In this video tutorial, we show how to body cast a female torso using Body Double Lifecasting Silicone. This mold was made using a model who was partially clothed, nude except for denim shorts.
Body Double Coverage Chart - www.smooth-on.com/page/body-double-silicone-visual-coverage-chart/
In order to allow the Body Double to release from the shorts which are worn by the topless model, we use Vaseline to seal the pores of the denim fabric. The Vaseline allows the silicone to release from the shorts easily.
Body Double Silicone is combined with Hyperfolic release additive to make a self-releasing silicone which captures extreme detail, down to the model's tattoos! A plaster bandage support shell is made, and then duoMatrix NEO polymer gypsum is cast into the final mold. The NEO is combined with bronze powder to create a casting with a real metal finish.
Body Double Silicone - www.smooth-on.com/product-line/body-double/
duoMatrix NEO - www.smooth-on.com/products/duomatrix-neo/
Bronze metal powder - www.smooth-on.com/products/bronze-metal-powder/
#lifecasting #female #sculpture
00:00 Project introduction
00:18 Materials needed
00:33 Preparing the jeans for molding
00:57 Cutting bandages for the support shell
01:19 Calculate material coverage
01:45 Making registration keys in advance
03:14 Preparing the model and materials for lifecasting
04:43 Applying the first layer of Body Double silicone
05:37 Applying the second layer of Body Double silicone
06:18 Applying thickened Body Double silicone to fill undercuts
07:27 Applying pre-made silicone keys
08:27 Applying plaster bandages to create a support shell
09:53 Demolding the support shell and silicone rubber mold
11:00 Creating the metal cold casting
17:30 Finishing and polishing the metal cold casting
Adult Supervision Required
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
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