What a lovely video, so inspirational. Never tried before, I'm making a puppet theatre for my son's birthday, got the frame on cardboard and papier mache (water-PVA mixture with newspaper). I've read you need to prime it with emulsion or varnish, not sure what to use. Any advise?
Not sure if you've answered this yet but, what sort of eyes (and what size?) do you use? I'm thinking of creating a deer head trophy using paper and cloth mache techniques and wanted it to have eyes just like these! Thanks
Amazing work!! those words are short for the great job you have done with Ganesh and his little friend! Keep the great job and ganesh bless you to continue with your art!!
Hello there. I put on a "skin" of cloth (old bed sheets torn into strips) dipped in white glue (like Elmer's). If you are interested in the techniques, check out my site, GourmetPaperMache (dot com) or my blog, PaperMacheBlog (dot com). Take care
I like how you use the cat as a starter template ;)
Great work! I just ordered your book from Amazon, excited to try out your techniques. I'm also teaching myself how to make fleece and foam puppets and am going to try and combine the two mediums... I'll let you know how it works out. Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you for the nice comment! Thanks for buying one of my books. Let me know if you ever have any questions about the techniques. You can get a hold of me through my website, GourmetPaperMache (dot com). Good luck on your experiments.
om gam ganapatye namaha!Jai Ganesha Jai !One of my favorite chants !Awesome Sculpture !I love all that ganesha stands for !Amazing !!!you really honored him and manifested his spirit through your art !Thanks for sharing !You rock !
Hello. Thank you for the kind words. That is just masking tape. It looks yellow in the video, but it is the regular, creamed color tape you buy at the hardware store.
hola estan super tus figuras soy de mexico del estado de guanajuato y tengo la inquietud de realizar esto en la escuela en artes que tipo de pintura utilizas saludos.
Wow, really cool. Instructor for Design class turned us on to your videos for paper mache project. May I ask what the music is? Sounds Vai/Satriani-esque. Love your vids. I'm gonna watch and learn.
Hi there. Thank you for the nice comment. I'm glad you enjoy my videos. Thank your Design instructor for me. The music is from a royalty free place on the web. It's called "From the Eastside". I can't remember the artist. sorry.
I hope you are inspired to make something. This is a great medium.
can u please tell me what type of paint you use on all your work. reply asap, i gotta make some baby animals for my sisters baby shower as center peices. Thanks
I just use all purpose paint like you buy at Home Depot. Just like you use on a house. But you can use any kind of paint so long as it is water soluble.
I am an sec 3 visuel art student and our teacher was inspired by your videos, so our first project this year is to make a papier mache sculpture as yours! I'll try making a video or taking pictures for YouTube to see!
Thank you for the nice comment! I hope you enjoy using this medium. And yes, I'd love to see the finished product. Please let me know when you post something. Good luck and take care.
It is my understanding that since rats can gnaw their way through anything, the rat symbolized Ganesha's ability to push through any obstacle. However, like with most Hindu deities, the symbolism changes depending upon who is talking about it. There seems to be unlimited variation in the realm of Hindu deities.
im trying to get a skeliton papermache for this years haunted house but i try and try but am no good trying to find some one that will donate any tips??
Hello there. I don't think paper mache is a good medium for skeletons. That's why you are having trouble with them. Now ghosts or zombies or twisted human beings....perfect for paper mache. You should make one of those. You'd have a much easier time with it.
I use old bed sheets for the cloth. Cotton is best, and the older the sheet the better. Tear into strips. And Elmer's glue is the best glue, but any white, all purpose glue will work.
Hello there. My cats certainly are essential to my work. For the record, other cats started showing up after Eddie and Max (my cats) became popular. Just had to say it. Thank you for the kind words. I really appreciate it.
@DanMonsterMan If you have any interest at all in dominoes, there's a person named FlippyCat whose cat helps built very elaborate domino structures -- and knock them down! FlippyCat is on YouTube. I shared a bunch of your monsters on Facebook today: Asian Horror Movies(download movies) and yes, there is no space between "Movies" and "("
I'm interested in recycled/inexpensive materials for Halloween crafts I can sell @ flea mkt. I'm stealing some ideas from you
Hi there. I use glass, taxidermy eyes a lot of the time. In this case, these were mannequin eyes. You can find these eyes online. Just google "glass eyes taxidermy" and you'll find several companies.
Thank you for the nice comment. What you see is just black paint with water added. I paint it on and then wipe it off before it dries. I call the process "blackwashing." It really brings out the color and accentuates the details.
