Art Lesson: How to Make Your Own Garden Gnome Using Air-Hardening Clay

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Make your own kitsch Garden Gnome using Mont Marte Air Hardening Clay, Mont Marte Mini Modelling Tools and Mont Marte Silver Series Acrylic Paints!
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[@TheFrozenMind]

Wow! Jack Black is also a great sculpture artist.

[@daemonburns-waight2421]

Fully, the eyes and the energy mainly.. Top bloke, both of em!

[@jaynaarsenault2863]

Lol

[@pptmstrMagiC]

You are the epitome of everything I imagined an artist would look and sound like... I need to step my game up..

[@MontMarteArt]

Maybe yeah! I read a quote once '' to be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment''. I have found a useful by-product of creating art is that it gives you... a sort of freedom to be yourself, its like the ' artyness' is somehow a credible reason for any any eccentricity. ( which it is) So People expect it Archmage-soloman, don't let them down ok :D peace

[@majsmith66]

Simply done yet brilliant! I'm going to get my kids to make some. So will I!

[@ClaytonDeMaine]

Lol i love how animated you are this makes me happy

[@IKZindabad1010]

I might get hypnotis from his magical hand movement

[@shapienails3067]

The ease in which your explaining - I think I could follow along fairly well . Sort of would like to try a Gargoyle only their face seems to be the hardest :(

[@purplewillowart]

Oh my goodness..He's wonderful!!! And with a few "tweeks" he could be a Santa or an Elf.. I would LOVE to see more clay demonstrations like this...

[@vintagetimerplayz9073]

OH MY GOD! YOUR SO GOOD AT BUILDING GNOMES!!! IM JUST INLOVE WITH GNOMES!!!

[@MontMarteArt]

Hello again Maggie22, and your welcome. Yes it should be good and thank for your comments. Mont Marte Joe

[@MontMarteArt]

Yea thats right, what an awsome Idea Purplewillowart!

[@chompachangas]

Awesome, thanks man! I love your energy.

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi maggie22, it's really nice to meet you too. Yeah the air dry clay is fantastic. Thanks for the lovley comments that's very nice of you to say and were really glad you are enjoying the lessons and we'll keep it up :) Mont Maret Joe

[@alphadragon1700]

I'm going to try this out for my project. Thank you MontMarteArt!

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi Alpha Dragon, glad you like it and please post the photo's to our facebook page or our gallery when you do! Thanks for the comment too :) Joe

[@yanaiweiss4101]

There i was, high AF, thinking, “how do i make a garden gnome”. Looking back on this this video is so amazing

[@lisahouston4274]

Im glad to see your mother dosent allow you to use power tools, :) happy crafting

[@magggie22]

over a week is a great length of time, good to know this thank you...not that I intend to leave a project for that length of time but it is very helpful to know how long the clay stays workable for... so I am presuming after that length of time it will no longer be workable...will it crack in that length of time as well as harden? love your Gnome, can you make it for outdoors if so how and what to use... what do you seal your finished projects with...and before or after painting?... ty :)

[@elliotmcdeville1117]

I love this man!

[@MontMarteArt]

Hey seth, yes you are quite correct. Thanks for the comment :) Peace Mont Marte Joe

[@MiG2880]

This is great... :) I'm designing gnomes myself at the moment, but i'm yet to actually touch the clay yet. It was a little daunting to just jump into it, but you've really given me a method I feel can use in confidence. I particularly loved how you used art materials for the armature.. Very fitting. You've given me a lot of ideas, my friend. Thank you :)

[@linaalsadi7275]

Thanks for sharing I needed this so so much for my garden and some other decorations

[@MontMarteArt]

yay, what is a garden with out some gnomes I ask you? Just make sure you seal it really well so it's nice and waterproof and thanks for commenting. Mont Marte Joe

[@doforanimals]

Wow! That turned out great! Love it.

[@MontMarteArt]

Hello there citychickgirl, nice to hear from you again :) Yes that's a good idea, if you do, use a gloss medium for this, the Gloss medium does two things, it seals and waterproofs the sculpture even more and as you you say it also adds a nice sheen. Happy creating. Mont Marte Joe

[@donnadecicco]

I love your work, I'm making mine 3" but seeing yours makes me desire making larger ones, thank you!

[@MontMarteArt]

Your welcome Donna, and good luck with your gnome. :D

[@donnadecicco]

thank you, you made me re-think my beard, yours makes more sense!

[@The_cybertronian_warrior]

I love it

[@brandybarton5893]

b I made a lawn GNOME

[@oiypidoypi]

You don't mind telling us... this is very exciting

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi Maggie, yeah life happens and we some times get so consumed by it we don't have time for the things that we do for enjoyment when we would like, and yes clay becomes a bit leatherery as the amount of water dissappears. Seal it with Mont Marte Silver Series Acrylic Paint, it will be nice and waterproof then. :) Mont Marte Joe

[@bren7080]

If only I had the dedication and materials to do this, I would have the perfect Gnome Chompski :P

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi bren7980, Yeah I wasn't aware such a character existed as i'm not a gamer, but I think that is all the more reason to create him. Thanks for commenting :)

[@bren7080]

MontMarteArt Yep. The gnome you made looks almost EXACTLY like Gnome Chompski. Almost.

