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Post by Jedi Doug on Aug 15, 2006 17:38:49 GMT -5
As you may recall, a few weeks ago I made a custom figure of Angel with sculpted "equipment." This was an experiment in sculpting for me, as I intended to follow through with a full nude version at some point. Thanks in large part to a few individuals who were able to supply me with parts, the figure is now complete. This is a custom of David Boreanaz nude (though you can think of it as Angel if you prefer - even though there is no back tattoo). I tried my best to be as life-like as possible and do justice to DB's great physique. I used reference photos of Boreanaz from his nude scenes in Buffy and Angel and also from his nude scene in the movie These Girls. Photos of Michelangelo's David also served as inspiration (in sculpting the glutes). Here is a censored photo: I used a Graduation Day Angel torso and arms, a regular Angel head, the waist and hips of Spike, and the legs from Yellow Bastard (from Sin City). I used the waist and hips of Spike because they are smaller than Angel's and it gave stability to adhere the parts together while allowing me to sculpt over them and seamlessly blend the upper and lower halves of the body together. The toughest part for me to sculpt was the butt! The figure has articulation at the neck and in the arms only. To view uncensored photos, click the link below (you must be 18+ and have a Yahoo account to log in) and go to the Photos section. groups.yahoo.com/group/adultactionfigures/
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Post by naturallybuffbuff on Aug 15, 2006 18:03:27 GMT -5
Even though this a Nude Male figure, and I am not gay, I think that the sculpture is a good representaion of the Male Body. The sculpting came out super smooth, and the painting is also really smooth. I didn't see this when it was first posted, but I see it now, and it is a really nice art peice. Good Job Jedi Doug
BTW Poprox, that was totally innapropriate.
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Post by Sammie on Aug 15, 2006 18:05:35 GMT -5
Ahhh darn, why am i so curious?.. i guess i'll sign up for Yahoo (i think i'm gonna be a man this time, all those stupid sign-ups)
And WOW, that is... really, odd looking, in a good way, i mean, it's well sculpted... really original as well. I feel dirty looking at those pictures *blushes* But yeah, it IS well done. *quickly closes window*
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Post by a dusty pile x on Aug 15, 2006 18:08:50 GMT -5
I'm going to take this in a more artistic approach.
The likeness is great, of course. The cheeks (not his face) look a bit flat, and look a bit off colour. Though that may be the lighting of the photo I'm on. One thing is that the pubic area looks extremely full. In these girls David appeared completely shaved (or waxed), if I'm not mistaken. I've only seen the movie once, but when I was making icons for someone a few picture slipped into view. They were obviously lightened by the capper in Photoshop (I assume), so everything seemed clear.
The painting is very fluid, there are no runs, and his body looks slick and smooth. The colour is the same everywhere, which is always good. This is a very good figure, and I applaud and support you completely on it.
Keep it clean guys. This may be an adult thread, but no one wants to know when you have an erection.
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Post by BtVSFigs Admin on Aug 15, 2006 19:03:38 GMT -5
I'm going to take this in a more artistic approach. The likeness is great, of course. The cheeks (not his face) look a bit flat, and look a bit off colour. Though that may be the lighting of the photo I'm on. One thing is that the pubic area looks extremely full. In these girls David appeared completely shaved (or waxed), if I'm not mistaken. I've only seen the movie once, but when I was making icons for someone a few picture slipped into view. They were obviously lightened by the capper in Photoshop (I assume), so everything seemed clear. The painting is very fluid, there are no runs, and his body looks slick and smooth. The colour is the same everywhere, which is always good. This is a very good figure, and I applaud and support you completely on it. Keep it clean guys. This may be an adult thread, but no one wants to know when you have an erection. As odd as it is to say lol, I too saw These Girls and he seemed like more of a trimmer heh. *light bulb* so THAT'S why Angel always gets the chicks! Great sculpt Doug. I never really paid too much attention to his body type to compare, but just checking some quick shirtless shots it looks very accurate. It's seamless and the flesh painting is outstandng.
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Post by a dusty pile x on Aug 15, 2006 19:16:19 GMT -5
As odd as it is to say lol, I too saw These Girls and he seemed like more of a trimmer heh. That's what I thought as well from a few of the caps, but then I thought it was a shadow... I wasn't sure, and still am not. Still--great figure!
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Post by Jedi Doug on Aug 15, 2006 19:22:03 GMT -5
Yes I took a few artistic licenses with his hair - I'm not a fan of the shaved/waxed look - so it's a bit fuller than in real life (from what I could tell in the screencaps) but he is Italian after all! I just realized that the photos are resized (downsized) on the other site, so I added a closeup of his front and rear. Thanks for the great comments. I'm very pleased with how the figure came out - the result of lots of sanding (you can never sand too much!!) and two thin coats of flesh-coloured paint (white mixed with orange and a bit of brown). He's a bit darker than the original Angel figure, FYI.
