In the course GARAGE MONSTERS - HOW TO MAKE CREATURE FX ON A BUDGET Shannon uses a tool he calls dragon skin for shaping the foam torso. Googling this tool leads to zero results. Anyone know where to get one?
One good alternative is a surform. They are basically like a firm piece of Dragon Skin mounted to a handle. They come in different shapes and sizes. Here's a common one.
Very handy to have and work wonders. The only downside is they don't flex like the sanding sheets, which helps a lot when making rounded forms.
Mesh sandpaper can also work, but they are not as aggressive.
Shannon has provided some more information as well.
Apparently, the manufacturer stopped making "Dragon Skin." He recommends using a very fine Parmesean cheese grater. And coarse sandpaper will get you part of the way.
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Otherwise, you can look up other brands of steel sanding sheets.
/Chris
Very handy to have and work wonders. The only downside is they don't flex like the sanding sheets, which helps a lot when making rounded forms.
Mesh sandpaper can also work, but they are not as aggressive.
Drywall sanding screen might also work.
/Chris
Apparently, the manufacturer stopped making "Dragon Skin." He recommends using a very fine Parmesean cheese grater. And coarse sandpaper will get you part of the way.
/Chris