30. Design Considerations Plan out your design How will your character stand? Support? Weight (Light Upper body, Heavy Base) Durability (Can it be replaced? Repaired?) Will it stay in place? Tie-Down (Magnetic or Screw in)
46. Do’s & Don’ts What you should do Be patient Experiment and try different materials Document what works and what not Find references and tutorials Try to foresee problems that may occur during production
47. Do’s & Don’ts Don’t Rush through without planning ahead (problems will arise later) Leave it to last minute without trying different materials (what works?) Wires cut through plasticine like butter. Find ways to ensure it has grip
49. Safety Keep an eye out for Safety labels and hazards on packaging Operating machinery and tools (Wear goggles) Always cut facing away from you Wear gloves when handling expoxy putty Do not breath fumes/particles (latex, etc)