Skull Carving Tutorial: Back To Basics!

[@usskullhunter]

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[@tessiehumble9149]

Excellent video! I have access to a dremel 3000. I've really struggled getting the results I want. Would you say the power is just not strong enough and I need to upgrade to a 4000?

[@perhaps7046]

Why is someone as talented and skilled as you on KZbin!? You could teach a masterclass with this level of conciseness and accuracy! Every question I had about skull carving was answered in this one video and not a single part was boring or unclear. Thank. You. So. Much!

[@usskullhunter]

Always happy to help :)

[@TheTwilightEmporium]

Very helpful, thank you! I wish more people were into this hobby/craft. Everyone I mention skull carving to thinks it is morbid until they see a finished product and then they love it. You are a great ambassador for it. Keep up the good work!

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks man, yeah I think an ambassador for skull carving sounds good :) I get the same reaction from people lol

[@sarahfoxgirl4781]

I have been so hesitant to start really getting into carving because of the information out there. After a lot of searching on different platforms for information that I can understand as I am a hands on learner, I finally found you. You make it very easy to understand and remember and I am now comfortable with jumping in. Thank you

[@usskullhunter]

That's great to hear! Keep me updated on how things go! ~ Hunter

[@twal9]

This video is *exactly* what I was looking for while planning a project! Thank you so much for making it, it's a great tutorial and your teaching is clear and concise.

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Tyler! Very good to hear! Let me know how things go and I would love to see how things go :) @u.s.skullhunter on Instagram

[@WhyWeHunt]

Before you explained it I totally thought you were gonna tell us the hair spray was for keeping your beard looking awesome...I would’ve believed it. You got an awesome beard!

[@usskullhunter]

lol thanks man :D I am working on being Santa Claus this coming Christmas haha

[@Jen-Ruga]

Your video is really thorough and helpful with all of the little pieces of advice which is SO important. Thank YOU 🙌🏻

[@stacyirish8107]

Stacy Irish wood carver, Emory Texas. Fascinated with skull carving! First project today!

[@nathaneiman3729]

You answered just about every question most would have to ask, before getting started. Thank you🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@usskullhunter]

You bet Nathan. Thanks for watching!

[@carmeserret1516]

Me ha gustado mucho el video tengo 78 años y estoy empezando a trabajar la madera y la forma de organizar la mesa, las herramientas me ha ayudado mucho. Un saludo des de Barcelona

[@keysorsosay5990]

You’re the man ! Thank you for throwing down the knowledge on this . I appreciate you

[@salvadorledesma4911]

Great video! I just recently started bone / skull carving and I can say without a doubt this has been the most helpful video I've seen on KZbin. Keep up the good work!

[@usskullhunter]

Wow thanks Salvador! Glad to hear you are getting into it, would love to see what you are working on!

[@BUTTERFLYKNIFEYOU]

I used to be nail tech that specialized in sculpted acrylic extensions. Recently have been in a funk when it comes to creativity for obvious reasons we are all experiencing. I think this is definitely up my alley since im pretty savvy with a dremil. Great video will be subscribing for more knowledge. Fingers crossed i find my groove again, thanks man!

[@usskullhunter]

That's great to hear. Always room here for another carver! :)

[@jessicajackson3170]

Thank you so much! I'm a newbie and this helped me tremendously!

[@usskullhunter]

Great to hear! Let me know how things go

[@joshledford7576]

In Eugene Oregon. Thank you for this video. Can't wait to get started!!

[@Wolf-CanisLupus]

Dude, your instructions and guidance are so direct and easily understood, you make your art easily understandable and applicable to the novice, although we all know this is a precise work of art, a beginner gains confidence listening to and watching you work. you are made for this, a great teacher. I appreciate your attention to and explanation of detail.........Wolf

[@leonajohansson-bz6ci]

Thank you for sharing! I've recently got a musk ox and want to carb the skull before hanging it on my wall, will practice on other skulls first!

[@usskullhunter]

Nice! Thanks for watching

[@58dunc]

Thanks mate. I’m just about to start my bone carving and was wrapped to find your videos.I’ll also subscribe. Thanks for the video. Take it easy.

