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Post by Nova Darklighter on Nov 11, 2011 5:13:33 GMT -5
Yes, this is fun to see. I need to patch a thin latex wing on a monster at work, any ideas or suggestions would be appreciated. I was thinking of using a piece of a bald cap and some liquid latex.
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Post by Ani-Chay Pinn on Jan 2, 2012 3:03:23 GMT -5
Did you get the wing fixed? I must admit, that I don't have any better idea than what you suggested. The only way that I know to fix laxetis with more latex.
I also have my eye on a non-human jedi with digitigrade feet/stilts as well. I tried the feet out today and while they feet solid, I've found that my center of gravity is so low that I'm going to have to compensate with extra weight at the shoulders and chest of the costume to get the balance right.. Definitely NOT something that most guys have to deal with.
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Post by Nova Darklighter on Jan 2, 2012 8:13:16 GMT -5
I did finally get the wing fixed, I cut a chunk off a bald cap and used a similar colour liquid latex to patch it, had to repair a spiked head prop recently as well, that one looks like he has some really ugly scars, but it just added to his look, just latexed him, no bald cap patch.
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Post by Nova Darklighter on Jan 2, 2012 8:21:12 GMT -5
Hi, Volund, how goes the wolfman?
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Post by Volund Starfire on Jan 5, 2012 22:31:42 GMT -5
To be honest, the wolfman is kind of slow do to money problems. However, the wheels are still turning. I spoke with a professional FX wizard (he's a Vader in my garrison) and he gave me some suggestions on good fixes with the mask. My next part of the project may sound simple, but it isn't really. The base is made of 2x4s. The toes are all separated and hinged individually so they actually move on their own as I walk. The hinge lets them move down a little for an actual walking look. Those are covered in foam to keep them looking goodish and then covered with a werewolf shoe toe. The base of the main foot will include a bit of rubber for grip, but the tip will include a metal screw for a clicking sound of nails on the floor when I walk. The shoe is a velcro strap shoe and is permanently attached to the stilt with screws. The bars are screwed on and have a hinge at the knee. The white pieces are cut-down PVC pipes that are screwed onto the bars and padded inside. The front is hinged and closes with velcro straps. Finally, the red line is a bungee cord to add some tension to the step. This will make it easier for me to walk in. I also plan to wrap the fur suit around the cord and press it together for an actual tendon look to the rear of the leg.
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Post by Nova Darklighter on Jan 6, 2012 0:48:22 GMT -5
Actually sounds pretty complex, but it sounds like it will work. I was looking thru a catalogue at work the other day and saw you mask. Well, keep us updated as you go.
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