Olá.. você é muito bom mesmo.. meus parabens... 1ª vez que eu vejo um trabalho assim... muito bom. ^^ - Espero ter você aqui um dia conosco no Sem Cortes. Valeu!
adorei , muito criativo de primeira vista ninguem acreditaria que a base da escultura seria de papel, apenas cuidado com o gato para não comer esse rato.kkkkkkk
This is absolutely incredible :D Ganesha is my favorite diety, and I honestly would love to have one for my home. Your work is amazing. Thank you for sharing your gift! :D
Did you iguana turn out well? I'd love to see it. I hope you had fun. I've got a couple projects in the works currently, but who knows, maybe an iguana is in the future. Thank you for the suggestion.
thank you for the video it is amazing but you have to put it a bit slower. and with what you stick the paper in the begin? i love paper mache. goodbye
Hello. I just put the paper strips into flour and water paste. If you are interested, I have much more information about my methods at my site, GourmetPaperMache (dot com) and on my blog, PaperMacheBlog (dot com).
Amazing !!! What did you use on the trump for the skin ripples effect ? It doesn't look like paper. It looks more like clothes sheet... Can you tell specifically what it is ? Very inspirational stuff. Subscribed here and on your blog. Thanks to share your know-how with us.
Thank you for the kind words. Yes indeed, what you see is cloth. I apply a "skin" of cloth (old bed sheets) dipped in white glue (like Elmer's or PVA). I call the process "cloth mache". It adds amazing strength and allows for detail beyond what you can get with paper. Thank you for the subscriptions. You are very kind.
@DanMonsterMan and what kind of glue is this white glue? (i dont know much about paper mache, but want to try it, i am a sculptor myself). the base of my sculptures is polystyrene and i want to try to put paper mache on the polystyrene as finishing touch. do you have any advice? what kind of paper and glue is the best to use in this case? the mache layer must to rather thin, so the structure i sculpt in polystyrene stays visible. i hope you want to help me! thank you
Hello fellow sculptor. The white glue I mention is PVA or all purpose glue. I just use newspaper and flour and water paste for my basic shapes. The "skin" is white glue and cloth. Makes the projects very strong and durable. I'm not sure however how it will stick to polystyrene. Sorry.
As far as added strength, any kind of armature with wire in it will work. Obviously the thicker you make it the stronger it will get (but the longer it will take to dry). But paper mache can get extremely strong if you make it thick enough (and if you apply it the right way).
Hi Mr. Monster Man, I am a first time paper mache maker attempting to make a mammoth..i hope to make it out alive..so first its 4-5 newspaper layerings and then u use white computer paper for the wrinkly details?
i love your videos and how u take such great consideration in the anatomy of your creatures :)
Thank you for your kind words. Actually, what you are watching at the end is what I call "cloth mache." I add a "skin" of cloth (an old bed sheet) dipped in white glue (Elmer's or PVA). It makes the project very strong and allows for detail just paper doesn't allow.
You can get more detailed information about this on my blog, PaperMacheBlog (dot com) or my site, GourmetPaperMache (dot com).
@DanMonsterMan my sculputers are big (more than life size) do you know how to give the paper mache more strength, without creating very thick layers?? thank you very much!
That one has got a funny concept! I love your works and especially the the technique of painting and wiping the paint off to create that texture effect. I'm planning to create something using paper mache, unfortunately I have only my bedroom to work in and no proper table at all! And paper mache could get quite messy as I can see, so I guess I'll have to prepare to work in my bed somehow... xD By the way, do you get the eyes online?
Thank you for the nice comment! I really appreciate it. Yes, paper mache is a bit messy. But it is worth the mess I think. And yes, I do get the eyes online. If you google, "glass eyes" you'll find several companies.
Since there is wire clothes hangers in the fingers, the fingers will bend enough (and stay rigid enough) to hold things. Thank you for the nice comment!
I'm building a dragon sitting next to a nest with a couple eggs in it. Like you, I'm documenting my build on my blog, PaperMacheBlog (dot com). Hope your project is coming along.
Absolutely jaw droppingly GORGEOUS! Dan...you are the quintessential paper mache master. Congrats on this and hurry up on that dragon and nest one - can't wait! :)
It's hard to say since I buy everything in bulk and then build several pieces at a time. Maybe $25 or $30. That's a bit of a guess. Sorry I can't be more specific.
I'm sorry, I didn't do it for the thaipusam celebration. I don't know what that is. I appealed to me artistically. Seemed like it would be a fun challenge. I will investigate that celebration now that you've brought it up.
@DanMonsterMan oh no no its okay just wondering cus the thaipusam celebration was celebrated on the 20th so probably just a coincidence which is pretty cool if you ask me. Its a hindu celebration where i think they celebrate something i don't know much about it just the people here in my country celebrates it and we get a day off from school. :D
Where do you live? I checked it out on the web. Looks like they celebrate in Sri Lanka among other places. Thank you for the information! That I posted on that day was a fun coincidence.
