Exploring Liquid Polymer Clay

Liquid polymer clay is just that, a liquid form of the solid polymer clay you know and love. There are a wide variety of things that you can do with liquid clay when using it in combination with solid polymer. It could be a subtle use like adding a worn patina or finishing edges, to more interesting applications such as stenciling, mark making, and sgraffito techniques.

This virtual workshop explores some of the many techniques the instructor has discovered using liquid polymer. Class will begin with first going over basics such as mixing colors, using raw versus baked clay, and tools for application. The instructor will then step through the techniques, sharing ideas, tools, and some of the super powers of liquid clay that make it so unique. Techniques will include creating backgrounds, using stencils/masks, exploring mark making, and playing with sgraffito. This is a technique-based class where students will create veneers and samples as the class progresses, that can then be used on your special projects.

This is not an intro to polymer course, some familiarity with polymer clay is recommended but not absolutely necessary. 

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Please read the Materials & Tools tab! 

 

Meet the instructor

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Lynn believes that the magic happens in the making—giving time to a creative practice; letting yourself become immersed in the process; sawing, sewing, forming, cutting, hammering, breaking, snapping, rolling, and bending. As you lean into the process, you notice the changes along the way, in your work and in yourself. She loves to share this experience through her many workshops. 

 

Polymer clay is the main material that is used in Lynn’s art jewelry. It has magical properties that allow it to play well with other materials. Her approach is to develop simple elements using mark making, textures, and sgraffito techniques, then she combines and layers them to provide a depth of interest and tactile quality that she so enjoys.  

 

Lynn Yuhr is a self-taught artist. She has a Masters degree in geology and spent 30 years being trained by mother nature. Observing and interpreting nature and the impacts from man-made structures was a way of life. The intersection of these observations (natural and man-made) is what has stuck with her and where she loves to play with her art jewelry. 

“My playful curiosity drives my work. When I assess the possibilities, ignore convention, apply techniques from different mediums, and utilize unusual materials is when I have the most fun. I hope the playfulness is passed along to the wearer and brings them a little smile."

Materials & Tools

The following supplies will be used for course demonstrations and objectives. A suggested item and/or vendor has been provided below for reference. Click the vendor name (in red) to be redirected to a page where you can view the item. The quantities needed for each item are listed first. If ordering, please be aware that some items may come in larger quantities than needed for this class. We recommend not opening an item's packaging until the day of the workshop. Student participation during or in-between class sessions is strongly encouraged but not required - observers are welcome.

Polymer clay (Students will want to have a selection of polymer colors available. To order all or some of these colors go to www.Sculpey.com. Items with an asterisk are required for course objectives.):

  • 2 x 2oz bar of black *
  • 2 x 2oz bar of white *
  • 4 to 6 x 2oz bar of clay in the colors of your choice
  • 2oz to 4oz chopped up scrap clay
  • 1 x bottle of black liquid clay*
  • 1 x bottle of white liquid clay*
  • 1 x set of primary liquid clay - red/yellow/blue *
  • 1 x bottle of Bake and Bond OR translucent liquid clay
  • 1 x bottle of clay softener - the liquid not the solid 
  • additional colors of liquid clay – instructor favorites include peacock pearl, garnet, gold, turquoise translucent

Polymer tools (please ask if substitution will work): 

Other/miscellaneous items:  

  • waxed paper or "deli sheets" 
  • masking tape
  • scissors
  • copier paper
  • cardstock - 1 or 2 sheets
  • cosmetic sponges - a few
  • 6" wooden skewers - a couple for stirring liquid clays
  • cleaner for board and blades (rubbing alcohol, windex, etc.)
  • notebook and writing implements 
  • paper towels or soft cloth

If you have any questions regarding supplies, please contact Lynn directly at [email protected]!!

Virtual Course
Tuition
$225.00
Instructor
Lynn Yuhr
Level
All Levels
Pre-requisites
Basic polymer skills recommended
Location
Virtual - Eastern Time Zone
Length
  • 0 days
 

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