What is the technique
Resin
This method uses resin which is a viscous synthetic organic polymer that solidifies into a tough, solid form.
Latex
This method uses latex which contains polymer microparticles in a liquid form which solidifies into a malleable, jelly like structure.
What are the relevant materials needed for the technique
Resin
Liquid resin
Moulds
Objects to encapsulate
Mould release spray
Colours
Cups and Ice cream sticks for mixing
Weighing machine
Latex
Mould
Liquid latex
Colours
Cups and Ice cream sticks for mixing
How to achieve the technique
Resin
Get 2 cups, one for the hardener and one for the liquid resin. Measure on the weighing machines of liquid resin to hardener at a ratio of 100g : 4g. Throughly mix the mixture and add colours if you prefer. In the moulds, spray the spray release conditioner and put objects inside to encapsulate. Carefully pour the resin into the mould and let it cure for a few days before removing it from the mould.
Latex
Get 2 cups, one for the hardener and one for the latex. Measure the ratio on the weighing machine. Throughly mix the mixture and add colours if you prefer. Carefully pour the latex into the mould and let it cure for a few hours before removing it from the mould.
What are the uses and applications of the technique
Resin
Latex
Photos
Resin 
Latex
Own personal reflections
I really enjoyed experimenting with the resin because it gives the effect of glass but it is actually a plastic. It also allows you to see what has been encapsulated which is really interesting because depending on what you encapsulate and the colours you mix, it can look like water. On the other hand, the texture of the latex grossed me out a bit because as I was helping to pour it into people’s mould, it started drying and the texture became lumpy and sticky. But I guess that’s why it is mostly used for prosthetics for visual effects. The challenges for both is that they cure really quickly so you have to work fast and in small batches to prevent wastage. Also the measuring has to be really accurate or the resin and latex won’t solidify or it may even cause cracks like in the resin if there is too much hardener.