FunkoNothing more than a contraction of Funny and Company, this is where these Japanese chibi and boyish style characters come from. A small character with a big head who broke our hearts and now we have the possibility of customizing it, you know how? And what materials do we need? Okay, don’t worry here. How to create a custom funko step by step.We’ll explain it to you.
to do Custom Funko FiguresWe have two options. The first thing is to buy a blank figure. This is a special figure that the Funko brand released under the name DIY, and secondly, it is made entirely of clay.
These figures have the general shape of Funko figures, but without the accessories, colors, etc., that is, they are blank as such. We paint and decorate to our liking.That is, to personalize it. You will have to paint it however you want.
to do Custom FunkoFirst we need to get the so-called numbers. DIY homemade popwhich the company sells This is the basic figure of Pop! where you can transform into either a male or female character It depends on the figure you purchase. You can buy it on Amazon.
How to create your own funko step by step
start You will need to create the sketch you want to capture with clay.Always taking into account the size of the original, which is usually 9 cm.
Step 1- I
To create the doll in the picture above We will take a piece of black clay. And we will extend it to the back of the doll’s head, we cut out the parts that cover the ears. But be careful not to take it.
When we have stretched out the back of the head well. And cut off the excess soil to make the ears free. We mark some vertical lines. to simulate hair
It’s the turn of top of headSince the doll has raised this part, we will place the other part. A lump of black clay is on top.As if it were a cone. Please note that We need to cover the entire top. Therefore, the work piece will be generous.
this we distribute it For the rest of our heads and we draw or We mark againmust be locked well Mold the clay to make a top. Then we do it using scissors. small wound to produce a blunt effect
If we do our hair, we will see that some parts of the face or neck are stained. damp clothWe can clean it.
Before starting, we will take Fine water-based sandpaper to sand the entire surface well. To remove the varnish that the figure came with. This way both the clay and paint will hold together much better.
Step 2- Insole
to do Boots or shoesYes, we took another one. black clay and we grind it on the bottom of our feet of the doll, as only the soles of the feet are visible. It should be used in moderation so that you have thick soles.
We begin to Mark the details of the heel.There may be traces of clay sticking out on the sides. Don’t worry, you just need to trim them carefully.
to end We will make the entire sole of the shoe smooth. In order not to damage it, do not forget about the sides. With this we finished the sole.
Step 3- Clothes
Before we paint We’ll color it first. Pencil and we will draw different clothes. In this case, we will mark the shirt and pants on the doll only the edges, without going into details.
We take clay barThis will mark the end of the shirt, so We’ll wrap it around our waist.By matching the bottom of the strip with the lines we drew with the pencil earlier.
Once placed We dip our fingers in water and mix well. The top of the tape is so that you can only see where the hem of the shirt will be, as seen in the picture. We performed the same surgery on the back.
Now it’s the turn of Return of the pantsWe carry out the same process with the previously marked marks with a pencil and also. Thin strips we simulate the bottom of the pants.In this case, you do not need to mix anything. Just make sure the two colors are the same.
with T-shirt sleevesWe work exactly the same as the pants below. without having to spread and use thinner strips
We let it be It dries for two hours.
Step 3 – Paint the Clothes
After drawing the pattern that will be attached to the t-shirt. We paint bootsThis will be brown and we will add some wear details to the leather.
We’ll use the color first. brown acrylic paintwhich has the most resemblance to leather and then adds Brown tones on the toe and sides of the heel. To simulate worn leather As for the color, it’s all a matter of taste. If you want to use a different color, that’s fine.
trousers It has been painted. light grayAlways use acrylic paint. Then use a very fine brush. We paint in gray. dark, part of fly and back bag And we’ve added a slightly darker tone in the crotch area.
We also painted it with a fine brush in gray. Broken or worn kneeAs seen in the picture
Now it’s the turn of t-shirt, that we will paint in bright redAs always with acrylic paint. We draw the pattern of the T-shirt in white. Don’t forget the back, which will be red.
Step 4 – Paint the Face
The paint that will be used on the face also uses Orange mixed with white and brown until you get the desired color With this mixture we paint. Face and neck that was revealed both in front and behind
with the same color We also painted the arms and hands.Be patient in the trickiest areas, like the neck.
It’s time now. eye. These will be painted. blackTaking advantage of the doll’s eye markers, we will only need to paint them over with black acrylic. When the eyeliner is drawn We let the paint dry..
Now that it’s dry, we’ll paint it. With a brush and a little ash, burnt charcoaletc., small details such as beard shadowSome shadows on the temples And if you want go above the hairlineYou can send a brush over it.
Step 5 – Glasses
First on the paper we have Mark the shape and size of the glasses.. After that it was created. gray clay slabOn it, a previously made sketch was already drawn on paper. Because it’s going to be a little rough. We use water sandpaper. all over the surface and sides
next We cut with a cutter. And using some of the same pasta it was created. sideburns. Attaching the temples to the glasses. silicone drops.
Step 6 – Details
with hot punchThere’s a hole in the hand, which we’ll do. insert wire. The doll has a camera and we are going to insert it. If you don’t want to mold it with clay. You can use other objects. It’s a small toy that can hold Kinder eggs.
now Only details are missing. that we will paint with a fine brush or, if desired, with a Very fine marker tipThese are Eyebrows and mouth. eye We’ll cover them too. Clear nail polish coat to make it shiny
The results cannot be said to be perfect. And if not, compare with the original artist.
All you need to create your own funko White Clay.
he material The basis of these figures is Air Dry Clay. Materials to use include:
- DIY Custom Pop Base Dolls
- acrylic paint set
- clay tool set
- Flat brush set for crafts
- Round brush set for crafts
- water sandpaper
- Rolling pin or similar for kneading
- thin or thick wire
- Pliers for cutting wires
- knife
- Colored clay or cold porcelain that dries with air.
- Toy (camera)
- Clear silicone nail polish
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