On with the running miniatures theme… now for a little cat in your dollhouse or fairy garden. This tutorial or walkthrough makes a fairly realistic cat with an armature. If you made a cat that was sitting or laying and didn’t have limbs sticking out you could probably save yourself the frustration with wire. That said, the wire in the cat here gives the critter a little life and stability. The pose he’s sculptured in is pretty much the quintessential strolling cat.

Don’t need your cat to be this tiny? Adjust your armature wires to a different gauge and, if necessary, use floral tape for extra bulk. Clay holds on to it just fine and smooths over it better than plain twisted wire.

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POP! – Perspectives on Polymer

Contemporary Craft is thrilled to be hosting POP! – Perspectives on Polymer June 25-29, 2022. A five-day celebration of contemporary work in polymer, the event will have something for everyone who loves polymer clay. POP! will feature four workshops along with virtual talks by some of the best polymer artists in the country, an exhibition of small works in polymer, and a curated feature in the Store. The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 25, 6-8 PM, and will be free and open to the public.

POP!’s focus on workshops and the materiality of polymer makes this boutique event more than just a conference. Each participating artist was selected for their unique perspectives on polymer and the exciting ways they are moving the medium forward. The featured instructor for the event is Jeffrey Lloyd Dever, whose pioneering techniques in polymer have made him one of the most respected artists in the field. His jewelry and sculptural objects have been shown in many national invitational exhibitions, and his works are represented in numerous private collections, galleries and museums.

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