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-----Pointers for sculpting figures in wax
Q. I'm not very happy with the types of waxes I'm using for my sculpting. What is the best wax to use when trying to get detail out of a sculpture, such as a hand on an extended arm. I'm used to working with clay which I can mold and then carve. I don't want to have to carve a huge block of wax to get my idea out. How are they doing those little figurines? Are there any books that anyone knows about that might help me? Thanks For Your Time!
Scott Yeates- Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
2002
A. Hi,
For sculpting, I prefer using the blue jewelry wax, since it's the softest, and available at any jewelry supply store. I know someone who uses the green, which is harder. It ultimately comes down to preference and what type of tools you are working with to sculpt. With the blue, I like how I can easily saw away the bigger pieces, then shape it more detailed with a variety of sharp dental tools and files, then an emory board, then my fingers. Of course, wax is not going to be as soft as clay. Have fun!
- NY, New York
2002
A. Hello,
You should try victory wax. It's dark brown in color. Does small pieces very well. If you don't carve you can cut strips and work it with your fingers. I use it for cast molding, carving, sculpting. I am currently completing a chess set.
- DeSoto, Texas
2004
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