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Dennis! That's great to hear! Thanks for subbing! Have you gotten the starter guide I just made? It's here usskullhunter.ck.page/bd2b65322a

[@7outdoors4life]

All your videos are amazing!!!! I just start doing this today a present 🎁 I’m making for my sister husband!!!

[@dopesoda6504]

You sir are awesome. Thank you.

[@zm453]

THE DUST WOULD STILL BE FLOATING ALL OVER THE ROOM WITH THAT SETUP?? Great video. We need more people like you. Thank you:)

[@usskullhunter]

Yes, that is why it's important to have fresh air coming int the workspace. Thanks for watching!

[@RainCall13]

Nice video for getting started. :)

[@Zabeth455]

Thank you for this video! I am hoping to mess around with a few of my mom’s ram skulls. Looking forward to all your other videos!

[@ChuckyB11BangBang]

Love your work man

[@usskullhunter]

Thank you!

[@aurelianagy7555]

Thanks for always teaching man,,, alot of ppl wont ever help or teach!

[@usskullhunter]

No problem Aurelia, I love doing it so I also appreciate you watching :)

[@apacifistmachinegunner669]

Thanks man

[@helenpowers-light3010]

Thank you so much for making this video! I currently paint skulls but am eager to expand my skill set into carving and staining... Looking forward to learning more from an experienced carver such as yourself!

[@adolfoema2229]

Muchas gracias por el video, muy buena explicación.

[@louparis1909]

You're great, man. I really want to start doing this, and this has really helped!

[@usskullhunter]

That's great Lou! Let me know how things go :) I have a bunch of other free info here as well if you want to check it out www.usskullhunter.com/learn-skull-carving

[@terriwyatt9661]

Hey Hunter,I was given a cow skull and wanted to do something unique with it. I have experience with a Dremel and carving but I may never get another cow skull to carve. That being said, thank you for you great video. I feel more confident now and ready to pick my design. I think that will be the hardest part. Again thank you for sharing you knowledge and talent. BTW I also have a big set of deer antlers,I know it might seem strange but I plan to put them on the skull some how. Let ya know how that works out. Lol

[@morganmccoy3621]

You're awesome!!! Thank you so much for the helpful advice I love what you do!!

[@tolagan]

Thank you, this was very comprehensive and a perfect start. Excited to start playing with this.

[@usskullhunter]

Sorry for the delayed response. That's great to hear! Let me know how things go :)

[@tolagan]

U.S. Skull Hunter thanks brother. I have started playing around with some carving as we have a lot of skulls in our garden. I have borrowed a dremel 3000 and wanted to ask your opinion on the advantages of the 4000 model over the 3000? As when it is time to by my own I do need to consider my budget closely. Also the skulls I am using are very chalky coloured and have been out in the sun for a long time. As I have not taken them through the degreasing process I see you discuss in a video I wonder if this is why it is hard for me to see my lines.

[@usskullhunter]

@@tolagan The advantage a 4000 has is just more torque and speed. You can certainly carve with a 3000 no problem though. You will just be able to work quicker with the 4000. Can you by chance send me a photo of a skull you are working on so I can see the lines you are talking about? I go by the same name on Facebook and Instagram U.S. Skull Hunter

[@marywood8241]

Just get started carving. I so glad I found your channel! Very helpful information! Thank you for sharing!

[@usskullhunter]

That's great Mary! Let me know how things go :)

[@juliatriacca6043]

Love it! I really needed this video for upgrading my work 🐮😁

[@usskullhunter]

You bet Julia!

[@usskullhunter]

Want to learn more on skull carving? Here is a free 7 page guide to show you exactly what you need to get started usskullhunter.ck.page/bd2b65322a

[@chenoabryan8458]

I have quite a bit of different skulls from hiking. What is the most delicate skull you have done and what size dremel thanks. If i can ever sit down long enough, I would like to try on my little collection .

[@nancymills3381]

I love your videos and I do subscribe to your channel! I have done Scrimshaw on skulls but never carve them I’m going to try my hand at it wish me luck!