I've seen all your movies and what can I say? U R my inspiration, U R doing such a good work that I don't think about anything else :) Thank you! I already tried many art techniques but you've showed me that paper mache rules :)
I'm starting my own paper mache project this week, I have to buy good polyvinyl acetate glue cause in my country (Poland) is no elmers glue in the shops :/ and shipping from US costs 10times more than glue :) any advise?
That is high praise indeed! Thank you! I don't think you should use acetate based glue. That is plastic. It doesn't have to be Elmer's brand. It is sometimes called PVA glue. Any white (or slightly yellow), WATER based glue will work. Ask at your hardware (a store that sells building materials) store. Usually "wood glue" is PVA and will work. This is for the "skin" only to use with the cloth (an old bed sheet is best).
I think 500ml would be a good amount for a decent size project. It does dry somewhat clear, not like acetate based glues, but clear. It is a bit cloudy. I use fiberglass casting resin for drool on some projects (an acetate based product) and it is very clear. But the stuff is actually dangerous, need safety glasses and to be outdoors.
I'd love to post photos on my site if you are interested. Just send to dan at gourmetpapermache (dot com). Good luck! Have fun!
thanks again :) I got 2 more questions - do u add any water to the glue or just use it as it is? and for how long do u keep the cloth pieces in the glue before putting on the masterpiece :) ?
I'm starting to think about some paper mache furniture :P
I use the glue full strength. Unlike the paper mache part of the process (where I never put the paper in the paste) I do put the cloth in the white glue. I just dip the pieces in and manipulate them so that they get thoroughly soaked. Then take them out and squeeze out the excess.
Paper mache furniture is great. I just posted some photos on my site of someone who made a cool chair.
Thank you for the nice comment! I really appreciate it. The name of the tune is "From the Eastside." Unfortunately I can't remember the artist. I bought it from a "royalty free music" place. But I use so many of those sites I don't remember which one it was one. I can dig further if you are really interested. I think it fit the video well. I'm glad yo like it.
I just use cheap, white flour and water for the paper mache part. Nothing fancy. No boiling water, no salt or anything else. I have a couple slower, instructional videos on my blog, PaperMacheBlog (dot com). Just go to the older posts. I have lots of information there and on my site.
This time I set the camera to 5 frames a second instead of my customary 1, but it didn't seem to make a difference. You are always really supportive. I really appreciate it. See you.
amazing talent !
2darkdog2 6 days ago
This is really awesome! O.O Very cool!
deadgirlalive 1 week ago
amazing work!!!
barbaracevasco 1 week ago
love this video
AWMsT 1 week ago
Hinduism is a pretty cool guy, eh has an elephant face and doesn't afraid of rodents
DragonBoy425 2 weeks ago
bizarre
crespoloko 3 weeks ago
What a lovely video, so inspirational. Never tried before, I'm making a puppet theatre for my son's birthday, got the frame on cardboard and papier mache (water-PVA mixture with newspaper). I've read you need to prime it with emulsion or varnish, not sure what to use. Any advise?
SpanishinEngland 4 weeks ago
Amazing! It is splendid!
Wow!ヽ(≧▽≦)/
sachiko0728 1 month ago
Wow!!! you could really make a few hundreds of Dollars with that Work of Art! Congratulations!! it's amazing!
jzama85 1 month ago
LOL did you wrap the cat inside? XD
jzama85 1 month ago
At least he got Ganesha correct.
chickenpop755 1 month ago
at first i thought you were going to roll up the cat into a newspaper ball
orangejuiceandgravy 1 month ago
That was cool.
Beatnikzombie 1 month ago
Wow it's amazing!, I like it! :-)
Esperantistik 1 month ago
OMG amazing!
ysgala 1 month ago
Nice texture on the trunk, great idea.
timmytapeworm13 2 months ago
What kind of tape do you use?
hettyhorses101 2 months ago
i just made my first paper maiche cow after reading your monster book, I think its the same you anyhoo, I recognise the cat.
ceridawn 2 months ago
this is a very good idea
LucyVarteni 2 months ago
Not sure if you've answered this yet but, what sort of eyes (and what size?) do you use? I'm thinking of creating a deer head trophy using paper and cloth mache techniques and wanted it to have eyes just like these! Thanks
omgz0mbie 3 months ago
I don't think I saw this one yet! AWESOME! SO much fun to watch and what a kewel piece!
julzabro 3 months ago
OH MY GOD DUDE!!! HOLY SHIT!!!!!!FFFUUUUUUUUUUUUU!!!!i need to learn to do this NOW!
