Modelling Clay Issue

mjhfx

Hello! I'm new here, signed up so I could post this question and then peruse the videos. I've been doing basic SFX makeup for a while but haven't don't anything with prosthetics yet. I'm venturing into that realm now and plan to make some basic flat mold prosthetics out of latex. I got my modelling clay the other day and thought I would try it out while I wait for my other supplies to come in. However, after an hour of playing around, I'm wondering if I got the wrong kind or if I'm doing something wrong. I've been trying to smooth out the edges with both my fingers and a few tools so I get a nice thin edge but my clay won't do that, it just kind of rips away and bunches up. I tried heating it up but it didn't really make much of a difference. The only thing that did seem to help was adding a little baby oil. I've attached a picture below of my last attempt where the left side had baby oil applied and the right did not, so you can see what I'm talking about. I've also included a photo of the label. If I did get the wrong kind does anyone have suggestions on a better option and where you can purchase it in Canada? Thanks for your help!

Chris Ellerby

I'm not familiar with that brand, but if you can get it to work for you then it should be good.  And it's sulfur-free so you can make molds of your work with platinum-based silicones. 

If you want to try another clay I would suggest Chavant Medium NSP or Monster Clay.  Not sure about their availability in Canada but I know you can order them online.

/Chris

mjhfx

Thanks Chris! I ended up buying some Chavant clay and it worked much better. The white clay is fine for making walls when I make moulds of my sculpts.