I own at least 70 how-to DVDs from SWSCA, and I will say that Don is, by far, the most passionate instructor I have seen yet. Don exudes a true and unique desire to help us succeed. It is sincere and heartfelt.
c cgunn This lesson is available at our school website: bit.ly/1kTbLjw. You can sign up for a free three day trial and take a look at all the different on-demand webcourses we offer. -Maggie
Hey Christopher, We agree. Don's a captivating teacher as well as a brilliant artist. We won't be reposting the LIVE Q&A from last weekend, unfortunately. But we're glad you were able to join us! -Matt
Thanks for the input and the kind words, sickphyschotic. And please keep the course ideas coming! It's this kind of community-involvement that has made Stan Winston School possible. Long live practical effects! Matt
Hey Christopher, You've been a member of the community for a while and we totally appreciate your support. There'll be plenty of opportunities to connect LIVE with us again even if you can't take the course. Not to worry. - Matt
I love Don Lanning! Don Lanning just makes me happy! I feel better for having watched and listened to him! I wish it were his voice in my head instead of the nasty, critical voice I have in my head that's always so negative. He's healing! He's the sculpter and I am the clay, a big fat stupid lump of clay that's been microwaved :(
@@StanWinstonSchool Hi, just to confirm I am already part of the school, I am making reference to any live online courses (not prerecorded) which I understand Don was part of. Have you any live online courses by Don or any other Special Effects Artists?
been using chavant medium for decades. small tip, get one of those electric heating pads from the drug store, wrap your clay and put it in a soft cooler bag..It sits at your elbow and never gets to hot or cold.
He makes us happy too Jerry. (By the way, we noticed you caught our little stream test today. Not meant for the fans, just making sure everything's perfect for Don's first live lesson on Saturday.) - David
Really wished I was able to afford to take these classes and learn from the best truly amazing work guys, keep it up hopefully one day I'll be able to take a class or two.
I think a character sculpture/paint class would be really awesome! Just my two cents. I love this channel, and the SWSCA website. Thanks for all that you guys do for the effects community!
I'm guessing here, but the microwave may destroy the long fatty acid chains in the plasticine, altering the structure and thus the properties the clay has. The infrared radiation is far less destructive than the microwave radiation to the molecules. Also, you can't really regulate heat in a microwave. Thanks for this cool, inspiring preview. You sirs have the best jobs in the world.
If that's your take away from this invitation to learn from a master like Don Lanning then I feel sorry for you, he is an amazing artist, this was just to prep students for class. I suggest being more open minded an absorb and appreciate any free information the masters are willing to offer, you'll be better for it.
@@Ibaneddie76 The deal is it's advertised as a lesson, but that's not what it actually is, it's a preperation for his students, which is fine, but that's not what the title says :)
This video has convinced me. I need to stop stalling and begin. While I am familiar with Lanning's work, and he seems from this video to be an excellent instructor, would this dvd be a good start for someone who has absolutely no experience in sculpting? I may not have the experience, but I have the passion and desire to learn this.
Barbara, Don is a tremendous teacher. If you want to interact with him live online and learn a ton of new techniques, visit our Website to check out his upcoming 4-week webinar, starting on Saturday 10/26. Just go to stanwinstonschool(DOT)com and click on the WEBINARS tab in the navigation bar. -Matt
Likely the clay would gum up your toaster. Best to keep separate toasters for clay warming and actual cooking. Though the clay certainly won't kill you. - David
Hey Jenny-Li, Unfortunately we're not familiar with any Makeup FX Schools in Sweden. But have no fear, our Live Webinars allow you to interact with our instructors from wherever you are in the world. Please check out our website and see what we have to offer. Links in the video description above. -Matt
I used those black picture racks he showed to hold face casts weighing up to 10, 12 lbs each, just so they looked better being stored on the shelves, and so I could easily see which one I needed
Marian Edwards Don is using Chavant Clay - NSP Medium. It's an oil based clay. An entire list of the materials used in this lesson is available here: bit.ly/1kTbLjw. -Maggie
ImClayMara, The course cost doesn't include materials, but fortunately all you need is clay, a flat wooden board to spread it across & a few simple sculpting tools. If you can't get your hands on Chavant clay locally, you can order it through our site by clicking on the Materials link in the video description above. We hope you can join us! The 8-Week Course starts THIS Saturday. -Matt ps No face to face classes yet. Our main push is ONLINE.
looks fascinating! What can you do with the end product? Will this be a hardened relief that can be painted or work of art than can be sold? I have used oil based clay in the past to create the model for poured molds. Thanks.
