making molds & casting question

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Hi there - I have done some research online, and have some very good ideas, but I wanted to ask you all so that I might have the chance to actually converse with an expert...

I want to make a mold of a stalk of asparagus then cast the asparagus in plaster or plastic or whatever will work best. (I'm going to try and paint it to look real.)

What are the best materials for this and how should I actually go about it.

Thanks!!



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