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Post by m3lexor on Mar 22, 2005 21:02:09 GMT -8
I have a huge respect for any one that has mastered the art of clay modeling. It is very diffecult to put it plainly, to get the shape was alot of tool making and trial and error but now i am at a loss i have read post on the forum and i think i understand that the finish is done with steeles only .Im really happy with the work so far but i do not have the skill to remove every inperfection or flaw from the surface the part im building is for racing only it would still do its job but if something is worth doing its worth doing right. is there any techique that i can use . I have not posted any pictures of my progress i would like to but i do not know how to yet to busy molding clay,P.S. clay is theroputic
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Post by Steve Austin on Mar 31, 2005 8:44:11 GMT -8
Hi m3lexor, The use of steels is the best way to finish the surface of the clay model. Rule of thumb is to use the largest and stiffest steel for the surface that you are modeling, that is, it still needs to conform to the surface so that it removes the high spots as you drag it towards you. By flexing the steel around the surface and dragging the steel towards you, you will find that it will remove all the high spots. If you have a lot of hollows, these need to be re-packed with clay and the procedure repeated. If the steel is too soft it will just bend to whatever shape the clay is underneath, therefore doing little to perfect a surface. The thickness value for the steels to use comes with experience and practice. A selection of thicknesses can be found on the web page; www.claysculptors.com/steels.htm Keep on practicing and the technique will come to you. Some people have resorted to using solvents to perfect their surfaces. I personally would advise against this. Best of luck, Steve A
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