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi there!!!! nice to hear from you Sarah Elizabeth, really good words of advice, there are to many lemmings haha, and I could'nt agree more. have an awsome day to you :) Mont Marte Joe

[@MontMarteArt]

Helloooo there jjweasy12, yes absolutely it can, what kind of a monster would create garden gnome and not allow him in the garden! Hahah but seriously just make sure he is totally sealed with acrylic paint. I generally advise to apply 3 coats. Enjoy your gnome jj. MMJ

[@magggie22]

so if I can't complete my clay project I can leave it and it will be okay to carry on with it obviously covering it up ... but do you cover it with a damp cloth only, or damp cloth plus cling wrap...LOL!!!... just wondered what is the best way to cover uncompleted work till ready to proceed with it...not very good at explaining but hope you get what I mean LOL!!!... thank you :) magz :)

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi maggie, it depends on how long in-between modelling sessions you intend to be. I like to cover it with a damp tea towel and then cling wrap. The clay will stay moist for over a week. Mont Marte Joe

[@MontMarteArt]

I will keep that in mind Omynickeltye. Thanks for commenting.

[@roseblack9257]

Thanks for sharing

[@spoonido]

Well done, "over the top" artist!

[@davidwade3505]

Love this, great presentation

[@MontMarteArt]

+David Wade Not enough importance is placed on garden gnomes now days is there!

[@doforanimals]

We need some Mont Marte products in the USA! Until then, I'll just imagine a little Joe gnome in my garden :)

[@ctgardener]

Awesome!

[@MontMarteArt]

Glad you think so!

[@CarrieP-W]

That's the best gnome I've seen!!😊 Thanks, I learnt lots of sculpting tricks from you in this vid! I want to make a statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus or Saint Francis or Our Lady for my garden. From reading the comments here, I gather that the air dry clay is weather proof if painted in about three coats of acrylic plus a medium gloss varnish.

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi Carrie, great to hear that you picked up some tips and tricks from the video! Yes that's correct - 3 coats of acrylic plus a medium gloss varnish will make it weatherproof. And just a handy hint for you - if you're creating a large sculpture, it may crack a little while drying, but you can fix this by filling the gaps with wet clay :) Once that's all dry it will be ready to paint!

[@CarrieP-W]

@@MontMarteArt great, thanks very much for that good advice.☺️

[@MontMarteArt]

@@CarrieP-W you're welcome!

[@MontMarteArt]

@@CarrieP-W you're welcome!

[@megviola]

How long should I wait before I paint? I'm making mine now and I'm thinking to paint with acrylic transparent Mod Podge so that the statue remains white. :) I'm having so much fun!!!

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi megviola, you really want it to thoroughly dry, depending on the temperature this will take about 72 hours. You can then repair any cracks ( if there are any) with thinned clay. Once it is dry you can then give it 3 coats of your sealer of choice. Keep the coats thin and obviously allow them to dry in-between coats. This way your gnome will last indefinitely. Im glad you are enjoying the project too. Air dry clay is a fantastic versatile medium aye! keep on creating Joe :)

[@megviola]

Thank you so so much for the information! now mine is almost done! I'm looking forward to your new videos! thank you!

[@nosignaturerequired]

What are some suggested sealers? I'm new to clay (well, as an adult, I used to play with it as a kid) and not sure what would work for outdoor use. Was going to put it in the yard under a small tree, would that be protected enough from sun/weather or should it be on the porch?

[@MontMarteArt]

Hello there maggie22, I have some ideas for a realistic figure sculpture so stay tuned. :) Mont Marte Joe

[@0RedTree0]

Love this

[@MontMarteArt]

Glad you likey :)

[@MitchelPie]

Would this be safe outside in the rain after it's hardened and painted?

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi there, thanks for reaching out! If acrylic paint is applied over the dry clay it will be weatherproof. We recommend applying three coats of paint, allowing each coat to fully dry before the next is applied. Hoping this helps! 😊

[@magggie22]

do you think you could do a tutorial on making wire armatures, attaching the clay to them and also how to do a portrait sculpture.... I am interested in all of these and also relief carving in clay, and how to attach the clay to fixture (wood etc :) also love figures LOL!!! ok so I am getting a bit carried away but all of these really interest me :) thank you for your time and for sharing your brilliant talent :) love it :) magz :)

[@denasewell]

is your clay available in the USA...Love your tutorials ..you have such a great personality!!

[@Wafferman2000]

Genius! very nice work sir.

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi GrimDeathUltra, every body needs a blissed out garden gnome ;)

[@fiercephoenix4389]

The history books really don't say anything about how friendly and creative Che Guevara was.

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi doforanimals yes it real fun. Will you be making a gnome for your garden? :) Mont marte joe

[@randomch405]

We watch you in art class.

[@briandora]

is this clay available in the philippines ? also once you make a design of a particular gnome is there a way to protect it from being copied ?

