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Containers
Kit Matrix
Custom & Shell
Slip & Slide
Dip & Dunk
Reverse Flow
AirPaths & Liners

Chapter 1: The Matrix
Selecting and/or Creating Lifecasting Containers.

Using The Custom Matrix:
To carry the above arrangement one step further, it is also ideal for making 2-part molds (See Chapter 3) for LifeCasting™ inanimate objects. The fact that solid ArtForm™ does not stick to additional amounts of fluid ArtForm™ makes these quick and easy. Earthium™ (f/x) can be made to stick to itself or not, at your discretion so it will also work with this set-up.
1. First seal off half of one end of the matrix with tape and fill that half with liquid ArtForm™ or Earthium(f/x)™ as shown below.
2. MISSING COPY
3. Cut some gouges into the surrounding surface of the solid mold at least 1/4" away from the object to form the "female" portion of notches to align the mold halves later. These are also called "registration bubbles".
AA life cast reuse 24. Close the "clamshell" and seal it with more tape. Stand the assembly upright and pour the second half of the mold in a vertical position. The liquid will surround the object and flow into the registration notches, forming the "male" portion. Wait for this half of the mold to set.
5. Remove the tape and gently pull the two halves apart. You may have to use a straw to blow air around the object to release the suction. Take the object from the mold.
6. Re-align the halves by fitting the male protrusion into the female intrusion so they are in registration. Tape shut again and pour the casting. There will be some touch up along the parting seam required on the finished piece.

The Shell Matrix:
Shell Matrix: Is another way to create your own matrix. They are formed after using a paste application of the mold medium, ArtForm™ or Earthium(f/x)™ at a thick ratio (ie; 1:1).
The mold sets and is then covered with a thin shell of ArtCast™ cement alone, reinforced by hemp fibers or burlap or plaster bandages alone.
This shell can be salvaged for reuse after the first LifeCast™ is poured.
This is described in more detail in Chapter 3 with a specific example for doing this on faces in Chapter 5.
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