DarkArtist's Creations of DOOM!

[MaulFan]

Josh is that Alba for a F4 Susan Storm figure?

[The ill Jedi]

Josh, don't pay that prick any mind man, you shoulda sent him a dog turd along with his $10. :D

Your Subject 805 repaint looks great bro! :rock

[venakin skywalker]

i think she's really saying "that one-armed dude next to me is creeping me out."

"He looks familiar... I think I might have ^^^^ed him over in this one movie... oh wait thats right it was that horrible movie called awake.."

[The Josh]

Nice pics Josh. I seeing all the figures naked like that just makes me laugh for some reason. Your talent just brings them to life I know that much.

[galactiboy]

Man, thats a lot of work... is that Deckard by chance mine? If it is, with just a base coat he is nearly unrecognizable.

[chapuchi]

Thanks Chapuchi. My favorite at this current time is the Games Workshop Fine Detail brush. But any of that similar type works well for fine lines and such...

The biggest key is watering down your paint a bit so it's highly controllable. The thicker the paint or the dryer it gets, the harder it is to paint a nice crisp line.


Thanks for the tips DA, looks like I'll be stopping by the nearest Games Workshop store today.

Wow you got a really big work load there...especially all those Joker heads at the top! *hopes one of them is mine*

I just noticed the hexagon pattern pic there, I still can't believe the amount of detail and time you put in other people's customs!

[Les Walker]

Those are some cool shots J. Love that Alba! Can't wait to see your finished Jokers too.

[DarkArtist81]

Man, thats a lot of work... is that Deckard by chance mine? If it is, with just a base coat he is nearly unrecognizable.

Yes indeed it is! It's great how only one coat of paint will show how nice a sculpt it. Paint changes everything.

And thanks everyone, I really do appreciate the support. It's crazy how things get sometimes. And Josh, it is funny seeing a desk full of naked figures. Makes me laugh every day... especially when I try to explain it to outsiders. :lol

Anyway, here is another glorious entry in DarkArtist's Half Naked Pin Up gallery! Finished Xenia Onatop...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4238.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4239.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4240.jpg

[galactiboy]

Yes indeed it is! It's great how only one coat of paint will show how nice a sculpt it. Paint changes everything.


That is awesome, just like that you can see how much it actually looks like Ford, whereas before those stock paints (with one iris much larger than the other) were just atrocious! Glad to see he is in the right hands :rock

And that Xenia is another fine entry into the pin-up gallery :rock

[Sachiel]

I think she looks rather man-ish.

Sorry. I don't know what to add.

Maybe she's missing something?

[Reinhardt]

Onatopp looks great! Do you have her machine gun that makes her get off when fired?

[Shropt]

Yeah, screw the douche Josh!!

As I've said before, with every repaint you are getting better. The longer it takes to get your head the better it will be. :D

[Anzik Hayes]

You guys amaze me. I can apply paint evenly and i think I actually improve a bit on the factory jobs, but you guys can impart life into them that just eludes me at the moment.

Josh any asswipe that threatens to sue over $10 deserves a habanero suppository. You're part of an elite group that can transform plastic to something much more human. If I were you I would PM the other commission artists who this guy is and what to watch out for. Time is money with this stuff and his impatience means that the time you spent on his stuff was time you couldn't spend on a paying customer. He owes you more than $10.
Let the custom community know about this guy and let him play hell trying to get anything done.

[DarkKnight2k4]

Thanks everyone! I'm really happy with Rorschach, my favorite custom of my career so far. A looooong time coming. Can't wait to try and tackle the Comedian. :rock

Tonight I will be showing pics of the upcoming Wesley sculpt (Spenser's), a Joker stand and my 2nd Joker custom (almost done)...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4215.jpg

Amazing... I can't believe how well that is...

I WANT MINE >>> !!!

[QUOTE=chapuchi;832090]You're making the wait for mine even more hard! :monkey5 :rock:rock

Tell me about it.

Thanks Anzik!

Today was Hell. I've been having huge problems with a guy lately. He paid me to make a set of zombies for him, he paid a few months ago and I started working on the stuff he sent. Later he decided to back out of the deal and requested his money back. I contacted him and asked for his PP address, he emailed me back a week later, angry. He said that I had not contacted him...

