tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5587597895323727452024-02-20T13:24:37.404-05:00I am C3POMy C3PO costume build.GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-75080915236931978162013-07-09T23:06:00.000-04:002013-07-09T23:06:22.028-04:00ASK C-3PO!!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
If you've got a question, C-3PO may have an answer! (or he may ask Artoo for help...)<br />
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Ways to ask C-3PO questions...<br />
Follow the links below and post a question in the comments on his<br />
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/AskC3PO" target="_blank">Facebook</a><br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-65789558040510734822013-06-24T22:24:00.000-04:002013-06-25T00:36:36.956-04:00Stars Of Hope Charity Fundraiser 2013<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The last two Saturdays were spent trooping the "Stars of Hope" charity fundraiser at the Regal 16 movie theater in Pinellas Park, Florida. It was a really fun event. Here's a quick description of how the day went...<br />
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The video clips of the droids were shot by Magnum who, along with Savanah Keifer, also took many photos of the event (many included below.) Be sure to check out more coverage on his <a href="http://magnumarts.blogspot.com/2013/06/stars-of-hope-fundraiser.html" target="_blank">blog</a>! <a href="http://magnumarts.blogspot.com/2013/06/stars-of-hope-fundraiser.html">magnumarts.blogspot.com</a><br />
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<b>Also, I did a quick show-and-tell about my mannequin setup and how I pack Threepio into his transport container... Videos below.</b><br />
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The trash compactor!<br />
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Fun crew! <br />
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This is Brad and his Artoo.<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/gordontarpley/9132682162/" title="1026149_10201247867868078_486348180_o by gordontarpley, on Flickr"><img alt="1026149_10201247867868078_486348180_o" height="375" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5455/9132682162_18081a7ed2.jpg" width="500" /></a>
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Chase and Savanna Kiefer.<br />
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Coming in from the right is the hand of the extremely talented model builder, Randy Cooper.<br />
Randy had worked on LOTS of films you've probably seen including such flicks as Iron Man2 , Starship Troopers, Alien 3, A.I., Batman Returns and a slew of other awesome movies. Very stoked that he came over to say hello to Artoo and Threepio!<br />
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I'll post more photos as I come across them online. If I missed crediting you, let me know and I'll be more than happy to update.<br />Thank you!<br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-82489404307160699722013-06-04T02:27:00.001-04:002013-06-04T11:38:33.252-04:00Neck Template<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
My version of the neck and some templates if you want to make your own.<br />
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<b>T-Nuts-</b><br />
The movie suits used a similar configuration except with the use of 1/4-turn Dzus fasteners. I've purchased a few of these but I bought the wrong size. Ordering more soon and will post updates as to how they compare.<br />
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These are pushed through from the inside of the neck and glued into place.<br />
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Looks like this when done.<br />
This sticks out just far enough to grab onto the holes on tabs of the mask's face but don't interfere with the back of the helmet.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Printable Versions below.</span></b><br />
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<b>Full-Page 11x17 Version</b><br />
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Left<a href="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5323/8948548765_a564bc4c47_o.jpg" title="GT---C-3PO Neck Template V1---8.5x11-LEFT by gordontarpley, on Flickr"><img alt="GT---C-3PO Neck Template V1---8.5x11-LEFT" height="185" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5323/8948548765_4c01c7e421_m.jpg" width="240" /></a> Right
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These need to be printed at <b>100%</b><br />
I've added dimensions for anyone who wants to make one from scratch.<br />
