Prosthetic Sculpting Tutorial Video Part 3: skin textures

Hi from Stuart @ http://www.learnprostheticmakeup.com! This is the final part of three basic sculpting technique tutorials. This video concentrates on creating various skin textures using very simple methods.

This will also be posted to my blog where I shall post updates and a PDF version of the the sculpting techniques covered in these videos:
http://www.learnmakeupeffects.com/blog/

If you are interested in buying prosthetic materials, check out the comprehensive supplier list in the free module of my AWESOME Latex ecourse:
http://www.learnmakeupeffects.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Free_Download-op...

Check out the FREE mini ecourse if you haven't already:
http://www.learnprostheticmakeup.com/

Category:

Howto & Style

Tags:

• make up
• effects
• fx
• special
• sculpting
• sculpture
• prosthetic
• halloween
• gore
• monster
• creature
• appliance
• sculpt
• mask

[Flurry0fFun]

It's so amazing ! Really, thank you ! Can I acheive a skin texture like this if using clay ?

[stuartbray73]

@Flurry0fFun To some degree yes, although the grit/grain size of most clays will limit the smaller stuff like pores and small dots. It is quicker in clay as you can just smooth it with water - and most people use a sponge to wipe and stipple the skin texture on.

For appliances, it is better to use oil based clay as the thin edges dry quickly on thin edges.

-Stuart

[gorilla4SOLD]

Stuart, GREAT videos! These will be a great help! Where can one purchase the plastic brush and the different "gauges" of plastic? I have no idea where I'd find the thicker plastics...  Thanks again!

[stuartbray73]

@gorilla4SOLD Hardware stores will sell the brushes. You could also use a stiff toothbrush. As to the plastic, you will find rolls of plastic in different thicknesses in hardware stores often used as protective sheeting in building/decorating or as a liner in concrete to stop moisture. Try and ask for a sample as you need so little, and also fold thinner plastic over on itself to increase thickness on thinner plastic.

-Stuart

[arattin]

Stuart,

Your videos continue to illustrate the fact that you are truly a stellar special effects artist! Thank you very much for educating those of us who dabble in special effects makeup. The techniques that you unselfishly choose to share will allow all who view your videos to improve dramatically.

[stuartbray73]

@arattin Cheers me dears. That's really kind - I basically like to show things in a way that I want to see them explained. Doesn't suit everyone, but I can only spout it the way I see it. Thanks for watching - will be more soon!

-Stuart

[stuartbray73]

@jaspearianpictures This red clay (Le Beau Touche) is very sticky and soft which is great for quick sculpting but when you start doing the fine detail, often the sticky clay bonds a little to the plastic so I talk it to take the tackiness away.

Also, the clay slides a little against the plastic as you press in with a sharp tool, giving it a cleaner finish. If the plastic grips the clay, it tends to not be so crisp and neat.

-Stuart

[chowragnarok]

I am really enjoying these videos, Stuart a friend told me about them and I hope to get into makeup effects soon. I am learning alot though I haven't sculpted anything yet so thank you for posting these videos.

[MistiqueMakeup]

So helpful once again, thank you so much :)

x

[instantmonsters]

Brilliant video as always, Stuart.



[hodders666]

Awesome vid Stuart, it really helped me achieve a more realistic effect, good man,

Thanks Paul

[j5haw40]

excellant work again stuart , very informative

[jaspearianpictures]

@stuartbray73 Ah, that makes sense. Thanks!