LambOfGodFn 3 months ago
Amazing work!! those words are short for the great job you have done with Ganesh and his little friend! Keep the great job and ganesh bless you to continue with your art!!
zwindilyn 3 months ago
pro version of art attack
nietdavid 3 months ago 4
you might have answered this already... but what are those white strips that you use?
sirlordwhitman 4 months ago
@sirlordwhitman
Hello there. I put on a "skin" of cloth (old bed sheets torn into strips) dipped in white glue (like Elmer's). If you are interested in the techniques, check out my site, GourmetPaperMache (dot com) or my blog, PaperMacheBlog (dot com). Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 4 months ago 4
I like how you use the cat as a starter template ;)
Great work! I just ordered your book from Amazon, excited to try out your techniques. I'm also teaching myself how to make fleece and foam puppets and am going to try and combine the two mediums... I'll let you know how it works out. Thanks for the inspiration!
KookaburritoStudios 4 months ago
@KookaburritoStudios
Thank you for the nice comment! Thanks for buying one of my books. Let me know if you ever have any questions about the techniques. You can get a hold of me through my website, GourmetPaperMache (dot com). Good luck on your experiments.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 4 months ago
om gam ganapatye namaha!Jai Ganesha Jai !One of my favorite chants !Awesome Sculpture !I love all that ganesha stands for !Amazing !!!you really honored him and manifested his spirit through your art !Thanks for sharing !You rock !
denasewell 4 months ago
@denasewell
Thank you for your wonderful comment! I very much appreciate it. I'm glad that you like the piece.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 4 months ago
what is the yellow material u use in between the layers of paper mache ?
anyway u are amazing !!!
Zirboman 4 months ago
@Zirboman
Hello. Thank you for the kind words. That is just masking tape. It looks yellow in the video, but it is the regular, creamed color tape you buy at the hardware store.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 4 months ago
hola estan super tus figuras soy de mexico del estado de guanajuato y tengo la inquietud de realizar esto en la escuela en artes que tipo de pintura utilizas saludos.
abner7902 4 months ago
@abner7902
Hola de nuevo. Yo uso la pintura regular de la casa que es la mezcla de látex y acrílico. La pintura a base de agua va a funcionar bien.
¡Buena suerte!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 4 months ago
someone could say that's what always put at the end which is like a white paste?
tutibdg 5 months ago
@tutibdg
Hello there,
I put on a "skin" of cloth (old bed sheets) and white glue (usually Elmer's). I call the process "cloth mache".
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 5 months ago
@DanMonsterMan can i use tissue paper to change the "skin" of cloth..??thanks before..
christopherAPE 5 months ago
@christopherAPE
Yes, you can use tissue paper instead of the cloth.
Good luck on your project!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 5 months ago
you are phenomenal as well as an inspiration.
sirlordwhitman 5 months ago
@sirlordwhitman
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the nice comment.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 5 months ago
I wonder- Do you do this for work or is it just as a hobby?
Royours 5 months ago
@Royours
I am a teacher. But I am also a professional artist.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 5 months ago
Great job!
ThePirateCritic 5 months ago
@ThePirateCritic
Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to comment.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 5 months ago
Wow, really cool. Instructor for Design class turned us on to your videos for paper mache project. May I ask what the music is? Sounds Vai/Satriani-esque. Love your vids. I'm gonna watch and learn.
CherenkovBlues 5 months ago
@CherenkovBlues
Hi there. Thank you for the nice comment. I'm glad you enjoy my videos. Thank your Design instructor for me. The music is from a royalty free place on the web. It's called "From the Eastside". I can't remember the artist. sorry.
I hope you are inspired to make something. This is a great medium.
Good luck
Dan
DanMonsterMan 5 months ago
can u please tell me what type of paint you use on all your work. reply asap, i gotta make some baby animals for my sisters baby shower as center peices. Thanks
-iBebeKaay
alloutridergirl 5 months ago
@alloutridergirl
Hello there,
I just use all purpose paint like you buy at Home Depot. Just like you use on a house. But you can use any kind of paint so long as it is water soluble.
Good luck.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 5 months ago
EXCELLENT! THANK YOU!!!
ccz1826598 5 months ago
I love your videos!
I am an sec 3 visuel art student and our teacher was inspired by your videos, so our first project this year is to make a papier mache sculpture as yours! I'll try making a video or taking pictures for YouTube to see!
anyny0 5 months ago
@anyny0
Thank you for the nice comment! I hope you enjoy using this medium. And yes, I'd love to see the finished product. Please let me know when you post something. Good luck and take care.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 5 months ago
@DanMonsterMan what does rat have to do with it?
tyrannoboy123 5 months ago
@tyrannoboy123
It is my understanding that since rats can gnaw their way through anything, the rat symbolized Ganesha's ability to push through any obstacle. However, like with most Hindu deities, the symbolism changes depending upon who is talking about it. There seems to be unlimited variation in the realm of Hindu deities.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 5 months ago
@DanMonsterMan
Sure! It may take few months to complete it but I'll make sure to get pictures of our finished result.
anyny0 5 months ago
i loved this!
amywalkerartist 6 months ago
@amywalkerartist
Thank you Amy! That's very flattering coming from another artist.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 6 months ago
Amazing vid btw how much newspaper do u roughly use for every sclupture u make
woodster135 6 months ago
@woodster135
Thank you for the kind words. I probably use a small stack of newspaper, perhaps 8 inches worth for this project.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 6 months ago
thnks for the advise dan im going to try to make a zombie the best i can is the water and flour a good source to use or is the glue better??
samuelgerullisful 6 months ago
@samuelgerullisful
Hello again,
I use flour and water and newspaper for the first paper mache stage. After I sculpt with those, I use white glue (Elmer's) and cloth for the skin.
