Tips on making realistic mannequin

[Uk125250]

Hi, sorry if this is not proper thread for this subject. I'm trying to making a motocross rider and bike display. I want the mannequin to look like the actual rider, not a mannequin thrown on a bike. How do you make the clothing lay properly on the form? How can you twist it like a human body can contort? I was thinking i could do the duct tape form with a person in the position the rider would be on the bike. Would this work? Would the form hold to that shape? I've found mannequin heads on eBay. Can they e modified to look more like the actual individual? This is a really cool site! Thanks for any suggestions and help.

 

[RoCKo]

You might look for mannequins in cycling positions, they could easily be transfered into motocross mannequins.
Cybercycle - Cycling Mannequins

Welcome to the RPF, I´m sure others will chime in to help you out!

 

[pandatrooper]

If youre thinking of a trick / stunt pose, you could do a duct tape mannequin then create a PVC pipe skeleton inside for structure. I use a skeleton in mine even though its just a standing pose.

HOWTO: Making a "duct tape" mannequin - First Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment