I Made a HUGE Epic KRAMPUS Figure from Scratch!

[@aceofclay]

Let me know what you think of my Krampus!! I would love to make more figures like this-let me know what you'd want to see! Check me out on Instagram and Twitter @aceofclay

[@chitichbishowkarma8798]

Dayum

[@Shad0w427]

It looks amazing and so cool ! could you please make the hunter from little nightmares 2? Im so eager to see it!

[@capk4125]

Can you make the poppy playtime monster Huggy Wuggy ik the name sounds lame but it acc a dope monster

[@candicemayer6130]

Do a Christmas mutant!

[@ArcaneGinger]

Did you get married?! I see you wearing a ring in this! Congrats! Unless you just take your ring off so it wont get messed up with clay? lol Krampus is creepy!! the hands make me shutter but so does ...all of it. Good Job!

[@GraveyardLoon]

Man, I'm at a loss for words...I absolutely love every sculpture you make but this one mayyyyyy just be my FAVORITE of em all 😍😍😍

[@aceofclay]

Thank you my dude!!

[@Adrianaisjawsome]

You’re everywhere I am 😂

[@laseriguana]

Bro ya this sculpture is the best he's ever done on the channel

[@summerpulizzottosaveukrain9252]

You are sooo nice and kind and generous graveyard loon

[@adoreibles6416]

Dear Mr. Looney, You make some pretty awesome stuff yourself!

[@alicebailey1314]

As someone who watches Dollightful all the time; when it comes to hair she usually says to make the lengths of yarn double the length of what you need for the wefts, as a rough guide, because of how much you brush out. She also uses a pet hair brush which works best for brushing out yarn. But this was amazing! I love this Krampus!

[@sandraleeluchsinger9619]

Bambi, this is the first time I have seen Ace of Clay - amazing. He should check out Hextian on his way of making wefts of hair. Amazing doll/sculpture…..

[@StellaBella488]

Gonna go ahead and subscribe to Dollightful and Hextian. I’m just getting into this kind of art and I’m a bit obsessed. Great suggestion

[@Friendstoyourend]

Both are seperate people who do things their own ways

[@Friendstoyourend]

My point is Anthony, is allowed to do things his own way and shouldn't be told to do it the same way Also these were the only times he used yarn, Dollightful and Hex are doll customizers meaning they work with it all the time, it's like telling someone who only grew lemons twice but mostly grows apples to grow their lemons like 2 seperate popular lemon growers

[@joneuniquew.3877]

@@Friendstoyourend he referenced Dollightful to make hair but he may not have actually seen the process, he just seen what was used really quick. Which is why the original commenter brought up her full process

[@joannabaparileszczynska]

“I forget what I’m doing whilst I’m doing it” - sounds very familiar. I just force myself to not think about anything else (no, it doesn’t work) Truly an epic sculpture

[@scardoesart]

same, I am so forgetful I don't know how I manage to finish anything I start haha

[@Tiffany-6910]

I think you’re one of my favorite art channels. I appreciate that you’re not loud, overly produced or gimmicky. You’re just a genuine guy, sharing what you love with the rest of us so we can get that vicarious kick while learning something along the way. I appreciate your format and your presentation style!

[@Marzipan_7]

Agree, he's so cool! His videos are so relaxing too =)

[@tanyapoe5490]

Poppen Atelier makes doll hair out of yarn often and the way she does it is so effective. You should maybe watch some of her videos if you ever do this kind of thing again.

[@audreygargus6845]

Omg! Love her channel!!

[@tanyapoe5490]

@@audreygargus6845 She is incredible. I never miss a video of hers.

[@PrincessFidelma]

I got very stressed when he started brushing it out while holding onto the yarn, my mind was screaming "WHY HAVEN'T YOU KNOTTED IT AROUND A THING????"

[@tanyapoe5490]

@@PrincessFidelma haha yeah me too.

[@PrincessFidelma]

Poppen Atelier's Shaman doll video started playing straight after this... spooky :-)

[@mistalina13]

This project looks so AMAZING. 🌟 For yarn hair I've seen lots of doll artists use a wire pet brush if that helps. The wires in it are much finer and closer together.

[@snowpuppies1]

Like a slicker brush

[@siead]

to add to this, unravelling the twist helps too. then you get two or three easier-to-brush strands instead of one harder-to-brush.

