*Create Your Own Sleeping Dragon: Fun Polymer Clay Craft Class for Kids! Level 1
This self paced class is perfect for learning the step by step process of creating a sleeping dragon with clay. I recommend this lesson for anyone considering other Dragon sculpting courses. You will want to create more after this class!
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Learn to Sculpt a Sleeping Dragon with Clay – Self-Paced Online Course This self-paced Dragon sculpting class is the perfect way to learn how to create an adorable sleeping dragon using clay. Whether you're a beginner or considering other dragon sculpture courses, this course offers a step-by-step process for crafting your own miniature dragon. Course Highlights: Clay Sculpting Tools & Supplies: Learn which tools and supplies are essential for sculpting dragons with clay. Clay Conditioning & Techniques: Discover the best methods for conditioning your clay, and how to work with different sculpting materials. Proportionate Dragon Design: Master the technique of creating proportionate sections by eye, ensuring your miniature dragon looks realistic. Tips & Tricks: Get insider tips to make your clay sculpting easier and more efficient. In this course, you'll learn the entire process, from conditioning and rolling the clay to cutting and forming the dragon's parts. Once the body parts are assembled, we'll prepare them for baking. After completing the foundational steps, you'll be able to personalize your miniature dragon to make it uniquely yours. While this class uses Polymer Clay, learners are welcome to use their preferred sculpting medium. This course serves as a great introduction to Polymer Clay, making it an excellent starting point for anyone interested in continuing their baked clay sculpture journey. Enroll now to start creating your own stunning clay dragons and take your sculpting skills to the next level! TAKE THE NEXT STEP: More Advanced Class! Ready to level up your skills? Join our Polymer Clay Art Course #2 and design and build your very own STANDING DRAGON Sculpture! This advanced class will take you through the process of creating a dynamic, three-dimensional dragon sculpture from start to finish. Perfect for artists looking to challenge themselves and refine their clay sculpting techniques! The supplies that are recommended: Polymer Bake Clay (any brand you prefer. I like to use Sculpey III). *In total, approximately 1/2 of a 2oz. brick is plenty!* Whatever colors you want for your dragon. At least one main color and an accent color. Note: I often use Translucent polymer clay for wings, but you can use any color you wish. Basic Sculpting tools: Something for smoothing pieces together, rolling, cutting, and a toothpick for indenting dots. A Baking sheet covered in parchment or aluminum foil A non stick surface to work on (You can cover a piece of cardboard with parchment paper and tape it to the bottom…that works) OPTIONAL: Clear water based glaze for after baking **Polymer clay requires baking according to the package direction. (Generally ~275 °F, depending on your brand of clay). You may do this after class. Parental help is necessary.
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1 Lesson
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Sculpting a sleeping dragon
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**Polymer clay requires baking according to the package direction. (Generally ~275 °F, depending on your brand of clay). You will bake after class. Parental help is necessary.
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The supplies that are recommended: Polymer Bake Clay (any brand you prefer. I like to use Sculpey III). *In total, approximately 1/2 of a 2oz. brick is plenty!* Whatever colors you want for your dragon. At least one main color and an accent color. Note: I often use Translucent polymer clay for wings, but you can use any color you wish. Basic Sculpting tools: Something for smoothing pieces together, rolling, cutting, and a toothpick for indenting dots. A Baking sheet covered in parchment or aluminum foil A non stick surface to work on (You can cover a piece of cardboard with parchment paper and tape it to the bottom…that works) OPTIONAL: Clear water based glaze for after baking
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Associate's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
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