Making a monster chest/costume soft sculpt
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ส.ค. 2024
- This is a super useful technique for making creature costumes, not limited to chests whole costumes can be made this same way. the 1/8" foam was purchased from-
foammart.com/ here is the specific link to what I bought
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Not only have you have some great technics, but you have a really good sense of humor as well. Thank you.
Ok Update, I made a body suit using parts of this tutorial. Since I wasn't using fur to hide the seams I opted to make a muscle suit to go under the body suit. I found that this worked great and the spandex over layer smoothed out any jagged edges I had from carving the foam.
The only issue I had was the rubber cement. I used Tandy's because we had a location near my house, The foam adhered well to it's self but not to the spandex, It peeled right off, I suggest gluing the the foam down and then using a whipstitch to keep it on the body suit.
Overall it was a great tutorial, It helped me have a jumping off point.
i know this comment is 4 years old, but if anyone comes across this like i did today [it's great!] when i was in school for animation and we made stop motion puppets with foam we used barge cement which is really great!
@@smoage And 2 years later your comment helps me! Thanks.
When it comes to Halloween...what don't you know? So many uses for this technique. Thanks for spending your time showing others how easy it can be.
Phenomenal job! 7 years gone by yet this is the most straightforward, uncomplicated tutorial I've found. THIS is the one I will be playing while making my muscle suit...thanks for posting.
good luck with your suit!
the site is up. click the link I added in the videos description. get the 1/8th inch
Im glad you like the videos, keep liking the videos and share them if it makes sense that is how we reach new people. I really appreciate the support!
My first foam costume is a bulky, misshapen disaster. I'll be using your method for the second iteration. Awesome tips!!!
Yeah! Im glad you see multiple uses from one technique-that is actually a life skill.
I'm really enjoying your instructional videos! Lots of cool low-tech ideas. But as a fellow Artist who does the same kind of work professionally, i gotta say this. PLEASE people, when you do this kind of stuff, wear a respirator and eye protection. I realize you can't instruct your viewers with the proper protection on, but they really need to know how important it is to play safe. I would never use spray 77, microballons, spray paint, naptha, acetone, fiberglass resin, or air brush without a respirator. Even when I mix plaster or sculpt foam, I wear a bandanna around my face.
Don't forget there's kids out there learning from you. They need to know how important basic safety is. End of safety lecture. ;)
Keep the great work coming!. The Kraumpus video was awesome.
Golgotha_Mythos69 You are very right- It eats a ton of time to go over all the safety stuff I should go over due to all the stuff I use. Perhaps I could do a safety video and reference it in every new video...hmmm.
StiltbeastStudios That's a good idea! I would also add that lots of folks (us men especially) have an aversion to all things safety related. Maybe it's a macho thing. However, my uncle, who was a pro carpenter all his life, died because of this(lung cancer). Like many macho men, he didn't believe in protection. Maybe it was a generational thing, but I've seen lots of guys younger than me acting the same way at various shops I've worked at. Some using hot knives on Styrofoam while just breathing it right in. Some even grinding METAL without glasses on!
Just remind folks there's nothing "macho" about ignoring safety. Trust me, I've taken unnecessary risks as well sometimes.
I really appreciate that you share what your materials are: as a Home Haunter I want to keep my costs down but I also don't want to waste my time or money using products that won't last.
Once again, awesome video. Easy, quick, and a heck of a lot cheaper than the $150 for store bought. Even starting at square one and buying everything the cost is cheaper and you could make five or more to boot.
I'm working on a Pumpkinhead costume and this technique will save me a ton of headache and money on a full latex cast. I come to your vids for the most economical way for great effects. Thanks for your uploads.
the link is now in the description
Yes, the same procedure, just follow the main muscles in the arms. And yes you can buy them in any beauty supply store and you can find them online.
Not only do I learn from you, but your commentary tracks on the bottom always crack me up!!!
Thanks for the video! I have to make muscles for my son to wear beneath his theater costume. I won't have to add all the detail you did, but the muscle-making was very helpful!
+drmomlms very cool, glad it will work for you.
another good way of hiding the seems, is by applying another spandex suit over top of the first with foam muscles... of course attach them together... but it works well
love your running commentary on these, this was a great project to watch
+Jarons20 thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
I directed many episodes of the Power Rangers series. All of the monster suits were made in Japan. They were all foam built up on wet suits, which gave them a stiff structure underneath.