I responded again, saying that had already emailed him asking for the addy. I told him that I was sending him the money, and that I didn't appreciate him wasting my time on this commission.

I sent him back $40 of the $50 he paid, stating that I was charging a cancellation fee to reimburse me on the time lost as well as shipping for the items I had gotten for the commission.

He got pissed off and threatened legal action, saying that I was being unfair and not treating him right.

I'm at a loss, am I really wrong here? :banghead

Screw him... wonder if he would rather you deduct, time and materials due to cancellation !!! Then I am sure you could come up witha bigger number. ARSE !

Yeah, screw him... I'm not dealing with it anymore.

Anyway, here are the daylight pics of 805...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4222.jpg

Looks great ! !! ! As always.

looks the makings of an orgy.:lol

LMAO!


Yes indeed it is! It's great how only one coat of paint will show how nice a sculpt it. Paint changes everything.

And thanks everyone, I really do appreciate the support. It's crazy how things get sometimes. And Josh, it is funny seeing a desk full of naked figures. Makes me laugh every day... especially when I try to explain it to outsiders. :lol

Anyway, here is another glorious entry in DarkArtist's Half Naked Pin Up gallery! Finished Xenia Onatop...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4238.jpg


Vogue VOgue Vogue ! lol.

[orbitingx]

Here is my workload at the current time, at least half of it... :lol

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4237.jpg



:chew....................:rock

You made my morning Josh!!

[The Josh]

And Josh, it is funny seeing a desk full of naked figures. Makes me laugh every day... especially when I try to explain it to outsiders. :lol

I bet. I have a hard enough time explaining my fully clothed ones to my friends and family. :lol

[Snake Sucker]

Man Josh, everytime I see another pic of your Joker I want mine more and more. Just superb.

That zombie is incredible too, the tongue especially. :monkey5

[DarkArtist81]

I think she looks rather man-ish.

Sorry. I don't know what to add.

Maybe she's missing something?

It's the sculpt. The thing that throws it off is the jawline. They gave Famke this extremely strong jawline that makes her look too much like a man. Almost a caricature of the actress herself. This was the most feminine I could make her look... :lol

It took a lot of work. Famke is much much hotter. She still looks really good in person, these pics don't really do it justice at all.

[King Darkness]

I want to see some toy boobie:naughty

[toyadventurer]

Oh, and Toyadventurer... Your Joker head is shipping next week. :joy

Awesome! I'm very excited about receiving this head.!!!

[Sick Boy 82]

Hey Josh, was the Rorschach a one time thing or are you thinking of doing a whole Watchmen line or even producing more of him?? I would love to see what you could do with some of the other characters!!

[The Craw]

Yeah, screw the douche Josh!!

As I've said before, with every repaint you are getting better. The longer it takes to get head the better it will be. :D:rock:rock

[DarkArtist81]

Hey Josh, was the Rorschach a one time thing or are you thinking of doing a whole Watchmen line or even producing more of him?? I would love to see what you could do with some of the other characters!!

Thanks a lot guys... I think he is off of my back now.. :lol

And yeah, Zack... I am looking into a possibility of creating Rorschach as a Commission project at my site. Just trying to solve the coat issue. I WILL at least be casting the head and hat together as one sculpt. Easiest way to make sure I have hats available. So I will be offering Rorschach as a head that can be ordered... at least.

I DO want to make The Comedian and Dr. Manhattan eventually as well. Lots coming in the future. Right now I am molding my original Joker head, the old school one. Need to make a few customs for people and that head will also be available.

Two Face will be the next mold, so if anyone wants that one... keep an eye out. He will be coming and will also be available for purchase on my site. :rock

Josh

P.S: For those waiting on shipping, I do sincerely apologize. My emergency sale funds went to bills and the money I have in my PP, I was hoping I would have my debit card by now and be able to access.

But I can't wait on that any longer... so I just transferred the funds and as soon as they get into my account (later in the week, hopefully Wed)... the stuff will be on it's way. Again, I'm very very sorry it is taking so damn long.

It's a nice pile, like 15 boxes. :google

[Sick Boy 82]

Two Face will be the next mold, so if anyone wants that one... keep an eye out. He will be coming and will also be available for purchase on my site. :rock

YES!! Can't wait to see a full figure!

