Ever since I started sculpting I have taken notice at the numerous talented artists out there.

Just baby doll sculptors alone are many. What has intrigued me as of late are the sculptors of other types of “dolls”. I have found so many adorable fairy artists, little zombie dolls, and other oddities. They are so very fascinating!!

I thought I would share some of my favorites in the coming posts- because we can find inspiration in all types of creativity no?

Today I am sharing one of my favorite artiats. Her blog name is Nekranea, and she is one talented lady!! Her sculpts are so imaginative and a a mix of needlefelting and clay.

Here are some of my favorites:

Pretty amazing right??

Visit her blog for more of her gorgeous sculpts and her beautiful digital artwork.

Her blog is here: Nekranea

It has been a little while since I have posted a sleeping baby sculpting tutorial, since I usually look for really good ones before posting- for my lovely readers!!

Most recently I found this gem- Amanda is really detailed on her tutorials, and it is free as well as the other sculpting tutorials on her site!!

Look at these two cute babies from her tutorial:

If you are looking for a detailed (12 pages long!) Free tute then definitely visit dollmakersdream

Don’t forget to check out her other free tutorials!!

We have our winners!! Sharon, Dana, and Ryanne!! I will let you choose between my baby sculpting dvd, or a bar of Prosculpt in the baby shade. Will also be including some goodies for sculpting in your little package!! Have sent you all an email!

It has been a little while since last posted!! So sorry for the absence.

For my readers (anyone still out there?) leave a comment and I will be holding a drawing in a week Cinco De Mayo? For some free sculpting goodies!!

For raffle: a baby sculpting dvd, sculpting tools and of course, my favorite clay- Prosculpt in the shade baby!!

I have had a ton of questions on this topic. How do you paint a realistic skin tone? Well, it takes a bit of work. I paint at least four to five layers- a smaller version of reborning.

If you are a newbie- reborning is when you take a blank vinyl doll and paint tons of realistic layers to result in a realistic looking baby doll.

Soooo… Where are my fave free tutorials??

Well, there are two that stand out for me.

The first is Andrea’s free tutorial on doll fan

Here is the result:

Gorgeous!!

Next is the lovely Nicole Russell’s facebook page “Learning to Reborn the Beautiful Way” (you need to be logged on to facebook to view this link).

Take a look at her painting!!

Now I have had much trial and error on this subject, and learning from my experiences have resulted in a way of painting that works for me. I suggest trying on your own and see what works for you too, but here are some things I do for your reference.

1) I do not paint a flesh layer. This results in a mask like look; because this isn’t a vinyl piece you are painting but a clay piece that has pigment of it’s own. If there are any blemishes to cover I simply paint only that area and BLEND!!

2) A seasponge is my best friend. You can buy these at your local craft store. Use it for realistic looking pores.

3) While I love the look of Genesis paint; I find it too troublesome to bake between each layer. I use a air dry paint like LDC (google LDC air dry paints). A little goes a long way! Best of all, you can use water as a thinner instead of mineral spirits or similar chemical thinners.

4). When painting veins and blueness for thin skin effect- lighter is better!! Too heavy makes the baby look scary. By scary I mean “not alive”. If you do paint too heavily you will have to remove all layers and start over!

5) Take your time!!! Your work will reflect it in the end. Especially when you are just learning how to paint.

As always, I am here for questions. Just leave a comment!!

Sorry for the lack of posting guys- I have been undergoing alot of physical therapy and it has been pretty crappy.

But anyhow, we must get better- no pain no gain!!

Poor little Katelyn’s mom last minute decided she couldn’t afford her so I posted her up for a buy it now price on ebay instead. She will be on ebay for a week.

On sculpting news, I received a couple of emails asking how I apply hair on my sculpts.

I simply rub a sculpting oil on the top of the head and imbed the mohair into the newly softened clay. Now remember- if it is a newborn baby don’t add too much mohair! It must be sparse. Also pay attention to hairlines of the month of baby you are trying to achieve.

If you are curious about rooting hair into a clay baby- here is a great tutorial!

Here’s a screenshot:

The best part of a rooted baby head is that it is brushable and stylable!! The only caveat is that it is harder to make a newborn sparse head of hair without looking like hair plugs.

Here’s the link on the tutorial!!

http://www.sugarbritchesnursery.com/tutorials.htm

Little Katelyn is finally up for adoption. (Her auction starts on February 29th at noon). She will be up for five days!! I apologize for the delay, I was having issues with her auction listing. It’s been so long since I made one!

I hope she finds a good mommy who will love her!  It was kind of difficult to think about letting her go!

I love this photo:

Please cheer her on!

Her auction is here:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130656691168#ht_12429wt_932

This little girl is going to ebay finally tomorrow!

I have named her little katelyn seems like she suits that name no?

Anyhow, here are some photos of her before I list her tomorrow!

I found a lovely tutorial I wanted to share with all of you, it is for this adorable little bear you can sculpt for your babies!

Isn’t he adorable? You can also add fur afterwards by flocking it- but that takes time.

The tutorial itself is sculpted out of cold porcelain, a type of air dry clay you can make at home. Its a mixture of cold cream, elmers glue and flour. Kids love it! You can dye it with acrylic paints, it dries transluscent, but shrinks about 20%.

Of course you can sculpt the bear using polymer clays as well!!

Take a look at her other tutorials including flowers, roses, and a panda magnet as well as a recipe for making your own cold porcelain!

Don’t say I don’t spoil you!

Her tutorials are here. Have fun!!

That’s what my little one calls his feet. Feeties. Too cute!!

I have had quite a few people ask how I sculpt little baby feet. I usually shape the size of the feet, cut out the toes and round them by using my clay shapers or another soft tipped tool. It does take some adding and subtracting of clay in certain places to make the little feet look realistic!!

If you would like a tutorial example, my favorite is On deb wood’s website. Although the tute is for adult feet, it can be applied for baby feet. Just take a look at some baby photos for reference and guidance!

Deb’s tute shows you how to make these feet:

Pretty realistic no?

Her tutorial can be found here.

She also has tutes to make feather fairy wings, And a tutorial on sculpting hands!!

Enjoy!