Every time I watch one of your videos I go back to the quote you sent to me.
"From one thing know ten thousand things"
I have wanted to make a skeleton suit and this foam method should work wonderfully.
Thanks for making the videos and sharing your talent. A great inspiration.
That turned out pretty darn good! You can go a lot of directions with that.
yes on the clay, and a moderate yes on the mold builder. it can be used, but there most latex for mask making has a lower ammonia content and is a better value. just buy a gallon from frightprops or screamline studios.
Normally water based clay is what I use but the Zombie in the back ground is monster clay. Monster clay is an ol based clay that I use when I know that I wont be able to mold a sculpt quickly.
I have to admit that i was a little bit sceptical at first, cause i have seen many videos where people just glueing foampieces together and pretend like this makes a monster suit but i have to say that your work is pretty awesome. I can't wait to see some more.
A water based clay sculpt is fine for a few days if you mist it with water and cover it with a plastic bag. water does not helpmuch once it dries out
Im glad you like the video! I also lovemy job-sometimes, even this seemsa bit like work. Repetition kills me, right now Im making dozens of clown dolls- but I know new stuff is right around the bend.
This will make for a nice werewolf costume for an indie production I'm involved with. Thanks a lot for sharing your tips!
I do use them and they are great for things that are flat on tables, but not so good at things that are hanging or need to be cut verticially.
I love you tube Wednesday. Thanks for sharing with us home haunters. Keep up the good work
Thanks, Im glad you like the channel!
glad you like them, thanks for watching!
look at the description of the video- the link info has been there from the beginning ;)
yeah this style of costume can be pretty useful and cost effective.
Great great job I'm in the middle of making a foam muscle suit now I was going to put Lycra over the foam pieces but I like that idea of 1/8 "over it again thanks for sharing and great job as always
The mask, the hand extension vid and this vid helped with the body
Great video. This is the only detailed instructional video I've been able to find and it's just fantastic. You weren't kidding about those razor blades either. Best razors ever for cutting and shaping foam. Thank you for the great videos and information.
Yes, I always hope people see past the specific thing I am a making and get the technique and see its applications. Im shooting for how to fish-not catching a fish.
I think it would be fine for that, Maybe some hot glue to make a bit of a disc behind the foam to help hold the nails a bit better.
the technique has a ton of applications!
yes you can latex it, but the foam will stay in there as part of the costume.
a mix of latex and cabosil or a thickened latex called zombie flesh works great.
Don't take this the wrong way, but I'm so happy you didn't record the scond coat. I already have trouble sleeping. :P In all honesty, I love these videos and you give me so much inspiration. A simple "Like" feels like too small a gesture. :)
The ones from harbor freight are ok, I used them for years. I have since moved on- but they did fine by me till I needed better.
awesome, im glad you like the videos!
yeah I love them also,I use mine mostly for fabric and leather.
Thanks, I think it will be a good suit when it is finished.
thanks for watching!
This is exactly what I was looking for for a tree man costume I am planning. Thanks for sharing!
This video gives me another way of doing my new Lycan suit! Thanks You Rock!!!
yeah that would hold them in a bit better. Prevent them from getting loose as the weekend progresses. IM also going to be working on a Quad suit stilt beast as well for the show. I made one last year and it turned out great so I got to go bigger this year.
No problem! happy to help.
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Man, that was the quickest 15 minutes Ever
Yeah, that should work great, you might want to use hot glue in order to make a disc on the back side of the foam to help hold them in a bit.
Thank you sir! you can make a ton of things with this skill set.
Good to see you, glad you like the video!
you dont needalink, its any 1/2" upholstery foam. there are lots of places to get it.
Great vid! I'll most likely be going for this method. Hubby is such a big baby. He has been a comic style Batman for the last two years in a row, going on a third coming this next month. Only problem, he has now been out of the Marines for a few years now and he's feeling kinda squishy these days lol. Runner's figure... and he feels squishy... I won't get started lol. So anyway, a little puppy eyes, a little lower lip quiver, and here I am! He wants a little more Keaton and a little less West.