[@brieh5183]

Been doing European mounts for a few years. I'm definitely going to be doing skull carving this year! Your video was very helpful. I'll check you out on fb and insta to! I'm in Tennessee

[@doomer1488]

Hi Brie. I’m Adriana! This might seem odd, I’m a 19-year-old in eastern Tennessee. If you’d ever like to go skull hunting together, let me know! I’d love to find someone to go with me.

[@JTbot]

Great video thank you for all the good tips. I'm having difficulty accessing your website is it still active?

[@marlind8939]

Great video. This is really going to help out a lot of people, including myself.

[@usskullhunter]

Thank you Marlin :) Glad I can be of some help!

[@rogueroentgen]

Thanks this is super useful! I also suddenly remembered why I bought that hair spray to begin with

[@usskullhunter]

Haha glad it helped! :)

[@randyrumbaugh9505]

Need to know where you get the The Apoxsee and thank you for the video very helpful

[@samanthameyers7648]

I have a few older skulls that I found to experiment with, but what can I do to make them as clean as yours?

[@bobbygoodman8228]

thanks for showing beginners

[@usskullhunter]

You bet Bobby!

[@V__Vahaa]

What speed is the dremel at?

[@dustygirlcarver]

As the chainsaw Carver I come equipped with all the tools..lol. I've collected about six goals that I have been wanting to carve and I thought let me just check into this. Dude I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your videos they are awesome! I have a question for you. I understand the cleaning process but let me ask you do you sand your skull prior to carving and also have you thought about using a sanding sealer prior to carving. Thank you so much for your dedication

[@usskullhunter]

Glad to help :) If the skull is weathered and has oxidized a bit I will usually sand it down to the surface is smoother to sketch and care on. I'll look into the sanding sealer, thanks! By the way, I think Willy Nelson turned out great :)

[@erinwowlmao2607]

i’m so glad i have post notifications on. i was about to go to bed 😂❤️

[@kidsstorytimewithhunter]

Lol glad I'm not the only one up at 3am! Thanks for watching Erin!

[@ptremblay119]

Again.. awesome video Hunter.. very helpful and generous of you.. thanks!!!

[@usskullhunter]

You bet Patrice :) Thanks for your support.

[@GseWorldwide]

this is exactly what I needed thank you much man you are the real VIP.

[@usskullhunter]

You bet man, just for you!

[@GseWorldwide]

Trust me my friend it was beyond appreciated. Just starting I was just doing simple lines, Im really exited to try out the negative space carving, maybe ill practice on some wood so i dont ruin my limited supply of skulls haha. God bless

[@usskullhunter]

@@GseWorldwide Haha sounds like a plan :)

[@ragtie6177]

Great video

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks Rag Tie!

[@joparker3812]

Love your work awesome tips🤟🙏

[@usskullhunter]

Thank you Jo!

[@jbrown4274]

Love your videos! I’ve learned so much.

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks for watching Jillane!

[@simon5715]

Awesome channel you got going. I have quite a few extra skulls I would love to try to bring back to life. Great work though, a lot of what you do seems very time consuming and takes quite a bit of skill and planning

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks! You should def try and give it a go :) It's a lot of fun!

[@JimsonMakes]

Another great video, lots of good advice. Cheers Jim

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Jim! Sorry I missed this. Thanks man, I appreciate that!

[@lindarogers8994]

Very helpful many thanks

[@usskullhunter]

You bet Linda. Thanks for watching!

[@thomasmyers8302]

Loving your videos.

[@usskullhunter]

Thank you Thomas! :D

[@jessicabrown3058]

Thanks for the tips! Great video!

[@usskullhunter]

You bet Jessica :)

[@yaledovalles1175]

Thanks for the video!!

[@usskullhunter]

You bet Yexin. Thanks for watching!

[@majorleeunstable]

Great video.

[@usskullhunter]

Thank you!

[@silverstar1178]

will an electric drill work for things like lace-like patterns?

[@usskullhunter]

Yes, it will actually. If you are just punching a bunch of holes in a pattern a good drill bit will do the job.

[@stealthnight452]

If I clean degrease and whiten a skull, should I clean it with isopropyl alcohol, and then seal it with a thin layer mop & glow? I've seen some recommend doing a thin layer mop & glo after whitening to seal the skull

[@usskullhunter]

Hey! Sorry for the late replies. If you have properly cleaned and degreased the skull there is really no need for the mop & glo.

