Stop Motion Tutorial: Latex Puppet Making

A step-by-step guide for the creation of a stop motion puppet with a rubber latex head. Foam latex is generally the material of choice for a flexible stop-motion puppet, but some of us can't go and bake toxic chemicals in the kitchen stove. Rubber latex isn't as flexible, but it is an acceptable alternative. Armatures can be ordered from www.stopmotionstore.com Here is the list of tools and materials, excluding what is needed for the armature, eyes, and costume: Tools Sculpting tools Assorted brushes Hot glue gun Hair dryer Bowls Stir stick Fan Scissors Screw driver Materials Plastalina or Roma Clay Sculpey Floral tape Aluminum foil Rubbing Alcohol Hot glue Wood board Foam board Mold release Petroleum jelly Hydrocal plaster Water Rubber latex PaintAluminum armature wire Plumber's epoxy putty