Do you know if they will be showing Harvey nice and pretty in DK or will he be shown as Two-Face as well??!!

Sucks I can't get to your site at work. I'll definitley check it out at home tonight.

[DarkArtist81]

YES!! Can't wait to see a full figure!

Do you know if they will be showing Harvey nice and pretty in DK or will he be shown as Two-Face as well??!!

Sucks I can't get to your site at work. I'll definitley check it out at home tonight.

Thanks man! I don't know about Two Face yet... I know that they revealed some footage somewhere of Two Face, just keeping the face hidden. So I'm thinking he DOES appear... just not sure how much of the movie Two Face will actually be a part of.

http://darkartist81.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dscn4181.jpg

[Les Walker]

P.S: For those waiting on shipping, I do sincerely apologize. My emergency sale funds went to bills and the money I have in my PP, I was hoping I would have my debit card by now and be able to access.

But I can't wait on that any longer... so I just transferred the funds and as soon as they get into my account (later in the week, hopefully Wed)... the stuff will be on it's way. Again, I'm very very sorry it is taking so damn long.

It's a nice pile, like 15 boxes. :google



You just answered my question. :D
Good luck with all that bro. I got some shipping to do soon as well.

[DarkArtist81]

You just answered my question. :D
Good luck with all that bro. I got some shipping to do soon as well.

Cool! I was just about to email you or call you to let you know.. :lol

You read my mind again bro!

[Les Walker]

Cool! I was just about to email you or call you to let you know.. :lol

You read my mind again bro!

You can always call, bro. :rock You so wouldn't believe the house now! :joy

[mrhatrulez]

Who is that between Luke and Jessica Alba?

[chapuchi]

The Rorschach heads and hat sounds like a great idea Josh. I'm sure I speak for everyone on this board that we can wait a little longer for our commissions we have from you.


YES!! Can't wait to see a full figure!

Do you know if they will be showing Harvey nice and pretty in DK or will he be shown as Two-Face as well??!!

Sucks I can't get to your site at work. I'll definitley check it out at home tonight.

I heard that you won't see much of him as Two-Face to lead into the next movie.

[saintsyn]

Killer idea on the suit for Two-Face... loved the way it turned out!

[Shropt]

Who is that between Luke and Jessica Alba?

Hasbro Speederbike Leia, I believe.

[DarkKnight2k4]

Thanks a lot guys... I think he is off of my back now.. :lol

And yeah, Zack... I am looking into a possibility of creating Rorschach as a Commission project at my site. Just trying to solve the coat issue. I WILL at least be casting the head and hat together as one sculpt. Easiest way to make sure I have hats available. So I will be offering Rorschach as a head that can be ordered... at least.

I DO want to make The Comedian and Dr. Manhattan eventually as well. Lots coming in the future. Right now I am molding my original Joker head, the old school one. Need to make a few customs for people and that head will also be available.

Two Face will be the next mold, so if anyone wants that one... keep an eye out. He will be coming and will also be available for purchase on my site. :rock

Josh

P.S: For those waiting on shipping, I do sincerely apologize. My emergency sale funds went to bills and the money I have in my PP, I was hoping I would have my debit card by now and be able to access.

But I can't wait on that any longer... so I just transferred the funds and as soon as they get into my account (later in the week, hopefully Wed)... the stuff will be on it's way. Again, I'm very very sorry it is taking so damn long.

It's a nice pile, like 15 boxes. :google



Awesome news DA. Glad to hear things are coming together for you and you are getting stuff out there.

Can't wait to see some more.

Will you be offering a Two-Face piece to guys like us ? :monkey5

[DarkKnight2k4]

Hasbro Speederbike Leia, I believe.

Hasblo Hoth Leia. :monkey3

[DarkArtist81]

Hasblo Hoth Leia. :monkey3

:D Yep, that is her. Slow coming, but coming nontheless. :lol

And yes, Two Face will be available just like Joker was. In fact, he is a bit easier to make, seeing as though I don't have to paint any shirt patterns. :joy

[Kabukiman]

I still can't get over the painted shirt pattern. You may be the most patient man alive...

