After making a few masks, I decided I wanted to simplify the process a bit. I've been researching many different aspects of mold making for quite some time now, and the more I thought about it, the more rotocasting (or slush casting) seemed like the way to go here.
I began by making a master mask (version 2 kind); I came up with a decorative pattern design I liked, and took extra care applying it, since any imperfections in the surface detail would be captured during silicone moulding
This step took almost a week, and in the end, I ended up with an untrimmed, primed master mask, ready for silicone application!
I also made a "back cap" piece the same way: I vacuum formed two masks, cut out the Sith Empire pattern from the forehead section of one mask, and glued this onto the forehead of the other, thus creating the back cap mold. For some reason I can't find the photos I took of this step, but you will be able to see it in the next section.
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- Version 3 Molds