How To Make a Prop Rattlesnake Using Dragon Skin™ Silicone

Step 4: Detail Painting and Finishing

A small amount of Psycho Paint® is mixed with the same brown, and a touch of black Silc Pig® added. This time very little solvent is added.

The pattern of the rattlesnake is 'mapped out' using the pigmented Psycho Paint® and an artists brush.

Several layers of black, brown and white pigmented Psycho Paint® create the details that bring the rattlenake to life!

The ability to achieve variations in color and opacity with silicone rubber and silicone paint, enables artists to achieve highly realistic effects.

The eyes on the rattlesnake were made from Crystal Clear® 202 and Cast Magic® powders.

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