Vigardt Wire Figure Armature Demo 1

This is a video demonstration of how to make a simple wire armature for a mixed media figure sculpture. I’m using bailing wire, which can be found at a local hardware store, i.e. Lowe’s or . Students will be utilizing their knowledge of proportion of the human body, along with basic wire working techniques. If the bailing wire is too difficult to manipulate, an 18 gauge wire may be easier to use. I have also seen a similar armature made from pipe cleaners, which may be good for elementary age childre