From there, I started adding clay to this form. I first wanted to focus on getting the body of the handle to feel comfortable and forms to the shape of a hand. I created a dip inwards where the thumb would go to create a resting spot for it. It could also acts as a spot for the a button if the umbrella were to be one of the automatic ones. Using the potters needle, I outlined this part to create a more manufactured look. The handle would also have a curvature to it that would allow the palm of the hand to fit comfortably.