So, I've finally started on the mold making for Beatrix and Amy. As promised I intend to post a step by step on the process in my Scraps, as none of these really are a deviation. I'll be concentrating on Beatrix mainly, since she's a much simpler character. Occasionally I'll throw in a picture of Amy in the same stage in order to show the difference between an easy and more difficult mold. Also, although she doesn't really require it, I'll be making a mother [or support] mold just to cover that part of the process. Very small silicone molds do not require this step, but it's good to know the process, and I prefer them.
By all means this is not a process to be nailed down and follow as "the proper way". Nobody taught me this stuff, and I simply prefer the 2 part molding process. Many people prefer slit molds, and some will consider my methods to even be overdone. The thing is, that each mold is a separate problem, and what ever works is what should be done. There are a dozen different ways of doing this, and this is just how I manage it.
I hope at least, that these pictures will give people valuable tips toward making their own copies.
These will be a bit occasional, but I will try to cover everything in sequence. Take care all, Dave.
By the way, anyone who wants to really see what the medium of Super Sculpey can do, should check out Probably one of the best sculptors alive IMO!
4-10-08
**New update in scraps on the mold making process**