Chakaman's customs, mods and repaints

[Chakaman]

Um General. . . . If I may. . .

1) Do a "google" search for Ree Yees, Woof etc. Just images. Use these as reference.
2) Take a look at ebay for "sixth scale" or "12 inch" figures and match it up. Hasbro sometimes works too in a pinch.
3) Dude. Chaka told you he built the Ree Yees boots from scratch. My guess is if you can find a movie still of his boots you can do the same.
4) Have you seen that amazing Greivous custom on these boards? Can't remember which thread - but it is incredible. You should spend the time to find it. Might take awhile - but totally worth it.
5) How did you get Nikto? I thought Duane was out? Wel done if you did.

And one final thing: Chaka does amazing work, everyone agrees. However the beauty of this hobby is DOING some of the stuff YOURSELF. There are no right or wrong answers. Get some paint and paint these sculpts (you will be amazed at what you will find) -Duane is amazing and you really can't screw them up. You can always redo if you make an error. As for costumes. . .you are likely more creative than you think and if you are a true fan and collector - you know that the hunt for stuff is half the fun.

Start your own thread if you want help. I don't think this is the appropriate forum for this (this is Chaka's HOBBY not his JOB). My guess is you will have lots of people "popping in" to watch your progress and offer insights.

But in this forum. . . . You are being a bit of a distraction (no offence). Would love to see what you can do on your own. In you own thread - that is.

Best of luck General. I look forward to seeing what you can do on your own. And expect to see a thread of your OWN ASAP. And not so much in here anymore. K?

BTW: I am brand new to this as well (I have been following "quietly" for about a year and working "quietly" as well). This is the most I have ever posted. . . .in response to you. Not asking for help. Be cool. Enjoy. Stop bugging Chaka.
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I couldnt have said it better myself. Thanks man.

I have said from the start, Im not trying to be a jerk. Im happy to help, but cant spell everything out for you.

I think starting your own thread is a great idea. That way people can give advice when needed.


Hmm, where did the Nikto head come from? I hope someone isnt casting Duane's stuff and selling them.

 

[generalgrevious]

i didn`t get a nikto head yet and i didn`t know he was out. i just got ree-yees and takeel for starters.

 

[Weezer]

Chakaman, when did you acquire a bodyguard?

Um General. . . . If I may. . .

1) Do a "google" search for Ree Yees, Woof etc. Just images. Use these as reference.
2) Take a look at ebay for "sixth scale" or "12 inch" figures and match it up. Hasbro sometimes works too in a pinch.
3) Dude. Chaka told you he built the Ree Yees boots from scratch. My guess is if you can find a movie still of his boots you can do the same.
4) Have you seen that amazing Greivous custom on these boards? Can't remember which thread - but it is incredible. You should spend the time to find it. Might take awhile - but totally worth it.
5) How did you get Nikto? I thought Duane was out? Wel done if you did.

And one final thing: Chaka does amazing work, everyone agrees. However the beauty of this hobby is DOING some of the stuff YOURSELF. There are no right or wrong answers. Get some paint and paint these sculpts (you will be amazed at what you will find) -Duane is amazing and you really can't screw them up. You can always redo if you make an error. As for costumes. . .you are likely more creative than you think and if you are a true fan and collector - you know that the hunt for stuff is half the fun.

Start your own thread if you want help. I don't think this is the appropriate forum for this (this is Chaka's HOBBY not his JOB). My guess is you will have lots of people "popping in" to watch your progress and offer insights.

But in this forum. . . . You are being a bit of a distraction (no offence). Would love to see what you can do on your own. In you own thread - that is.

Best of luck General. I look forward to seeing what you can do on your own. And expect to see a thread of your OWN ASAP. And not so much in here anymore. K?

BTW: I am brand new to this as well (I have been following "quietly" for about a year and working "quietly" as well). This is the most I have ever posted. . . .in response to you. Not asking for help. Be cool. Enjoy. Stop bugging Chaka.
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[Chakaman]

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Nah, not a bodyguard. I know you are kidding, but I do appreciate ihim taking the time post.

Maybe "the general" will grasp his post because he obviously does not comprehend mine.

 

[galactiboy]

There seems to be a "general" sense of obliviousness here

 

[Chakaman]

Their indeed is some of that Joseph! Its time to move on....