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The various measurements may have to be customized to fit your specific needs...<br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-6632041147743217572013-05-24T17:26:00.001-04:002013-05-24T17:26:08.504-04:00Monster Clay Hand Sculpting<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
This goes with the previous post. Just a little bit on how I start my sculpts.<br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-77411193687589916632013-05-15T23:59:00.001-04:002013-05-16T00:34:14.038-04:00May the 4th and New Hands Update<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<b><span style="font-size: large;">New hands!</span></b><br />
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This video was done after 4 in the morning, grogginess is starting to show...<br />
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Hand casting tutorial using Algi-Safe Breeze liquid alginate by Smooth-On<br />
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<b>I'll add some photos of the hands and castings this week sometime....</b><br />
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<b>RA-7 UPDATE</b><br />
Also, a quick progress photo of my RA-7 (Death Start Droid) helmet sculpt. <br />
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I want to start molding this by mid June if possible.<br />
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btw, there's a quick video update at the end of the previous post. It's changes LOTS since then but if you didn't see it, here's the <a href="http://iamc3po.blogspot.com/2013/04/all-kinds-of-fun.html" target="_blank">link</a>.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>MAY THE 4th BE WITH YOU!!!!</b></span><br />
at Tampa Bay Times Forum, Storm Arena Football Game<br />
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Magnum, from the Tampa 501st got some good video from the event which is here...<br />
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After this I've been inspired to start yet another build... <br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-62380838328410830262013-04-24T02:09:00.001-04:002013-05-16T00:02:08.392-04:00All kinds of fun<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Keeping Threepio busy lately!<br />
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Threepio's visit to California in March finally paid off.<br />
<b>Star Wars Episode VII "Return of the Empire</b>" was finally posted on youtube! To see the video and learn more about my trip and the new droid Disney is adding... click <a href="http://iamc3po.blogspot.com/2013/03/back-from-california.html" target="_blank">HERE</a><br />
<a href="http://iamc3po.blogspot.com/2013/03/back-from-california.html" title="STAR WARS VII - RETURN OF THE EMPIRE by gordontarpley, on Flickr"><img alt="STAR WARS VII - RETURN OF THE EMPIRE" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8381/8676595823_be5ce699f8.jpg" /></a>
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<b>Celebration Exotic Car Festival </b><br />
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<b>Science Center of Pineallas County</b><br />
Threepio stopped by the Science Center of Pineallas County April 20, 2013 for Sci-fi and the sky.<br />
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Well, this was the last weekend at the Where Science Meets Imagination so, of course, Threepio couldn't miss it. I'm a bit bummed about it leaving the Orlando Science Center. It was a great place for Threepio to do appearances. It was consistent, full of actual Star Wars fans, (which is particularly fun for Threepio) and one block from my brother's house so I would get to see him while I was there. Bonus!<br />
The museum was kind enough to give us some of the staff shirts that were worn for Where Science Meets Imagination. They have one of the classic "A New Hope" poster designs on the front and the back is the "Where Science Meets Imagination" info. Pretty neat.<br />
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On the way there I ran into traffic and was late for a Star Wars themed marriage proposal. I was there early enough to see the setup for it but no way to get Threepio setup in time. :(<br />
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Today was the second day of the Tampa Bay Comic Con, which was extremely crowded this time. The amount of people was easily 10 times the amount of the last one I went to. They started turning people away. Stopped selling tickets, refunding money for for pre-sold tickets that didn't arrive before 1pm etc. The 501st guys made a spot for Threepio and two R2-D2s and kept the crowd from breaking the droids. There were many photos taken, I'll post here as I find them....<br />
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Going to MegaCon this weekend, packing parts up and figured I may as well talk about my tool kit.
