Making Up My Own Nightmare Character - The Story of "The Zookeeper" | Polymer Clay Timelapse

[@aceofclay]

So this guy started in my head on a random day when I thought "I want to make a character that rides an ostrich" and the rest is history lol. The Zookeeper may not be a blood thirsty, violent villain, but he's certainly no good guy. I really enjoyed making this sculpt and using my new airbrush compressor lol. Let me know what you think of this guy and if YOU have any ideas for mutants! Thank you for being here ❤ -Anthony

[@PascalDeckwerth]

AWESOME I HAVE GREAT IDEA FOR NEXT MUTANTEN CHARAKTER THE BRIDE OR THE POLICE MAN AWESOME OR???

[@Jujubean0602]

The creative process is an amazing thing XD the best ideas start as random thoughts while doing unrelated things.

[@Anfluffab]

The "Doctor" he's not here to heal you, he's here to harvest you ... ☠️☠️☠️

[@miippi]

Because the mutants are all based on professions, I do think there should be the most evil professional out there. The dentist. I would not like to run into a dentist in a dark alleyway at any time

[@cbkqmom]

Throttle - my vote for the ostrich

[@milleniumonion7223]

I feel like the Anti-Mutant of this one would just return everyones stuff. Which I find funny considering the others are trying to stop these beings from commiting murder/mass murder and then theres this one chasing a guy on an Ostrich trying to get them to stop stealing things

[@catherinetetrault4789]

I think the perfect name for the Ostrich would be "Ozzy"! Nice facial expression 😊😜❤

[@meganjones218]

THATS WHAT I WAS THINKING TOO!!! OZZYYYYY

[@frostbearbitesgames5246]

I was also thinking ozzy

[@LionmaneElsie08]

“On his majestic mutant ostrich” is a sentence I never thought I’d ever hear. It did make me giggle a bit 😆

[@Jencogneeto]

Felix the ostrich. And I think it might be nice to see the whole group of Hidden World characters you've made every once in awhile. I'd love to see how they all look together!

[@MikeCampo]

Dude you're levelling up before our eyes. This looks great!

[@paperdoll1982]

I agree! His recent sculpts just continue to blow my mind every week.

[@Garouwerks]

I would love to see 3-4 more zoo animals for him. They wouldn't be main characters at all, but would make up HIS zoo.

[@TwospotzArtAndCraft]

That FACE!! You really went to town on getting some really amazing looks there. Plus the ostrich is hilarious!

[@obadijahparks]

I love how the new characters are coming with accessories/buddies.

[@missaplay850]

Question why isn't this video part of the hidden world playlist? Please add it as it makes it easier to watch all the mutant videos in one place. Also love love love your work your an amazing sculpture and storyteller ❤❤❤

[@Milli-j8r]

Quill the ostrich,quill means feathered scribe,which makes sense,because the ostrich has feathers.

[@Adam_Flick]

I love your work. I have admired your work for years. So what I’m about to say comes from love. My critique on this sculpture is how he is “floating” above the ostrich, instead of conforming to it. When you sculpted him, you could have put down a barrier so you could sculpt him to fit around the ostrich and still separate them for firing and painting. Everything else, chef’s kiss. I love your videos, art style, and instructions!

[@juggernaut808]

Also, how is his shirt untucked at the bottom but his belt buckle is way up his body. 😂 I know it was an easy inconsistency. Still love his work though. I always watch Ace of Clay and North of the Border for inspiration.

[@juggernaut808]

After watching again maybe I’m just picturing it wrong.

[@joshvanbonn925]

The names i thought of for the Ostrich are... Aegis or Osiris they might be cool even as other Mutant or Guids Names if you go with another person's name idea 😁 also love the way the Zookeeper looks yet another unique and awesome Sculpture! 🎉🎉🎉

[@Simply_mystical]

Near the beginning when you didnt cut off the excess wire- it looked reallyy cool! Lmao maybe a mutant who barely looks human due to getting the worst of the curse or something

[@Milli-j8r]

The zookeeper and samson (which is the deer guide)are similar,cuz they both have friends that are animals.

[@miippi]

I would absolutely love a longer video of you just showing the aftershots of all the mutants while reading the extended lore of each one like an audiobook. I would listen that video so hard

[@andiyfarr7715]

Great idea! It would be really cool to have all of their lores together in one video in audiobook style! I would totally listen to that too, and I'm sure plenty of others would as well.

[@ModeratePsycho]

KEEP THE BOX, honestly seeing a professional artist like yourself still use what ya got, like a card board box, connects with your audience and encourages aspiring artists.

[@morissaedwards7348]

Felix is perfect for the Ostrich.

[@lachauntiswashington231]

He looks so cool and funny.😂😂 I like his expression. I think the ostrich name would be Philip .

[@thotparnassus2617]

Eggbert perhaps would be a fitting name for this egg making bird 😂great sculpture as always …your attention to detail is quite amazing and your story telling gift is alluring

[@phoenixdarkstar7364]

I love all the texture! You are an inspiration and i learn so many techniques watching you. Btw, i like Oscar for the ostrich.