My goal for 2013 is to finish/revisit a lot of my customs before I start any new ones. I decided to finish this guy. I took Duane's awesome sculpt and "thinned out his face a bit around the eyes. I am now sculpting the neck and will repaint the face to match.

Here is where I am at so far....

Loads to do, just getting started.

 

[spiderrogue]

better write down everything that you do...

 

[Chakaman]

better write down everything that you do...

Good point, you never when you are going to need this info.


Started building the armor to fit around the sculpted neck. I will paint and add rivets to make it look metal.

 

[Tworiverz]

Chaka, have a look on ebay at this guys Frock Coat, perfect for Klaatu's skirt if cut right me thinks ( I have this stashed for when I do this guy) hope it helps

IGNITE Knight of Outremer II

 

[Chakaman]

Chaka, have a look on ebay at this guys Frock Coat, perfect for Klaatu's skirt if cut right me thinks ( I have this stashed for when I do this guy) hope it helps

IGNITE Knight of Outremer II

Cheers Pete! I will have a look. I plan on redoing his skirt.

 

[spiderrogue]

omg..is that a lando head back there? i sooooo..need one...wink wink..hint hint..man, you have the good stuff..sigh

youve got to stop showing pics of your stuff in the background..i keep seeing things that i need...double sigh...can i come to your house to play? we are practically neighbors..

you know that you need a robe for an uncle owen bash..come on..it's the new "in" thing...lol...j/k...man..you have a ton of coolness going on there...my collection/hobby area pales in comparison to yours and most guys...

 

[Chakaman]

omg..is that a lando head back there? i sooooo..need one...wink wink..hint hint..man, you have the good stuff..sigh

youve got to stop showing pics of your stuff in the background..i keep seeing things that i need...double sigh...can i come to your house to play? we are practically neighbors..

you know that you need a robe for an uncle owen bash..come on..it's the new "in" thing...lol...j/k...man..you have a ton of coolness going on there...my collection/hobby area is pale in comparison to yours and most guys...

Yeah, thats my head for when Lando isnt wearing his Skiff helmet. I had to dremmel out the one I use with his helmet to get it to fit.

I really dont have that much stuff. I just take pics where I have the best light, that just happens to be in front of my headsculpts shelf.

you live in Oklahoma right? If you ever get up here, let me know. You can swing by and have a few beers, ow and look at the Star Wars stuff.

 

[spiderrogue]

lol...man, i used to be the guy who had all the cool toys, when i was a kid..everyone came to my house..but now..sigh...not so much...lol..i need to build up my stock to keep up with some of you guys...

 

[barryo]

holy crap man that is excellent



just one more question please.....

i wish i could paint like that, what angle do you hold your paint brush when painting?

 

[Darth_IMPoor]

Good Chris...you keep concentrating on your Jedi aliens. In the meantime, I'll keep hitting refresh on Bossk on TA to beat you to the X-wing pilot parts we're gonna need.

 

[Chakaman]

holy crap man that is excellent



just one more question please.....

i wish i could paint like that, what angle do you hold your paint brush when painting?

Thanks man! You dont want to know.

Good Chris...you keep concentrating on your Jedi aliens. In the meantime, I'll keep hitting refresh on Bossk on TA to beat you to the X-wing pilot parts we're gonna need.

Im pretty sure I can multi-task. Those flight vests are going to go quick. If I am around when they go up I will get as many as I can. Ill hook you up if you miss out on them.

 

[Chakaman]

In a lot of screen shots of Klaatu, his outfit seems really baggy. Im toying with the idea of doing the outfit this way.

I am using a cut up T-shirt for the time being to see if I like how it looks.

 

[spiderrogue]

i need that fabric (his top) for a jedi tunic..looks close to what obi wan wears in ep 3....

and found this about the flight vest...kinda cool info
https://www.therpf.com/f24/x-wing-pilot-flight-harness-78290/

 

[Chakaman]

Klaatu's undersuit is from the Hasbro Tusken Raider.

 

[spiderrogue]

so i was looking through your older stuff..some really cool bashes..love the misc. jedi that you did..the snowtrooper is pretty sweet as well....you need to create a gallery for just your pics..cuz trying to go through all of your pages is murder..lol...(almost 200 pages..eepp!!)...lol....