In this article and video, I explain what Plasticine is and give you six tips about this medium.
1. What is Plasticine Modeling clay made of?
Plasticine Modeling clay is an oil based clay that is neither air dry or baked clay. If you bake this modeling clay it will melt. It will not dry out as you work with it. In fact, it is a non-drying clay.
2. How does modeling clay feel?
It feels smooth, stretches easily and has no smell
3. It is ready to work with right out of the package
4. Can you sculpt modeling clay?
Yes, You can sculpt with it. You can roll into a ball, roll into a snake, make bears etc. It also sticks to itself quite well.
5. You can mix different colors together and make new colors.
6. It is not a messy clay. However you do need to use caution because when it is too warm it can get sticky.
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