Design and Intervention of Art Toys

Modeling tools

A course by Mitote Rodela , Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Modeler, and Sculptor

99% positive reviews (114)

2,551 students

Audio: Spanish

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About the video: Modeling tools

Overview

“Since we knew the plasticine, it is important to know the tools with which we will manipulate them, in order to achieve what we propose in the modeling stage.”

In this video lesson Mitote Rodela addresses the topic: Modeling tools, which is part of the Domestika online course: Design and Intervention of Art Toys. Learn techniques for the design, modeling, and painting of limited-edition customized pieces.

Partial transcription of the video

“Well, we already knew the plasticine. Now the next step is ... know the tools with which we are going to manipulate. Let's start with this roller. This roller is a pretty device ... functional and we're going to be using it a lot. Because if you realize it is a roller to make tortillas. But we're not going to use it for that. We're going to use it to crush the mass and make strips. I found this roller in a haberdashery shop. Where they sold some toys and then I realized that had material for modeling, that they could also get it in that place. Or failing that, if you do not find this kneade...”

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Course summary for: Design and Intervention of Art Toys

Level: Beginner
99% positive reviews (114)
2551 students
4 units
16 lessons (2h 14m)
5 downloads

Category
Craft, Design
Areas
Art Toys, Character Design, Design, Sculpture, Toy Design

Mitote Rodela

A course by Mitote Rodela

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Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Modeler, and Sculptor

Mr. Mitote is a graphic designer by profession and a sculptor, artist, and illustrator by vocation. With self-taught training in character modeling, he has become one of the most internationally acclaimed toy artists.

His work has led him to represent Mexico, his native country, in different individual and collective exhibitions worldwide, and his interest in and concern for the arts has allowed him to experiment with different materials and techniques, develop different designer toys, and participate in collaborations with brands like Swatch and Kid Robot.