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Sculpting Horses in Air Dry Clay Tips and Techniques for Artists book with horse sculpture on cover

Sculpting Horses in Air Dry Clay

By Susie Benes

This guide is aimed at adventurous adults and young aspiring artists who want to learn to sculpt horses in air dry clay.



Exposed Sculpture The Art of Creating Animals in Wire and Clay book with dog clay and wire sculpture on cover

Sculpting Horses in Air Dry Clay

By Susie Benes

Master the art of building intricate wire armatures to support your clay creations. Discover techniques that guarantee sculpting success.


Artful Paperclay techniques for adding dimension to your art book with horse sculpture on cover

Artful Paperclay

By Rogene Manas

This all-new bas-relief art form combines air-drying clay, paint, collage and texture to build dimensional mixed-media works.



Articles & Tutorials

Various sculpting tools on a white table
🕓 6 minutes

The Secrets of Sculpting with Creative Paperclay Part I

By Susie Benes

I use Creative Paperclay for the majority of my work, but the techniques I describe here can be used for a variety of other artist-grade air dry clays.


Two hands squeezing piece of white clay over a table with wire armatures
🕓 5 minutes

The Secrets of Sculpting with Creative Paperclay Part II

By Susie Benes

Covers important air dry clay techniques and also THE most crucial tool you’ll need to succeed.




White stallion sculpture made of air dry clay
🕓 7 minutes

One Clay to Rule Them All: The Best Air Dry Clays for Artists

By Susie Benes

I'll get right to the point: there is no one "best" air dry clay for sculpting. I wish there was; it would certainly make my life easier.


Various glues and bonding mediums displayed on a white background alongside two air dry clay horse sculptures that are finished and painted
🕓 5 minutes

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

By Susie Benes

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.


Sculpture of a horse made of air dry clay with porcelain painted effects
🕓 6 minutes

From Broken to Beautiful: Repairing Air Dry Clay

By Susie Benes

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



Air dry clay and exposed wire pegasus sculpture held over a work station with various painting supplies
🕓 5 minutes

Mastering the Art of Varnishing Air Dry Clay Sculpture

By Susie Benes

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.