Harry Potter Wand Progress and Tutorial

[spiltkoolaid]

Hi there! This is my first post on RPF, so I apologize if I've posted in the wrong thread! But anywhos, I wanted to share some progress photos of my most recent made prop. I would love some critique as well! (Be gentle XP) Thanks!




I used a wooden dowel and Sculpey clay as my mediums for the wand.



Using a toothpick, I began fleshing out all the details and characteristics of the wand.



After some time in the oven and a good coat of paint and gloss, this is the finished product:

 

[ultraman]

pretty awesome job!
i look forward to seeing more of your stuff!

welcome to the site!!

 

[Fenris]

Cool!

I also make wands. Our only difference is I use non-toxic epoxy putty. Needs no baking, it cures after 3hrs and becomes rock-hard after 8hrs.

 

[spiltkoolaid]

Thanks, ultraman!

Fenris, that's really cool! You gotta be a quick sculpt then.

 

[Fenris]

Yup, I need to be fast in sculpting, but because I'm so used to making wands it's become second nature to me. I just need to make sure I finish before the putty semi-cures otherwise it'll be hard to work with.

Here's a link to my wands, in case you're interested:
http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=233805

 

[paulp]

Wow, great stuff. Coming along nicely!