[Shai Hulud]

Thanks Zack, I appreciate it bro. You always make me laugh, especially after 60 shots of Cider. :lol

Ok, well... tonight was eventful. I got a bit further on a Galvatron model that is giving me Hell and a little bit further on the Wesley heads. But what was really the showstopper tonight was the completion of a custom for my personal collection. Something I have been working on for at least a year now. I'm very happy to present... my custom Rorschach.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4209.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4208.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4210.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4205.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4207.jpg




I'm reading Watchmen right now....THAT IS MY NEW FAVORITE CUSTOM FROM YOU JOSH..BRILLANT.

[DarkArtist81]

I'm reading Watchmen right now....THAT IS MY NEW FAVORITE CUSTOM FROM YOU JOSH..BRILLANT.

Thanks a lot Shai! I just got done reading Watchmen again and it just gets better with each new read. I love it. And Rorschach is for sure my favorite custom figure on my shelf. :rock

I can't even count the Joker, because I don't even have one on my shelf yet. :lol

I still can't get over the painted shirt pattern. You may be the most patient man alive...

Oh man, it is a pain... :banghead

It usually takes me a few hours of repetition to get that pattern right. It's not easy by any means. Makes me wish I were making these shirts from scratch, I could just print the pattern on the fabric and sew em up. Would be easier. :duh

But the hand painting aspect is kinda fun, brings it to an entire new level.

[Les Walker]

You're doing great work with these, Josh.

[abstractharmony]

Use the Timothy Dalton Bond head for the Comedian Base head, just sculpt a tash and paint as necessary.

[DarkKnight2k4]

:D Yep, that is her. Slow coming, but coming nontheless. :lol

And yes, Two Face will be available just like Joker was. In fact, he is a bit easier to make, seeing as though I don't have to paint any shirt patterns. :joy

LoL. It's cool. Any chance you have something on hand we can use as a body upgrade ?

Well I think yuo will be making many of us happy with that two face !

Thanks a lot Shai! I just got done reading Watchmen again and it just gets better with each new read. I love it. And Rorschach is for sure my favorite custom figure on my shelf. :rock

I can't even count the Joker, because I don't even have one on my shelf yet. :lol



Oh man, it is a pain... :banghead

It usually takes me a few hours of repetition to get that pattern right. It's not easy by any means. Makes me wish I were making these shirts from scratch, I could just print the pattern on the fabric and sew em up. Would be easier. :duh

But the hand painting aspect is kinda fun, brings it to an entire new level.

hence why I respect you and your work so much.

[Buttmunch]

Hey Josh, this may help you with the Jokers:

http://www.zshare.net/image/100836115b155d15/

Very nice, HI-Res image.

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks man! I actually have that image as my background right now! :lol

It's a great reference, and my new face paint model for the future. :D

And today I sent a HUGE haul of mail out to various people, glad to be rid of the large pile of boxes in my room at long last. Still have a bunch to ship as well... it never ends.

[DarkArtist81]

Oh! I also successfully cast my other Joker head and my Two Face, Very nice molds too, only a few bubbles show up on the casts, easily fixed.

But I am very proud, my FIRST successful Mold. :rock

[galactiboy]

Congrats... but I thought you made the molds for the Ledger heads?

[DarkArtist81]

Congrats... but I thought you made the molds for the Ledger heads?

No, Les did the honors there. He hooked me up on it, thankfully. :duff

[Les Walker]

I was most honored to help you there Josh.
BTW, that AWESOME shot Buttmunch provided, is the one I used to paint the head I did for him. Amazing shot. Way into the story no doubt, as he is pretty worn, but it looks so cool.
Major stuff going on with you Josh. I am both proud and honored to have helped you in any way. Glad to hear your mold came out. They are scary for me. You never know if they will come out right or not. I am no master of molds, so each is a passage in it's own right.

Anyway, great stuff going on here.

[DarkKnight2k4]

Oh! I also successfully cast my other Joker head and my Two Face, Very nice molds too, only a few bubbles show up on the casts, easily fixed.

But I am very proud, my FIRST successful Mold. :rock

AWESOME !!!! :chew

Thanks man! I actually have that image as my background right now! :lol

It's a great reference, and my new face paint model for the future. :D

And today I sent a HUGE haul of mail out to various people, glad to be rid of the large pile of boxes in my room at long last. Still have a bunch to ship as well... it never ends.

