Tokyorose Take 2. Custom Closed Mouth. Sculpt Complete.
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TokyoRose
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Hey Guys,
I haven't had any free time during the last month to dedicate to my sculpt so I don't have much to show. I'm hoping to get him finished soon though because I'll be moving in the next couple months and want to check this off my list first.
Anywho; I completed the texture on the top of the crest and back of the head. I've also done some skin textures and veining on the neck, even though I'm sure it will get covered with a Neck Ring. I've also done some Pores and skin texture on the brow and mandibles but this camera and my dimly lit basement don't do much to get them across. Really the only thing left is to finish the inside and underside of the mouth, the bridge of the nose area, clean up the lower mandibles and that should be about it. Then I'll get some pictures in better lighting with a decent camera and try not to botch the whole thing up during the molding process.
Just wanted to Check in and let everyone know the project is still alive.Thanks for looking.
I haven't had any free time during the last month to dedicate to my sculpt so I don't have much to show. I'm hoping to get him finished soon though because I'll be moving in the next couple months and want to check this off my list first.
Anywho; I completed the texture on the top of the crest and back of the head. I've also done some skin textures and veining on the neck, even though I'm sure it will get covered with a Neck Ring. I've also done some Pores and skin texture on the brow and mandibles but this camera and my dimly lit basement don't do much to get them across. Really the only thing left is to finish the inside and underside of the mouth, the bridge of the nose area, clean up the lower mandibles and that should be about it. Then I'll get some pictures in better lighting with a decent camera and try not to botch the whole thing up during the molding process.
Just wanted to Check in and let everyone know the project is still alive.Thanks for looking.
LunchboxAz
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Wow It keeps looking better and better! Any chance youll cast some copies for sale :nudge nudge:
TokyoRose
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Hey, thanks a lot man.
That's not my main goal, but I'm definitely planning on casting up a few extras if all goes well.
I'm also going to sculpt a second set of lower mandibles that have more of a Toothy, P2 look to them. That way the mask can be offered up in different varieties.
I've got some Dreads in the works as well, but that's taking a back seat at the moment.
I appreciate the vote of confidence and I'll be sure to make note when and if I get some up for sale.
Cheers.
That's not my main goal, but I'm definitely planning on casting up a few extras if all goes well.
I'm also going to sculpt a second set of lower mandibles that have more of a Toothy, P2 look to them. That way the mask can be offered up in different varieties.
I've got some Dreads in the works as well, but that's taking a back seat at the moment.
I appreciate the vote of confidence and I'll be sure to make note when and if I get some up for sale.
Cheers.
Dark Creations
New Member
The sculpt is looking excellent! Looking forward to seeing the first pull.
Great work man.
Great work man.
TokyoRose
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Hey, thanks a lot Dark Creations! I appreciate the kind words.
And Hunted, I know... I know. I've been slacking but have some huge changes coming up in the real world. It's going to be an exciting New Year. I'm loving your new sculpt buddy. I'm slow as molasses, so you'll probably have it done, painted and be onto the next one by the time I get my ass in gear.
I'll race you!! As always though, your support means a lot man. Thanks!
And Hunted, I know... I know. I've been slacking but have some huge changes coming up in the real world. It's going to be an exciting New Year. I'm loving your new sculpt buddy. I'm slow as molasses, so you'll probably have it done, painted and be onto the next one by the time I get my ass in gear.
I'll race you!! As always though, your support means a lot man. Thanks!
LunchboxAz
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YEA! toothy is better (IMHO lol)
TokyoRose
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Thanks a lot guys.
I'm really not a huge fan of the toothier looks, but to each their own. That's why I figured I'd throw that option out there as well. Roughed the new mandibles out last night. I'll clean them up when I get home and get some pictures up soon,
Hunted- It's on like Donkey Kong!
I'm really not a huge fan of the toothier looks, but to each their own. That's why I figured I'd throw that option out there as well. Roughed the new mandibles out last night. I'll clean them up when I get home and get some pictures up soon,
Hunted- It's on like Donkey Kong!