[@Loto76]

This is awesome! Thank You!

[@citychickgirl]

should i glaze it to give a nice sheen???

[@MontMarteArt]

Heeey that's awsome, randomch405, thank you! peace Mont Marte Joe

[@MontMarteArt]

Yes oiypidoypi, I'm quite selfless like that, I believe that everybody has the right to know of impending excitement :) Mont Marte Joe

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi dinodan2004, that's really cheered me up and its great to hear! That lesson has been a little slow. Thanks for letting me know and I hope it worked out okay. Mont Marte Joe

[@magggie22]

Hi again Joe :) thank you so much for all your replies :) really looking forward to you doing the realistic figure sculpture I am sure that will help me and others a great deal ...great and thank you again :) I love art very much and I do know and understand what you mean to lose yourself in it :) Have a nice day everyone :) magz :)

[@MontMarteArt]

We are working on that doforanimals, and yes Joe gnomes, I think they could really take off Haha

[@magggie22]

Hi nice to meet you :) just discovered the air dry clay wow!!! looks a great product going to buy some can't wait to try it... wanted to try sculpting portraits only learning at this stage, love your art works wow!!! you are so very talented... love the gnome, polar bear, piggy bank, and your drawings and painting awesome :) keep up the great work very inspiring :) magz :)

[@jjweasy12]

Can this gnome be put outside

[@MontMarteArt]

Glad ya like it PickleJar251, thank you! MMJ

[@jjweasy12]

Can it be put outside

[@MontMarteArt]

Its what we do

[@susannorman4483]

Wouldn’t you save a lot of clay by making a mold from wire and foil first?

[@always2bfaithful]

Susan Norman , I have a suspicion they're trying to sell more clay. Seeing as the video is produced by the clay manufacturer.

[@purplewillowart]

I just thought I'd cast my vote here.... Leave your hair and face as is.. Why mess with perfection, right?

[@Templarbroadsword]

Very good

[@MontMarteArt]

Yup gnomes are awesome huh

[@chanellemartinsen7677]

New here I love your videos thank you !!

[@michaelmacaoidh4124]

Are they water/weather proof?

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi Michael yes if you seal the sculpture with Acrylic paint it is weather proof. I suggest 3 thin coats. Thanks for the enquiry. Joe

[@alptugtokatli]

amazingggggg

[@wizzarin424]

You forgot to spray it with a clear coat to protect both the paint and clay from weather and UV.

[@tomam1100]

I want my gnome to say "My you're a tall one" when somebody looks at him.

[@JosetteLaCrevette]

Where can we found the pdf you mentioned in the video?

[@MontMarteArt]

joanie dubois here www.montmarte.net/assets/Uploads/files/How%20to%20make%20a%20Graden%20Gnomepdf.pdf Have fun with your Gnome :) joe

[@JosetteLaCrevette]

Thanks I will try to shape a cake like this as my friend requested! If it doesn't work, I will try to do it in argile and give it to her haha! Probably easier!! :)

[@donaldduck5173]

Cool xD

[@darwinsantiago9861]

Come on guys keem is a FUN-GIY

[@whitevsdarkasmr]

I wish it was more longer and detailed.

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi there, thanks for commenting! 😊 You can see a step-by-step guide for this project in the download PDF lesson on our website (www.montmarte.net/mont-marte-tv/view/how-to-make-a-garden-gnome ). Happy creating! 🎨

[@KrAeMeAt]

ILL BUY IT FROM YOU PLEASEEEEEEE!

[@MetalheadRich8714]

I'm gonna make a Keemstar Gnome

[@aspebb]

So this is how you make a Keemstar.

[@MontMarteArt]

Hahaha surely you jest, but thanks anyway :)

[@cliffford1790]

just start watching at 3:50 for a good chuckle

[@thaty7945]

Eu queria ataranto o material da Mont mart .. Pena que é muito caro😔

[@MontMarteArt]

Hi there, thanks for your feedback :) Our goal is to create quality art supplies at affordable prices. If you'd like to check the RRP of any of our products, feel free to direct message our team through Facebook or Instagram and we'd be happy to help.

[@thaty7945]

Mont Marte Art obrigada por responder, eu iria adorar conhecer os produtos, sei que são de ótima qualidade, por isso expressei meu desejo, mas sou do Brasil e para comprá-los fica muito caro. thank you for answering, i would love to know the products, i know they are of great quality, so i expressed my wish, but i am from Brazil and to buy them is very expensive.

[@rahiemyoung866]

I figured out how to get around a lawn gnome they game goofy

[@ralvepetty3420]

this is if weird al and jack black had a love child and it became an artist making the gnome from fortnite

[@joannegee1650]

This doesn't work - no matter what one does air dry clay cracks over a hard armature. This doesn't work - I tried it - also the way this is constructed - it is way too thick too ever dry - bad instructions!

[@highonreality3665]

Haunted😱

[@MontMarteArt]

Awww sorry to hear :(

[@Harito_]

Oh noo

[@ccggccggggccggcc]

brew your own keemstar gnome*

[@sethhall9551]

This dude is a weirdo.