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I had a blast working on this. On top of being Threepio, I ended up doing some last minute background and matte painting work for Jabba's palace and the interior of the Millenium Falcon.<br />The R2-D2 and Wall-E both belong to Micheal McMaster. He was great fun. Threepio's voice was done in post by the most excellent Chris Bartlett.<br /><br /><br />
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Just back from California, here's a little bit about my trip and some comments regarding the storage totes I purchased for the trip.<br />
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Here's some rambly video about the trip and some new neck/neck bolt mods I did just before leaving.<br />
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Quick video of the shooting location at Red Rock Canyon state park in California.<br />
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At the Chinese Theater in Hollywood, California<br />
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Standing in C-3PO's footprints in front of the famous Chinese Theater in Hollywood, California.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">First storage tote I purchased, the Stanley 37 in. Mobile Job Box</span></b><br />
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This box is really nice. The construction and materials are good and strong. The wheels and handle work great and the latches and lock are a nice touch. Plus, the whole suit can fit inside. Biggest problem is that it's WAY too big to get on the plane without paying a huge fee for over-size luggage.<br />
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This can be purchased at the link below.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">What I ended up using, the Centrex Plastics, LLC 2-Piece Plastic Rolling Cargo Trunk</span></b><br />
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The size of this box was just right, maybe even slight too snug BUT fit what I needed and I wasn't charged for an over-sized container when taking this on the plane.<br />
The construction wasn't horrible but it's not nearly as nice as the Stanley tool chest I initially purchased. The wheels and handle feel really cheap and the plastic shell doesn't have much structural reinforcement along the sides. Overall, it did the trick and I'll continue to use it but will remain on the lookout for something nicer.<br />
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This can be purchased at the link below.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">This is the storage bin I think I would like to own, the Stanley 24 Gal. Mobile Chest</span></b><br />
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This one has the perfect blend between the two. It has many of the same features and construction I liked on the 37" box has but a size closer to the 25 gallon box. I looked for one of these but couldn't find one before the trip.<br />
There is a store called Skycraft here in Florida that sells VERY good quality, used flight cases for around $50. If I can find one with similar dimensions, I'll pick one up, if not, I'll keep looking for this one.<br />
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This can be purchased at the link below.<br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-30326104681764176092013-03-06T22:11:00.001-05:002013-03-06T22:39:57.958-05:00Going to California! <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I meant to post this before I left but forgot. SO, here it is! New post to come in about 2 hours. ;)<br />
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In this vid I do a quick upgrade on my finger setup and a add gold squares to the palms of the hands using a really cheap method.<br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-71889296298903135262013-02-22T05:20:00.002-05:002013-03-06T22:41:16.847-05:00Threepio is trying to tell me something... <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Not quite there yet, but getting better.
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Microphone is slightly too close to my mouth. I think it got bumped something because it was better on my last test.<br />
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Accent is getting a little closer but I still speak WAY too fast. It FEELS like I'm speaking SO slowly but clearly I'm wrong.<br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-55254455441920947162013-01-28T02:54:00.000-05:002013-03-06T22:46:38.999-05:00Sandtrooper Ammo Pouches <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I guess I've just been in a Tatooine state of mind lately and have been putting a bit of time into my sandtrooper. Here's a little info on my new ammo pouches...<br />
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Link to TK1336's very-nice, leather ammo pouch templates
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-92030152356646119132013-01-22T03:19:00.003-05:002013-01-22T03:21:56.297-05:00January Updates! <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
So... Threepio is gold now. I meant to post this video about a week ago but forgot until I went to post a newer video... good job, me!<br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-71794169143447879842012-12-26T18:30:00.000-05:002012-12-26T18:43:58.482-05:00Star Wars / Christmas Story Leg Lamp<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Whoa! Been having some serious response due to this...
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I'll may make a few more. If anyone is interested follow my progress thread on the Replica Prop Forum...
<a href="http://www.therpf.com/f9/star-wars-christmas-story-crossover-leg-lamp-171297/" target="_blank">HERE</a></div>
GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-62398518289818221912012-11-21T00:53:00.000-05:002012-11-21T00:53:30.388-05:00Star Wars Miniland Grand Opening at Legoland Florida!!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
November 9th was the grand opening of Star Wars Miniland at Legoland Florida. The droid got to attend the opening ceremonies and had a great time. Here are some photos and video snippets from the event.
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Some clips I collected from various sources...<br />
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Getting suited up and ready to head out to the park....<br />
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Seann, my handler for the day, did an amazing job and I didn't drown and/or die. Always a good sign!<br />
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Artoo.... I'll be gold soon, don't worry.<br />
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The parade of mini-Vaders was pretty neat.<br />
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By the time the crowds got into the miniland area I had been in the suit for almost 3 hours Time to head back!<br />
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Waiting with some snow toopers before the area opened<br />
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Group photo<br />
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Jango!<br />
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Also, a few shots from Halloween, the trick-or-treaters were amazed. ;)
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-5919996140498447382012-10-22T13:30:00.004-04:002012-10-22T14:48:41.572-04:00Random Productivity<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Just another rambly update...<br />
Some metal experiments, new mask progress, new resin eye, etc, etc...
