Paper Mache Animals – How to Create Easy Armature Patterns
Start sculpting your paper mache animals the easy way by using a custom-made armature pattern. Sculpt lifelike animals, birds, lizards and fish.
Tips and Tricks
Find solutions to your paper mache challenges with these tips and tricks. And discover a few ideas that didn’t work out so well.
Paper Mache Elephant Skin with Crackle Glaze
Use this easy crackle glaze to make your paper mache elephant’s skin look more realistic – and see what I would do differently next time.
Make Paper Mache Clay Smooth Without Sanding
This video shows you how to smooth out the papery texture of paper mache clay without adding a second coat, and without sanding. Plus, it’s really easy!
Painting a Jersey Cow Sculpture – Acrylic Painting Tutorial
Use just 5 colors to paint a paper mache Jersey cow sculpture based on a downloadable armature pattern. Video tutorial by acrylic painter Jessie Rasche.
5 Easy Tips for Smooth Paper Mache
To see the video I mentioned in the video, for making paper mache smooth if it doesn’t come out the way you want it, click … Read more
Why I Use Patterns to Sculpt Paper Mache Animals
I always use patterns for my paper mache animals, because they help me create animal sculptures with the right proportions and outlines. They also increase my confidence in my sculpting ability. Watch the video to see why.
How to Make Paper Mache Smooth
How to Make Paper Mache Smooth Sculptures made with traditional paper strips and paste are sometimes bumpy because of the underlying armature. This is especially … Read more
Best Paint for Paper Mache
What paint should you use for your next paper mache project? In this video and article I tell you exactly which types of paint I always choose, and give you some additional options.
How Fast Does Paper Mache Dry?
When Will My Paper Mache Sculpture Be Dry? This video answers one of the most common questions I’ve received in the ten years this blog … Read more
Make a Poseable Armature for an Animal Sculpture
This way to make a poseable armature pattern for paper mache animals makes it easier to give your sculpture a dynamic pose.