NICE !!!!! Can't wait !!!

[DarkKnight2k4]

Can't let the main man DA drop too far down !!! :)

[DarkArtist81]

Can't let the main man DA drop too far down !!! :)

:lol Thanks DK! The Old school Joker mold came out perfectly and I'm finally getting that one done for you very soon.. Had one for you and one for another person, finished with the other one and yours is next. It's looking great, pics soon! :rock

[DarkArtist81]

Ok, here is my Comic Book "DA Style" Joker 2.0...enjoy.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4252.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4253.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4255.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4256.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4258.jpg

[The Craw]

great!!! the joker in general is just a kick ass character.

[drjedisith]

love it man! such a cool addition to your dark arts gallery!!

[Sick Boy 82]

Wow man, just wow. That's one evil ass looking Joker man!!! He looks more evil than the Heath Joker. Amazing work once again!

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks a lot guys, I finally got around to casting the head and the buyer of this one wanted the hair in front removed, so I did.

And when it came time to build him, I wanted to deviate from my older clothing and face paint design...

http://darkartist81.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dscn3872.jpg

So I dyed the shirt green, painted orange stripes on the tie and square and gave him a dark green vest. I also painted his hands a lighter purple. :rock

[galactiboy]

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4252.jpg

Wow Josh, what can I say... this is awesome! I love him, even more than the original version or the Ledger! This is unbelievable... and the paint work is fantastic.

Very, very impressed... this maybe a new favorite :rock

[bwayne]

Ok, here is my Comic Book "DA Style" Joker 2.0...enjoy.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4252.jpg


http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4258.jpg

Looks great. I can't wait for mine to be finished.

[Buttmunch]

That new Joker looks great. I see a bit of Jack, Ledger, Ross, and your own pesonal twists to him. Very awesome. I like both the slicked back hair and the original one. I see the slicked back as how he would regularly have it, but when he is freaking out (while doing the things he does), the front would pop out. Joker looks great in either Purple or Black!

Awesome as always :rock

[DarkArtist81]

Looks great. I can't wait for mine to be finished.

Thanks guys! And Bwayne... this one IS yours. :naughty

Very glad you approve, I wasn't sure if you would have welcomed the changes... But I went with it. :rock

I will take better shots tomorrow for sure. Tonight was just a quick thing. I'm going to be painting all night to try and catch up a bit.

[DarkArtist81]

And also, this custom... like much of my work lately... will be available for anyone to commission at any time. Or even just a painted cast. I will add it to my site this weekend and if anyone is wanting one, just let me know... :rock

[barryo]

wow DA i dont know which i like more .......the slicked back version or the one with some strands hanging down.............if i were a man of endless wealth i would have to go with both versions.............outstanding work....:rock

[DarkArtist81]

I really appreciate it Barryo! Everyone's response so far has been amazing! I'm really happy with it. And now I don't know which version I like more either. :lol

[bwayne]

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4252.jpg

WOW. When I ordered this originally from you, I thought I would be getting the standard black suit, white shirt and black tie and I was happy. After seeing the finished product, I am blown away. That looks fantastic.

[Cocoboloboy]

Wow! That's a great custom Joker you got there bwayne.

Great job Josh! :rock

[Voorhees27]

Amazing work Josh, I LOVE it! Its just awesome!

[Les Walker]

Very nice Joker variant Josh!
I like the slicked back hair look. Like both, but this one is awesome.

[C-Phan]

I'll try to draw a quick sketch of my Riddler version and I'll suggest you asap (dam' I don't know if I write that on the right board ?)

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks a lot guys! It was a lot of fun, and I am sooo pleased that you like it Bwayne. I really wanted to make it cool for you bro. Here, as promised, are the extra pics...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4259.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4260.jpg

[The Craw]

I'll try to draw a quick sketch of my Riddler version and I'll suggest you asap (dam' I don't know if I write that on the right board ?)
yes!! could we possibly see a DA riddler in the future? that would kick so much ass!!!

[DarkArtist81]

yes!! could we possibly see a DA riddler in the future? that would kick so much ass!!!

