WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM MOLD MAKING CLASS?
Mold making is a very tedious and long process, requiring some math and spatial thinking. But once you understand fundamental techniques, it becomes less intimidating. In this course, I'm going to walk you through the process of making plaster molds for each part of the ball-jointed doll. We're going to learn about materials, techniques and all the challenges that may occur. After this course, you'll be fully equipped to cast your own porcelain dolls!
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Plaster mold making class is an online course that you can follow at your own pace. All the lessons are pre-recorded and will be available to you after the payment. There's no time limit, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
You'll have access to closed Facebook group for students where you can get individual consultations from me, ask questions and share your progress.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING?
Your Instructor
Hey there! I'm Adele, vigorous doll artist who never stops exploring. I'm inviting you to join me on this journey of discovering a fascinating world of ball-jointed dolls. After building up my courage to try and work with porcelain, I finally present you what has been in the making for years - fully poseable ball-jointed dolls.
I've been creating dolls since 2013. Thereafter I've been learning about all of the different types of dolls that exist. Articulated porcelain dolls just spoke to me! The marvellous ancient material and modern design complement each other perfectly. I've started working on my first porcelain doll since late 2016 and now I welcome you to see where this endeavour will take me!
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN?
Make plaster molds for every part of the doll
In this course, I'm going to walk you through the process of making plaster molds for each part of the ball-jointed doll.
Work with plasticine and plaster
We're going to learn about materials, techniques and all the challenges that may occur. After this course, you'll be fully equipped to cast your own porcelain dolls!
All necessary steps to prepare for casting dolls
Plaster, when it's set, is very porous. It draws moisture from liquid porcelain slip, and that's how porcelain hardens in the mold. You can use plaster molds with air-drying casting slips like "Flumo" or "Li-Qua-Che" as well.