Good luck!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 6 months ago
im trying to get a skeliton papermache for this years haunted house but i try and try but am no good trying to find some one that will donate any tips??
samuelgerullisful 6 months ago
@samuelgerullisful
Hello there. I don't think paper mache is a good medium for skeletons. That's why you are having trouble with them. Now ghosts or zombies or twisted human beings....perfect for paper mache. You should make one of those. You'd have a much easier time with it.
Good luck.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 6 months ago
Thanks Dan!
Pottymoon 6 months ago
Ahhh glue, I see now, thanks Dan!!
Pottymoon 6 months ago
@Pottymoon
I use old bed sheets for the cloth. Cotton is best, and the older the sheet the better. Tear into strips. And Elmer's glue is the best glue, but any white, all purpose glue will work.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 6 months ago
What ARE those white wrinkly pieces you put on????
Pottymoon 6 months ago
@Pottymoon
Those are pieces of cloth dipped into white glue. That's all.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 6 months ago
I am stunned! That is magnificent! There is no way I could recreate this but I LoVe it!
LoVeLaDyLiLiTh 6 months ago
@LoVeLaDyLiLiTh
Thank you so much for the sweet comment! I very much appreciate it. It just takes practice. You could always give it a try.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 6 months ago
Are cat assistants a prerequisite to paper mache? I see, or hear, them frequently on YouTube videos on the subject! LOL good work.
rriverstone1 6 months ago
@rriverstone1
Hello there. My cats certainly are essential to my work. For the record, other cats started showing up after Eddie and Max (my cats) became popular. Just had to say it. Thank you for the kind words. I really appreciate it.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 6 months ago
@DanMonsterMan If you have any interest at all in dominoes, there's a person named FlippyCat whose cat helps built very elaborate domino structures -- and knock them down! FlippyCat is on YouTube. I shared a bunch of your monsters on Facebook today: Asian Horror Movies(download movies) and yes, there is no space between "Movies" and "("
I'm interested in recycled/inexpensive materials for Halloween crafts I can sell @ flea mkt. I'm stealing some ideas from you
rriverstone1 6 months ago
@rriverstone1
Thank you for the tip. I'll check out FlippytCat.. Sounds really fun. Thank you for sharing my videos too. That's very nice of you.
DanMonsterMan 6 months ago
hey what do u use for the eyes? wherre do u get them?
stewdemonkey 7 months ago
@stewdemonkey
Hi there. I use glass, taxidermy eyes a lot of the time. In this case, these were mannequin eyes. You can find these eyes online. Just google "glass eyes taxidermy" and you'll find several companies.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 7 months ago
GOOD job !!!! excellent video
albrecht1471 7 months ago
@albrecht1471
Thank you for the nice comment! I'm glad you like it.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 7 months ago
kool project btw, and whats that black stuff u put on, then removed? jw
MrCapullo000 7 months ago
@MrCapullo000
Thank you for the nice comment. What you see is just black paint with water added. I paint it on and then wipe it off before it dries. I call the process "blackwashing." It really brings out the color and accentuates the details.
Thanks for watching.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 7 months ago
is the yellowis stuff tape?
demonx242 7 months ago
@demonx242
Hi there,
Yes, that is just masking tape. It looks yellow on the film.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 7 months ago
@DanMonsterMan thanks, you stuffs really cool. i wanna do a skull mask with moving jaw, so i was looking around.
demonx242 7 months ago
@demonx242
You are welcome. Good luck on your project!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 7 months ago
Excellent!
StowAlex 7 months ago
@StowAlex
Thank you!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 7 months ago
Olá.. você é muito bom mesmo.. meus parabens... 1ª vez que eu vejo um trabalho assim... muito bom. ^^ - Espero ter você aqui um dia conosco no Sem Cortes. Valeu!
wandersonhp 7 months ago
@wandersonhp
Obrigado pelas gentis palavras muito. Estou feliz que você gosta minha arte.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 7 months ago
@DanMonsterMan hey supersteelers65! wats up u not making much vids noe? : (
TheFlamingoXD 7 months ago
@TheFlamingoXD
Hi there,
I am doing some art work and making a video. But they are labor intensive and take time. Thanks for checking in though. Hope all is well with you.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 7 months ago
Olá amigo, onde você compra os olhos? ou você que fez eles?