TokyoRose
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Sculpt is officially Finished and Sealed with Crystal Clear.
I'm building supports for the mold walls right now and if all goes well, I'll get this sucker under UltraCal tomorrow evening. Cross your fingers for me!!
Here's the final 360. I didn't get around to taking pictures of the new lower mandibles, but I'll take some before I start molding. I also couldn't get my hands on a better camera but I did get some shots out in the sunlight which help showcase the details and textures a bit better.
I'm building supports for the mold walls right now and if all goes well, I'll get this sucker under UltraCal tomorrow evening. Cross your fingers for me!!
Here's the final 360. I didn't get around to taking pictures of the new lower mandibles, but I'll take some before I start molding. I also couldn't get my hands on a better camera but I did get some shots out in the sunlight which help showcase the details and textures a bit better.
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MasterAnubis
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Looking really good!
You'll probably have a harder time demolding if you have it a block of ice like that outside.
You'll probably have a harder time demolding if you have it a block of ice like that outside.
TokyoRose
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Haha, I'm a true Canadian and spent most of the day outside in Shorts and a T-Shirt. It was a gorgeous day, we've been having incredible weather lately. Hopefully it stays that way, Predators don't like the cold and I can't afford to go snowboarding! The remainder of the project will be done in a garage though.
Thanks a lot though buddy. I'm getting anxious and excited. This will be my first time molding something of this size and I'd prefer not to f*#$ it up.
Thanks a lot though buddy. I'm getting anxious and excited. This will be my first time molding something of this size and I'd prefer not to f*#$ it up.
TokyoRose
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So, I had everything laid out neat and tidy- mold wall supports in place, water clay for mold walls, UltraCal, burlap, mixing buckets and all the other fixins in place so that I could start molding as soon as work let out today. But plans changed slightly...
A Coworker who has been following my build asked today, if he could commission a Resin Copy of my sculpt. So after discussing how the process works and the materials and costs necessary, he's still interested in possibly covering the costs for the mold and resin in return for a painted casting. As I'm doing this mainly for experience, it could be too good of a deal to pass up.
I've got to come up with an accurate estimate of costs before we go ahead with the whole thing. So while I'm not getting my hopes up too high, I am pretty exited at the possibility.
I just wanted to share this mini turn of events and I'll be sure to let everyone know what comes of it. If it all falls through, UltraCal molding will resume ASAP.
A Coworker who has been following my build asked today, if he could commission a Resin Copy of my sculpt. So after discussing how the process works and the materials and costs necessary, he's still interested in possibly covering the costs for the mold and resin in return for a painted casting. As I'm doing this mainly for experience, it could be too good of a deal to pass up.
I've got to come up with an accurate estimate of costs before we go ahead with the whole thing. So while I'm not getting my hopes up too high, I am pretty exited at the possibility.
I just wanted to share this mini turn of events and I'll be sure to let everyone know what comes of it. If it all falls through, UltraCal molding will resume ASAP.
TokyoRose
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Still waiting on a few things, but aiming to order materials this week in regards to the Resin Castings.
In the mean time, I've whipped up some Quills. Pretty happy with how they've turned out. Just need to stream line the process a little but I plan on making a whole butt load more.
I have a few extras up for sale here:
http://www.thehunterslair.com/topic/27271-quills/
Just trying to keep myself entertained while I get the molding thing sorted out. Luckily though, it's led to finding an amazing new distributor with tons of fun new products for me to get my hands on.
In the mean time, I've whipped up some Quills. Pretty happy with how they've turned out. Just need to stream line the process a little but I plan on making a whole butt load more.
I have a few extras up for sale here:
http://www.thehunterslair.com/topic/27271-quills/
Just trying to keep myself entertained while I get the molding thing sorted out. Luckily though, it's led to finding an amazing new distributor with tons of fun new products for me to get my hands on.
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