I'm late to the party! I've actually started using monster clay. Would it also be suitable to get a little toaster oven for melting and keeping the clay soft and warm whilst i'm working? Thank you!
cx Hello. I am only 13 but I hope to me a SFX Cosmetologist when I grow older. Your Videos are nice to watch, to give me a feel on what College will be like.
I actually just finished a creature design workshop that totally blew my cash. Otherwise I would sign up for this in a heartbeat. Wish I had known about this further in advance :/
driedpancake, Maya's a great tool. But it's just one of many. And nothing beats a traditional foundation. If you can sculpt in clay, computer programs are much easier to transition into. However, if you haven't mastered traditional materials, your digital work will suffer. -Matt
The current live course is already underway. 8-weeks, every Saturday. But Don's video tutorials are available from the website. And Don is going to be offering an in-person (not via web) class coming up. Check his website for details. - David
Jason Y, We're flattered. :) But to start learning from the Legends of FX, without having to clean our toilets, just enroll in this 8-Week LIVE online course or become an SWSCA subscriber by visiting the Stan Winston School website. -Matt
What is the purpose of a clay board? I've been working on teaching myself as much as I can until my husband and I get stationed somewhere that has a proper school, but I've never seen this sort of thing before.
it's good for the clay to have something on the back to stick on , because when you work on things like he does is like drawing on a canvas (but you will be sculpting instead) , also the clay gets stuck on the wood and it's easier to work while your board is standing without cracking or worse having all the sculpture fall down on the floor , i tried a few difrent boards to work with and the clay doesn't stuck that well as it does on wood unless you add something extra to hold it which is a lot of trouble.
I know, and thank you for acknowledging that. As time goes by and my own film making career continues to gain momentum (look for Live Forever: The Ray Bradbury Odyssey) I know I'll be able to participate more and more.
Hello, I just wondered if it's ok to use a toaster (like the one in the video) for cooking food in after it's been used for heating Chavant clay, or should it be strictly used for clay and nothing else? Thanks!
Guillermo, Don't worry, we plan on making these LIVE connections in many ways, including through shorter (1-day, 1-week, 1-month) LIVE online workshops that won't require the same investment of time and money. But we wish you could join us for this one, it's going to be EPIC. -Matt
sickphyschotic, You will be missed! Don't worry though, many more LIVE Online Courses are on the way. What sort of class would YOU like to see us put together? -Matt
Not sure if the term 'lesson' should be used, teaser maybe ? Nothing from the title card was actually touched - apart a board layered with 'clay' - needles to say, clay is a natural material, that is air drying and would not soften in a oven... maybe plasticine would be a better term ?
Our pleasure. If you have any other questions, please let us know. And be sure to check out our website to browse our entire tutorial library from the masters of monster making and special effects. (Links in the video description above). Thanks, Matt
Ownedkapoo, To a serious student of the craft who dreams of becoming a working artist, this is a small price to pay for 2 months of personal connection with a leading industry professional. However, we understand budget constraints. That's why we've made our pre-recorded video lessons so affordable. Just check out our website (link in description above) and you'll find much to learn for a fraction of the cost. Our streaming lessons range in cost from $1.99-$19.99. -Matt Just sayin', -Matt
To some extent you could practice the techniques, but not really, no. Chavant NSP is a special mineral oil clay which never hardens so your work drying out during or between sessions is not an issue. The end work can be moulded in Silicon rubber then cast back into resin though!
interesting. look use monster clay used over and over again if melt it. I saw different u tuber tested with Adam do like with ears. use cardboard. I do agree that wood bord going make easer to keep and over time going real cool look be couple down road.
I know right? I was like "get that jacket out of there", there was more contact with the sleeve than there was with the tool he was spreading it with. Take a look at someone I just subscribed to, gets straight to the point n pretty much sees every project all the way through in each video: or just Aden Hynes on youtube, or sculpture studios aden hynes in google
Visit our website: bit.ly/SWSCAhomeYT - Adrienn
Cool mini lesson. Pour melted clay on a board.....nice.
Don't burn yourself... This might be quite.... burny. Is that even a word? Is that even a tutorial?
I own at least 70 how-to DVDs from SWSCA, and I will say that Don is, by far, the most passionate instructor I have seen yet. Don exudes a true and unique desire to help us succeed. It is sincere and heartfelt.
