Thor & Ironman (arm construction costume pg.8)

[MightyJohn]

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Thanks for the support, everyone!

It's been a billion degrees here for the last few days, so I haven't gone outside to sand. Instead I stayed in the nice A/C house and worked on the wings. I finished the base of the wings. They are made out of Sintra. I said I scaled the helmet to 500mm high, well it looks like the wings worked best when the helmet was scaled to 400mm high. I also change the peak of the helmet again. It looks much better.

I also changed the shape a little as you can see in the next photo. What's not shown is how I modified the upper arc of the wing but it was changed similar to the lower one.

It even fits...

 

[kapnkrunch]

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Awesome work!

Could you post a link of where to get the pep files for this? I've searched but to no avail

 

[MightyJohn]

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Awesome work!

Could you post a link of where to get the pep files for this? I've searched but to no avail

Thank you. Sorry I was on vacation last week.

Link to Dungbeetles homepage and Pepakura files:
db Peps - Dung0beetle's Papercraft -

 

[Judge Spartan]

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Very cool, keep up the good work.

 

[Hefnatron]

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Wow that's looking great. Nice sculpting on the front.

 

[kapnkrunch]

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Thank you. Sorry I was on vacation last week.

Link to Dungbeetles homepage and Pepakura files:
db Peps - Dung0beetle's Papercraft -

Thank you, and another question: Are you using a sanding mouse or something to get it so smooth?

 

[avianoguitarist]

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Wow--that's going to look really great--can't wait to see the final version!

 

[MightyJohn]

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Thanks everyone. I've been a little busy lately with summer activites, so I haven't gotten much done.

Thank you, and another question: Are you using a sanding mouse or something to get it so smooth?

Just 150 grit sand paper with light pressure...lots and lots of sanding. The primer takes care of the rest.
I also use a dremel and hobby files to shape the details.

 

[bobbyj408]

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Woot! I did get some Ironman stuff done this weekend...While I was waiting for the thor helmet to dry.



Thanks. A long way off thought.

First coat of smoothing. Gonna need 2 or 3 more layers. It's a fuzzy picture, but its just the first coat, anyway:lol.

Hi,

is this simply bondo that you plastered over the pepakura/fiber glass helmet? Im still new at this and i would love to know what you used to get it so smooth. Thanks!

 

[MightyJohn]

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is this simply bondo that you plastered over the pepakura/fiber glass helmet? Im still new at this and i would love to know what you used to get it so smooth. Thanks!

I use joint compound, not bondo. It's easier to work with, but not as strong.

Just 150 grit sand paper with light pressure...lots and lots of sanding. The primer takes care of the rest.
I also use a dremel and hobby files to shape the details.

Small update to show I'm still working on it.

 

[Noc]

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Nice work....I hope I make it to that level one day.

 

[indiefilmgeek]

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As always, I'm a huge fan of your attention to detail and amazingly smooth lines. :thumbsup

 

[MightyJohn]

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Thanks for the support! Here is a small update...

Slow progress because I've been working on a new (4) piece, 24" circumference Ironman Helmet (Sharkmark x 1.1). It's not done, but it's getting there...

 

[MightyJohn]

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Had some extra time today. I've got all the base details of the right side complete. Touch-up required on the lines, but it's getting close!

...and, if all goes right, Ironman Helmet will be ready for casting by this weekend.

 

[MightyJohn]

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I couldn't finish the Ironman Helmet this weekend. I still need to fix the connection from the dome to the lower section of the helmet. I will finish that during the week so I can have a fun weekend of molding.

 

[gunfighter77]

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I hope I'm ok with bring up an old post, but there doesn't seem to be any more updates from the OP. I just wanted to ask if anyone is familar with the technique used on the THOR helmet.
I read through the thread a couple of times, but there is no mention of what the layer of white stuff :confused that is being applied 3.5 times that allows it to be sculpted and smoothed to a polish finish? Is that regular plaster of paris?

Doh...FOund my answer in the thread....oopsie. Duh moment for my first post on this board

The questions now becomes...isn't joint compound a little fragile for this type of application?

 

[MightyJohn]

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The questions now becomes...isn't joint compound a little fragile for this type of application?

Fragile is a relative term when comparing superhero armor with paper and fiberglass:lol

It's joint compound, so it's as strong as drywall.
It's good enough for wearing, but not crime fighting.
It doesn't flake off by itself or fall/slide off the helmet. However, it can get gouged or chipped like the walls in your house. So, it's high maintanence if used on pieces that rub together.
If you prime every layer and finish paint with an enamel or acrylic paint it should be fine. The more Enamel/acrylic the stronger the piece.

I will be molding this helmet, so technically it's just a sculpture.

 

[gunfighter77]

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Thanks for the clarification MTJ.

I was hoping you'd say it would be quite durable contrary to what I know about the properties of joint compound. Since you'll be molding it, strength and durability is moot then. I initially posted cause it didn't look like joint compound. Are u using a pre-mix or a mix your own ration version.

thanks

 

[MightyJohn]

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I use the smallest size pre-mix tub. Although, if I wasn't so lazy, the powder would probably save some money since I can never get though it without the end drying up on me.

My Witch King helmet was smoothed with joint compound and I haven't had a problem. I made it 3 years ago and wear it whenever a costume is needed.

I couldn't wear it this halloween. Not because of the joint compound, but because the helmet itself cracked (Sintra) and I need to repair it. So, the compound out lasted the helmet.

 

[MightyJohn]

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Here are some photos of my new Ironman Helmet. I still need to mold the lower section of the dome...Once I get more funding.