I really want to! I know that Mr. Freeze is in the works, Poison Ivy, and more. Riddler would be interesting also, and I would want to do something unique with him. Not just the question suit, something a bit cooler than that. :duff

[The Craw]

I really want to! I know that Mr. Freeze is in the works, Poison Ivy, and more. Riddler would be interesting also, and I would want to do something unique with him. Not just the question suit, something a bit cooler than that. :dufflooking foward to it man.:rock i love the batman rogue library. great characters.

[bwayne]

Thanks a lot guys! It was a lot of fun, and I am sooo pleased that you like it Bwayne. I really wanted to make it cool for you bro. Here, as promised, are the extra pics...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4259.jpg



These pics are even better. I love the extras, especially the Aquafina bottles. Are they included?:D

[Les Walker]

:lol:lol:lol
Can't have the Joker without the Aquafina bottles!

[drjedisith]

that h20 gives the joka his strenfth!! :D

[orbitingx]

Thanks a lot guys! It was a lot of fun, and I am sooo pleased that you like it Bwayne. I really wanted to make it cool for you bro. Here, as promised, are the extra pics...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4259.jpg


Wicked Joker.........I like this take on him with the slick pomade hair.

Is it Dapper Dan or Fop.....:duh


Home run again!!

[MaulFan]

Josh, this picture looks as though your Ledger Joker and Les' Nicholson Joker had an illegitimate love child together :lol All joking aside, he looks fantastic and I think it works better with the slicked back hair. Great job dude, creative freedom is really paying off for you :rock

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4256.jpg

[DarkArtist81]

Thank you guys so much, I really appreciate all the Joker love! This one was a lot of fun, I had it ready for Bwayne and wanted to blow it out of the water. And it was a good excuse to try out the new mold. I wanted to separate it from my Ledger, so I went with the comic style white skin. I just added blackness on the eyes and smudges, where I imagined the black makeup and red lipstick had ran.

Then I just took my existing old Joker suit and revamped it for my good buddy Bwayne... and it was finished. :rock

I'm really happy with it and now I have another figure that can be made to order with the quickness. :D

[galactiboy]

Its a really awesome Joker Josh... really one of my favorite works that you've done. You are really gonna have one badass rogue's gallery once its all done.

[Les Walker]

It is a marriage of several Jokers indeed, all run through the DarkArtist filter, and that can never be good...for the good guys! Unless you're Batman! And we have yet to see that one presented. I am imagining more darkness yet to come!

[Snake Sucker]

Looks fantastic Josh.

Really like the colour coordination of his tie and the hankie in his suit pocket.

[Darren Carnall]

:rock :rock :rock

[Mortar Conn]

Josh:

Did you get my PM with my mailing address for Anakin? Thanks

MC

[DarkArtist81]

Josh:

Did you get my PM with my mailing address for Anakin? Thanks

MC

Yes indeed I did! And it will be going out on Monday. Thanks MC, sorry for the delay!

And thanks as well to everyone for the Joker comments. :rock

[Reinhardt]

Awesome work Josh!!!!! LOVE that Joker.

[DarkKnight2k4]

:lol Thanks DK! The Old school Joker mold came out perfectly and I'm finally getting that one done for you very soon.. Had one for you and one for another person, finished with the other one and yours is next. It's looking great, pics soon! :rock

Holy crap ! Now I'm getting excited *grabs the kleenex* ....

Can't wait to see bro !

So glad you are getting back into the groove... no to mention, to see that things are falling back into place for you overall.

[DarkKnight2k4]

Thanks a lot guys! It was a lot of fun, and I am sooo pleased that you like it Bwayne. I really wanted to make it cool for you bro. Here, as promised, are the extra pics...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4259.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4260.jpg

Holy !!!!!

Makes me almost regret changing my order to the Heath version...

Almost... not 100%... ;)

[P@CK@R@CK]

All I can say is WOW! If I had the extra scratch I would soooo be all over one of these. They are definitely pieces of art. The level of detail astounds. DA you are a master!

[DarkKnight2k4]

Man I can't wait to see more.. so a little bump to keep the MAN on top !

[DarkArtist81]

Man I can't wait to see more.. so a little bump to keep the MAN on top !

Thanks for keeping the thread alive man! And thanks for reminding me about the Joker, I almost forgot about that.

