strength, ¼ to 3/8th's thickness depending on how large the structure is. Hope this helps. And thank you so much for taking the time to watch this! Happy sculpting!

[@oyabitv1302]

New sub

[@L_Martin]

10:50 why does this seem like some kind of new massage technique

[@MsVictoriaWolfe]

Omg thank you!!!!