Abraços do Brasil.
7enorio 8 months ago
@7enorio
Olá lá. Eu compro os olhos de taxidermistas. Você pode encontrá-los online. Apenas o Google, "olhos de vidro".
Obrigado por seus comentários.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 8 months ago
adorei , muito criativo de primeira vista ninguem acreditaria que a base da escultura seria de papel, apenas cuidado com o gato para não comer esse rato.kkkkkkk
claudioapm 9 months ago
@claudioapm
Isso é muito engraçado! Eu nunca pensei nisso dessa forma. Meus gatos estavam muito interessadosem que o rato. Obrigado por você comentar divertido!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 9 months ago
This is absolutely incredible :D Ganesha is my favorite diety, and I honestly would love to have one for my home. Your work is amazing. Thank you for sharing your gift! :D
trinityfairy 9 months ago
@trinityfairy
Thank you so much for your nice comment. I really appreciate your kind words. I'm glad you like the project.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 9 months ago
what you do is beyond amazing!
Akaihari 9 months ago
@Akaihari
You are too kind. I really appreciate your nice comments. I'm very flattered. Thank you!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 9 months ago
The way you edit your videos are so brilliant!
aimeebaines 9 months ago
@aimeebaines
I'm glad you like the videos. I appreciate you telling me so.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 9 months ago
You should try a paper Màché Iguana I watched your videos a while back and they inspired me to do one. I would like to see how you would do it:)
cynthiavlove 9 months ago
@cynthiavlove
Did you iguana turn out well? I'd love to see it. I hope you had fun. I've got a couple projects in the works currently, but who knows, maybe an iguana is in the future. Thank you for the suggestion.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 9 months ago
That is truly wonderful. Love Mooshika, but are you sure he's a boy? Have you SEEN the back end of a male rat? They got pillows to sit on back there!
xenubarb 9 months ago
@xenubarb
Hi there.
Thank you for the nice comment! I think you are right about the boy rat. Guess I didn't get all the details perfect. Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 9 months ago
thank you for the video it is amazing but you have to put it a bit slower. and with what you stick the paper in the begin? i love paper mache. goodbye
gregoC13 10 months ago
@gregoC13
Hello. I just put the paper strips into flour and water paste. If you are interested, I have much more information about my methods at my site, GourmetPaperMache (dot com) and on my blog, PaperMacheBlog (dot com).
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 10 months ago
Amazing !!! What did you use on the trump for the skin ripples effect ? It doesn't look like paper. It looks more like clothes sheet... Can you tell specifically what it is ? Very inspirational stuff. Subscribed here and on your blog. Thanks to share your know-how with us.
B3RS3RK3R666 10 months ago
@B3RS3RK3R666
Thank you for the kind words. Yes indeed, what you see is cloth. I apply a "skin" of cloth (old bed sheets) dipped in white glue (like Elmer's or PVA). I call the process "cloth mache". It adds amazing strength and allows for detail beyond what you can get with paper. Thank you for the subscriptions. You are very kind.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 10 months ago
awesome video
Chan4Crafts 10 months ago
@Chan4Crafts
Thank you Chan! Very nice of you to say.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 10 months ago
@TheDannisizeShow
I love the Simpsons. But I don't want to do copyrighted work. I prefer dragons and other such fantasy creatures. But thank you for the suggestion.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 10 months ago
what is that white stuff you put before you paint it?
94shirleynew 11 months ago
@94shirleynew
I put a "skin" of cloth dipped in white glue on my pieces. That's what you are seeing.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 11 months ago
@DanMonsterMan and what kind of glue is this white glue? (i dont know much about paper mache, but want to try it, i am a sculptor myself). the base of my sculptures is polystyrene and i want to try to put paper mache on the polystyrene as finishing touch. do you have any advice? what kind of paper and glue is the best to use in this case? the mache layer must to rather thin, so the structure i sculpt in polystyrene stays visible. i hope you want to help me! thank you
Kapojos 11 months ago
@Kapojos
Hello fellow sculptor. The white glue I mention is PVA or all purpose glue. I just use newspaper and flour and water paste for my basic shapes. The "skin" is white glue and cloth. Makes the projects very strong and durable. I'm not sure however how it will stick to polystyrene. Sorry.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 11 months ago
@Kapojos
As far as added strength, any kind of armature with wire in it will work. Obviously the thicker you make it the stronger it will get (but the longer it will take to dry). But paper mache can get extremely strong if you make it thick enough (and if you apply it the right way).
Good luck.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 11 months ago
Hi Mr. Monster Man, I am a first time paper mache maker attempting to make a mammoth..i hope to make it out alive..so first its 4-5 newspaper layerings and then u use white computer paper for the wrinkly details?
i love your videos and how u take such great consideration in the anatomy of your creatures :)
laurenzini33 11 months ago
@laurenzini33
Hello there.
