My dragon
When my daughter asked to do modelling with clay, I knew what I wanted to make. A while ago, fellow author Rinelle Grey took a break from writing to make clay dragons. They are adorable. Her designs were based on the work of Becca Golins, aka Dragons and Beasties, who makes the most incredible dragons. I want them all…
Anyway, I’ve wanted to make one ever since seeing Rinelle’s post, especially as my first complete novel is all about dragons.
Unfortunately it turns out I don’t quite have the knack (oops, scrap that, one of the rules of Art in August is to not apologise for your art!) I think my first attempt is cute, in a timid sort of way. I wonder if it could be Ilaria.
Daughter’s dragon
I must investigate what clay to use, as I don’t think painted white clay has the same impact (plus it’s really hard to paint!)
All good fun and, as with the clay dog yesterday, my daughter’s dragon was cool too. It reminds me of Toothless from How to Train Your Dragon.
This post is part of the Art in August challenge on the Laptop on the Ironing Board blog.
I have zero artistic talent and that unfortunately extends to clay! I’m impressed that you even tried. 🙂
I used to love clay modelling at school, but playdoh is the closest I’ve come in 20 years. I’d do clay modelling with the kids again if it didn’t mean having to find houseroom for dozens of random ornaments. At least playdoh goes back in the tub at the end!