I agree he is amazing.
Don. WOW what PASSION YOU HAVE. I wish all teacher's were like you. Keep spreading the love love.
I love your enthusiasm, so many times you listen to an instructor and you can almost feel their animosity at having to teach someone.
I love the passion that you demonstrate for this medium and for the course. It really shows how much you love what you do.
c cgunn This lesson is available at our school website: bit.ly/1kTbLjw. You can sign up for a free three day trial and take a look at all the different on-demand webcourses we offer. -Maggie
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Don Lanning. His enthusiasm is infectious. Are you going to post that live webcast Q&A you did, with him?
Hey Christopher, We agree. Don's a captivating teacher as well as a brilliant artist. We won't be reposting the LIVE Q&A from last weekend, unfortunately. But we're glad you were able to join us! -Matt
hey Don you got a very calm and passionate way of talking
Thanks for the input and the kind words, sickphyschotic. And please keep the course ideas coming! It's this kind of community-involvement that has made Stan Winston School possible. Long live practical effects! Matt
Don is an inspiring human being.
Hey Christopher, You've been a member of the community for a while and we totally appreciate your support. There'll be plenty of opportunities to connect LIVE with us again even if you can't take the course. Not to worry. - Matt
I love Don Lanning! Don Lanning just makes me happy! I feel better for having watched and listened to him! I wish it were his voice in my head instead of the nasty, critical voice I have in my head that's always so negative. He's healing! He's the sculpter and I am the clay, a big fat stupid lump of clay that's been microwaved :(
Is there any live webcast style online courses to take with Don or any other special effects artists for International students?
Of course! Our school is online so you can join us from anywhere: bit.ly/SWSCAhomeYT - Balázs
@@StanWinstonSchool Hi, just to confirm I am already part of the school, I am making reference to any live online courses (not prerecorded) which I understand Don was part of. Have you any live online courses by Don or any other Special Effects Artists?
been using chavant medium for decades. small tip, get one of those electric heating pads from the drug store, wrap your clay and put it in a soft cooler bag..It sits at your elbow and never gets to hot or cold.
I was glad to join you, too. I'm only sorry I can't pony up for the classes. You guys have been teaching me a lot, though. Thank you for being here.
He makes us happy too Jerry. (By the way, we noticed you caught our little stream test today. Not meant for the fans, just making sure everything's perfect for Don's first live lesson on Saturday.) - David
Really wished I was able to afford to take these classes and learn from the best truly amazing work guys, keep it up hopefully one day I'll be able to take a class or two.
Such a pleasant and passionate guy, must've been a fantastic class!
I think a character sculpture/paint class would be really awesome! Just my two cents. I love this channel, and the SWSCA website. Thanks for all that you guys do for the effects community!
@Andrew B!
Yes. Chavant is oil-based and yes, you can. Watch the mini lesson for free here and do what Don does! That's how it works, brother! - John
I'm guessing here, but the microwave may destroy the long fatty acid chains in the plasticine, altering the structure and thus the properties the clay has. The infrared radiation is far less destructive than the microwave radiation to the molecules.
Also, you can't really regulate heat in a microwave.
Thanks for this cool, inspiring preview. You sirs have the best jobs in the world.
I just ordered some oil clay this morning! Thank you so much for these videos yay
Hey, I just came across your video and its pretty interesting. What kind of clay is that?
Hi! It's Chavant Clay NSP Medium. - Balázs
Lesson I've learn -How to melt clay and spread it like sht in a rectangular board in 15 minutes.
Haha! Wasted my time as well.
If that's your take away from this invitation to learn from a master like Don Lanning then I feel sorry for you, he is an amazing artist, this was just to prep students for class. I suggest being more open minded an absorb and appreciate any free information the masters are willing to offer, you'll be better for it.
@@Ibaneddie76 The deal is it's advertised as a lesson, but that's not what it actually is, it's a preperation for his students, which is fine, but that's not what the title says :)
Is this something i could take if i have never worked with clay before? i just want to learn
i've been doing digital art and sculpting for years. i'd love to sink my teeth into this. very cool.
All good points, vjartafjal. Plus the clay will gum up your microwave. Best to make a simple clay oven w/tin foil and a light bulb. - David
Very good lesson,keep doing it.
I have one question?
Do You made the video about woman body sculpture?