Thank you for your kind words. Actually, what you are watching at the end is what I call "cloth mache." I add a "skin" of cloth (an old bed sheet) dipped in white glue (Elmer's or PVA). It makes the project very strong and allows for detail just paper doesn't allow.
You can get more detailed information about this on my blog, PaperMacheBlog (dot com) or my site, GourmetPaperMache (dot com).
Good luck!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 11 months ago
@DanMonsterMan my sculputers are big (more than life size) do you know how to give the paper mache more strength, without creating very thick layers?? thank you very much!
Kapojos 11 months ago
That one has got a funny concept! I love your works and especially the the technique of painting and wiping the paint off to create that texture effect. I'm planning to create something using paper mache, unfortunately I have only my bedroom to work in and no proper table at all! And paper mache could get quite messy as I can see, so I guess I'll have to prepare to work in my bed somehow... xD By the way, do you get the eyes online?
MissUnrefined 1 year ago
@MissUnrefined
Thank you for the nice comment! I really appreciate it. Yes, paper mache is a bit messy. But it is worth the mess I think. And yes, I do get the eyes online. If you google, "glass eyes" you'll find several companies.
Take care and good luck.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
I'm just amazed it can hold an axe!
jerknesswallace 1 year ago
@jerknesswallace
Since there is wire clothes hangers in the fingers, the fingers will bend enough (and stay rigid enough) to hold things. Thank you for the nice comment!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
Man, this is a great sculpt painting tutorial. Thanks a bunch!
Harleyd497 1 year ago
@Harleyd497
Thank you! I appreciate the kind words.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
dan exelente video muy bueno
pd:me fue super bien en el proyecto de esculturas gracias a lo que me dijiste de como hacer los dientes con el material gracias
andy
andycarlosadrian 1 year ago
@andycarlosadrian
Gracias por sus amables palabras. Estoy muy feliz de que me podría ayudar con su arte. Me encantaría verlo.
Tenga cuidado.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
Dan the Man!! Whats next, my friend?
TheBroodingTom 1 year ago
@TheBroodingTom
Hey Tom,
I'm building a dragon sitting next to a nest with a couple eggs in it. Like you, I'm documenting my build on my blog, PaperMacheBlog (dot com). Hope your project is coming along.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
wow that beautiful work
jc3133 1 year ago
@jc3133
Thank you for the nice comment!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
@extremotheclown
Thank you! The hands were fun to make. Hope all is well with you. Hope you are making art.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
such a great job. very good videos, I would like to know, what price you take a job as the hippo, visit my channel greetings arteenreciclado
arteenreciclado 1 year ago
@arteenreciclado
Thank you for the nice comment. I have visited your channel. You do beautiful work!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
Absolutely jaw droppingly GORGEOUS! Dan...you are the quintessential paper mache master. Congrats on this and hurry up on that dragon and nest one - can't wait! :)
veritassecreto 1 year ago
@veritassecreto
Thank you Stephane! It's always nice to hear from you. I hope you are making and selling art yourself.
I finished the dragon's nest yesterday. Not that it's that interesting, but I'll post some photos today on my blog.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
man, how come ur not the most viewed youtube guy in the papier mache stuff.
ur the best. u shud work in the film industry doin props and suff (ignore if you already do). man, i really enjoy watching ur videos. cheers!
qwtrerry 1 year ago
@qwtrerry
You are very kind. Thank you for the enthusiastic comment! I really appreciate it.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
Wow! This turned out really neato! I've seen many sculptures of Ganesh in museums, but never like this! Good work as always.
Linz
xsyrenn 1 year ago
@xsyrenn
Hey Lindsey! It's always nice to hear from you! I'm glad you like this one. Hope school is going well.
Remember to make room for your art.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
about how much does each of your pieces cost to make?
bigheadedboy 1 year ago
@bigheadedboy
It's hard to say since I buy everything in bulk and then build several pieces at a time. Maybe $25 or $30. That's a bit of a guess. Sorry I can't be more specific.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
great video as usual dan fantastic to watch thanks for the upload :o)
BuggleBuster 1 year ago
@BuggleBuster
Thank you! As always you are really supportive. I appreciate it very much.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
did you do this for the thaipusam celebration?
aisumi123 1 year ago
@aisumi123
I'm sorry, I didn't do it for the thaipusam celebration. I don't know what that is. I appealed to me artistically. Seemed like it would be a fun challenge. I will investigate that celebration now that you've brought it up.
