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A blog about air dry clay, sculpting, and horses

From Broken to Beautiful: Repairing Air Dry Clay Sculptures

From Broken to Beautiful: Repairing Air Dry Clay Sculptures

September 25, 2023

I receive many inquiries are about how to repair cracks in air dry clay sculptures, so here's a useful guide to help you.

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Build Your Own Air Dry Clay Sculpting Kit: Susie's Favorite Materials and Tools

Build Your Own Air Dry Clay Sculpting Kit: Susie's Favorite Materials and Tools

August 01, 2023

Create your own personalized kit and embark on your sculpting journey with confidence!

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Sticky Solutions: A Sculptor's Guide to Glue for Air Dry Clay Art

Sticky Solutions: A Sculptor's Guide to Glue for Air Dry Clay Art

May 07, 2023

Glue plays an essential role in the world of sculpting: Whether you're attaching a tail or fixing a break, it's crucial to choose the right glue for the task.

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Mastering the Art of Varnishing Air Dry Clay Sculpture

Mastering the Art of Varnishing Air Dry Clay Sculpture

March 31, 2023

By following the tips below, you can achieve a stunning finish that not only enhances the appearance of your sculpture but also protects it for years to come.

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Apartment Ceramics: Pottery at Home Without Your Own Kiln

Apartment Ceramics: Pottery at Home Without Your Own Kiln

September 10, 2022

Working with ceramic clay inside an apartment is totally doable (obviously). There are a couple of safety considerations, but other than that, have at it!

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Susie's Sculptures at the Squamish Public Library: July 7- Sept 13

Susie's Sculptures at the Squamish Public Library: July 7- Sept 13

July 05, 2022

Come and see a selection of my mixed media sculptures and new wood fired ceramic pieces. They will be available for purchase.

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Keep it Moist, Keep it Safe: Storing Air Dry Clay

Keep it Moist, Keep it Safe: Storing Air Dry Clay

January 22, 2022

Air dry clay can be pricey, and you might not be able to use a complete package all in one creative session. Storing your clay effectively helps to cut down on waste and ensure you'll be able to use all of your hard-earned material.

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Makers' Marks: Signing Your Clay Sculptures

Makers' Marks: Signing Your Clay Sculptures

December 25, 2021

Signing my artwork is usually done as the last step in the sculpting process. Often it feels like putting the cherry on top of an ice cream sundae.

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Susie Benes Sculpture Exhibition 2021: Part II

Susie Benes Sculpture Exhibition 2021: Part II

October 04, 2021

For more details of this exhibition, check out the Part I blog post. Otherwise, please enjoy these images.

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Susie Benes Sculpture Exhibition 2021: Part I

Susie Benes Sculpture Exhibition 2021: Part I

July 25, 2021

For those of you who are not able to come to Vancouver, British Columbia, I've put together a preview to showcase my tiny exhibition.

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To Seal and Protect: Varnishing Air Dry Clay Sculptures

To Seal and Protect: Varnishing Air Dry Clay Sculptures

February 03, 2021

If you’re painting your air dry clay sculptures, you may want to consider varnishing them. Varnish is a non-pourous, transparent layer that is put on top of a final artwork.

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The Art of Packing & Shipping Clay Sculpture

The Art of Packing & Shipping Clay Sculpture

November 23, 2020

I often wish I could just toss it in a box with some shredded paper and call it a day, but ceramic and air dry clay sculptures are delicate objects. You must prepare for the worse and hope for the best.

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