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Casting miniatures - Miniature hobby guide

I've gathered my experiences with casting miniatures. I've also collected the resources and casting tutorials I've found interesting. 

 

Legal issues of casting miniatures

Read our article: Miniatures - Casting miniatures - Copying existing miniatures - Laws, licences and legality

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Resources - Casting miniatures

Miniature casting tutorials

Brick In The Yard Mold Supply: Special Effects Tutorial: flexible foam casting: Tutorial video about using pigment powders to colour your foam casts during casting. The technique might also work with other casting materials.§

David Damek (from PLASMO - plastic models): How to cheaply cast plastic models: Tutorial video about using silicone sealant to create moulds for plaster or resin casts.

Miniature casting materials

David Neat: ‘quick view’ comparisons of casting materials: Comparison article comparing several kinds of casting materials.§

Prop casting tutorials

Brick In The Yard Mold Supply: Special Effects Tutorial: flexible foam casting: Tutorial video about creating a prop wrench, using pigment powders to colour your foam casts during casting. The technique might also work with other casting materials.§

Brick In The Yard Mold Supply: SPFX Prop Making: PT Flex rubber Hammer: Tutorial video about creating a prop hammer with pigment powder colouring and using an armature.§

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Do you know further sources and tutorials about miniature casting? Tell is in the comments!

 

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