Thanks for commenting.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
@DanMonsterMan oh no no its okay just wondering cus the thaipusam celebration was celebrated on the 20th so probably just a coincidence which is pretty cool if you ask me. Its a hindu celebration where i think they celebrate something i don't know much about it just the people here in my country celebrates it and we get a day off from school. :D
aisumi123 1 year ago
@aisumi123
Where do you live? I checked it out on the web. Looks like they celebrate in Sri Lanka among other places. Thank you for the information! That I posted on that day was a fun coincidence.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
@DanMonsterMan I live in Malaysia now I used to live in the States sure miss it there:(
aisumi123 1 year ago
@aisumi123
Malaysia is a beautiful part of the world, no doubt.
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
Hello Dan!
I've seen all your movies and what can I say? U R my inspiration, U R doing such a good work that I don't think about anything else :) Thank you! I already tried many art techniques but you've showed me that paper mache rules :)
I'm starting my own paper mache project this week, I have to buy good polyvinyl acetate glue cause in my country (Poland) is no elmers glue in the shops :/ and shipping from US costs 10times more than glue :) any advise?
Thanks once again
br, Matthew
metter4000 1 year ago
@metter4000
Hey Matthew,
That is high praise indeed! Thank you! I don't think you should use acetate based glue. That is plastic. It doesn't have to be Elmer's brand. It is sometimes called PVA glue. Any white (or slightly yellow), WATER based glue will work. Ask at your hardware (a store that sells building materials) store. Usually "wood glue" is PVA and will work. This is for the "skin" only to use with the cloth (an old bed sheet is best).
Let me know if it's a problem.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
@DanMonsterMan
Hi again :)
Thanks for respond :) That's the other thing I really admire and appreciate - your helpfulness.
Now I get the difference :) PVA glue is much different, Ive already found it online :) but only in 500ml bottles :P
Is elmers glue colorless after drying?
Thanks again, I'll send you some pictures during progress,
Br, Matthew
metter4000 1 year ago
@metter4000
I think 500ml would be a good amount for a decent size project. It does dry somewhat clear, not like acetate based glues, but clear. It is a bit cloudy. I use fiberglass casting resin for drool on some projects (an acetate based product) and it is very clear. But the stuff is actually dangerous, need safety glasses and to be outdoors.
I'd love to post photos on my site if you are interested. Just send to dan at gourmetpapermache (dot com). Good luck! Have fun!
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
@DanMonsterMan
thanks again :) I got 2 more questions - do u add any water to the glue or just use it as it is? and for how long do u keep the cloth pieces in the glue before putting on the masterpiece :) ?
I'm starting to think about some paper mache furniture :P
Br, Matthew
metter4000 1 year ago
@metter4000
I use the glue full strength. Unlike the paper mache part of the process (where I never put the paper in the paste) I do put the cloth in the white glue. I just dip the pieces in and manipulate them so that they get thoroughly soaked. Then take them out and squeeze out the excess.
Paper mache furniture is great. I just posted some photos on my site of someone who made a cool chair.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
@DanMonsterMan What is the name of tune you got going and the artist?? by the way this is amazing !! I instantly subscribed.
nuke97 1 year ago
@nuke97
Thank you for the nice comment! I really appreciate it. The name of the tune is "From the Eastside." Unfortunately I can't remember the artist. I bought it from a "royalty free music" place. But I use so many of those sites I don't remember which one it was one. I can dig further if you are really interested. I think it fit the video well. I'm glad yo like it.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
Hey, I was wondering if you could pm me the recipe you use, or make a video, it would be really helpful.
thanks
bilawal31 1 year ago
@bilawal31
Hi there,
I just use cheap, white flour and water for the paper mache part. Nothing fancy. No boiling water, no salt or anything else. I have a couple slower, instructional videos on my blog, PaperMacheBlog (dot com). Just go to the older posts. I have lots of information there and on my site.
Good luck
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
Amazing as usual! <3
origamipotato 1 year ago
@origamipotato
You are always very kind. I hope your art is going well.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
Awesome, You are the God of paper mache: DanMonsterMan!!!
Eduardroid 1 year ago
just a bit too fast ...
mallardhead 1 year ago
@mallardhead
It's funny cause I actually slowed this down on the camera. I use time lapse so it's hard to get it right.
Hope all is well with you.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
@DanMonsterMan
oh, i love it, but its hard to follow and learn from when its so fast.... but DMM rules !!
mallardhead 1 year ago
@mallardhead
This time I set the camera to 5 frames a second instead of my customary 1, but it didn't seem to make a difference. You are always really supportive. I really appreciate it. See you.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
again, another amazing paper mache sculpture.
you are AWESOME!!!
legomoviesguy 1 year ago
@legomoviesguy
Thank you. You are always too kind.
Take care
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
AAAAAAAAAA, LOVE that. Wow! You inspire me, a lot.
Axartist
axartist 1 year ago
@axartist
That's the best compliment you can get from another artist. Thank you! And good luck on your projects.
Dan
DanMonsterMan 1 year ago
These are always so mind blowing! Great work!
youtubasoarus 1 year ago