The next step with the torso is to cover it with a slightly thinned down coat of a product called Sculpt-or-Coat purchased from
Foam Coatings, Clear coats, Primers, Saturated Paints, Scenic Brushes by Sculptural Arts Coating, Inc. I simply brushed this on. This really helps seal and protect the mache and keeps the DAS clay from drying out too quickly due to moisture loss.
These next few pics show the progression of adding the DAS clay on top of the sealed Celluclay, which is now rock hard. Think of this layer as her skin. I like to keep this layer around 3/8" thick and spread it on with my thumbs and the wooden tool and paintbrush. I also use plenty of water to keep things lubricated and to keep the tools from dragging too much.
Once this is dry, I like to add another brushed on coat of Sculpt-or-Coat to seal that clay. Next I'll start adding details like clavicle and tendons and upper breasts. Yes guys, she's gonna have hooters
....well kinda