"Aliens Attack Alpena"- or Dave Mc actually attempts to sculpt

[Dave Mc]

My son has become a fan of this series of books "Michigan Chillers" and it's counterpart "American Chillers". He has a particular favorite called "Aliens Attack Alpena".

Of course there are no toys available for these, but he never feels that's a problem. He assumes the old man can just make anything he wants out of a spare Mego body, some material and some sculpty.

So not wanting to disappoint, and armed with a book cover picture and no sculpting talent, we proceeded.

Now, before looking at the pics, I just want to make sure all you "Aliens Attack Alpena" fans know I'm not going to start cranking these out for sale!



The final result is a masterpiece of custom artwork.



Okay, so I'm STILL not a sculptor. But at least I scored bonus points with my son.



I can't remember where the hands came from. James Brady bought a few sets years ago for the Tellerite custom. I think maybe Don did these?

[SlipperyLilSuckers]

Fantastic. Love it. Gee your son is growing up quick!

[megojim]

way to go Dave!
I'm sure he loves it . . . . could this be your mego meet exclusive?
hope all is well in Daveland
-jim

[SUP-Ronin]

Compared to that cover pic, I'd say you nailed it. Nice wrok. Those hands are perfect for him too.

[ScottA]

Now that's cool. Nice work.

[Megospidey]

The smile on that face says it all.

[almitysufx]

Dave, he looks great! I bet your boy was thrilled when you gave it to him. You probably score some cool dad points that day.

[Dave Mc]

Heh, he was the "art director" on the project. At one point I actually had to remove his head from between my eyes and the object I was trying to sculpt, as he positioned himself for a better view.

[thunderbolt]

Looks pretty good to me.

[rche]

very cool
you don't need the kudos from us tho, his smile says "dad's the best"

[jessica]

Congrats, Dave. Beautiful work and your son's smile says it all. Definitely some cool daddy points there.

[boss]

you paint better, sew better and now sculpt better than me... you sir are a triple threat.

great custom from a great dad.

[YANOULI]

Looks good Dave.

Could the hands be re-worked ones from the Tomland Morlock figure? They look similar.

[kingdom warrior]

That's Just awesome!!!!!

[Tothiro]

Aces! (Now where's the Cthulu lake alien/monster?)