Tt Andy Posted September 26, 2016 Report Share Posted September 26, 2016 RE Spartan and Fixeddoll 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted October 28, 2016 Report Share Posted October 28, 2016 Lets get this build log started off. My name is Jon Hansz. Alot of people know me as PennyWise. First off, I'd like to give a huge thanks to all the sponsors. Without you, none of this would be possible. All the hardware has arrived and I've started working on the design. There is so much awesome here. Spinalfailed 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted October 28, 2016 Report Share Posted October 28, 2016 I have been wanting to do a dragon build for the longest time. So, I have decided to go with a blue and white Ice Dragon build. I'm going to start by sculpting out the basic size and shape of the body, head, and tail of the dragon with clay. After completeing that, I will be vacuum forming the clay shapes. This keeps the sculpture light and durable. When the basic shapes are done, I can start adding other peices to them before I begin sculpting. I am also tossing around some other designs for the rest of the case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maciel Barreto Posted October 29, 2016 Report Share Posted October 29, 2016 Very interesting, a dragon, congratulations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted October 31, 2016 Report Share Posted October 31, 2016 At this point, I am just sculpting the general base shape of the dragon. These pieces will be vacuum formed tonight. The clay needs to be made to were I can pull it out of the vacuum form. This is why I keep it to a basic shape. I do this to make the sculpture lighter and more durable. It also uses less Magic Sculpt, which is a little spendy. The next process is to get the outside of the case to a point that I can rivet the vacuum formed pieces to the outside. There are alot of things that need to be done in order to work with the theme. I will then build off of these pieces to create the dragon. The face will have a few more layers of polystyrene on it to help build it out. Then I can begin adding more body parts and sculpting in the details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maciel Barreto Posted November 2, 2016 Report Share Posted November 2, 2016 I am following, will be very good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted November 2, 2016 Report Share Posted November 2, 2016 I built a DIY vacuum former to use for projects like this. Basically its built out of plywood, 2x4s and construction caulking (to make it air tight). First, I had to bake the clay in the oven. Other wise it would stick to the plastic when I vacuum form it. I use my shop vac to suck all the air out. The plastic is cut into squares the size of the wood frame that I made (The exact size of the oven in my kitchen. I usually vacuum form 2 of each part, that way if somthing goes wrong, I have a backup. After the pieces have cooled, I cut out the form that I am going to use and then stick it to the case with tape. This helps get the right orientation, and will give you a good idea where you want to go from there. I got the pieces places were I want them, and I will start riveting the body onto the side panel. I'm holding back on the front and top panel. I have decided to use a different design on these to more match the theme. I will try to get some more work done and posted by friday. I will be at PDXLan all weekend, so there wont be much being accomplished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 After getting everything placed were I wanted, I finished riveting it to the case. The face is going to have to have multiple layers, so I started sculpting the parts that will get covered up. When this drys, I will be able to do some sanding then move to the next layer. While everything sets up on the face, I began work on the body. I started by sculpting some arms and legs with clay, then proceeded to vacuum for them. After riveting the legs to the body, I started sculpting the connections between the body and the legs. I sculpted out muscles and bones, then layed scaled skin over the top. I am still working on where the wings are going and how I will durably attach them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted November 17, 2016 Report Share Posted November 17, 2016 I cut out a basic wing pattern to get a good look at were I was going and how much skin I would have to put on before attaching the wings. The skin was a little harder to get such a large area, so I had to break it up into pieces and put it together. When I get to sanding, I should be able to blend it in nicely. Finaly I can attach the wings to see were I want to go with the rest of it. I decided to use a second piece of polystyrene under the wing pattern, so I glued it on. This along with the Magic Sculpt will be plenty strong. Goal for this weekend is to finish the body, tail, and most of the head. I would love to be at the point I can start sanding and preping for paint next weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted November 18, 2016 Report Share Posted November 18, 2016 Most of the skin on the body is complete, I still have alot of sanding to do. Thought I would take a break and show you guys how things are coming along. I got that feeling it's gonna be a late night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted November 18, 2016 Report Share Posted November 18, 2016 Just a quick update, spines have been added to the back. The hand will need a couple more layers and a bit of sanding. Alot of sanding in store for me this week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted November 19, 2016 Report Share Posted November 19, 2016 I sanded down the face and added some more spikes. Now I just need to let this set up a little, then I can add the rest and begin sculpting the face. Ohh, and here's a look at the panel on the case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted November 19, 2016 Report Share Posted November 19, 2016 The face is going slower than I thought. I have a bunch more detail to sculpt. Then I got a ton more sanding to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted November 21, 2016 Report Share Posted November 21, 2016 Ok, so I made some head way on the face today, but the only thing I need to figure out is if i have time to put some glowing blue eyes in. I'm just not sure I will have time for it. What do you guys think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZenModz Posted November 21, 2016 Report Share Posted November 21, 2016 Look good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted November 22, 2016 Report Share Posted November 22, 2016 Ok, from all my build logs, everyone wants glowing eyes. I still have to wire them up with leds, but this is it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jos214demi Posted November 23, 2016 Report Share Posted November 23, 2016 Wow!!! That Dragon's head really looks amazing! this will be an epic 3D mod! I love it! <3 Good luck Jon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HEGGA Posted November 23, 2016 Report Share Posted November 23, 2016 Cannot wait to see how it will look like in the end! Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisivins101 Posted November 24, 2016 Report Share Posted November 24, 2016 Looking fantastic, what colors are you thinking if you haven't already discussed it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cucmag Posted November 24, 2016 Report Share Posted November 24, 2016 well done I like the structure of the skin !The paint should amplify the contrast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LesKa Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 Nice! You have my vote! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Hansz Posted November 27, 2016 Report Share Posted November 27, 2016 Thanks for all the awesome feedback guys. Haven't had very much time this week to post up pictures, but I am just about ready for primer. I added the left hand ripping through the front of the case. The claws will be sitting on top the TT logo. I have also built a top and wove some polystyrene. I will be painting this to look more like woven leather. The tail is sculpted on top and I have added skin and spines. I sanded the tail and the body. The head still needs more sanding, but I should be ready for primer, hopefully tomorrow. There is still a little more sanding that I need to do on the tail as well. Fixeddoll 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OcD_iT Posted November 27, 2016 Report Share Posted November 27, 2016 Great work on the skin. I like how you left the skin a little loose on the body just like on a real lizard. It gives it a nice realistic look. I cant wait to see it finnished. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filip Posted November 30, 2016 Report Share Posted November 30, 2016 well done good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OcD_iT Posted November 30, 2016 Report Share Posted November 30, 2016 Did you get the dragon painted yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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