[@SynasterHax]

Yarn fibers are about four inches long, so completely untwisting and brushing them out would have made a much shorter beard. I think the method that Ace used was just fine. Besides, it made the beard look a little matted which adds to the look. 😊

[@Jessielude]

Yessss. I legit couldn’t watch as he ssscrrraaaped the wire across the table. Such heebie geebies, lol. Like nails on a chalkboard. Anyone else??

[@SynasterHax]

@@Jessielude lol same. Then again, I don't know what surface WON'T make that kind of noise with a metal brush.

[@dothebunnyhop4026]

You've made an artdoll sculpture, and I'm in awe. The dirty grimy details, the chains, the expression, and the fabric-! There's something special about using multiple media in projects. Maybe it's the texture or the realistic appearance! You absolutely nailed it, man!

[@sphere7158]

More Christmas monster, please

[@alphagamma19]

The Yule Lads!

[@TellItAnimated]

Hey man, this is an awesome sculpture, glad to see your channel growing :)

[@andersbrandt7131]

i love ur vids dude

[@laseriguana]

Dude I watch your vids all the time me and my little brother love them

[@aceofclay]

Thanks so much! Means a lot coming from you!

[@Doom_rusher650]

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[@1525kat]

THIS IS OUTSTANDING! I do a lot of Krampus items and I love this head - another new great look. A tip about Stiffy - it is simply watered down PVA glue (we often use it for cheesecloth ghosts). Mod Podge just has an extra chemical. Your problem was the fabric - neither like polyester, prefer natural fiber (cotton). Another tip - put your liquid in a ziploc bag and put your fabric in (uses less than a bowl), squish it around to saturate and then pull it out using the top edge as a squeegee. This keeps the mess less! Thank you for all your work, techniques, lessons and just flat out great entertainment!!!!!

[@makeapathpresents]

That's awesome!

[@TheSpookySculptress]

There’s nothing you can’t do I swear ! This is freakin AWESOME Anthony!

[@meauxgee]

I love this! Your little side eye was hilarious while you were squeezing the paint out. 😂 The different angles, the sculpture, everything about this video was amazing. It kept me engaged and waiting for the next step. 💜💜💜💜

[@seanwallace1700]

This is cool, I would really like to see a full bodied sea serpent or kraken (full bodied as in showing the entire body, no parts of it under water).

[@scardoesart]

This is so fricken cool! I would love to see more of this kind of thing, how about some sirens/mermaids or maybe a horror elf (you could lean into christmas elf as it's the holiday season or go more fantasy)

[@lechatbotte.]

More nightmares before Christmas, hee hee. It’s great that you show how much time and effort goes into these pieces. Don’t think some people understand all the time involved. This is epic!!! a great job.

[@dragonjade7790]

Sally Stitches

[@surreal_nihilist]

Every time Anthony does mixed media it becomes a breathtaking sculpture. I love it.

[@ariahazelwood3842]

I had no idea you could sculpt at this level!! I joined at the mutant series so I've never seen anything like this. It's amazing 🤩

[@spoons6589]

Yeah that's the Art of Anthony new crazy cool stuff every week

[@Zoe-Eves]

Love the fact you point out the lint in the clay, I can never keep my clay clean either, so that and you saying you are nervous about painting him is so brilliant, it just makes you more grounded and reassuring to other artists. He is awesome, ah those hands! His coat, the whole look of him is brilliant, love him 😮

[@aaronhelms3446]

Look at Ace, dropping "pygmy tarsier" like it's no big deal! :X I love this one, it looks so cool!

[@Phenominis]

Man, every figure you make is a pure masterpiece, but this one takes the cake for me. So much intricate detail on such a large scale model, it's just too cool!! Well done!!

[@nathanking4234]

This was awesome! You should definitely show us your oven and your baking process!!!

[@caniusdirus]

As a person who isn't -super- into Christmas, I will gladly make an exception for Krampus. He's perfect btw. Well done! Hope the epoxy sculpt didn't give you too much trouble like it did while sculpting the dragon head.

[@pebbleuwu4171]

I find all of your videos so calming, even when you are sculpting the most scariest things, please keep creating 🖤🖤

[@HyperionBorg]

Really enjoyed this video but have a couple of suggestions for you: I think Krampus needs A few details such as a chin, a large wicker basket for tossing bad children into and some birch branches clutched in his left hand that he uses to whip the feet of the children as well. If you are a die-hard Krampus Fan then you will probably want to add a snake like tongue also. For ease of creating the hair pick up a draw card called a Hackle. It will make creating any hair you want a bit easier. Nice work here! If you are interested in more "Cloth Mache'" I highly recommend you take a look at Dan Reader's Book "The Simple Screamer". Quick question: Can you please tell me the make of the larger sculpting tool you use with the brass elongated ball on one end and the brass pointy on the other? I can almost make out the brand on the handle in the frame of your video where you are inserting the unpainted horns but not quite. Thanks!

