First a very quick study just to get the shape

Frame work to save modeling clay

Spray foam can be cut and molded and save weight

Head Size varies from age two years to Three

With bodies in position, now you can add character

View from all sides ear details will be added later

pay attention to how hands and heads lay

bodies should carry the look of natural weight

As the shoulder moves, the waist twist

As one part moves, all are linked and move together

Try to keep the emotional connection between the characters

First section of plaster mold is critical for support

kids plasticine is reusable and strong when kept cool

plywood provides true support

Wet plaster is heavy, so screw everything tight

always plan for how the plaster will pull away

a locking grove has been cut to support the plasticine

plasticine wall locks into the groves to prevent slips

consider how each section fits into the next

plasticine, keep lots on hand, it last for years

unusual plaster shaping for the difficult areas

remember to use vaseline between sections or they will lock together

When in doubt, use duct tape

almost done

imagine if you had forgotten to use vasaline

press clay into the dry mold, cleaning each section as it is removed

ready to be slowly dried and then into the kiln