Prop of a stump

BathoryfxBathoryfx ✭
in Makeup Effects
Hi guys!

I may need an help from you!
I need to recreate the stump shoulder of Freddy Krueger in Freddy vs Jason, but I've never done anything like that before. I have done body silicone props so the sculpture and the pouring/painting process is ok for me, but never done a silicone prop reusable which can be attached to the shoulder with a string or something.
I'm not sure of how should I make the sculture and the mold. The guy asked me to making it "that can be slipped on like a sock" and i'm thinking what can I use? 
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Thank you so much in advance for your help!!!

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  • Chris EllerbyChris Ellerby Admin
    There are 3 main parts to this: the harness, the prosthetic stump, and the wardrobe.

    The harness would be similar to a corset; either laced or velcro straps would work, and it does 2 jobs.   1:  Helps hold the actor's arm behind their back so they don't have to strain their muscles holding that position manually.   2:  Gives you an attachment point for the prosthetic stump.

    It's important to work with the actor when designing the harness so you can ensure it both fits properly and that it is able to hold their arm in the desired position without applying too much pressure, cutting off blood flow, or causing discomfort.   Every performer will have differing levels of flexibility and tolerance for discomfort.   It's also important to design both the harness and the wardrobe so that it is easy to release the actor's arm between takes or setups so they can move around freely, eat, drink, use the restroom, etc.

    Finally, the wardrobe helps cover the harness and the point where the prosthetic blends into the body.

    How you attach the prosthetic to the harness is up to you. It could be straps, snaps, velcro, etc.

    /Chris
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