Clay Dragons

Hi!

Today I am going to show you how to make a clay dragon. I use air-dry clay, Mod Podge, and acrylic paint.

First, roll out a ball. Then, make it into a longish cone shape. the long part is the tail.

Make the tail more triangle-ish, and the neck and chest more defined.

Make a head shape, then stick it on using water, smoothing the body and neck as you work.

Start with curvy triangles, then use a butter knife or toothpick to carve in the "veins".

Add horns and small, triangular ears.

Use a toothpick to poke holes for eyes and nostrils.

Paint your dragon using acrylic paints.

It's time to seal your dragon! Doing so makes the paint last longer and gives it a nice sheen if using gloss. I use Mod Podge spray on gloss, but you can use whatever you want. When varnishing, be sure to do in an open area with plenty of ventilation.