Secrets Revealed
Unit 2
Apoxie sculpt
Working with Epoxy clay or Apoxie Sculpt is fabulous, the possibilities endless.There really is no difference in the two it really boils down to what you can find. Both have two parts to them that you mix together, you have approx two hours to press, add, shape the clay till it hardens. Don't let that scare you though, lets just play with some clay.
Unit 2 Part One
Mosaic Focal's
When working with the Apoxie Sculpt you need a setting or bezel tray to push the clay into. There are many sizes and shapes to choose from. I recommend having a nice assortment to play with. I usually have a little extra clay left over when mixing and it's nice to have a small setting to make a pair of earring or just a small focal.
In Part one of Unit 2, I will be showing you how to add small beads into your sculpt to make beautiful mosaic focal's as shown in the photos and written content below and video.
Assignment for Unit 2 Part One
Make one set of focal's using the mosaic method.
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Once you clay is mixed as shown in the video press it into the setting. Wash hands after so your beads don't stick to your hands. Use the needle technique as described in the video to place your first beads.
Continue to add your beads using the needle technique or wax toothpick. Use beads you have in your stash.
Continue to add your beads, make sure and press them in place as you go to insure they are securely in the clay.
Fill in smaller areas with smaller beads. Miyuki drops and Rizo beads work great.
After your beads are placed make sure to once again press them in firmly. You can finish it off by using micro beads or Pearl ex.
Easy Earrings
Adding Micro Beads or Pearl ex to your piece
is a great way to cover up some blank background.
To many micro beads can also take away from the mosaic so don't get too carried away. More on using these fun items in the videos.
using micro beads or pearl ex
Unit 2 Part Two
Large Focal's
The settings I used to make these large focal's in the above photos are 50mm. The wolf in the middle was made using a vintage belt buckle, so use what you have on hand.
In Part two of Unit 2, we will be making a large focal scene, use charms of animals, trees, or whatever inspires you. Follow the step by step photos and written content below along with the video to get started.
Assignment for Unit 2 Part Two
Make 1 large focal.
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Using a 50mm setting and a grape size amount of both Apoxie sculpt A & B mixed. Press this into your setting, allowing for a slight dome shape. You can add a row of beads around the inside perimeter or ball chain. If making a forest scene add leaf or tree charms to look like trees, pushing them into the clay.
Once the trees are in place, add a few rows of beads or tiny ball chain to cover the base of the trees and add a line to the scene. If you have an animal or charm you wish to add in the foreground, do so now also adding a small bit of sculpt on the back of the animal for extra adhesion.
Have fun by placing various beads in the lower half of the scene, using the mosaic techniques as in Part one. Add a moon or a sun, perhaps some stars using micro beads.
Bonus video
making small components