[@marnaluntartist]

This is exceptional!! I loved watching every second. Seeing how excited you got whilst making him, it was infectious, I wanted to cheer with you at the end. I love this format of video. More, I need more!

[@emmasimpson1573]

when he was bending the armature for the hands i got the familiar shiver of arachnophobia but truly this sculpture is beautiful, amazing, dandy, and just plain inspiring

[@oneeyedartist7343]

You’ve been hyping this up so much, I think that it will be super cool!

[@Jendramahuron]

so incredibly talented, yet another amazing piece! Anyone else been low-key crushing on Ace for years? haha so talented, so funny and charming, sculptures everywhere...his wifes a lucky lady

[@tahsyr]

He is stunning! The details are intense, he is so creepy! You did an amazing job, we are proud of you too ❤️ Seeing the struggle with the yarn I suggest next time trying needle felting wool (merino specifically) because it is already smoothed out and can be matted easily between your fingers for texture. Also, this did not feel like a long video, it was fascinating to see your process ❤️

[@WeblightDreams]

Very creepy but amazingly put together. Awesome creation.

[@EdWilliamsPDX]

WOW! Anthony, this is by far one of the most epic pieces you've done. Thats saying a lot next to your other awesome work. Amazing, beautiful and creepy as heck. Nicely done!!!

[@vexistentialist]

Fantastic job. Truly amazing work. Watching Krampus (2015) each year has become a holiday tradition in my house. This is a perfect representation of the character.

[@BB-TheCandleFairy]

Yessssss! The shadow of St.Nicolas! I love the Krampus movie so much, it was the first horror movie I’ve ever watched, and I’ve been able to convince my family to make it a Family tradition to watch it every Christmas season! Also, a fact about the movie: It was based of of movies like Dark Crystal, Gremlins, and The Labyrinth. (So everything is puppets!)

[@lilyHussey]

I want to see more like this!!! Bigger and fabric mixed with sculpture is a crazy cool 3D type of creating and I loveeee it

[@seven9arts]

For some reason I thought this was a life size sculpture! No matter how big it is, it is simply aaaamazing!!!!

[@krazzin8990]

its because of the thumbnail

[@kaylaleist2399]

PLEASE do more multimedia sculptures! I am here for it. Love it, as always.

[@saraestridge3183]

He’s legitimately so beautiful. He’d be such a great Christmas decoration!

[@snailsofneon]

Dude this project is astonishing. It’s so cool to see your art throughout the history of the channel improve more and more and develops new techniques or use new methods!

[@Howard_T_Duck]

I’ve been waiting for this day!!!!!!!! Krampus is my favorite character like ever! It would be an amazing spectacle to see you attempt the jack in the box from the movie

[@killerkeksie3465]

Krampus is no „character“. He is part of my culture,like santa or the easter bunny for Americans

[@Howard_T_Duck]

@@killerkeksie3465 ok

[@khenscheid0213]

I want to start getting into more sculpting because it's my favorite art form. Watching you is just so amazing. You make things look so much easier than they are. Your Krampus is fantastic!

[@killernutreba]

I used to work at JoAnn, and we were told to ask everyone what they’re making. I imagined you getting asked that and had a good chuckle at what I imagined their reaction would have been 😂

[@estherchartier4166]

This is INCREDIBLE. I cannot even

[@LepimVmeste]

I will dream of such a dream and you will not want to sleep anymore, appreciate my character from the game brawl stars named lola.

[@orewatowi]

Love the mention of Dollightful, I love her work! I think doing mixed media sculptures are absolutely incredible. Looking forward to seeing the next one!

[@TheCrippledCrafter]

Re the hair/beard: You needed to take apart the wool to start with. Ya know, how you said it is made of more than one smaller twisted thread.... untwist that first.... THEN brush it out. A wire pet brush is best because if has finer teeth. That said, you did awesome! Just trying to save you time going forwards. x

[@Lisa_Flowers]

Loved the more personal touch of this video and that it wasn't just the usual voiceover. And of course, the sculpture is AMAZING. You've really outdone yourself with a lot of these recent sculptures, you've grown so much as an artist.

