SOAP OPERA: Soap Sculpting

The theme for our soap carving was an animal that represents our family. And in the end, I chose OWL.

An Accident Made it All Happen

Sculpting an owl was merely an accident. I did not know it had to be an animal as representation, so I initially chose a BOBO DOLL (can be seen below). As silly as the name is, it was a perfect example of my family. This doll even when tried to be knocked down, still stands. It is invincible and never gives up. Well, it is all about physics but still, it reflects vigilance, strength and patience.

Great but Common Sense Tips!

The following are handy tips for beginners that I learned to be very helpful though these are really obvious things to do.

• FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS! Always read the instructions of your professor on any subject even if it is minor. So you won't.....

• DON'T FORGET A PICTURE OF YOUR SUBJECT. So you won't forget to bring a photo or figure of your subject. You might get the proportions of your animal wrong.

• WET THE SOAP to get a smoother blank canvas. This is done before carving if you have cut your soap to the right dimension (width/length) of the animal. Or can be after carving if you're carving a round or smoother surface.

• GET A FINE BRUSH. Don't fell for blowing on your soap to get small soap debris out your carved grooves or crevices. Use a fine brush.

• TAKE YOUR TIME. Half of the Owl was finished within an hour, since this is the only time allotted in school. But never forget to be patient and take your time carving what you have in mind. I did not have a reference when I started, but fortunately I took the time and carved almost the right proportion of a real owl.

CHECK LINK BELOW TO SEE "WHAT I LEARNED ABOUT SCULPTING"

https://krismamisao7.wixsite.com/artappreciation

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