Isabel Schwarer Matchingham and Ike are inspired by Victorian and Steampunk styles.
This figurine's core is created from aluminum mesh (gutter covering), 14 gauge hobby wire, a 6" lag bolt,
and generic aluminum foil.
The core is covered with the polymer clay Sculpey. A 50 / 50 mix of Sculpey Firm and Super Sculpey.
The girl, Isabel Schwarer Matchinghame,
was built separate from the wall and in 6 pieces; head, body, two hands and two feet. After
the pieces were baked they were assembled together with super glue.
All pieces were covered with 2 coats of gesso before painting with Acrylic based paint.
Above image is composited with Adobe Photoshop. |