Burns

In this practical, we practised creating burns, using Gelatine. Gelatine can be bought in various forms, we practised with Block Gelatine from Kryolan, Gelglyk in a bottle form, and Food Gelatine by Dr.Oetker. You can decide how fresh the burn is, whether it be weeping, old, new, or shiny.

This is a burn created by my tutor on my arm. 

Kit: 

Gelatine

Microwave

Palette Knife

Supra Colours

Powder

Small Brush

Glycerine

Pus

Health and Safety - Do a heat test before applying to the client.

1. Heat the Gelatine. I used Block Gelatine, testing every 10 seconds.

2. Using a palette knife, spread over the area of the skin that will be burnt. It is crucial to blend it out on the outside, or you will get harsh lines. 

3. Pat the Gelatine using the palette knife. This will grab the Gelatine, and pull it up creating lumps, which is the burn effect. 

4. Dry with a hairdryer. 

5. Powder the burn,

6. Start applying the supra colour, using the depth you already have with the Gelatine. Use the supra colours to enhance this, making the burn seem deep. 

7. Fake blood, Pus and Glycerine can now be added to create a weeping blistered burn. 

I am really happy with the outcome of this practical. I need to work on the hard lines on the right side of the burn, but apart from the blending I really enjoyed this and am pleased.