Realistic silicone masks are increasingly becoming a common feature in the motion picture industry and personal applications. A silicone mask takes the shape of the wearer’s face and fits snugly to bring out different appearances depending on their design preferences. Follow the steps outlined below to create outstanding silicone masks for a personal collection or business.
Design your mask
The primary step of creating a silicone mask is to come up with a design which you can refer to as you progress with the creation. Derive inspirations from different sources, whether online or from hardcopy materials. Additionally, determine color schemes and features of your final product at this stage. You may be required to change some features or colors as you model the mask.
Clay sculpting
The relevance of clay sculpting in today’s world of art cannot be underestimated. Moreover, it’s easier to make changes on a clay sculpture. In this stage, you will be required to come up with a three-dimensional form of your mask design. Use various artistic elements such as colors, shapes, and lines to bring out different textures that you desire to incorporate on the sculpture. Use different techniques and tools to sculpt a unique figure with the design serving as your reference.
Molding and de-molding
Utilize appropriate mass or volumes of molding silicone solution to create a mold which is a cavity used to duplicate the sculpture. You will be required to involve your artistic skills and craftsmanship to create the right size and form of molds. Learn how to create a two-sided cast using a molding kit consisting of two silicon solutions labeled part A and part B.
Support the sculpture on a flat board with clay, secure the sides with boards, and cover it with a silicon mixture to create one part of the mold. Once the silicone has cured, scrap the sculpture from the board, reverse the sides, and proceed to create the second part of the cast. Once the two parts are formed, separate them and remove the sculpture. The mold is ready for casting.
Silicone casting and final touches
Using screws, fasten the two halves of the mold together around a shell with a hole running through its center. Add your base colors to appropriate measures of molding silicone parts and proceed to pour the viscous solution in the spout and into the hole. Always wear disposable gloves when handling the chemicals. The viscous silicone solution run flows through the space between the shell and mold capturing every detail of the cast. De-mold after the silicon cures and extract your final silicon mask. Proceed to airbrush the mask to add custom color tones.
Conclusion
The demand for realistic silicone masks is ever growing and has several applications in the movie acting, music videos, and parties. You can also create masks similar to the commercially made versions you frequently see on video and movies. With the right sculpting skills, craftsmanship, and tools, follow the steps outlined above to create silicone masks by yourself.
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