[@meixingprofit3753]

The details, the paint, the outfit, and the horns, everything came out wonderfully perfect!

[@chrismuramatsu6600]

You have every right to be thrilled with your Krampus. I love mixed media sculptures. The face is outstandingly creepy and beautiful at the same time. Congratulations on this one!!!

[@genevievejones4661]

Dollightful uses the thicker version of the thin yarn you used. I think it is called acrylic yarn. Not sure. But you did awesome with krampus regardless!!! I love it. Oh and a pet flea comb works wonders to come out the yarn.

[@rafiqkatana]

Fantastic sculpt and designing. This would have been Epic on the Cover of that Sculpey magazine. It's very eye catching and professional. And the Best Krampus I've seen to date.

[@racheltermors7772]

I think this is one of the best sculptures you’ve ever done…every part is spot on. Awesome

[@sharonpedersen8917]

This piece is awesome. You’ve come along way making hands! Please do more pieces this size. Love it!

[@breeanashaw1732]

This gets me really in the mood for the holiday season and I really love this sculpture of Krampus

[@NathanReynoldsDesigns]

Best one yet by far!!! We need more of this kind of thing!!!!

[@andrewklimko1226]

It was amazing to watch the entire process. It was long but definitely worth the time. See you next week.

[@JamesBond-wy6zb]

Wow!! really happy that you're using new materials not just clay, I like the idea of a long video with the whole process.

[@wilumward6570]

Amazing. You should tease the final piece in the thumbnail though. Would make the reveal more exciting.

[@samanthadean1083]

Krampus turned out fantastic!!! But he should be holding one of the bells that he leaves!!! Could you please make his evil elves? Or the creepy Jack in the box? Also, I would love to see you make the rest of the Dragon!!! 🐉

[@AMiniki]

I don’t care about Christmas, lots of unwanted memories attached. But Krampus is right down my alley. Love it!

[@bbmeltdown2665]

Among your best sculpts - definitely a proud moment and amazing addition to your clay crew and holiday bunch.

[@sujones3731]

Love it, especially how the robes turned out. Btw use a cat or small dog slicker brush for turning yarn into hair.

[@euniceappling7912]

Awesome as usual. I live all the gory details

[@Countryquilting]

You can sculp anything! YOUR THE BEST AT SCULPTURES ANTHONY!

[@torquess454]

Holy carp! What a project!! Still in the beginning of the video and I’m shook already at your hands!! Can’t wait to see the result.. I’ve heard that a mineral spirits/oil paint makes the best washes, ever try that? Glad you got the yarn hair worked out! The fibres are at most 3 inches long, so when fully brushed out (with a hair brush or cat brush, those bristles of yours are too stiff if you don’t want it straggly) you have to get creative for length, and generally you start from the bottom up when applying to the head, like adding shingles. He’s sooo wicked!!! Love him sooo much!!! Great job buds!!!

[@lorihaney8296]

I subscribed to your channel last year and have loved all of your amazing details you add to your sculptures. You are incredibly talented and awesome! Loved your very detailed work. You are so inspiring, I can’t say it enough, I love your work! I am a mixed media Crafter [ Running With Scissors Mixed Media Arts (definitely NOT on your scale)] and I use a lot of the same products that you do, perhaps these tips might be of use to you. Pour your Mod Podge in a zip lock bag and squish it until saturated. Mix a strong solution of warm water and Instant coffee in a spray bottle for “antiquing” or dirtying up your project. Try using alcohol ink to change the color of metals. The color mushroom is perfect for this. On another note, I sent this video to my son ( who I think looks like you... that’s why I tuned in the very first time) Shawn said he even thought it was him at first! My 97 year old mother (long time portrait artist) always wants to watch you when she visits! We all love and appreciate your many talents, LOVED Krampus!

[@DINHVANTAM-QTRI]

very beautiful. I also do sculpting, painting imitation wood, painting imitation marble

[@TashaMarie555]

I loved every second of this sculpt. You're magic and your Krampus is amazing. Great job as always

[@kellymichel7679]

This is by far your best work yet. Other than a couple tiny details it looks JUST LIKE the one in the movie... LOVE IT!!!!!

[@thevoiceofwisdom]

I love that really natural but quality video

[@amyeaton882]

I've never seen Krampus before, but this sculpture is awesome! I'd be freaked out if he came for me! Love this sculpture!

