Sometimes google fails me. Art weirdos: I wanna make an art piece item out of probably clay? I want it to be very detailed and easily manipulable when forming, but also dry lightweight and not easily broken. Is clay the thing I want to use here? Are there other options?
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I'd start with test pieces in polymer clay. If you need more strength, consider either reinforcement or clay -> mold -> cast resin of some sort, possibly with reinforcement or filler. (Not an artist, but have some experience with resin casting / plastics work.)
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Cast resin? I know basics around creating molds out of clay, but I'm curious about how resin works with that. Isn't it particularly heavy? Is it typically transparent?
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Try Sculpey. It's easy, cheap, pliable, and you can pop it in the oven to set it. Later you can paint it. I use it for Xmas ornaments (I made a gold poop emoji last time)
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I was going to suggest this as well. My mom's an art educator, and she uses this a lot with beginners because it's so simple & versatile.
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Approx what size / shape / weight are you wanting to end up with? Does it need to be wearable, bendable, paintable, or any other features & constraints?
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It's a mask; doesn't have to be durable for stuff like heavy partying, but ideally not incredibly uncomfortable or weighty. Should cover most of the face and extend a few inches past the hairline. Paintable yes pls Doesn't need to be bendable but can be
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Polymer Clay / FIMO? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polymer_clay …
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butter sculting
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Many cosplayers use a product called “worbla” to make masks and costume parts, it is light weight takes detail well and can be formed with a hair dryer or heat gun.
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Somebody's making a DragonCon costume? ;)
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