This video has convinced me. I need to stop stalling and begin. While I am familiar with Lanning's work, and he seems from this video to be an excellent instructor, would this dvd be a good start for someone who has absolutely no experience in sculpting? I may not have the experience, but I have the passion and desire to learn this.
Yes, TheGorknMork, this is an excellent place to begin. - David
Stan Winston School Thanks for the reply! DVD is ordered!
Please, TheGorknMork, let us know what you think. - David
Stan Winston School Will do! I'm sure it'll be great!
Barbara, Don is a tremendous teacher. If you want to interact with him live online and learn a ton of new techniques, visit our Website to check out his upcoming 4-week webinar, starting on Saturday 10/26. Just go to stanwinstonschool(DOT)com and click on the WEBINARS tab in the navigation bar. -Matt
Thanks! Good lesson!
Likely the clay would gum up your toaster. Best to keep separate toasters for clay warming and actual cooking. Though the clay certainly won't kill you. - David
I love this guy. Drinking game- swig whenever he says "go ahead" or "okay" ;) good luck!
hi sir ! I think u know the right Technique making oil based clay. so plz u make a video on it .
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Hey Jenny-Li, Unfortunately we're not familiar with any Makeup FX Schools in Sweden. But have no fear, our Live Webinars allow you to interact with our instructors from wherever you are in the world. Please check out our website and see what we have to offer. Links in the video description above. -Matt
not the best jacket to wear while spreading liquid clay, Mmkay?
Oh I already have several of the DVD lessons at home and plan to buy more soon.... :)
I used those black picture racks he showed to hold face casts weighing up to 10, 12 lbs each, just so they looked better being stored on the shelves, and so I could easily see which one I needed
Don lanning course is he still doing courses somewhere .
Hi great take on clay. I am in South Africa.....what clay type is this
Marian Edwards Don is using Chavant Clay - NSP Medium. It's an oil based clay. An entire list of the materials used in this lesson is available here: bit.ly/1kTbLjw. -Maggie
me too!!
ImClayMara, The course cost doesn't include materials, but fortunately all you need is clay, a flat wooden board to spread it across & a few simple sculpting tools.
If you can't get your hands on Chavant clay locally, you can order it through our site by clicking on the Materials link in the video description above.
We hope you can join us! The 8-Week Course starts THIS Saturday.
-Matt
ps No face to face classes yet. Our main push is ONLINE.
looks fascinating! What can you do with the end product? Will this be a hardened relief that can be painted or work of art than can be sold? I have used oil based clay in the past to create the model for poured molds. Thanks.
My OCD is kicking seeing the clay on the sleeve of his jacket. Great video!!!
I'm late to the party! I've actually started using monster clay. Would it also be suitable to get a little toaster oven for melting and keeping the clay soft and warm whilst i'm working? Thank you!
Happy to hear it, Jason Y. Way better than scrubbing toilets! ;) -Matt
cx Hello. I am only 13 but I hope to me a SFX Cosmetologist when I grow older. Your Videos are nice to watch, to give me a feel on what College will be like.
Zoe Lilly great to hear that! Keep working to pursue your dreams and share your art and artistry with us on our Facebook wall! Good luck! -Maggie
Thank you so much cx for right now I ust draw in my sketch book but I will try to share it with you :)
I Love your Jacket.. and the Video is Awesome, thank you for the Lessons :-)
You are so much more better than the otherone I did
Well, thanks Octaviano Barrera. What was the "otherone" if you don't mind me asking? - David
I learned so many things from you and thank you
Awesome video, thank you very muich :) x
I actually just finished a creature design workshop that totally blew my cash. Otherwise I would sign up for this in a heartbeat. Wish I had known about this further in advance :/
driedpancake, Maya's a great tool. But it's just one of many. And nothing beats a traditional foundation. If you can sculpt in clay, computer programs are much easier to transition into. However, if you haven't mastered traditional materials, your digital work will suffer. -Matt
Im doing the same but is my clay board cracking when it dries??