[@adriannabcustomfurniture]

His facial expression is on point. It's exactly how I imagine someone like him would look 😂 love it, as always!

[@mirandaford4907]

I think Footloose is a great name for this ostrich. Fabulous detailed work as always. Have a lovely weekend.

[@ThePhaeriephox]

Apoxy -Sculpt is amazing! I’ve used for so many things! And it comes in white, “stone”, bronze and grey… it’s great stuff!

[@dawnclarke3203]

you should make the entity it would be sick

[@AnonPer]

Steed the Ostrich: Whenever The Zookeeper steals everything from someone, he makes his getaway on his trusty "Steed"!

[@serenadavis5956]

I like the story about the zoo keeper. The sculpture is great. I wonder how long it toke to train the Ospringe so the zoo keeper could sit on its back. Lol. Sorry for bad spelling.

[@gabrielparker3289]

Can you make one called the nail stylist with her hair made out of decapitated fingers with long nails on it

[@ExtinctBricks]

This is my absolute Favorite of all your mutants! I love it!

[@GANDALFMithrander]

Filipenso should be the name of the ostrich 😊

[@amandagermany5933]

I feel like the name of the ostrich should be Concord. Ironically, of course. This week is straight up my alley.

[@nicoleguidry5233]

It should be cute and unassuming like Honey

[@monicaformica1285]

Larry… ❤hugs from Italy !

[@shulaney4639]

Great face and intriguing story!!!

[@shoshanabinyamin]

These two monsters from zoonomaly look so realistic!

[@julierochforte7174]

You're a genius! Love your work!

[@jeepscreeps]

Anthony! These 2 are spectacular! You're so creative! How about Opus the Ostrich...it means death...(eek!) - and ostriches are known to be very very bad birds!

[@YuiBunBun]

It be so cool to see a mother and child as a nightmare where she read it bedtime story something like that.

[@CraftyF0x809_MultiContentMaker]

OMG- I AM SO GLAD I FOUND YOU AGAIN!!! I USED TO WATCH YOUR VIDEOS ALL THE TIME!!! my Little Nightmares phase is coming back, all i can remember from this channel is your amazing Little Nightmares work- and horrifically amazing craftsmanship✨ and i am just SOOOO HAPPY- that this video was this recent- MY GOD, it's always the best when you come back to a channel and see their still posting 😭✨

[@kittenscorner6923]

To fit the vibe, let it level off as Ostrich. He wouldn't care to name it. Or really get the zoo keeper's vibe and name it "Bird." Just a thought

[@jennylawson1980]

Awesome character! So glad you decided on the zookeeper as one. He fits the mutant world perfectly 😊 Oki would be a name choice? Or Alabaster?

[@Shayne007]

Ooo i really like the zookeeper and the idea of him riding a ostrich is really cool 😊

[@miippi]

I felt immediate dread of winston being sold out, despite the fact that i ordered mine the day the sale of him started and he is watching this video with me. 😂😂😂

[@chrismuramatsu6600]

Thank you, thank you! I love that the ostrich idea came to you first. I love the expressions on both the zookeeper and the ostrich. The clincher is the way that the zookeeper is bouncing along on the ostrich's back!

[@retrodruid4785]

Steward the Ostrich sounds interesting of an name.

[@mayakyen3695]

Oh wow You've moved into Airbrushing! ❤ Great mixed mediums. Its been a while since i watched your vids, such amazing work. I remember when that shelf behind you was nearly empty except for your earlier designs. So Happy to see you still Here!! Every time i feel a little inspiration to get my self back into sculpting. While in mourning, havent been able to lift my hands to sculpt in yrs. But i feel like if i watch more of your vids maybe it will rekindle that spark i lost when i lost my Love.

[@diamondsandthings]

Great pair. I think Loki is a great name for the zookeeper. Such detail! Love them

[@brianahawkins8124]

Great job creating the Zookeeper, in my imagination for him & his story he might be more terrifying than Zoonomoly.

[@carlettov]

one of your best artwork

[@elishahankin6465]

Ostrich should be called Oscar of course!😂❤

[@daliacat3396]

Love the stray ostrich feather details

[@philipholder5600]

Love this guy. The Ostrich is a fun touch. Why not name him Ace?

[@leisacampbell5420]

I really admire your painting abilities. I'm sure it has taken you many years of trial and error. Hopefully one day I will feel my ability is pretty good too.

[@billv9220]

You nailed this! Thanks for sharing again.

[@stevenbunch1623]

So cool 😎 - inspiring !!

[@AndrewsClayCreations]

He is amazing! So impressive! I love the fact that he rides an ostrich, and it adds so much to the whole piece.

[@peachesyuson8989]

This is such a cool idea! Oscar would be a good name for the ostrich 😁

[@salima990]

I am new here, so congratulations on making me have nightmares for the rest of my life and now I’m kind of addicted so thanks

[@jfragale03]

Call the ostrich “The Bird,” kinda in the same vein as the rest of the mutant names. Maybe even touch on his backstory at some point!

