A Paper Mache Dark Butterfly- part 2
See, how's this for quick. I realized that I haven't posted everything I've done on my paper mache Dark Butterfly. I've made some jaws for her.
As usual, I cut open a paper mache ball. Then I made some teeth out of Fimo and hot glued them onto the shell. By the way, I have some possible great news on this front. I found a product being sold at this TAEA conference that may work better than polymer clay for teeth. I'm cautiously optimistic. I'll let you know what I think after I use it.
I made a tongue the usual way. Here is what they look like together. Don't worry, I'll cut away some of the paper mache shell on the bottom. The lower jaw won't look like that.
Here they are after putting on the cloth mache. And here they are after painting.
You know I love cats. This one is my neighbor's cat, Phil. This photo doesn't do him justice. He is enormous. He is super sweet. He lounges on my front lawn, rain or shine and welcomes me when I leave the house.
Thanks for checking in. More soon. I'm excited about this project.
Dan
As usual, I cut open a paper mache ball. Then I made some teeth out of Fimo and hot glued them onto the shell. By the way, I have some possible great news on this front. I found a product being sold at this TAEA conference that may work better than polymer clay for teeth. I'm cautiously optimistic. I'll let you know what I think after I use it.
I made a tongue the usual way. Here is what they look like together. Don't worry, I'll cut away some of the paper mache shell on the bottom. The lower jaw won't look like that.
Here they are after putting on the cloth mache. And here they are after painting.
Thanks for checking in. More soon. I'm excited about this project.
Dan
Posted by Dan the Monster-man at 11/12/2011 6:55 PM 
Categories: Paper Mache Dark Butterfly
Tags: paper mache papier mache sculpture butterfly insects dragons crafts
Categories: Paper Mache Dark Butterfly
Tags: paper mache papier mache sculpture butterfly insects dragons crafts
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You do such a awesome job on the teeth.They look real.
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Hi Mona,
Always nice to hear from you! I'm so glad to get back to work on this. Check back soon!
Dan
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Lookin good, I'm excited too...can't wait to see it! Phil looks like a mellow old guy...
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Thank you again. See you. Hope you are doing art.
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Well that's what I get for being wrapped up in my own little world and not keeping up with your blog. I am only an hour or so from Galveston and would have loved to have caught your presentation. *insert sad smiley face thingy here* If you're ever down this way again, be sure to hit me over the head with a dragon tail or an email so I am aware. Loving the dark butterfly too. Can't wait to see what twisted direction it takes!
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Hi Joey. Sorry you didn't see my posts about this event. It would have been nice to meet you.
I'll let you know if I ever end up back in your neck of the woods.
Dan
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OK so I just realized I can subscribe to the blog. That should help! I'm slow like that.
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Don't talk about my friends like that!
Take care
Dan
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Looking forward to seeing the finished piece! I can imagine the cat's size.
We have a 20# boy, long legged, big paws and so very sweet.
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Hi Monique! Nice to hear from you. Phil is a sweetheart cat. Yours must be gigantic! I'll get to work on this butterfly. I think you will like it.
Hope all is well with you.
Dan
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Awesome. Did my own set of teeth just last week (sigh)cant wait to be 1/10th as good as you. Thanks for the blog and books.
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Hi Ellie,
You are on your way! You will learn this quickly. Just keep making the art. It will be great. Let me know if you have questions.
Dan
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hello there, the other day i was looking into youtube how to make a mask and came across your work. I dont know if you will be in los angeles area I will love to learn more. There is no place to learn this kind of work or art around my area. thanks and please let me know if you are bringing your work around los angeles, san diego or close by thanks!!
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Hello Carlos,
Sorry, I won't be in LA in the near future. But if you watch my videos and follow my blog, you should be able to figure out my techniques. Thank you for the kind words.
Good luck!
Dan
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Hi Carlos,
Dan has written many books on his technique that are fantastic. I have them all my 2 favorites are
1.Dragon-Maker's Handbook
2.Papier-Mache Monsters: Turn Trinkets and Trash into Magnificent Monstrosities
His writing is engaging and the Pictures are very good.
Good luck! Ellie
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You are too sweet Ellie. Thank you for plugging my books.
Dan
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some question
were i can buy in internet the eyes you use in your work
you promise in videoos to show how to finish the work but the video and the lesson you promise to show is missing
in which paper you used to finish the work before pauntting
which paint i must use -akrilik?
thanks
michal
Israel
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Hello Michal,
You can buy the eyes at taxidermy stores online. Just google, "glass eyes taxidermy" and you'll find several companies. I've used them all.
You are right, I still haven't finished the series of videos. It has fallen by the wayside. But I think you can see what I'm doing if you just look at the projects I show in this blog. I show every step. I'll try to get to the other lesson this summer.
Just use any water based paint. What ever you use to paint your houses or rooms works great. That is a mixture of latex and acrylic. But any water based paint will work.
Good luck
Dan
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TANKS.
I AM BIGNNER IN PAPER MACH/
MORE -
1.IN WHAT Matériels =THE WHITE- YOU USE TO COVER THE PAPER
2.CAN YOU HAVE A TIP FOR MAKING THE TRIENGLES ITS LOOK LIKE A LOT OF WORK
3.HOW MUCH HOURS ITS TAKE YOU TO BILD THE DRAGON
THANKS SOON I WILL BUILD MY OWN DRAGON Follow YOUR WORK......
MICHAL
JERUSALEM
Israel
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Hello Michal,
Nice to meet you. The white you see is the "skin" of cloth (old bed sheets) dipped in white glue. The scales are just squares folded into triangles. They are a lot of work. But the detail is worth it. It took a couple of months to build that dragon. They take time. But it is worth the effort.
Good luck!
Dan
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