The current live course is already underway. 8-weeks, every Saturday. But Don's video tutorials are available from the website. And Don is going to be offering an in-person (not via web) class coming up. Check his website for details. - David
Jason Y, We're flattered. :)
But to start learning from the Legends of FX, without having to clean our toilets, just enroll in this 8-Week LIVE online course or become an SWSCA subscriber by visiting the Stan Winston School website. -Matt
What is the purpose of a clay board? I've been working on teaching myself as much as I can until my husband and I get stationed somewhere that has a proper school, but I've never seen this sort of thing before.
it's good for the clay to have something on the back to stick on , because when you work on things like he does is like drawing on a canvas (but you will be sculpting instead) , also the clay gets stuck on the wood and it's easier to work while your board is standing without cracking or worse having all the sculpture fall down on the floor , i tried a few difrent boards to work with and the clay doesn't stuck that well as it does on wood unless you add something extra to hold it which is a lot of trouble.
Great idea....I have something simular....freaks my grandson out...🤣🤣
I know, and thank you for acknowledging that. As time goes by and my own film making career continues to gain momentum (look for Live Forever: The Ray Bradbury Odyssey) I know I'll be able to participate more and more.
i do appreciate for the demo,keep it up
Great tutorial, thanks.
Hello, I just wondered if it's ok to use a toaster (like the one in the video) for cooking food in after it's been used for heating Chavant clay, or should it be strictly used for clay and nothing else? Thanks!
We're an online school. Look for us online. The website is the school name. - David
Guillermo, Don't worry, we plan on making these LIVE connections in many ways, including through shorter (1-day, 1-week, 1-month) LIVE online workshops that won't require the same investment of time and money. But we wish you could join us for this one, it's going to be EPIC. -Matt
Cool, thanks for the teaching 😃
sickphyschotic, You will be missed! Don't worry though, many more LIVE Online Courses are on the way. What sort of class would YOU like to see us put together? -Matt
Do you not use a crock pot for heating clay?
Your work is amazing
Thanks. - David
I love how he said M'Kay after every sentence. I felt like I was getting a lesson from Mr. Mackey. lol
I hope he does another one.
Man, I really wish I could do this class. I'll be taking tests when it starts though :(
Not sure if the term 'lesson' should be used, teaser maybe ? Nothing from the title card was actually touched - apart a board layered with 'clay' - needles to say, clay is a natural material, that is air drying and would not soften in a oven... maybe plasticine would be a better term ?
do you plan on running this again ? if so when? thanks
Hello!
how can know when will be the next course?, i'm really interested!
Our pleasure. If you have any other questions, please let us know. And be sure to check out our website to browse our entire tutorial library from the masters of monster making and special effects. (Links in the video description above). Thanks, Matt
You're the man Don! -Kendra S.
We do too! -Matt
what type of clay are you using?
This is Chavant medium. - David
super baddass don, u make a difference dude!
I will go ahead and like this video. mkey
Ownedkapoo, To a serious student of the craft who dreams of becoming a working artist, this is a small price to pay for 2 months of personal connection with a leading industry professional.
However, we understand budget constraints. That's why we've made our pre-recorded video lessons so affordable. Just check out our website (link in description above) and you'll find much to learn for a fraction of the cost. Our streaming lessons range in cost from $1.99-$19.99. -Matt
Just sayin', -Matt
Great lesson!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks Sandra Davis. - David
will this lesson work with natural air drying clay?
To some extent you could practice the techniques, but not really, no. Chavant NSP is a special mineral oil clay which never hardens so your work drying out during or between sessions is not an issue. The end work can be moulded in Silicon rubber then cast back into resin though!
OK thank you for the quick reply!
interesting. look use monster clay used over and over again if melt it. I saw different u tuber tested with Adam do like with ears. use cardboard. I do agree that wood bord going make easer to keep and over time going real cool look be couple down road.
Sorry, AuntJemima46. But don't worry. We'll do more like this. - David
this is the coolest stuff!!!
great teacher...
We sure think so, Michael R, but thanks for the feedback. - David
I know right? I was like "get that jacket out of there", there was more contact with the sleeve than there was with the tool he was spreading it with. Take a look at someone I just subscribed to, gets straight to the point n pretty much sees every project all the way through in each video: or just Aden Hynes on youtube, or sculpture studios aden hynes in google
hey whats the material your using?
also its great that your active throughout the video
nvm got it, still awesome how your teaching stuff
This is a medium Chavant modeling clay. - David
what kind of clay he is using?
+Kenny Altamirano It's Chavant Clay NSP Medium. - Balázs
+Stan Winston School thanks for the answer (someone had to do it)
Thank you
can you melt oil based sculpting clay in a toaster over?
I love Don
Cool love it.
i am from germany same thing here :( if i could afford those 8 weeks in the US i would take the class X(
how did you do that.
Of course Don! :)