Step 3: Wrap the base in jute to create texture This is 100% true but since you made a solid base in a simple shape, you’re not likely to run into any issues. You may have heard that air-dry clay shrinks as it dries (and can therefore crack). Step 2: Smooth any imperfections from the clayįill a small bowl with water to keep at close hand then dip your fingers into the water and run them over any cracks or creases in your clay that you want to erase. You can get your sculpture base as smooth or imperfect as you prefer. We slam the clay ball down in order to form a nice flat bottom for our sculpture base to lay on. Yes, this sounds violent, but I promise no clay was hurt during the filming of this DIY video. Once you’re happy with the shape of your ball, slam it down on the table. Grab a chunk of air dry clay about the size of your palm, and roll it into a ball. This will eventually form the base of your wire sculpture. Paint the base your favorite color then stick the end of the wire artwork into the hole you made and you’re done. So long as the line of the art is CONTINUOUS. To make a DIY wire sculpture, you need to create an air dry clay base, poke a hole in it, then shape a length of armature wire along a printed continuous line drawing of any artwork you choose.
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