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Updated 10/08/15
Origins.
I started sculpting in 2012 and have been addicted ever since. I am a self-taught sculptor of original, fan-inspired, and custom designs.
Sculpt, bake, then some color.
I use oven-bake polymer clay for all my sculpts. Each piece is individually sculpted, baked in a clay-dedicated oven, painted with acrylics, then topped off with a layer of varnish for a finishing matte shine.
A theme of sorts.
As a self-proclaimed video game junkie and child at heart, my favorite cartoon shows, video games, and movies of the past and present are the foundations of my work. I thoroughly enjoy re-creating familiar characters with a little twist of emotion, pose, and personality. As my hobby has progressed throughout the years, I've also started creating my own original sculpts as well.
Claybies?
I like to call my creations clay babies, or claybies for short!
Southpaw?
Why yes, indeed, I am left-handed
I'll add more Q&As as I see fit. You are welcome to ask Q's/comments/etc in the comment section below
Ruby (lonelysouthpaw)
southpawclaybies@gmail.com
About Me
A background.
I started sculpting back in 2012. I picked it up while in a lull of boredom by accident when a good friend suggested I pick up some polymer clay at the local craft store. I have been addicted to the craft ever since! I am completely self-taught and enjoy sculpting pieces of original, fan-inspired, and custom designs.
Sculpt, bake, then some color.
I use oven-bake polymer clay for all my sculpts. Each piece is individually sculpted, baked in a clay-dedicated oven, detailed with acrylics, and then topped off with a layer of gloss varnish for protection and a finishing shine. I usually use white or translucent clay since I enjo
End of May '16
What's hot in the oven
Hey guys! Sorry for being particularly inactive in these past recent months.. Been so focused on Instagram and generally busy in life, but I'm back! I'm going to try to become more consistent with both my DeviantArt and Instagram posts. After all, the start of my sculpting days and documenting my progress dates back to my start with DeviantArt! I just went on a posting frenzy. Below are the uploads if you'd like to check out some of my more recent sculptures!
Etsy restock (always seems to be) in progress
I've been working on quite a few original pieces.. Including those pictured below! I'm hoping to have more for
January 2016
Feature by Cartoon Network & Adventure Time!
My holiday sweater Adventure Time sculptures (pictured below) were recently featured by Cartoon Network on their CN and Adventure time Facebook and Instagram pages! I'm truly honored to be acknowledged by the source of many of my fan-art pieces and be featured by them no less!
Etsy restock in progress
I'm hoping to get a handful of new original sculpts onto my Etsy store early this February.
I'll be making another journal post once that happens!
What's hot in the oven
[ ] Jelly Kid from Bravest Warriors
[ ] Originals, originals, originals
Hope everyone is having a great start off
December 2015
Sculpt Giveaway on Instagram!
I'm planning to host a sculpture giveaway soon on my IG.
Follow me on Instagram at claybies (https://www.deviantart.com/claybies) to join in on the fun!
What's hot in the oven!
Taking a short brainstorm break to think up some new originals...
Project Pinkymon is COMPLETE!
This is my personal project to complete all #001 - 151 first generation Pokemon as small and detailed as possible and pictured atop my pinky! I'm uploading my personal favorites on d.Art. You can find all the latest updates on my Instagram claybies (https://www.deviantart.com/claybies)!
Pinkymon: #001 to 151
P.S. Hope everyone is having a happy year's end with the holidays and the new year coming up!
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