Hi fellow tf fans! MP-10 was one of the most impressive TFs I've owned, certainly among the most posable. I was glad that Takara Tomy made the truck mode realistic while maintaining a near cartoon accurate, but more streamlined bot mode. Before repainting I had to fix a few quality issues with the figure. In addition, MP-10 had several "sliding" parts and perfectly fitted joints that was prone to paint chipping. So before I began, I took it completely apart, cut/sanded the joints and sliding parts then coated the contact points few times with gloss to minimize the problem. I first airbrushed the main bodies of Optimus with the usual process: sanding, priming, several coats, buffing, finishes, buffing. The primary blue, red and silver on prime were a mixture of several variations of those colors. I've also applied different shades of those colors throughout the figure to break up the tone a little. The detailing was done with various sized brushes which I had the most fun with but also took the longest time. Some very subtle weathering, high-lighting and dry-brushing effects were applied, to lessen that perfect-toy look, but not enough that they become too obvious. The trailer and Roller were similarly painted although I took a little more liberty with their colors. Please keep in mind that this wasn't meant to copy Optimus's look from any particular continuity, it was just a fun personal project that took a little longer than I hoped. Thanks everyone, take care! "Autobots, transform and roll out!" Project Time: ~Mid November 2011 to Late January 2012 Photography: Mid February 2012, Outdoor: Sunny noon and dusk; cloudy day Indoor: 5500k lighting with occational mix of sunlight Part 1 - Truck Mode ------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------- Check out my Deviantart page for better photos. MP-10 Optimus Prime Repaint by xeltecon on deviantART Full Gallery xeltecon's deviantART gallery Video Optimus Prime MP-10 Full Repaint - Xelteckon - YouTube
MP-10 Optimus Prime Repaint Part-2: Roller and Combat Deck Part 2: Roller and Combat Deck ------------------------------------------
MP-10 Optimus Prime Repaint Part-3A: Bot Mode MP-10 Optimus Prime Repaint Part-3A: Bot Mode -----------------------------------------------
MP-10 Optimus Prime Repaint Part3B - Bot Mode MP-10 Optimus Prime Repaint Part3B - Bot Mode -------------------------------------------------------
This is nothing short of amazing. Perhaps the best repaint I have ever seen. The photography really sets it apart as well and showcases it nicely.
I need like 4 of this figure right now! Hurry up Hasbro and release a US version, please!! Excellent paint apps. I love that red you used. Very crisp and clean.
I can't begin to express how seeing this work of art makes me feel inside. So I'll just say, "WOW!" It's so utterly amazing that it's mind-blowing.