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Post by firerancher on Aug 15, 2006 19:56:20 GMT -5
Wowsa!! I never thought in a million years somebody would try this but you did...and did it well!! I'm impressed...and even though I like the ladies?? That's one custom I wouldn't mind owning...lol.
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Post by BuffySlayer on Aug 15, 2006 20:00:55 GMT -5
Hahaha awesome!! Very well done and realistic-looking. Oddly enough, I'd say this is more tasteful than your cool predecessor to this one - "hanging out David". I don't know, I guess this one's just more upfront lol. Well, either way, very well done and it is great to see!
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Post by scotty on Aug 15, 2006 20:55:17 GMT -5
Awesome Doug the sculpting and paint job are smooth seamless and very well done I am in total awe with your creativity and sculpting skills!
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Post by Girl Power on Aug 16, 2006 1:42:14 GMT -5
Wow, Doug, you saucy little monkey!
It's certainly odd to see a naked action figure!
I'm so impressed with how it's turned out. The waist, legs and butt all seem to flow together seamlessly! I'm really impressed with how you sculpted this figure. The legs look so good! I have high hopes for future figures with the Yellow Bastard legs, though i don't think I could to the upper thighs as well as you have.
Great job, you cheeky little rascal.
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Post by MsBig on Aug 16, 2006 4:17:15 GMT -5
This is extremely well sculpted, Doug. As I said, I have no problem with full nudes. Natural is beautiful. I'm in the best-to-trim camp, though. He's a bit furry for my liking. You did a great job in sculpting his hips, thighs and bum from scratch. They look very smooth. The proportions also look correct to me. It's no fault of yours but I find it frustrating that the Yellow Bastard legs are so splayed. It makes for a slightly odd stance on both your figure and the only one I've seen previously (Wayne's Leo). When you keep the bare feet I can see that it's near impossible to change that stance. You've done a great job with that difficult position.
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Post by MasterPizza on Aug 16, 2006 6:55:59 GMT -5
The pose of yellow bastard is a very guy pose, i think the figure comes out very well, against the other one, it's always funny to see naked figures after the Ron Jeremy figure everything is possible. Is this the scene of Eve from season five? Any plans for a base?.
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Post by sueworld2003 on Aug 16, 2006 7:44:56 GMT -5
Oh very nice! I like the smooth look to the body, and I agree that he maybe he's a little too dark in the old 'pubes' dept.
Apart from that I think he's great! Now he's just missing a naked Spike in chains to go with him! ;D
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Post by ShondraSu on Aug 16, 2006 7:59:47 GMT -5
Gratz Doug for finishing Nude Angel! He's wonderful, Great detail and wonderful sculpting and painting! Your so talented! and it's refreshing to see a bold, artistic, and original custom on the board. I can't wait to see what you do next.
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Post by Jedi Doug on Aug 16, 2006 8:30:46 GMT -5
It's no fault of yours but I find it frustrating that the Yellow Bastard legs are so splayed. It makes for a slightly odd stance on both your figure and the only one I've seen previously (Wayne's Leo). Yes, the legs have a super-realistic sculpt but a very wide stance. I cheated the stance a bit by turning his legs slightly and bringing them in a bit tighter so the pose is not as spread-eagled as Yellow Bastard's. As you can see, he doesn't stand squarely on his feet now, but he still stands by himself. Consensus would appear to be that the hairiness is too much. Looking at it today, in light of your comments and in the harsh light of day, I tend to agree. I've repainted the crotch with a much more subtle look. I've posted new photos on the Yahoo site. I can't wait to see what you do next. By popular demand, I'm giving James Marsters the same treatment. The Yellow Bastard legs aren't in scale for him, so I'm now on the lookout for suitable legs. So far the rest of the parts are assembled. FYI the photo at the beginning of this thread was modified by request of one of the board moderators.
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Post by Scullow on Aug 16, 2006 11:27:21 GMT -5
A remarkable piece of work Doug. The sculpting on the offending, to some people, appendage is stunning. How you managed to disguise the waist join is amazing. It's like its a one piece figure. I see what Sasha means about the legs, he even looks a little knock kneed to me. :-) Overall I think it's a brilliant piece of Art and you should be pround as hell.
great job
Paul
ps. I think the one with the less pubes looks better.
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Post by alcazarzgirl on Aug 16, 2006 12:14:27 GMT -5
Holy Crap! He is awesome. Your sculpt is absolutly wonderful. and looks very real. Much better with the "trim" you gave him.
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Post by MasterPizza on Aug 16, 2006 13:04:10 GMT -5
I think that maybe the legs of weapon x for marvel legends suits him great.
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Post by BuffySlayer on Aug 16, 2006 19:24:35 GMT -5
That trimming really served him well lol... even better!
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