Daric LaRone Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 What do you think? Constructive criticism always welcome... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 I really like the forehead spots. Looks like dust and aging together... I think most of the helmet could use a bit a more "dusty" look. Not so painted, more organic and natural weathering. The blackish/grayish areas are looking really good. Maybe work a bit more on the yellow. Remember it should look like dust and sand, not so much as mud... Paint is tricky, but you are doing fine so long. Hope it helps. Saludos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daric LaRone Posted November 18, 2009 Author Share Posted November 18, 2009 Juan, thank you so much; this helps a lot. When I looked at the photos myself I thought the same thing: I too like the way the areas on the top, forehead/temples turned out... I'll tone down the paint all over and try to replicate those blackish/greyish areas on the facial areas, on the sides, and the back. I think the key is patting down/toning down the painted areas and going over it with my weathering powder- that's how I got the areas on the forehead to turn out that way. The weatheirng powder will help with a more dusty look that you mentioned I believe. The crevaces, especially in the face, are difficult to get the right mix of paint and weathering powder as you all know... but I'm staying on it. Thanks again Juan; any other comments welcome from any troopers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 Nice job you done there What Juan says is what I would suggest as well. But again, good job!! and don't be afraid to do it several times before you get the right look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trooper Peter Posted November 29, 2009 Share Posted November 29, 2009 What do you think? Constructive criticism always welcome... My observation on your weathering is focused on the "eyes" areas of your Helmet. If the contrast is not caused by the flash of your digital camera, perhaps you can spread out the weathering underneath the eyes. Build it up in layers to simulate dirt and dust that are trapped under the "eyes". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daric LaRone Posted November 29, 2009 Author Share Posted November 29, 2009 Peter and Justus, thanks so much. Here is the latest round. Tell me please- should I keep posting updates here or open another thread with latest updates? Thanks guys for all the feedback. I'm not a very good judge of my own work. Thanks as always for constructive criticism. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 This is so much better looking than your 1st attempt already, a more natural look and approach. I am especially pleased with the effect that you have created in the mic tip area, good job A+ I myself always try to get the glossy effect reduced to a minimum. When I weather armor I always start with applying slate grey or black and then wipe it almost all of with a soft cloth. Then take some burnt umber to create the dirty spots and highlight them with yellow ocher..I use as what I myself call the mr. Miyagi approach...wax on, wax off but then with paint It gives a great effect...at least that's what I think. For the mic area I use olive drap in combination with the yellow ochre again. Everybody uses a different technique to get the desired result, but it is your own point of view that counts the most. If you are satisfied with the result you're there...but is is always a good thought to take other troopers advice in consideration. But keep up the good work there Daric!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 It is really starting to look great! Its better and better... One thing I can see is that white areas are too white and shiny. If you want to keep it like that, thats great... if you wish to kill some of those reflections, just spread some dust/dirt all over the helmet, but dont use any glue or hairspray under it. Then dust it off and thats it. I really like how it is turning out! Good job trooper! Saludos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daric LaRone Posted December 2, 2009 Author Share Posted December 2, 2009 Thanks guys; I so appreciate it. I read somewhere on MEPD that you actually wanted some gloss to still show through b/c it is more screen accurate that way, but I always thought that the gloss would/should be really toned down as you both mentioned. So that will be the final task and I'll only be a parsec away from applying for Deployment. I really like the looks of what I've come up with and to get confirmation that my own personal opinion carries a lot of weight makes me feel much better. I'm the one wearing the suit after all right? Thanks again for the encouragement, compliments, and helpful suggestions; it means a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted December 7, 2009 Share Posted December 7, 2009 You're welcome buddy, that's what we are here for...helping eachother out to get the look we are aiming for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dewback Jockey Posted December 25, 2009 Share Posted December 25, 2009 Very nice - has a battle damaged feel to it.. I like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sir david Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 LOOKING GOOD BROTHER! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 Looking good Daric!! I'm with the thoughts on the previous posts. A good way to bring down the shine is to use a scotchbrite pad. You want the helmet to look weathered throughout the whole thing with transition colors and natural markings. Basically paint the whole thing then rub it off...repeat rhe process until the desired look is achieved. This will give you layers of effect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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