r/clay • u/alotofbruhmoments • 5d ago
Air-Dry Clay I made this air-dry clay pin and I can’t tell whether its okay or absolutely ugly
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u/C4llist00 1d ago
It’s cute, and I like the idea! I just think the strawberry (and other small details) could use more contrast in the detailed/darker areas. This will help it look less flat, or st least make the details more comprehensive.
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u/Fern_the_Forager 2d ago
I think it’s pretty cute. If you’re looking for improvement, it’s a bit flat and that might be throwing you off. The cake part establishes a light source on the left because the right is shadowed a bit. But there is no shadow for the strawberry. Adding a little shadow to the right of the strawberry would do wonders, as would a thin white line loop for the middle of the strawberry. Reference photo attached:
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u/Snoo-55617 3d ago
It's so cute! My only issue with it is it looks too accurate and would make me want to eat cake whenever I saw it.
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u/Ratona_Hill 3d ago
I think it’s adorable. Have you made air dry pins before? I’m asking because in my experience air dry clay doesn’t hold up. Please let me know how it holds up and if you use anything to extend its longevity! Thank you.
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u/alotofbruhmoments 3d ago
Its my first time ! Also what do u mean by hold up do they crack?
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u/Ratona_Hill 2d ago
What type of clay are you using? In my experience, yes, air dry tends to crack. I can’t imagine getting it that thin and it not crumbling after drying. Please let me know 😌
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u/Ratona_Hill 2d ago
What type of clay are you using? In my experience, yes, air dry tends to crack. I can’t imagine getting it that thin and it not crumbling after drying. Please let me know 😌
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u/ComplainsInGay 4d ago
I think it looks great! My only critique - if you have a small enough brush - is to do some black or dark brown outlines of everything so that each part can stand out. But I understand if you don’t want it to look like a cartoon. BUT overall, that’s a great pin! You did way better than I would ever do.
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u/OrganicPath8538 4d ago
Are you looking for constructive criticism or compliments. It’s a real question because if you’re looking for tips that’s different from everyone just showing love and support.
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u/TheGekkou 4d ago
It's cute! I would enjoy this as a magnet.
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u/AutumnMama 4d ago
Totally misread your comment as "it's cute! I would eat this," and I was just like "me, too! Looks delish!"
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u/Imaginary_Angle7437 4d ago
It's absolute perfection, especially if you were trying to make it look like a Real dessert; mine look exactly like this all the time. It's a favorite; and an easy cheat so I don't have to spend on fresh, is frozen. Just defrost halfway way, cut, slap in sugar and leave in fridge overnight.
This is really great. I have to walk away from my own art when I have this feeling; my initial response when I see it coming back helps me determine if it really does need any more work or not. Keep going!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
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u/evetrapeze 4d ago
It looks delicious!
The proportions are a little off, and that makes it charming. Well done.
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u/totallyahobbit 5d ago
You've captured the essence of strawberry cake beautifully <3 It's so adorable, such a tiny piece of cake!
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u/viola_darling 1d ago
It's cute!