[@erinscherer2386]

Thanks for this video!! Do you think the dremel 3000 would suffice or do you think the 4000 is needed?

[@usskullhunter]

A 3000 will do for starting out. You might find in the future the 4000 will provide a bit more torque.

[@humacao01]

Im loving these videos. How do you aquire and what's the approximate price for the skulls? If you can answer this publicly of course. Thanks anyway.

[@morisakidoi1761]

Hey hunter l want carving instrument.

[@treyh5744]

Where do you get the skulls?

[@brianpoor763]

I have a question, I have a deer and moose skulls and they are several years old, they still have some dried meat on them, any idea how I can get rid of the dried meat? and also is there a way to get them to bone white again? Love your videos and work, thanks Brian Poor

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Brian, Thanks for watching! Yes, so maceration works great for skulls in that condition. I regularly get people bringing me skulls to carve that have dried tissue on them that I then have to clean using maceration first. This is how it's done kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6CwfZybqclmgbM

[@sulmadebeer2029]

Thank you for this tutorial, it definitely helps alot. I was just wondering, in your tutorials, your skulls doesn't look hard at all to engrave into. But when I try it it is a complete nightmare. My burrs doesn't even last through one carving. Does your skulls get prepared in such a way that they soften up? It is as if my skulls are extremely dense.

[@kushubtz1]

How did you make the respirator jounior?

[@usskullhunter]

I bought it but I am not sure they sell them anymore

[@JonathanBaker-oy6ld]

What is the name of the mouth piece filter that you use?

[@usskullhunter]

It is a "Resp-O-Rator". The guy who made them unfortunately stopped making them during covid because the cost got to expensive to make :/

[@JonathanBaker-oy6ld]

@usskullhunter thank you! I will be looking for something similar! Thank you!

[@alandraangermann4008]

How do you get the teeth so clean on your skulls??

[@usskullhunter]

3% hydrogen peroxide :)

[@franciscobojorquez4429]

Gracias por compartir, buen video!!👍

[@usskullhunter]

Por supuesto! Voy a tener subtitilos pronto por este video en espaniol.

[@kidsstorytimewithhunter]

@@usskullhunter Hay subitilos!

[@nicatsukurov278]

Hi, i would like to know how do i get rid of bad smells after cleaning proces? Specially teeth and its around smells.

[@usskullhunter]

Hey! How have the skulls be cleaned? Like what process are you using?

[@nicatsukurov278]

@@usskullhunter boiling. And please share how do you carve eagle and buddha relief? Could you make a video about this issue. For instant which dremel tools are you use?

[@uberkitten777]

Do you think a dremel stylo could be used (with the right attachments) instead of a 4000? Thank you!

[@usskullhunter]

To some extent yes. I think you will be a bit limited to light carving but yes.

[@davidemoss]

I'm not seeing what air filter you are wearing. I see you've changed a few times, but I'm wondering about the large round one you have in your mouth, with the nose clamp. Thanks in advance.

[@usskullhunter]

You bet David, I am using the Resp-O-Rator Jr kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnOko4xjZ7mBrsU

[@silasg8406]

What's the easiest method for degreasing a skull? Dawn? How long does that take and is it necessary to heat the water?

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Silas! Dawn is what most people use. Degreasing time will very depending on the skulls and how it was processed up to that point. Anywhere from a few weeks for smaller skulls to 60+ months for larger stuff. Yes, keeping it warm helps break down the grease.

[@larskopberg264]

Do you know if one can buy patterns anywhere?

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Lars! I do actually have a bunch. Can you shoot me a message via email? [e-mail]

[@sheakelley5934]

What do you use to glue the bones in the nasal area etc. To help stabalize them

[@usskullhunter]

Elmore's Glue!

[@sheakelley5934]

@@usskullhunter that's what I've been using just checking to see if anything better

[@usskullhunter]

@@sheakelley5934 Great!

[@susanhilyar253]

I’m a nail tech and a lot of what you said sounds familiar. 😊

[@usskullhunter]

Haha I can see that!

