Best lifecast and full head cast tutorial?

[KingNothing]

I've found a couple out there, and technique varies a tad, but I've found the materials to change the most. What's the best (in your opinion) for lifecasting, and furthermore, for a whole head with neckline casting?

 

[patsmear]

The best thing for a throwaway mold is Alginate and plaster bandages. It would be good to at least have two sets of hands also.

Most alginate is a dental grade so it dries quickly. The prosthetic grade sets in about 15 min. longer work time but isn't needed.

Pat

 

[weaselflinger]

http://www.nimbacreations.com/Lifecasting/lifecasting-1.htm

 

[propsculptor]

Here's a great DVD, showing Lifecasting & more, and it's very inexpensive...

http://www.moviefxmag.com/master_class_1.html

Over 3 hours of Special Effects lessons and demonstrations for only $19.95.

It's a DVD with Step-by-step Video showing how to sculpt a Maquette,

Half Mask,

and a Full-Head Mask.

There are also tutorials showing how to paint with an Airbrush,

Make Teeth and Fangs,

& How to create a Headcast.

There is also a tutorial showing a Prosthetic Application.

It's a great way to get started as a beginner,
without spending a fortune on schooling.

 

[voice in the crowd]

http://www.accu-cast.us/proc_head.html

http://www.artmolds.com/index.cfm


These may help.

Cheers Chris.