2 - 3 coats of papier mache painstakingly applied (about 15 hours).

Applying the papier mache

3 additional coats of PVA (white glue) and carpenters glue for additional strength are hand brushed allowing 24 hours drying time inbetween coats.

Additional coating with PVA

2 coats of Gesso, a chalk like primer coat are brushed on.

Applying the Gesso

Finally, the really fun part - painting. Appoximately 30 hours of acrylic painting went into this piece.

Painting the Killer Chicken

Painting the Killer Chicken