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">BACK!</span></b><br />
<b>This post: Orlando Science Center and a few updates...</b><br />
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Sorry for speaking so quietly. I made this video in the early hours of the morning and didn't want to wake the family.<br />
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A few photos from my first troop event at the OSC<br />
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Getting better at packing the droid with each event....<br />
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Everything fits into this box except the arms. (and my tool box of extra goodies)<br />
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I've been using one of my skateboards to roll the whole setup to and from the car. Works great. Eventually I'll get a proper folding cart...<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>New helmet progress update...</b></span><br />
These are two resin cast faces from my mold.<br />
Left is straight from the mold, untouched copy. <br />
As a test, the one on the right (also worn to the Orlando Science Center in the photos above) has the lip added, similar to the prequel trilogy helmets. I used exact measurements off of my other face to sculpt the ring. I like this part of the design and this mod will most likely make it into the GT Props kit along with neck tabs that match the newer style helmets.<br />
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Mated to the back of my Starbuckcylon fiberglass head. The opening slightly squeezes the face making it appear slightly narrower. This will be my temporary setup until I finish the new back half.<br />
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The existing rear half I'm working from is really beat-up...<br />
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...but has some great detail that even the later screen-used helmets lack. This makes me believe it was cast from a fairly early version of the helmet, ESB or ANH...<br />
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Head was silvered (new version on the right)
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The Zorg eyes (used in the photo above) are slightly too small in diameter (notice the slight gap) and about %30 deeper than the actual eye sockets in the mask. I trust that the mask is screen accurate, new, custom eyes have been 3d modeled and printed<br />
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They almost perfectly match the screen used eyes in the photos below..<br />
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Compare this to the shape of the Zorg sized eyes and there's a big difference in depth.<br />
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The size is PERFECT for the new helmet...
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Molds of the new eyes are being made now to go along with the kit....
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First half of the silicone is curing as I type this....
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-9067776442617543562012-09-20T03:00:00.002-04:002012-10-04T10:21:23.843-04:00 Golden Examples<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Since my suit is already all silver, I'll be using the ink tinting method. I've figured out a good way to get the shine back after making this vid.<br />
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If I were to start from scratch, I would do the Alclad blend of gold I used on the back of the shorts. Eventually, I'll redo my parts this way.<br />
It's not quite as durable as the ink tinting method (still pretty good though) when it comes to general handling but very easy to touch-up when needed plus very easy to keep a consistent color and look. The durability of the alclad increases by a huge amount when some time is put into the buffing stages.<br />
I'm experimenting heating the area slightly using a heat gun along with buffing with very good results.<br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-13010631975079223802012-09-06T18:28:00.001-04:002012-09-06T18:28:46.397-04:00R2-D2, it is you!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Quickie update. The metal tutorials are still in progress a few more days to go before the next installment so until then....
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OK, finally started the metal tutorial!!!<br />
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It's going to be a multi-part process and I'll be keeping all the parts here.<br />
Once it's done, I'll edit out all the excess rambling, amend anything I missed and combine the videos into one long vid.<br />
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Ready to get started?!<br />
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<b>NOTE! </b><i>before starting, if you plan on doing gold, I'll be showing a few other techniques not recorded yet. One of the techniques may require one of these earlier steps to be altered... I'll be sure to make a note as soon as I figure it out.</i><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">PART 1</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">PART 2</span></b><br />
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GordonTarpleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04154503679791915571noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558759789532372745.post-24869481071685442442012-08-28T12:46:00.000-04:002012-08-28T12:53:26.590-04:00HAD A BLAST AT CVI!!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Back from Star Wars Celebration VI,<br />
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LONG video update.<br />
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The looks on kids faces were amazing.<br />
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Ran into a few friends...<br />
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Was lucky enough to tag along with TK409's C-3PO for a little bit. He is a master. Quite the learning experience.<br />
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It's really tricky to get the whole suit assembled, especially with no practice.
Had an awesome crew to help me on my first outing and my wife did an amazing job the next day.
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Now that I'm back, time to get prepped for the gold! <br />
I wiped some of the weathering off of the chest, chrome still looks like new!<br />
Sorry for the loud hum. The computers in here have loud fans.<br />
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I started recording some clips a few days ago. Lots going on. I'll get caught up soon!
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