[@acudetoxacademy]

Morning sir. I cannot seem to find the burs that you mostly use. I'm in South Africa so i'm obviosly hesitant to order the wrong thing Please could you assist me :)

[@usskullhunter]

Hey! So I kinda get burrs from different places. Any particular burr you were interested in?

[@acudetoxacademy]

Thank you for the reply :) I was wondering where you get the burr that you use to carve outlines, and what the exact spec is@@usskullhunter

[@juliebonnet5838]

What kind of products do you use before carving the skull : How to wash it ? Thx

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Julie! Its pretty simple really, just dawn dish soap and 3% hydrogen peroxide!

[@MrDoomcrust]

Where do you connect the foot pedal?

[@usskullhunter]

You plug the dremel into the the pedal and then the pedal into the socket.

[@shari-annekeeny8066]

Where would I even start to buy those tools? I'm sure they are more easily available in USA 🙈

[@usskullhunter]

Does Amazon service where you are from? I have a list of the tools I use here www.amazon.com/shop/u.s.skullhunter

[@bowley4]

Any tips for the smell? I find a burning bone smell to be pretty potent/gross

[@usskullhunter]

So extraction the dust using a vacuum and good ventilation will go a long way on minimizing that. But, a good respirator should remove the dust so that smelling it shouldn't be a problem!

[@mumintaz4091]

hi man, I am interested about skull carving. I saw your video. I need to talk with you. how can I?

[@usskullhunter]

Hey! Shoot me a message on Instagram @u.s.skullhunter or email at va862000@ yahoo com

[@gavinmeyer8920]

How often do the burrs wear out? Just would hate to run out of supplies half way through

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Gavin, it's hard to say but not often really. I honestly only buy 1 or 2 burrs every few months even with all the carving I do.

[@gavinmeyer8920]

@@usskullhunter oh great, I was worried it would burn through burrs

[@erikacarmignotto4202]

What do you use for cutting area?

[@usskullhunter]

Are you referring to my bench? Or what to use to cut out the negative area around a design? Just need to clarify :D

[@erikacarmignotto4202]

U.S. Skull Hunter to pierce the bone :)

[@usskullhunter]

Diamond dust burrs work great for that. Specifically cylinder burrs with rounded ends or tapered cylinder diamond burrs.

[@daniellasangster4147]

This was a great video; thanks! In terms of order of operations, do you generally cut areas out first, or do you do the more superficial line work first? Also, do you have any recommendations for a medium to practice on whilst one is honing their skills? Wood?

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Daniella! I don't necessarily have a set order but more often than not I do the cut out areas last. Well, nothing compares to carving skulls, but any practice is good in my opinion. You can pick up a beef bone though at most pet stores.

[@EliottRobinson]

Hey quick question I live in a city and I can t get my hands on any skulls Where can i buy some ?

[@usskullhunter]

There are a few groups in Facebook that sells skulls and are a great option. Just search skull collecting in Facebook groups

[@EliottRobinson]

@@usskullhunter I will do and at the time of that question I didnt see your vid on that exact subject 😂

[@morgantalewr6424]

Heya, is there a way I can message you? I need a bit of advice please

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Morgan! I replied to your FB message.

[@madelynr.7537]

Is 12,000 rpm too low to work with?

[@usskullhunter]

Not at all Madelyn! That is plenty to carve bone with.

[@BabaYagaLovesYou]

Thank uuuuuuuuu!!!!!

[@usskullhunter]

You bet Kat! Thanks for watching :)

[@chrissyphillips8831]

You need to do a alligator or crocodile skull

[@usskullhunter]

I know! It's on my list :D

[@CaribbeanWolf830]

Me with my cordless rotary tool that only has 25k rpm watching this feeling like a dumbass

[@allandocater6296]

WoodPrix is good solution for every woodworker.

[@usskullhunter]

True :)

[@carmelinakatzman1863]

@@usskullhunter Fantastic plans. I like plans from woodprix

[@jaolkillerify]

Gracias por tus consejos. Thanks for your tips. instagram.com/p/BwNvpirAm8Y/?igshid=1005sewbzvr4g

[@usskullhunter]

You bet Jose!

[@randymilstead177]

beginner bone carver

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Randy! Let me know if you need any help!