Easy Diy Modeling Paste - Paint Fur and Textures

This is a really easy way to create some modeling paste that will let you paint thick fur texture. In my experiments it dries very hard, and is reasonably flexible. You'll want to do your own experiments to make sure it will work for your project, of course. This recipe just uses drywall joint compound with a dab of acrylic paint.
I've seen other videos with modeling paste recipes using baby powder and glue. If you've used that version, and you try mine, too, please let us know which one you like best. 👶
In the video I mentioned that you can also use plain drywall joint compound to smooth your paper mache sculpture, and if you're interested you can see that video here: • Make Paper Mache Clay ...
The pattern for the giraffe in that video can be found here (hint - it would make a memorable gift 😊): www.ultimatepa...
And I also mentioned that for really heavy, thick fur, you might want to use the paper mache clay recipe instead, along with a fur-stamp like the one I used when I made my grizzly bear. You can see that video here: • How To Sculpt Bear Fur...
The "DIY gesso" that I intended to use for the ram's facial fur doesn't really have a recipe. It's just drywall joint compound with some glue added to make it more brushable. You can use it for some textures, too, but the edges will be softer and less well-defined.
This has nothing to do with this video, but I want to learn how to make cold-cast bronze sculptures. If you're interested in that subject, too, please let me know. And don't forget to sign up for my weekly email newsletter here: www.ultimatepa...

[@smoothsketch]

I love how you are always looking for more DIY sculpting recipes! I got your How to Make Tiny Paper Mache Dogs book with the patterns for learning.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

That's great - have you made any little dogs yet? I hope you have fun with it. 😊

[@smoothsketch]

I just bought the book, and I'm really excited about doing sculptures, the last paper mache I did was with newspaper strips and your method will be a 1000% better method@@UltimatePaperMache

[@regineuhe6657]

Good idea :) I've used compound and acrilyc paint as modelling paste on canvass etc. for a long time, because the paste you can buy really is very expensive. But I'm surprised here, my mix was the opposite, more thick paint and then I poured a bit of compound to it until I liked the consistency for my project. That did of course keep the paste from breaking, you could work the details and it still stayed smooth where you want it. But I like your approach, it is even cheaper, too.

[@rosaelinav8036]

Thank you for letting me know us know. I’ll try it in small items 🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@buh2001j]

Can't wait to see the result in the next video!

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I just posted the new video a minute ago. You can see it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3a4YnyEaZ13m8k Let me know what you think! 😊

[@luemoonba]

Thank you so much.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

😊

[@marquesnazareno7003]

thanks so much

[@UltimatePaperMache]

You're welcome!

[@maleahlock]

I get a very similar effect with gap filler here in Australia. I can never find this joint compound of which you speak but I hope to one day. Thank you for sharing 😊

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Interesting! I assume your gap filler is basically the same as our 'spackle.' Thanks for the tip!

[@timeenuf4200]

You are, as always, amazing! Thank you for sharing. Question: Do you use photos for comparison?

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Do you mean using photos as references when sculpting? I always do that. I didn't when I added the fur to the ram, because it's going to be used as a theater mask, so really small details won't actually be seen. So I rushed through it to get the video done. If it was for something people would see close up, I'd put the fur where it belongs. 😊

[@reaganwiles_art]

is the DIY gesso cheaper than buying a gallon of gesso?

[@UltimatePaperMache]

It's a lot cheaper than the brand I've been using. I've never bought a whole gallon of gesso, so I don't know the answer to that. The DAP joint compound and the glue both cost about $22 a gallon at my local store. I just checked amazon, and it looks like they have an economy gesso for slightly more.

[@kimlemin7430]

I did not try it myself but I think you can just mix fine sand with the cheapest white paint and you get a simular effect. This is what they do at my art school.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I think that would make an interesting texture, but I'm not sure it would work for fur. I needed something really smooth for that - but I might try the sand idea for another project. Thanks for the tip. 😊

[@billbucktube]

👍😊

[@twistedbroom]

When making paper Mache, could I mix a little bit of bleach with the water so that mold doesn’t spread afterwards?

[@UltimatePaperMache]

I haven't had a problem with mold, so I haven't tried it. Some people have told us that clove oil works well for that. Bleach evaporates, so the oil might give longer protection - but the best way to avoid mold is to make your sculpture dry as fast as possible, and then seal it so it can't absorb moisture from the air.

[@harinathkuttan4224]

Hai

[@melbabowen4389]

A lot of folks add glue to that same recipe.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

That's a good idea. 😊

[@pianorevival9690]

Thanks so much for yet another wonderful video! 🧡🐐💜

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@evone9141]

Can you put this in a very shallow silicone mold ? I need it to be somewhat flexible so it doesn't crack being released from the mold.

[@UltimatePaperMache]

It's really more like a paint than clay - I really don't think it would work, but you could try it and see what happens.

[@MaVaLeoni]

Ухты, здорово, потрясающе❤❤❤

[@UltimatePaperMache]

Спасибо! 😊

[@MaVaLeoni]

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[@carolinemoore2489]

Wow I am so happy I have found your channel you are an inspiring warm soul , your creations are beautiful , I cannot wait to give this type art a go , thank you , last time I did this was at school … but 50 this year , have been creating 3cd flowers but wanted to take it further and found you so bingo universe provides if you ask , thank you 🙏