What to Wear for a Life Cast?

Photographs, even candid ones, are so passé…..Getting a three-dimensional replica of yourself is what makes things truly exhilarating. Indeed, the realism and detail of a life cast beats all other mediums hollow!

You can actually get a life cast of anything from your face, hand, torso, breasts or pregnant belly to the whole body in all its glory. And the process of getting a life cast made is equally exciting for sure.

However, it calls for a certain level of care and caution as well. Things can get quite messy when posing for a life cast despite the artist using plastic, towels, drop cloths and more. Spills are almost unavoidable. And you don’t want to get the petroleum jelly on your good clothes either.

Therefore, as the mold is taken directly from the body, people are always advised to wear old and washable clothes. Choose something that you wouldn’t mind getting ruined. The clothes should be comfortable as well.

 Moreover, if the body part that is being cast is usually covered, you should also avoid wearing anything tight-fitting over those areas even a few hours before getting the life cast. This is because the body mold is generally made on bare skin and even the slightest indentations can show up clearly in the alginate mold as well as the final cast. Think ring, watch, underwear, socks, waistband, belt and you will get the picture. For face casts, avoid wearing any makeup as well.

All life casting materials and supplies can be easily sourced from Artmolds.com.