Since I'm a glutton for punishment, I decided to pull this guy out again in June, and set out to complete him this time. As most of you who own this figure know, to say he's detailed is a gigantic understatement. Everywhere you look, something jumps out at you, lots of molded details that to be honest, I didn't really even notice until I decided to panel line him. He was completely torn apart like usual, cleaned, prepped, and primed, and then preshaded using various custom mixed HoK paints. Then I went through and hand painted all of the detail work with Model Master enamels, mostly Italian Red, aluminum, and chrome silver. Then, I spent what felt like an eternity panel lining every detail in various degrees from fine lines, to gritty and grimy. Nothing was left untouched, inside and out. All said and done, I had roughly 153 hours of my life invested in this guy, the longest paint job I've ever tackled. I only wish he'd fit in my photo tent, it was very difficult to get the lighting right to capture all of the shading work. I won't lie, there were times I thought this one would never end, every time I flipped over a section I was working on I found more details to panel line. Lemme know what you think!
I'm no fan of the figure, but man, that is some fantastic paint work! Very gundam-y looking. I especially like the "lighted" details.
That IS impressive! I wonder if taking him outside for some photos is possible? Some natural lighting would probably show off the amazing details better! As he's one of my top 5 TFs of all time, I'd say you didn't waste any time at all! Of course, I'm sure you're now dreading a Titan Trypticon release! Nice work!
Thanks, way too much detail for the sea of white. Thanks Eddie, I was quite inspired by Gundam paint schemes when doing this one, actually started a Gundam figure yesterday now that this is done. Thanks guys! You know what, I just might do that, thanks! Thanks Sean, this was just for sh*ts and giggles, he'll be on eBay shortly. I mainly do it for the fun of painting, I don't usually keep them.
Nice work man, it turned out great and can appreciate the time you have put into this having done one myself a few months back
This came out looking so nice! I love the nickel silver you used for the metal bits and the inside of the legs look fantastic. You did well sir.
Thank you guys! He's en route to his new owner now, hoping he's enjoyed in his new home. Thank you sir, I tried keeping track throughout, a solid 153 hours or more.
