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FAQ
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These are questions
that I get asked all of the time.
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How long have you been doing balloons? |
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I have been twisting since 1991, but have only been creating
large sculptures since 2001. |
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How did you learn to twist balloons? |
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I taught myself how to twist balloons just by playing
with them and experimenting with techniques of how to
make different twists. |
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How do you get your ideas for your sculptures? |
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I basically think of unique items that I feel would be
neat to try and create. Customers also give me ideas of
what they want created. |
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Do you draw out plans for sculptures? |
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All of the sculptures I create are only conceptualized
in my head, and are never preplanned. This way I am not
tied down to a specific "look" of a model. |
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Why did you start balloon twisting? |
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I started balloon twisting for stress relief, and found
it soothing, so I continued it as fun hobby. |
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What kind of balloons do you use? |
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I usually use Qualatex 260q (2" x 60") balloons
to create all of my sculptures. I also use 5"/7"/9"
round balloons. Occasionally I also use geos and hearts. |
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Where do you get your balloons? |
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I get most of my balloons from a local clown shop/magic
store, but also online. |
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Q:
How long do the sculptures last? |
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There are many factors that contribute to the longevity
of a sculpture. The ideal condition for balloons is a
constant 65°F - 68°F. Balloons also oxidize(white haze)
when exposed to cigarette smoke, or constant touching.
When the ideal conditions are met a sculpture can last
2+ weeks. |
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How long do sculptures take to create? |
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The average time spent on most sculptures is between 2
- 3 hours and as long as 9 hours. |
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Q:
What is your favorite sculpture? |
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To date my favorite sculpture is the one titled "If
They Roamed Today!!!". This sculpture was created
for a competition for TJAM on the road out west. The rule
was anything you can get through the door. The sculpture
took 9 hours and 240 balloons to complete. |
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Q:
Why should I buy a sculpture? |
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A balloon sculpture is an organic creation that is
time limited. When you think about gifts that are organic
and time limited you think of flowers, a balloon sculpture
is better because it a conversation piece, and can be
customized to match the person receiving it. |
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Q:
Do you have a book or video? |
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I am currently writing a book that will teach how to create
animals out of multiple balloons. I later plan to write
a book on creating large sculptures. I am currently not
planning a video. |
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