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My first ever custom...Dr. Fate

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  • Random Axe
    The Voice of Reason
    • Apr 16, 2008
    • 4518

    My first ever custom...Dr. Fate

    This turned out pretty decent. I went with a low difficulty character that would also look good if done correctly. I'm not completely happy with the Aztec neckpiece so I'll re-do that part sometime soon. All in all, not bad for a first attempt.

    I went with the JLA Unlimited style helmet instead of the traditional one. I thought it would look more dynamic and unique. Yup, looking at this crappy picture taken from my crappy camera, that neckpiece as got to go. Ugh.

    Scott

    I almost had a psychic girlfriend but she dumped me before we met.

    If anyone here believes in psychokinesis, please raise my hand.
  • The Toyroom
    The Packaging King
    • Dec 31, 2004
    • 16653

    #2
    Great job for your 1st one! I actually don't mind that neckpiece....
    Think OUTSIDE the Box! For the BEST in Repro & Custom Packaging!

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    • monkey tennis
      "Kiss my face."
      • Jun 8, 2007
      • 2267

      #3


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      "I've just bought a house. It's got a Buck Rogers Toilet. One yank, all gone!"

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      • Brown Bear
        Still Old School
        • Feb 14, 2008
        • 7057

        #4
        Looks good man....I love seeing these.
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        • GreenLantern9999
          GL of Mego Sector
          • Oct 8, 2007
          • 995

          #5
          I like it, neck piece and all! I never followed Dr. Fate but I have always loved the look of him and you got it down to an art my friend!
          No body takes pot shots at Lubic! Good Journey

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          • The Bat
            Batman Fanatic
            • Jul 14, 2002
            • 13412

            #6
            That's really nice for a first-timer....are You sure You haven't done this before?
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            • Mr Havoc
              Veteran Member
              • Mar 27, 2008
              • 331

              #7
              Awesome, that looks great love it even the neckpiece.

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              • kept back
                Persistent Member
                • Aug 2, 2002
                • 1203

                #8
                Really cool! I love the gauntlets. Are those Doc Mego spell hands?
                Of all the souls I have encountered his was the most...human.

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                • raider5gt
                  Museum Tree Cutter
                  • Nov 25, 2007
                  • 1911

                  #9
                  He looks great man,i have never done a custom but seeing all the great work on here,i may attemp one

                  Never stand behind a cow when it sneezes.

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                  • toys2cool
                    Ultimate Mego Warrior
                    • Nov 27, 2006
                    • 28605

                    #10
                    he looks fresh dude,great job
                    "Time to nut up or shut up" -Tallahassee

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                    • MegoMonk
                      Career Member
                      • Jan 22, 2007
                      • 518

                      #11
                      I like the neck piece. Overall, a verg good custom!

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                      • Bizarro Amy
                        Formerly known as Del
                        • Dec 12, 2004
                        • 3336

                        #12
                        I like the way it turned out, especially the cape. I know how you feel about going back and looking at certain pieces, only to realize you don't like the way they turned out. The way you designed the necklace is very Megolike, and you should keep it that style. Did you hand-draw it? I would just redraw it and work on getting sharper lines until you're happy with it. Is it paper? Vinyl or pleather might be a good way to go with that too, as it reminds me very much of the black/gold necklace on Isis. Otherwise, it's a great first attempt, and I'm looking forward to seeing your future stuff.
                        Hey! Where's the waiter with the water for my daughter?

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                        • Random Axe
                          The Voice of Reason
                          • Apr 16, 2008
                          • 4518

                          #13
                          Wow.

                          Thanks for the cool feedback guys and gals. I did use Doc Mego spell hands for him. I didn't think any other kind would do him justice. The belt is just a piece of craft foam.

                          THe neckpiece was hand drawn on computer label paper, turned gold by prismacolor pencils and then covered with packing tape for a mild shine and for protection. I then cut around it with an exacto knife, used an additional glue stick for maximum bondage and there he is. I used to work for a magazine and comic book publisher, so I've got some old-school cut and paste tricks.

                          I used to paint 25mm miniatures for Ral Partha and my own gaming, so that's where my only true strength lies at this point. Thanks again for the awesome commentary. I've got a couple more figs in the beginning stages, so hopefully I'll have something new soon.

                          Scott
                          I almost had a psychic girlfriend but she dumped me before we met.

                          If anyone here believes in psychokinesis, please raise my hand.

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                          • jemboy2004
                            Persistent Member
                            • Aug 14, 2005
                            • 1703

                            #14
                            I love Dr. Fate and your custom is fantastic!

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                            • BlackKnight
                              The DarkSide Customizer
                              • Apr 16, 2005
                              • 14622

                              #15
                              Great Figure Scott. Nice take on the Character, ... Looking forward in seeing more. Congrats.
                              ... The Original Knight ..., Often Imitated, However Never Duplicated. The 1st Knight in Customs.


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