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In ancient times, realistic three-dimensional imitations of the body of a deceased person were created to transport it to the other world. This venerable art from the land of Egypt is now practiced throughout the world.

However, one no longer has to be dead to get a life cast! Yes, realistic and perfectly detailed reproductions of the living, breathing human body are possible today. The 3D replica manages to capture every detail right down to the hair, skin texture, fingerprints, and even the pores.

This precious reflection can be captured from any part of the body and prints of the baby’s hands and feet are particularly popular. So are pregnant bellies, clasped hands, individual torsos, etc.

How is it done?

A life cast begins with making a body cast. In fact, this is a crucial step, and success depends as much on the skill of the artist as on the cooperation of the model. In fact, the model only intervenes at this stage and the artist will work on her behalf during the casting.

The life casting artist will carefully instruct the model and decide on a pose that needs to be held for a while. The artist will do everything possible to ensure that the model remains comfortable, secure and fixed.

The artist coats the body part with Vaseline or another release agent before smearing it with an alginate mixture. This alginate is a natural product that is derived from marine algae and is completely safe for the skin. Milder variations are also available that are gentle on baby’s skin. Alternatively, the artist may choose to make the body mold from skin-safe silicone rubber as well.

The mold-making material is carefully applied to the body. Special attention is needed when molding the face, as the mold must capture the precise shape, yet the material must not get into the eyes, mouth or nose. Alginate casts are secured with bandages to allow the plaster to retain its shape.

The mold will set in a matter of minutes and can be demolded by moving the face a little. now alginate molds must be cast quickly as the material tends to shrink and distort quickly. Plaster is generally the material of choice for making life casts. Resin life casts are also popular. It is even possible to make life casts in stone, metal or wood using cold casting powders.

The casting material is carefully poured into the body mold. Care is needed to avoid air bubbles which can easily mar the perfection of the living plaster. Once cured, alginate molds are usually broken open to reveal the living mold within. The model is then carefully finished (to correct any imperfections) and can also be painted or polished as required.

The final living cast is a spit replica and looks perfect in every way. It can be hung on a hanger or displayed on a marble or wooden base.

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