A commission for a lady fairy has begun. Stay tuned for more photos of this week’s “work in progress”!
Generally, when I have a something that doesn’t feel right about a piece, I’ve learned to trust my instinct. I kept evaluating the size of the head and the way I felt when looking at it, as the body began to take form.
I felt that for a fairy queen her face should be more petite and ethereal, with a look of quiet dignity. With that, I took the time to sculpt another head…and I’m glad that I did, as I’m much pleased with end result. Not only is her head in better proportion to her body, but is more reflective of what a queen fae should be.
Now on to complete detailing her body, and attach hands and head…
There’s a bit more embellishing to be added before her final photos…She needs more glitz and glam to make her really sparkle like a queen!
The lovely little fairy queen is complete. When doing her final touches, I decided to shorten her crown, and change her scepter a bit. I’ve also added a second layer of netting beneath her skirting make it a bit fuller, yet still have an airy feel to her clothing.
Her final photos and information can be viewed HERE.
Posted in WIP: Fairy Queen, Work's In Progress
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May 3rd, 2008 at 11:30 pm
Lovely Linda! Can you share which brand of clay you use?
Cindy
May 4th, 2008 at 10:02 am
Thank-you, Cindy, and thank-you for your question! The clay used for most of my creations is a mixture of 50% Cernit and 50% Super Sculpey, with a small amount of white Fimo.
Measuring on a scale, the formula I generally use is:
3 oz. Cernit
3 oz. Super Sculpey
.08 oz. White Fimo
Sculpey Diluent (as needed)
Once baked it makes such a pretty and fair tone!
May 9th, 2008 at 1:18 pm
Thank you so much for the information Linda! The fairy Queen is spectacular! You are an inspiration!
~Cindy
May 12th, 2008 at 12:48 am
Linda, she’s absolutely amazing!
May 12th, 2008 at 8:22 pm
You’re welcome, Cindy! It’s my pleasure to help! Thank-you ladies for the kind comments on the new fairy!