CREATING A STANDING ANIMAL – Modeling Clay

1. Gather a variety of tools for creating texture and joining the modeling clay.
2. You can make a pin tool by taping an open paper clip to the end of a pencil.
3. Make a gouging tool by taping a paper clip to the end of a pencil.
4. Other useful tools are a garlic press, comb, skewer and toothbrush.

DOG

1. Roll out a short thick coil for the body.
2. Make 4 short small coils for the legs.
3. Press the modeling clay pieces firmly to each other.
4. Use a stick or your fingers to blend the clay at the joint to make it stronger.

1. Roll a ball for the head.
2. Attach it firmly to the body.
3. Make a short cylinder for a snout.
4. Attach it to the ball.
5. Use a stick to cut through the middle of the snout.

1. Open the mouth and round the edges.
2. Add a ball for a nose and a small flattened coil for a tongue.
3. Add texture and other details to make your animal unique.
4. Make sure your animal looks good from all directions.