Synopses & Reviews
How-tos by the master of realistic fanciful polymer figures!
* More than 400 step-by-step full-color photos and 200 drawings
* Innovative techniques, taught by a master
* Inspiring ideas, practical information
Anyone who has ever marveled over Katherine Deweys amazing creations has wondered, "How did she do that?" In Creating Lifelike Figures in Polymer Clay, the renowned artist reveals exactly how she makes her incredible human figures and fantasy characters--and how polymer-clay crafters everywhere can do the same. With more than 400 step-by-step photographs in full color plus 200 detailed drawings, Dewey teaches how to sculpt realistic figures in any scale using her simple appliqué approach. She covers the entire process: selecting clay, making modeling tools, proportioning figures, posing, ethnic and gender subtleties, facial expressions, costumes in clay, and finishing touches. For anyone who loves fantasy, romance, nature--or sophisticated crafting--this book is a must-have.
Synopsis
Katherine Dewey's expressive and elegantly detailed sculptures enchant all who see them. With the magical medium of polymer clay and this book, you can follow in her footsteps.
Thorough instructions supported by more than 400 step-by-step color photos and 200 detailed drawings cover the entire process of sculpting realistic figures. Easy-to-read maps of the figure illustrate the landmarks of the body, while scale diagrams indicate the simple shapes hidden within the human form, as well as how to combine and model those shapes.
For anyone who loves fantasy, romance, nature--or sophisticated crafting--this book is a must-have.
About the Author
Katherine Dewey has used polymer clay to create fanciful, exquisitely detailed sculptures for more than 30 years. She lives in Maxwell, Texas. Visit her on the web at www.elvenwork.com.