Introducing The 'Clays For Makers' Material Spotlights

Discover how choosing the right clays with the right properties can make all the difference in helping you achieve your project goals! Whether you’re a sculptor, mold-maker, special effects artist, or you’re simply curious about what makes these clays unique, our "Clay Sommelier" and Chavant Brand Manager Janessa Portner is here to take you on a hands-on tour of different clays and how they best align to your unique workflows.

What To Expect:  

• Sample various clays and learn about their unique properties as you work with them 
• Discuss which clays are best for specific applications (sculpting, mold-making, casting, prototyping, animating, etc.)  
• Practice fundamental sculpting techniques like coating armatures with clay, polishing/smoothing surfaces with solvents, and utilizing tools and texture stamps.
• Learn how to best use clays to support your mold-making and casting processing 
• Use silicone molds to transform clay sculptures into cold cast bronze roses & medallions 
• So much more! Bring your project questions and clay-conundrums so clay expert Janessa can weigh in!  

Disclaimer: All clays covered are non-drying oil-based modelling clays