Lifecasting Question

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Baruthulous

New Member

• Aug 26, 2014

• #1

Ok, so, I'm quite new to makeup and what not, did a life cast of my friends head that turned out alright, and then I watched this video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxJ1jcU9hzU

I thought, well, that looks simple enough..........IT'S NOT!! I almost died, lol, damn nose.......

Anyways, was wondering if anyone knows of a safe way of getting a mould of your head by yourself? Nobody I know is into this sort of thing. Are there any service out there? Or even anyone on here that lives in Sydney (or even better, Wollongong) that could help me out?

Cheers,
Baru

 

Beaker

Well-Known Member

• Aug 26, 2014

• #2

Never would I recommend trying to do a lifecast to yourself with no support... way to dangerous

 

Mr Mold Maker

Master Member

• Aug 26, 2014

• #3

There is no "safe" way to get a mold of yourself. Especially if you're a beginner. I have done it before but that's after years of doing it on other people, and I suspect the gentleman in the video has made quite a few as well. You certainly don't want to slap material on your face that you aren't intimately familiar with.

If you have a facebook you can find quite a few Special Effects Groups, I'd join a few and put the word out you're looking for a lifecaster in your area. I'd stick with a studio if you can, because they have a reputation. If Joe Shmoe asks to do it for you and he doesn't have pictures of previous work I would try to find a more reputable person.

 

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OldSkoolEffects

Well-Known Member

• Aug 26, 2014

• #4

Lifecasting your head/face is definitely not something to do on your own.

 

jtkirk

Well-Known Member

RPF PREMIUM MEMBER

• Aug 26, 2014

• #5

I've done my face only but I used a wide straw for my mouth and filled it in later. I would not attempt a full head mold alone EVER. speaking of which, anyone life in florida? I need help.

 

clonesix

Master Member

• Aug 26, 2014

• #6

Hello Baru,

and welcome to the forum. I am glad that you are safe and not injured from your attempt at molding yourself. No, you should NOT try to do this yourself.

I understand when you don't have others to help you. It can make things very frustrating, but please don't endanger yourself for it.

Here is my suggestion: Train a few of your friends to do this by watching some videos on youtube, and doing one, or two practice sessions on someone else, first. Let your friends experience how long you can work with the alginate before it hardens, practice going around the nose, without clogging a nostrils. Once they have done it a few times, then let them try it on you.

I also suggest going to the FX Lab: http://www.theeffectslab.com/forums/index.php for a few pointers. Good luck, and stay safe.

 

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jayroth

Active Member

• Aug 26, 2014

• #7

Only get this done by someone with previous experience. Do NOT train your friends to do it... Things can easily go wrong, whereas a pro will be able to avoid any real issues...

 

daredevil665

Sr Member

• Aug 26, 2014

• #8

I laughed a lot ', especially when the man was trying things without seeing. I agree that advise this thing is risky, because it could make even a novice. I do not know, but if I do it, I would build a containment box around the face, with an opening very near the contour of the face (mold division head in front of / behind the head). Standing in front of the mirror, put the plasticine to close the remaining gaps. then two straws in my nose and I lie doon horizontally to pour the mixture.

 

pitchforknumb

Sr Member

• Aug 27, 2014

• #9

I think your best bet would be to put out where you live, and hope someone with experience lives close to you.