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Post by BrolyLSSJ01 on Aug 5, 2015 13:58:39 GMT -6
I'm planning on buying two normal Gokus, then customizing one of them to resemble the SDCC 2011 SS Goku. Any tips for making one? I'm gonna use a Datong SS Goku head, since it has shading. I just need to know what shade of purple to use for the wristbands and belt really.  |
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Post by littlegreen on Aug 5, 2015 14:17:52 GMT -6
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Post by cleve5sp on Aug 5, 2015 20:24:48 GMT -6
BrolyLSSJ01 I used Model Master Napoleonic Violet (Acrylic) for the wrist bands and belt and it turned out pretty good. Be sure to seal it in some kind of matte medium so it's not too glossy. Here's a pic of mine: Attachment DeletedAlso, I used the SSJ Goku as the base (yellow Gi) and painted him with Model Master International Orange (Acrylic) which seemed to match the SDCC version pretty good (the normal Goku should be pretty good tho). The hair was actually the toughest part. I used a VERY thinned down orange acrylic (multiple thin layers) to get the gradient effect. Good luck!
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Post by BrolyLSSJ01 on Aug 5, 2015 21:31:08 GMT -6
BrolyLSSJ01 I used Model Master Napoleonic Violet (Acrylic) for the wrist bands and belt and it turned out pretty good. Be sure to seal it in some kind of matte medium so it's not too glossy. Here's a pic of mine: Also, I used the SSJ Goku as the base (yellow Gi) and painted him with Model Master International Orange (Acrylic) which seemed to match the SDCC version pretty good (the normal Goku should be pretty good tho). The hair was actually the toughest part. I used a VERY thinned down orange acrylic (multiple thin layers) to get the gradient effect. Good luck! Thanks for telling me. I just needed to know because I've seen some paint jobs for it looking off. Thanks again |
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Post by solidsnakeboss on Aug 5, 2015 23:15:46 GMT -6
BrolyLSSJ01 I used Model Master Napoleonic Violet (Acrylic) for the wrist bands and belt and it turned out pretty good. Be sure to seal it in some kind of matte medium so it's not too glossy. Here's a pic of mine: View AttachmentAlso, I used the SSJ Goku as the base (yellow Gi) and painted him with Model Master International Orange (Acrylic) which seemed to match the SDCC version pretty good (the normal Goku should be pretty good tho). The hair was actually the toughest part. I used a VERY thinned down orange acrylic (multiple thin layers) to get the gradient effect. Good luck! Looks amazing Cleve. Do you use an airbrush for your customs? |
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Post by cleve5sp on Aug 6, 2015 9:04:02 GMT -6
Thanks Solid snake. I don't use an airbrush but I'd love to get one in the future. Generally for any faded areas, I use multiple lays of super thin (diluted) acrylic paint. I found out that it's really important to let each layer dry completely too.
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Post by littlegreen on Aug 6, 2015 9:57:16 GMT -6
Thanks Solid snake. I don't use an airbrush but I'd love to get one in the future. Generally for any faded areas, I use multiple lays of super thin (diluted) acrylic paint. I found out that it's really important to let each layer dry completely too. When you do get an airbrush, pick up an Iwata. They're a little on the expensive side, but they work incredibly well and they last a long time. Additionally, before getting my Iwata I had a Testors Aztek airbrush, and that worked very well for a long time too! |
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Post by cleve5sp on Aug 6, 2015 21:15:31 GMT -6
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Post by BrolyLSSJ01 on Sept 1, 2015 21:48:14 GMT -6
Thanks Solid snake. I don't use an airbrush but I'd love to get one in the future. Generally for any faded areas, I use multiple lays of super thin (diluted) acrylic paint. I found out that it's really important to let each layer dry completely too. Just wondering what type of paint brush do you recommend I use? |
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Post by cleve5sp on Sept 2, 2015 14:21:05 GMT -6
BrolyLSSJ01 I'd recommend a softer brush like a Watercolor or Acrylic brush for thin layering. The important thing about using a watercolor brush tho, is to make sure you clean it right away. Acrylic paint can really do a job on watercolor brushes but they are really nice for thin layers. A store like Michael's has them labeled in each section. I forget the sizes but I really like using a flat-tipped brush that's pretty small (about the width of the letter "N" or "M" on your keyboard). When I find the best brand of brush, I'll pass it on.
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