HOW TO MAKE A COMPLEX MOLD for Sculpture - Silicone and Hydrostone / Plaster, Handmade Mould

In this in-depth video I discuss prepping the sculpture for silicone through adding a backboard, considering final fit to the clock project and applying a Krylon crystal clear finish. This video covers applying the silicone, mix ratios, additives, wait times, shimming and tips for a more successful mold. This video is 1 of 2 for the mold making process. The mother mold is covered in part 2.

I’ve decided to take on this project I considered years ago. However, I want to add a sculptural element to the top of my clock. I have been inspired by the Dream Lady sculpture at the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago. I will cover the basics of incorporating the sculpture into the clock design, Simplicity, by Clayton Boyer. I’m breaking this series into 4 videos. Part 1: concept/design and armature design. Part 2: clay and modeling. Part 3: casting the sculpture and cutting out the gears. Part 4: finish and assembly. Thanks for coming along!
BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THESE VIDEOS TOO!!
HOW TO MAKE A COMPLX MOLD PT.2 of 2 Hydrostone / Plaster Mother Mold, Handmade Mould
youtu.be/-k50UZA95Cw
HOW TO MAKE A SCULPTURAL CLOCK series (pt.3)
youtu.be/czVsP9TZF0A

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CLAYTON BOYER CLOCK DESIGNS: (non-Amazon)
lisaboyer.com/

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BOOKS - technical
Edouard Lanteri – Modelling and Sculpting the Human Form
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Stephen Rogers Peck – Atlas of Human Anatomy for the Artist
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John H. Vanderpoel – The Human Figure
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George B. Bridgman – Bridgman’s Life Drawing
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BOOKS – self improvement
Neville – The Power of Awareness (also includes Awakened Imagination)
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Florence Scovel Shinn – The Writings of (includes biography)
The Game of Life & How to Play It / Your Word is Your Wand / The Power of the Spoken Word / The Secret Door to Success
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SCULPTING MATERIALS & SUPPLIES
CraftWrap - Plaster Cloth Gauze Bandage for Scenery, Crafts, Mask Art, Models, Molds, Keepsake Belly Cast - Each Roll 4 inch x 15 feet (Single Roll)
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1 Oz. Fiberglass Chopped Strand Mat - 3 Yards X 50" Wide for Hand Layup, Vacuum Bagging or Molding Composites with Epoxy, Polyester or Vinyl Ester Resins
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Carriage Bolts ¼” x 20 SS, U-Turn, INC. (50 count)
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Autobody Panel & Trim Removal Tools (for demolding/separating your mother mold)
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Steel Hex Bolt, Grade 5, Zinc Plated Finish, Hex Head, External Hex Drive, Meets ASME B18.2.1/SAE J429, 1-1/4" Length, Fully Threaded, 1/4"-20 UNC Threads, Imported (Pack of 100)
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60 Pack 1/4" Wing Nuts Zinc Plated Fasteners Parts 1/4"-20 Inches Butterfly Nut
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AES Industries 294-1 Replacement 2-1/2" x 1-5/8" Curved Surform Blade (6 Blades)
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Stanley Hand Tools 21-115 7-1/4 in. Surform Shaver
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JB Weld 8277 Waterweld
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Chavant NSP Medium – Sulfur FREE, 2lb Professional Clay (Green)
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Alja-Safe Life Casting Alginate 3lbs (by Smooth-On)
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Smooth-On Mold Max 30 (Trial Kit, pink color)
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Smooth-On Rebound 25 2lbs (Trial Kit, orange color)
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Smooth-On THI-VEX
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Krylon Acrylic Spray Crystal Clear 11oz.
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Premium Baltic Birch Plywood 6mm (1/4”) 12” x 24” by Wood-Ever
(I give Woodever two thumbs up for quality birch ply)
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Titebond Original Wood Glue, 16 oz.
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Dental Tools / Waxing Modelling Tools
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Sandpaper Variety Pack 24pcs, 12 grits: 120 – 3,000 grit
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STUDIO / HEAVY EQUIPMENT
DREMEL Drill (with ROTARY flex shaft & assortment of wheels) a very good deal
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Drill Press, WEN 4212 10” Variable Speed
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Scroll Saw, WEN 3921 16” 2-direction Variable Speed
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WEN 3960 2.8-Amp 9-Inch Benchtop Band Saw
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WEN 6502T 4.3-Amp 4 x 36 in. Belt and 6 in. Disc Sander with Cast Iron Base
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Makita RT0701CX7 1-1/4 HP Compact Router Kit
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Titanium Drill Bit Set, DEWALT 21pc (DW1342)
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