[@emmastanberry5963]

Epic! He turned out SO well! I really love this creation and the video, but I also loved seeing your enjoyment in working with new materials and a larger project, more of THAT please! 💗

[@ibaneznatha]

the smile after seeing it complete x) we've all been there man, this is so awesome

[@KitsuNEko100]

man, make more of the big stuff. it really shows your potential. love that

[@EvanVerse]

Damn thats a hell of a hunchback

[@h-bombjurina2923]

Your attention to detail is mind blowing! AMAZING work!

[@tzak7978]

Loved the larger size!! It was great to see you do bigger hands than usual. Great job!!

[@FairyHomeFun]

Ace thanks for really explaining all your steps again and for the tips. And showing how you use your tools. Also taking your time to talk in detail about what you are going to do and why you are doing it. It really helps me to understand how to go about sculpting. Krampus looks great! YOUR THE BEST !

[@josephines.creatures]

I loved your crafty approach, and the use of different mediums on him! As a doll customizer I was really worried there for a second, but the hair and beard turned out so cool, the 'badly' brushed out yarn looks like old matted hair, perfect for Krampus! Great job Anthony!

[@devilschild2597]

Dude! this is BY FAR one of your best creations ever! And I'd expect nothing less from you, you are incredible! Krampus always gets me into the early Christmas mood and you've sure accomplished that VERY early for this year! Can't wait to see your future projects!

[@angelicaformissouri]

its amazing, the hunch looks detached from the rest of the body though. I love the face and hands, the paint job is perfect as always!

[@herm4041]

I love everything about this video. Your sculpture is epic and this style of video is my favorite! Love the candid moments, the side eye, all of it! Thank you for this!!

[@dmmomma]

You have def mastered tones and shading on all of your builds. Really excellent work.

[@maryannadkins2705]

I have been WFH in a hybrid schedule. The work is intense and frustrating. I was watching this video today and seeing your process brought my joy. Thank you so much.

[@TheMossey2003]

Great job as always could you try and make Frau Perchta? Frau Faste (the lady of the Ember days) or Pehta or 'Kvaternica', in Slovene. Again awesome work ❤

[@rnttreed]

This is a crazy cool project. I little advice with the beard. The best way to make great doll hair out of yarn is to unravel it first and brush it out with a slicker brush you would brush your cats or dogs with. They have delicate, bendy, thin L shaped bristles to keep from hurting the animals and only 5 bucks at walmart. Buying a bulkier yarn is easier to work with. I learned how this works by watching (Poppen Atelier) on youtube making flawless barbie hair from scratch only using yarn. Hope this helps. I really love your videos and I'm loving this one in particular. Thank you so much for all your hard work putting in these videos. It really shows. You rock my dude!!!

[@tavinprice2310]

This is probably the coolest thing I've ever seen on KZbin. I would display this on my table lol

[@aIexandra_18]

Seeing you so excited about this piece was contagious. I felt how happy and passionate you were about it!

[@minecraftcna9293]

Its amazing & beautiful! Dollightfull uses a metal cats/dogs brush to brush out the yarn then sometimes uses Elmer's to make sections then sticks them on. I hope this helps! I enjoy your work!!

[@cottonwoodbazaar941]

Thanks for sharing and caring! Krampus looks absolutely great!

[@idalundahl3081]

I love the whole thing, but my favourite part is the hands! They are so creepy and awesome!

[@thomassmith5748]

Gotta agree, I think this is your best sculpt that you’ve done online by far,, and I’ve liked nearly all of your previous sculpts.

[@wonderwend1]

I LOVE that you only used washes and light paint for this, it really takes your makes to the next level for me. It's an incredible piece.

[@winterrice380]

So cool! I’d love to see more sculptures in this scale!

[@looyosummers5796]

Incroyable! 👏👏👏 I love Krampus.

[@dusteestudios]

WOW! You done one hell of an incredible job on Krampus! Love your work!

[@tracywestby2231]

WOW! Your talent really shines with this!! I love the work you do but I do think I like this one the best so far!

[@rainy5053]

Just found you while researching on sculpting. I'm definitely inspired to get back into sculpting! Love this scarecrow! You are awesome!! 🥰

[@reneecorya280]

I just found your site and the first video I watched was Krampus!!!! I am looking forward to enjoying and learning from all of your artistry. May you continue to entertain and educate for years to come; thank you!