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Behind the Scenes: Materials and Tools Used in Custom Figurine Making

Every detailed figurine begins with the right materials and tools.

As an Etsy custom gift seller creating "AI image to real" sculptures at viplo.etsy.com, I rely on a precise combination of hand tools, clays, and finishing supplies to transform digital designs into tangible art.

For sculpting, polymer clay is the foundation.

Brands like Super Sculpey or FIMO are favored for their workability and ability to hold fine detail.

After baking the clay, I often integrate resin elements to reinforce durability and add clarity to transparent parts such as glasses or accessories.

Sculpting tools range from loop tools and dental picks to silicone-tipped shapers.

These help refine facial features, texture hair, and smooth out surfaces.

Calipers ensure proportional accuracy — crucial when translating AI-generated characters into lifelike miniatures.

Painting is done with artist-grade acrylics, chosen for their fast drying times and vibrant finish.

I use brushes as small as 10/0 to apply highlights, shadows, and ultra-fine lines.

Once painted, each figurine is sealed with matte or gloss varnish depending on the desired aesthetic.

Support tools include heat guns for fast curing, magnifiers for detail work, and custom lighting setups for accurate color application.

For "AI image to real" conversions, digital sculpting tablets and 3D modeling software assist in pre-visualizing complex builds.

At viplo.etsy.com, clients value both the artistic and technical side of figurine creation.

Knowing what goes into each piece makes it even more special.

From tool to texture, every step in the process reflects the passion of an Etsy custom gift artist transforming AI visions into physical masterpieces.

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