- Wringing cloth strips of excess glue.
- Letting glued strips set until tacky.
- Hand placing glue-dipped cloth strips on critical areas needed for extra support.
- First layer of papier mache - tedious and sloppy work.
- Mixing 'Scultamold,' a plaster-like material that I will layer on inside for added strength.
- Layering 'Sculptamold' on interior.
- Hand applying one of dozens of layers of glue for added strength.
- Applying final glue baths to upside down piece. Next step is undercoat and then paint after a few days of drying.
- Applying first of three coats of 'Gesso,' a chalk like primer which ensures uniform and vibrant color when painted - next step.
- Gesso completed. Ready for paint and sealing.
- Initial Paint prior to sealing.
- Front
- Side View, Prior to Sealing.
- Signing the work.
- 4 x 8 sheets of polystyrene for constructing custom shipping crate.