FAQ’s
Years ago I did, and one never knows what life changes might bring! However, not at this time…though I Do Love to Teach!
Any Art and Craft Supply store, brick and mortar or on line. Examples: DickBlick, Michaels, PolymerClaySuperstore.com, Sculpey.com
Certainly! Take a photo or three of the damage and attach them to an email describing what happened and I’ll let you know if I can help, and estimate of the cost. I’ll explain how to properly box and ship to my studio so I may sort out the injury!
Dry dust with a soft brush, or for grimier conditions, use warm water, a little mild dishes detergent and a soft brush. Don’t use Dawn, it’s too harsh. Then rinse in warm water, blot excess water with a soft cloth or towel, allow to air dry or use a hair dryer on low. If you have special circumstances or are unsure, email with photos and I’ll be happy to advise you!
Though I did attend Massachusetts College of Art and learned many useful skills there, I was born with a talent and understanding of 3 Dimensional creativity – both subtraction (carving) and addition (as in Clay work). I see what I want to create in my imagination and it comes through my hands…Magic!
I use Swarovski and Austrian Crystals for the eyes, toes, fingernails and many other places where a little sparkly is needed!
I create the wings from Thai Papers and Bronze Welding Rod. I then hand paint and treat them with 2 products. One for UV protection and one for durability.
No. Polymer Clay stays soft and pliable till its fired. An ordinary oven is used for this low fire compound.
All my Fantasy sculptures are made of Polymer Clay and all by my hand. The clays begin as solid color blocks and I create the marbling effect by mixing the clays together. The color that you see is actually the Clay itself – I use no paint on the clay.