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WIP First attempt at 1/10 bust sculpting, 44th Foot, Gandamak 1842

Discussion in 'Sculpting' started by ukali1066, Dec 26, 2011.

  1. ukali1066 Member

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    United-Kingdom
    Hi all,

    Here's my progress so far on my first bust, the basic body and head shapes were cast in milliput using a simple two half push mould made from the master I'd sculpted in white milliput, this is to ensure all forthcoming busts I intend to do will be in the same scale, and it cuts out a lot of work.

    Then the detail is sculpted onto the basic form using Apoxie Sculpt, this is the first time I've used this and it's superb to work with, very smooth and waxy.

    Early days yet, but getting there, I want him to look as tired and shabby as he would have on that miserable retreat in winter, he's suffered an eye wound along the way.

    The bell top shako will have an oilskin cover sculpted eventually.

    Thanks for looking :)

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    stu, BillW, Mike S. and 2 others like this.
  2. Mike S. Well-Known Member

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    United-States
    Beautiful job. Making a bust that is looking straight on interesting is quite a challenge, however you are nailing it. One of my favorite eras too.(y)

    Will this be available for sale?
  3. mil-mart A Fixture

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    United-Kingdom
    Stunning work on the face and looking forward to following .(y)

    Cheers Ken
  4. ukali1066 Member

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    United-Kingdom
    Many thanks for the kind words guys, my plan is to sculpt a range eventually and get castings done by a professional resin caster, varied eras but mainly Peninsular and Victorian British soldiers.... but I'll not run before I can walk ;)
  5. housecarl Moderator

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    United-Kingdom
    The facial features look spot on, but I think the chin is slightly off centre.
    Carl.(y)
  6. ukali1066 Member

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    United-Kingdom
    You're right Carl, there's still a hell of a lot to put right
  7. valiant A Fixture

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    United-Kingdom
    like what I see so far, love the Victorian period, loads of inspiration.
    look forward to seeing this progress!
    Steve
  8. Tony Barton Active Member

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    United-States
    Looks pretty good so far : look forward to seeing this finished.
  9. Jazz A Fixture

    Country:
    England
    Great work so far. Love the facial features. The Victorian period is one of my favourites. I look forward to seeing how you progress. (y)
  10. ukali1066 Member

    Country:
    United-Kingdom
    Many thanks for the positive words fellas
  11. Azgaron Member

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    Sweden
    Very nice work so far! Love to see it finished!

    Cheers,

    Håkan

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