Dinosaur Skull for less than $10 - Bringing a Dream to Life

I made a scale Allosaurus skull from scratch using cheap supplies from the hardware store and I'm attempting to show you the process. While this isn't the first upload to the channel, it was the project that inspired me to create one and I'm excited to finally show you the end result. I struggled with many aspects of the actual creation of the project, learning to edit a video, and learning audio. I have a ton of improvements I want to make for the next upload and I appreciate your feedback.

Here's the skull I actually used (I think the inaccuracy I mentioned is partially user error on my part after further review):

Here is another model that does seem a bit cleaner and has teeth:

[probablyaxenomorph]

All the materials were less than $10, but the real cost was this guy's sanity 😅

Seriously though, amazing work!

[hellboy]

I'm not a paleontologist...but I'm a professional sculptor and I can say that you have done a great job. Also that the problems you have had are an absolutely normal part of the profession. Each project is totally different. Congratulations and cordial greetings from Spain.

[evahxh]

"dont let the perfect be the enemy of the good" life changing quote right there
this turned out incredible! definitely considering doing this now :)

[dshbwlto]

This is unironically one of the best foam prop tutorials on the platform. Great job!
Also this process can definitely be used to make a whole skeleton... ideas

[nozyspy]

A few tips which I hope are helpful:

You can use Gorilla glue to stick the foam together. I have used that for making wargames terrain with foam (at least the stuff you stick in the caulk gun), it has a super strong bond.

You can also water down the wall filler, or at least I know you can do this with a product like Polyfilla. You could also try using a product like Sculptamold, which is plaster powder mixed with paper fibers.

14:06 You could try mixing paint with matte Modpodge and brushing it on, again another terrain making trick. That provides a hard surface which protects the foam underneath if you want to spray it afterwards!

Also this is awesome and would love to try making one myself!

[Kodiak-pndm]

This popped into my feed randomly, and I'm subscribing! I love your voice // voiceovers and the way you take all the downsides in stride, a true "trust the process"

[technoviking]

I absolutely love this video. It’s so inspiring to see a total amateur doing something like this and actually showing how painful and complicated things can get but still just keep doing and learning and eventually achieving something amazing 😍

[BenjamintheTortoise]

I don't know how I found your channel, but I'm so very glad I did! 😊 I've just watched each of your videos and I loved them all. Great projects, great videos.... And I love your honesty and humor. Keep posting! I'm happy to be a new subscriber. Cheers and love ❤️

[piinjja]

I really should thank the Youtube algorithm for bestowing upon me this great channel haha 😆

I saw the cat counter video you made and enjoyed it so much I clicked on your channel to see more, and I was honestly so surprised when there was only three videos! I was convinced that you would have a channel full of great videos like that one. I really like the easy going feel of your videos, the subtle humor and the fact that you really show the trial and error process that goes into making this stuff.

I really hope to see more of your videos in the future!

[BillyBob-smku]

Underrated work! Keep up the work man!

[ElMoppo]

I like how the topcoat actually added to the weathered effect by melting the foam.

[mistingwolf]

Honestly? I would pay you to make a utahraptor skull for me. I don't have the time to be crafty like this. Your allosaurus skull came out amazing!

[Pufferfish-]

That's pretty impressive even compared to museum quality replicas. It would be cool to see a lower jaw or a fully articulated skeleton! Great video though! I look forward to seeing what comes next

[CIONAODMcGRATH]

I really LOVE the use of an existing 3D file without a printer and the fact that it works for larger 3D objects is actually a bonus. Great project with a hack that I will use on puppet builds for sure. Thanks!

[rickredmanwallart]

Love this - mostly because this clearly makes you happy and you managed to put in the hours to complete it. We should all prioritise this sort of productivity. Looks so good as well.

[KitsuneShika]

You're amazing!! I'm so glad you started filming this, it was an absolute joy to watch. Thank you!

[niaasbill]

man this was awesome! can't believe its your first big video, the editing felt so natural. hope to see more vids from you!!

[sabaqumurasaki]

It’s been such a long time since the last time I just sat down and watched a video, start to finish focused on only doing that. I take that as an indicator that I really like watching you do whatever you do. So please keep doing stuff!

[scoooooooooooooooooooooot]

Your video was so good I created an account on YouTube to let you know. I found it very wholesome to watch someone work on something they are passionate it about. Looking forward to more videos!

[fifis]

What a painful process but good on you for persevering because the final product looks amazing! Well done!!