Painted Styrofoam Frankenstein Head

by JOANN |

Item # 261934709P73
Intermediate Varies

SUPPLIES & TOOLS:

  • Styrofoam Frankenstein head
  • Paints: green, light green, dark green, yellow, black, white, silver
  • 1/4" Paintbrush
  • Small detailing brush
  • Natural sponge
  • Paint dish pallet for mixing paint
  • Water

DIRECTIONS:

    Note: Two coats of paint may be needed. Allow paint to dry thoroughly between coats. Refer to photo for color placement and layout.
  1. Paint face green. While the paint is still wet, using a small detail brush or sponge, blend a small amount of yellow, light and dark green onto cheeks, nose and chin to highlight.
  2. Use black to paint on “stitches" and inside the nostrils.
  3. Paint hair black.
  4. Paint eyes black with a white highlight.
  5. Paint the bolts on neck silver.
  6. Refer to photo and continue shading as desired.

Craft Hack Tips and Tricks:

  • A small handheld hair dryer can be used to dry the paint faster.
  • A small piece of natural sponge can be used to apply and blend paints together.

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