What is the technique?

Latex is an aqueous dispersion of polymers that can be solidified into rubber.

What are the relevant materials needed for the technique?

• Liquid Latex
• Hardener
• Mold Release and Conditioner
• Mold( must be able to withstand heat)
• Glove
• Mask
• Chopsticks
• Plastic Cups
• Electric weighing machine
• Paints, inks

How to achieve the technique?

*Note* recommended to be carried out outdoor

1. Wear glove and mask.
2. Spray a layer of Mold Release and Conditioner to prevent the latex from sticking to the mold.
3. Place a cup on the electric weighing machine
4. For every 100gram of latex add 4 gram of hardener.
5. After desired amount of latex is weighed, add acrylic/ink if coloured latex is desired.
6. Mix the mixture evenly.
7. Allow the latex to harden.

What are the uses and applications of the technique?

This technique can be used to create accessories, ornaments, molds, etc.

Photos

Samples showed in class

Latex

Mold Release and Conditioner

Experimentation with latex using a mixture of acrylic and crayon scraps

Experimentation result- zombie pudding

 

Own personal reflections

I personally find this technique very tough, because I couldn’t think of possible way I could implement it into my own work. Even though the process of using this technique is simple and fast, there are very limited application I can think of.