Ventriloquist Dummy "Part Two"

I have finished fitting the jaw and made some small changes around the eyes. The next step was to create an eyetray. I had to grind out some space inside the head for a proper fit. As this figure will have both moving eyebrows, and blinking eyes, I had to make sure there will be enough room inside for all the controls to move freely. I still need to straighten out the eye level a bit, and next I will start on the eyelid brackets and wire hoops. The pieces of the puzzle are starting to come together. MontanaDan

New Ventriloquist Dummy Character

Here is a sneak peek of my newest character, JellyBean Jack.
I just started working on the final details of the sculpture, and I hope to be making a silicone mold and cast head soon. Keep an eye out for this new character in the comming months. MontanaDan

Custom Ventriloquist Dummy

I have started on a Custom Uncle Joe Ventriloquist Figure, and have decided to post the steps along the way.

Stage one is preparing the cast head. First the eyes, jaw, and back of the head are cut out. Then I cut off the eyebrows, and fitted them with brass rods.
Next, I sanded the area around the eyebrows and drilled holes for the brass rods. Then I fit the eyebrows on the head and checked the movement up and down.

The eyebrows were removed and the cast head was patched and sanded where the eyebrows were, and the eyes were reshaped and finished using Magic Sculpt.

The jaw piece was then sculpted to create a realistic mouth with tongue and teeth, and an eyescrew was placed in the back of the jaw for the spring to attach too.
Next I will use Magic Sculpt to close in the gaps around the sides of the mouth, and under the chin. Stay Tuned. MontanaDan

Ventriloquist Dummy

James The Butler is one of my most popular characters. Here is the newest James by special order. I do believe he has a Tuxcedo waiting for him. MontanaDan

Popular Ventriloquist Dummy

James The Butler has turned out to be a pretty popular little fellow. Here is another James The Butler Ventriloquist Figure that will be on his way to his new home in Washington tomorrow. Cya James! MontanaDan

Ventriloquist Dummy "Uncle Joe"

Here he is! Introducing Uncle Joe! The newest ventriloquist dummy character from MontanaDan. This figure features a new cast head with sculpted hair and eyebrows, moving mouth, and side to side moving eyes. He is quite a character, and loads of fun.

Ventriloquist Character Update

All in all, I think my newest character is turning out pretty well. Here are a few pictures so far. Keep in mind he still needs a final coat of paint, and the controls and headstick still need to be installed, but he is looking pretty good so far. MontanaDan

Making a Cast Head

Below are links to three videos on YouTube on how to create a silicone rubber mold, a plaster mother mold, and a rotational head cast for a Ventriloquist Dummy. Enjoy, MontanaDan

One Piece Silicone Rubber Head Mold Video

Plaster Mother Mold Video

Rotational One Piece Head Casting Video EZ FLO 120

Al Stevens

Al has just published a New Book on Ventriloquism and I have included a link to it below. Looks like Al won't be closing his Blog after all. Cool! Way to go Al.

AL Stevens

Ventriloquist Figure Headcast

I just finished the mold and cast of my new ventriloquist figure character. This one turned out quite nice. I think this guy will be a great addition to my line up. I ended up changing the hair and making it a bit shorter and closer to the head, I like it better. Check out the pictures, hope you enjoy them. MontanaDan

New Character

It is always fun to try to come up with something different. This character that I am working on is going to be just that, different. I am shooting for a somewhat Grumpy style of character, but with a hint of kindness hidden beneath the surface.
Here are a few pics of the clay sculpture I am working on. I am using the same hair and eyebrow style as with my Neutron Newton character, but have changed the face and aged him a bit. Stay Tuned, MontanaDan

Introducing "Neutron Newton"

Just finished today, my newest character Neutron Newton. This little guy is really fun to use, and has a friendly cartoonish look to him. I just ordered some more Easy Flow 120 from Smooth On, to make a few more heads. Welcome Neutron Newton to our Ventriloquist Dummy Cast Of Characters. MontanaDan