Great stuff you just don’t find videos on old school techniques.....love this stuff
there are not enough on muscle suits for sure
Awesome! I am happy to help! keep me posted on the werewolf suit!
they are stupid sharp. I can drop leather lace onto the blade from 6" up and it cuts it cleanly in half....scary sharp.
More like a dremel, yes it can. I just went with the blade. I think a belt sander is a good option as well.
coooool! ive always wanted to make something similar, was really awesome to see the picture of you and jordu together! cant believe you keep coming up with such new and original stuff! thanks so very much for sharing ! Its incredible to witness your amazing journey in Art!
im learning so much from you. i would really like to make a hobby out of making things like this as i alway found it more fun making something people like rather than buying it as it doesnt have meaning to me other than what it is.
Thank you so much for making this, it's really helped me understand foam better. I'm trying to work up the gumption to making a bodysuit like this. Excellent tutorial!
Oh my god you make everything look so easy that is amazing I'm at a loss for words !! I'm going to try to make my own costume for sure i have no excuses now !!!
Dude u r a Genius! Always entertaining and very helpful
Im glad if I can help. Im trying to build a good resource library for haunted house prop building and costuming.
so far it is just sculpting the mask and making the chest. That costume is on a hiatus as I have other pressing projecs.
This is super cool!! Ever since my dad threw me into Gwar hell, I've been really curious about how the costumes are made, and how I could maybe make my own lmao
As a hair stylist I can say trust me you know when you get cut by them and you bleed for a looooooooong time. But you are right they are awesome!
This is really great. This help me solve a problem I was having for a short film I'm making. Thanks so much for posting this..
No excuses! Make stuff!
it is in the video description, the exact address.
Everything you make looks amazing. I love your channel.
Well, consider it idea suggestions. These aren't things I need. Just curious about how it could be done. If any part of what I asked could be useful in a project you need done, just letting you know someone is interested in what you come up with.
Awesome videos. I enjoy them a lot. Especially like the text comments you add in post.
This is exactly what I need for a new werewolf. Thanks, Allen!
and "Its incredible to witness your amazing journey in Art!" should be on a postcard lol ;)
I dont know if this is original or not, it is a different application of a technique I learnedfrom a fabricator. Foam fabrication is very much its own art and their techniques are rarely shared.
I Just came across your channel and I love your work, I would love to do this kind of stuff but am sadly not as artistic or as ive realized, creative, but i'm learning a lot of tricks, thanks for the videos keep it up.
making a suit for Female Orc Barbarian this was so helpful. thank you so much for sharing.
+Jennifer Gordon Awesome- send me some pics Id love to see it! stiltbeast@gmail.com
Love it thanks again for another great video and thanks for the geat info at the MHC It was good seeing ya again.
Thank you for posting this. Now I think I will have a better time making Audry II.
Thank you very much! And thank you for the quick response!
LOL you are asking a lot for a 20 min video. I wont have a need for a fat suit for a while, but If I make one I will do a video. Basicially it is the same skinning process, but you make bags full of plastic pellets or foam pellets (think bean bag chair) that you attach to the body suit and then skin it. Most often the "skin" is just another bigger lycra suit that you can clothe over top of or spray latex onto.
Great tutorial! I'm going to have to do a few of these for my superhero costumes.
This is so helpful and excellent!
Sending you a box o' pins. Always enjoy your videos!
Amazing tutorial, man.. Excellent work 👍👍👍👍👍
ya they are definitely not for things hanging... i wasn't sure if you've used them or not, i never knew about them until more recently.. just thought i'd say something just in case
Thanks for sharing! The tongue depressor trick was great.
Works well for me!
I love the information, but also love the snarky comments on the bottom. Too funny. at 12:16 you were judging me eating nachos, weren't you
always judging...
Thanks so much! I'm going to use this method to try and make a tmnt donatello costume for halloween!
I have one of those ZIPSNip tools and it works great on cutting foam.
But man those razors you have are sharp.
contact cement is pretty forgiving it sticks to most things.
TH-cam Wednesday tomorrow? Best buddy? ;) I'm not addicted to your videos. I could quit any time!
I learn so much watching your video
its hot no doubt. but I dount do full bodies, just plates so there are thin lycra spots that they can breathe through.
It might work, but I think it would take longer to cure.
Thank you, I hope you can use the info some time.
Stilt beast Studios YOUR AN FX GOD!!!!