[@michelle_mitch_p]

Ozzie ❤

[@caseyandowen3809]

I love your sculptures

[@philipholder5600]

10:24I just had an idea for a mutant. The Comedian. In life, he was a Stand up Comedian. But not a very good one. He was transformed, and from that moment on, those who would hear his jokes would literally laugh themselves to death. This just a suggestion. I hope. You don't mind.

[@juliewaters8732]

Absolutely incredible,love it

[@JenniferBotts-b6y]

Another great character build. Super creative idea with ostrich.

[@ichigo8188]

He looks like the meme guy riding a flamingo and singin "in the jungle, the mighty jungle the flamingo flies tonight... oooOOoooOOo"

[@toniwilton4531]

The expression! OMG! So good, as usual. I have always loved watching you work and the characters you share with us.

[@maddieadams75]

Excellent piece of art. Ostrich is a nice addition or the zookeeper is a nice addition. ❤❤

[@awolbat]

My favorite face sculpt thus far!

[@Sanmanthecreator]

I love it it looks incredible I love all of your sculpture i'm a big fan of your sculpture keep up the good work man

[@christoffernero5829]

That's an freaking awesome sculpt, well done!!

[@candyjams8416]

Do Penguin from batman next

[@noellec27]

I like the name, "Stritch" for the ostritch.

[@jeriherman9639]

Another perfect character and ostrich!!🩶🤎🤍🖤

[@AngeloSculptures]

Amazing as Always!

[@PrincessHeathaB]

This face sculpt in particular is incredible!

[@CJ-rl4kd]

Yes sir new video for my sleeping playlist

[@tracygardner6318]

Awesome job as always

[@MoonPieMakes]

I love your content - I am always looking forward to your videos. 🎉

[@kai-kt6ui]

OZZIE!! (Non copied comment!!! Yes I saw others! But as soon as he said we name it that’s what I thought!, no hate!)

[@BPOC156]

I really like your guide characters

[@Milli-j8r]

How about a serpent guide.

[@jeriherman9639]

You have an amazing imagination. All your creatures and characters are so detailed...Brilliant and absolutely amazing!! I would love to have the whole set! You definitely are the ACE OF CLAY!! 💯🖤

[@Sarah420Hippie]

Oswald the ostrich 🤩

[@deeval832]

Love your content. Your creativity and attention to detail is incredible. I appreciate you sharing your talents with us.

[@SLee89]

Absolutely love this sculpt

[@nataliabarrios1239]

I’d name the ostrich Juniper ❤

[@LaurenVanDerHoven]

I love the zookeeper he is amazing It's been my dream to be a zookeeper and the ostrich's name should be Arlo

[@luzjimenez1791]

I love it amazing job with him he looks so cool I made my own will back but nowhere near as cool as yours❤

[@KuulSHep]

You should have gone with a cassawary, but if you were going for a comic relief mutant, then the ostrich is fine.

[@aleneajacklyn7348]

Oscar or Ollie for the ostrich name!

[@candyjams8416]

Can you do penguin, two face, riddler

[@corinnetippit7983]

Hey four lingered man...run the other way. Hee hee name Zooey, the zookeeper pet

[@Katzztar]

I've got a question, do you have space or site where you gathered all the information on your Hidden World? I need to brush up on the Muses, I know the difference between Mutants and the Guides, but forgot what a Muse is. Also be nice to see a list of who's who in this world. I found your website. While it showcases your art, it doesn't have Hidden World Lore.

[@gallifreyarchives4434]

Where is the rest of the fellowship?

[@candyjams8416]

Penguin is next

[@virusofthemind]

I have written about really wanting to see you sculpt the scooby doo gang an maybe a monster I just love them an your style I’d love to see them together I love captain cutler and the phantom shadow

[@CollaborativeDog]

I vote for Turkey. The zookeper might be far-sighted, unable to see things up close. Or Clive. Or Liivingston ("Dr. Livingston, I assume?"). Fun sculpt. I love the creative inspiration.

[@beckyandrew53]

Did you say you used epoxy sculpt for the legs to support the weight of the body and the figure of the zoo keeper? The armature wire is not enough support? This is good to know. I would have thought something like CosClay would suffice .

[@aceofclay]

Cosclay would prevent breaking but it would bend under the weight and not support it properly. I learned this the hard way with the paperboys bike from a few weeks ago lol

[@GhoulishSighs]

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DO A FALLOUT SERIES!!!! PLEAEE ACE!!!WITH THE FALLOUT TV SHOW OUT NOW IM REALLY BELIEVE THEY WOULD BE REALLY SUCCESSFUL!!! PLEASE!! examples: gulpers, various cryptids like the mothman, flatwoods monster, also like deathclaws sheepsquatch etc etc. PLEASE OH PLEASE!!!

[@mizzuzie3338]

He's quite creepy but the ostrich is kind of cute, mabe name it Cecil? Why? No idea. I lreally like how the Hidden world is such a mix of individuals and levels of danger, and it also freaks me out to imagine living in such a world.

[@prehistoricpleb]

5:20 where did you get this tool from? I see you using them regularly and would like a set myself. Also are you selling your long pointy tool you always use?