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MemberOvomorph02/6/2012I should start by saying this is a new thread requested by some of you so you can track my progress on a costume I'm making (of an SJ) for possible inclusion in Megacon 2012 in Orlando, Florida in 2 weeks.
I'll post pics and descriptions as I go (or have gone), since I've been working on this thing part-time for the last week. My full-time job is teaching video and audio production (with a side of art direction) in Central Florida.
My media of choice to create my sculptures (seen elsewhere) and costumes is: chicken wire (basic structure), paper covered with masking tape (for general sculpted sections/shapes), and twisted masking tape (for detail), covered with more masking tape for a skin.
I'll cover everything with either liquid latex (for pliability with costumes), or resin (usually for sculptures).
Check back from time to time if you'd like to see my progress. Hope you enjoy!
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MemberOvomorph02/6/2012Lol Jeffomorph! Ridley can hire me any time he feels like having a little more chicken-wire around the set!
I'm probably way off in the design. I know the Prometheus SJ's are a lot more streamlined (according to the "statues" seen behind Shaw in that pic.) I just liked the original idea of a big, mysterious elephantine head and torso melting into a chair, rather than a "suit of (tight fitting) biomechanical [quote][/quote]armor" wearing army boots.
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MemberOvomorph02/6/2012@Engineer Prototype: Thanks! I started using this method mostly out of bugetary concerns. (I've probably spent less than $40 on supplies for this costume so far.) But through the years, I've really grown to love just how detailed you can get with it.
Engineer Prototype - Model GAJ84
MemberOvomorph02/6/2012I like your thinking Db. I wouldn't even say your way off the design, Who is to say all Space Jockeys/engineers are the same? Your thinking fits nicely with the "used future" style. We all know the suits are bio-mechanical so whats to say that after it being worn by the user for a long period of time could make the suit change or morph with who or what is inside?
Dewey70
MemberOvomorph02/6/2012That is some seriously impressive work. Thanks for the step-by-step, I'd like to get into sculpting, myself.
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MemberOvomorph02/6/2012@Dewey70: Thanks. Just start with some paper and a good (sticky) masking tape. Make something small and work up from there. Facehuggers are a great way to begin. And when you're done, you have something light weight and wearable. Don't be scared to rip it apart and start over... it's just paper and tape!
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MemberOvomorph02/6/2012FYI: At this point, I'm about 30 hrs. (4-5 hrs. per day) into the project...
F--- it - lets go for it!
MemberOvomorph02/6/2012that is incredibly similar to original in texture and tone, and slightly waxy looking...
some fantastic work here.
im always in awe of people with real talents and skill that are of benefit in the real physical world!!!
Chris
AdminEngineer02/6/2012Really fantastic work [b]Db[/b], keep up the great work!
If you get the piece finished and upload a wide shot of the whole thing, I'd love to make a mention of this on the front page Prometheus news column.
Predator: Badlands - coming November 7th, 2025
Gehirn
MemberOvomorph02/6/2012Hey, great work! Alas, creativity doesn't run in my genepool. I'm forever envious of those who have it.
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MemberOvomorph02/6/2012@F-it: I realized after I got a handle on the design, that by using the masking tape, I was closely mimicking the "look" of the original. Hopefully with some shades of tan and brown air-brushing it'll look pretty close.
@BH: Thanks for the support. I would consider it an honor for the costume to be mentioned.
@ Gehirn: Thank you, I consider myself fortunate to be listed among the creative types in this forum. It certainly houses some of the best artists and writers I've ever seen. It also has some of the best "thinkers" too... And that's where it all really begins.
shambs
MemberOvomorph02/7/2012@Db nice collection paleontological and very nice suit, Is really great
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MemberOvomorph02/8/2012Be sure to check out all the great member/staff art in an earlier thread entitled:
The Giger Project. You guys rock!
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