DarkArtist's End of the Line Thread

[The Craw]

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you're loving that thing aren't you?

 

[Roc74]

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But consider this my "retirement announcement"... I'm officially OUT of the repainting business.

You'll be back..

Seriously though, thanks for all the tips and help cant wait to see your future projects...

 

[uscmhicks]

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sorry to hear that man. You've done a lot of amazing stuff !.
Good luck for the future bro !

 

[DarkArtist81]

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Thanks a lot guys. Maybe one day I will return. For now, I will just be happy to have my shelf "head free".

 

[The Josh]

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Sorry to read you're hanging it up. You have to do whats best for you with all you got going on.

 

[Customikey]

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Thanks a lot guys. Maybe one day I will return. For now, I will just be happy to have my shelf "head free".

Enjoy your retirement, or should I say hibernation?

I cannot wait to see more original work from you!

 

[DarkArtist81]

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Thanks Josh and Mike... Things are pretty crazy here. Any deals I've made so far will still be held, so like the Indy I will be doing for Josh will be done.

And as far as my situation, right now I am doing things that will help fix our life. I will have information soon, for now... Just know that things will be changing on the DA front. More than just painting or customs...

 

[Bannister]

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you're loving that thing aren't you?

Yes, yes I am.

 

[Mooncat]

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Sorry to hear your works not going to spread as much to other collectors Josh, but . . .

having done a few customs myself and knowing how time consuming they can be and seeing the quality of your work and the regularity of posts for that work on your thread. I can totally see why you would make such an announcement

When your hobby / fun becomes a chore then its time to redress what your doing otherwise you run the risk of losing that element from your life

Im sure youll find life, work and relaxation improving with time.

Take it easy m8

 

[The Josh]

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Thanks Josh and Mike... Things are pretty crazy here. Any deals I've made so far will still be held, so like the Indy I will be doing for Josh will be done.

And as far as my situation, right now I am doing things that will help fix our life. I will have information soon, for now... Just know that things will be changing on the DA front. More than just painting or customs...

I appreciate that. I really like your work and want my Indy and the Obi head you have to get that special Josh treatment. Not that I don't like anyone else here.

Not sure who I'll pick to do my work though from now on. Gonna have to do some studying.

I hope it all works for ya Josh. I really do. You're a class act.

 

[chapuchi]

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Hmm, that means that I'm going to have to be extra careful before painting, as if I mess up that means I won't be able to send it out to you to fix

I totally understand where you are coming from by doing this. It's great that you used to offer commissions, but sometimes when you keep doing the same thing over and over you start to lose that certain interest in this hobby; this way, you can now focus on doing customs that you want to do as well as have much more time to put into them.

Although I do hope that if you decide to start sculpting, please sell recasts to us!

Anyways, good luck Josh. I hope to see more amazing customs from you

 

[Les Walker]

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I think we have a lot more to see from The Dark Artist, than ever before....
Good luck Josh, and don't keep us waiting too long for the next great thing!

Here's to ya bro!

 

[drunk_leprechaun]

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too much of anything cant be fun. Looking forward to seeing your Full on customs Josh. I never understood how some of the artists herecould paint head after head with so much attention to detail... couldnt imagine dedicating myself to anything like that, also me having the attention span of a squirrel on cocaine must have something to do with it.
Hope everything works out for you Josh.
Cheers mate!

 

[King Darkness]

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I knew dragging my feet on sending Josh heads would bite me in the ass.

I cant wait to see what full customs you have coming for us Josh!!

Good luck with everything.

 

[Customikey]

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"He's losing his mind......and I'm reaping the benefits...."



Love you, Josh. Cheers.

 

[MaulFan]

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"He's losing his mind......and I'm reaping the benefits...."



Love you, Josh. Cheers.

Mikey that's an awesome, as a local radio station calls it, "obscure reference". I was just watching this movie earlier tonight haha.

Best of luck to you Josh .

 

[superdoug]

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well on one hand i'm really sad i won't be able own any of your repaints and fantastic work but one the more important hand i'm glad to hear you've put your life first and i wish you the best in whatever it is you are stepping out into. all that being said i can't wait to see what creative stuff you'll show us in the future.

 

[DarkKnight2k4]

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Les thought I should post these pics in Josh's thread. Its his Ledger Joker sculpt that Les painted for me (he owed me a free repaint so Josh graciously let Les do the honors, and Les told me just what an honor that was). He and I are both greatful for the opportunity. Now with Josh going to be working on some article's of the Joker's clothing for me, I am convinced no offically licensed Joker item will compair to these two's amazing tribute to Heath.

Awesome work !!!!!!!

Thanks to you too Mikey! Les, Darren, so many others that have made this site such an awesome experience. I'm really proud to be amongst you all.

And to all of my customers, I want to apologize for my lateness of late. Things have been hellish here, broke, jobless, school woes, car woes... it goes on and on. Even my Xbox 360 has betrayed me, 2 days ago I got the red ring of death and it doesn't work anymore. So yeah, life is crapping on me something fierce.

But I'm painting my A$$ off. Last night I finished a Ripley, Sidious, Faramir, 3 Jokers, Krycek, and others. I will be making severe headway on the Joker figs and the very very late projects on my shelf in the coming weeks. Lots to do. I'm trying to finish all of my headpaints, and won't be taking any more orders... I'm thinking that it's time to hang up my repainting duties. It's getting too far out of my control anymore and I can't really keep up with it.

But do not fret, I will be doing customs. FULL customs. 100% creative figures all my own. Hell, I might even sculpt. They will be offered here as well as online, and this thread will be a place for me to show my own repaints as well as a behind the scenes look into the making of the future DA creations.

Be prepared to be mystified by the strangeness of my future figures, many are in the works and will push the boundaries of good taste.

But consider this my "retirement announcement"... I'm officially OUT of the repainting business.

Lots of great guys here who do it anyway, including Mikey. TONS of talent that can take up the slack.

I just want to thank all of those who have stuck with me this far, those who have helped me hone my skills to the level they are now. I'm eternally thankful to everyone here for making me the painter I am today.

Man that is some news bro. I am glad to have a few of your piece in and joining my collection. It is an honor.

Also looking forward to what is yet to come ! Not to mention my Joker ! :chew

Thanks Josh and Mike... Things are pretty crazy here. Any deals I've made so far will still be held, so like the Indy I will be doing for Josh will be done.

And as far as my situation, right now I am doing things that will help fix our life. I will have information soon, for now... Just know that things will be changing on the DA front. More than just painting or customs...

Exciting days yet to come !!!!! OH YEAH !

 

[Zoomaround]

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It saddens me to hear that you announced your "repainting" retirement but it is totally understandable. Life takes us through many ups and downs and there are so many different routes to choose from. I'll consider this just a detour and hope you will be back repainting in the future. This hobby is in your blood so you will need to every so often come back just for a repaint or two. If not for yourself, for us Freaks who need your customizing.

I look forward to receiving my customized Vampire Buffy and all her bloody tools. At least I know I'm one of the lucky ones to have one (or more) of your custom works.

I wish you the best of luck and will always be here to support you. I have learned a lot from you and have enjoyed watching you from the mere boy who asked Customikey many questions to the customizing guru you have now become.

Thanks, Josh, for not only sharing your work but sharing the how to with members on this board.

 

[pjam]

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Same here Josh. As one who commissioned work from you from the very start to the finish, I am honored to have your amazing talents with me forever.

And I can't wait to see your DA Custom figures rolling out. You go Bro!