Here is Rory's loooong awaited Jack Sparrow. Just needs the hands repainted. I am really happy with it, my favorite Medi Jack I have done to date.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4264.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4266.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4265.jpg

[galactiboy]

Looks great, funny how his face used to be the same color as his hands :lol

And that body behind him looks suspicously like a cowled crusader?

[Reinhardt]

outstanding work yet again Josh!! you continue to amaze me with your creations.

[DarkArtist81]

Looks great, funny how his face used to be the same color as his hands :lol

And that body behind him looks suspicously like a cowled crusader?

Thanks... and good eye GB... Indeed it is.. :naughty

[The Mike]

As much as I love your Jokers....once you start offering up Rorshachs then I'll be drooling and sending cash! :lol

[DarkArtist81]

As much as I love your Jokers....once you start offering up Rorshachs then I'll be drooling and sending cash! :lol

It might be sooner than you think. And I am doing another as we speak with another (easier to obtain) coat. So if that works out, I might actually be able to commission a small run of them! :rock

[The Mike]

My Hero!!! :clap

[Sick Boy 82]

It might be sooner than you think. And I am doing another as we speak with another (easier to obtain) coat. So if that works out, I might actually be able to commission a small run of them! :rock

Sweet! Yeah Josh, not sucking up or anything, but yours seriously looks like the real figure and that one from the NYCC looks like crap. I can't believe how crappy that mask looked! Well done with an excellent figure again bro!

[DarkArtist81]

Sweet! Yeah Josh, not sucking up or anything, but yours seriously looks like the real figure and that one from the NYCC looks like crap. I can't believe how crappy that mask looked! Well done with an excellent figure again bro!

Thanks a lot Zack, I appreciate it bro. And I know if my stuff were looking bad, I could count on you to tell it to me straight. :rock2

I'm really happy with that figure, one of my grails. I got tired of waiting for a good one to be made and took matters into my own hands. :D

[DarkKnight2k4]

Thanks for keeping the thread alive man! And thanks for reminding me about the Joker, I almost forgot about that.

Here is Rory's loooong awaited Jack Sparrow. Just needs the hands repainted. I am really happy with it, my favorite Medi Jack I have done to date.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4264.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4266.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4265.jpg

You know it bro.

That looks amazing bro. You are in a class by yourself. :monkey5

It might be sooner than you think. And I am doing another as we speak with another (easier to obtain) coat. So if that works out, I might actually be able to commission a small run of them! :rock

NICE !!!!!!!! Can't wait.

Sweet! Yeah Josh, not sucking up or anything, but yours seriously looks like the real figure and that one from the NYCC looks like crap. I can't believe how crappy that mask looked! Well done with an excellent figure again bro!

I was going to say this. Hands down, DA's makes that one look like first grade work.

Thanks a lot Zack, I appreciate it bro. And I know if my stuff were looking bad, I could count on you to tell it to me straight. :rock2

I'm really happy with that figure, one of my grails. I got tired of waiting for a good one to be made and took matters into my own hands. :D

And boy am I glad you did bro !

[Anzik Hayes]

Josh can you post some better pics of those Wesley heads?

Please?

Pretty please?

[TheObsoleteMan]

Josh can you post some better pics of those Wesley heads?

Please?

Pretty please?

Yeah, let's see those masterpieces in all their glory.

[DarkArtist81]

Josh can you post some better pics of those Wesley heads?

Please?

Pretty please?

Can do! I will take some nice pics in the morning and get it done. :rock

They will be getting mailed out very soon too.

[Buttmunch]

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4264.jpg



That Jack looks great! I like that "take a number" sign next to that unfinished figure in the back. :D

[King Darkness]

Jack looks awesome Josh:clap

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks Guys! I'm really stunned by it, my best Jack so far! :banana

And yes, Buttmunch... It is the classic grenade "take a number" deck ornament. :lol

[Buttmunch]

Thanks Guys! I'm really stunned by it, my best Jack so far! :banana

And yes, Buttmunch... It is the classic grenade "take a number" deck ornament. :lol

:lol My grandpa has one of those. Scared the heck out of me as a kid.

I could just see you making it all burnt and have a number two on the pin :lol

[DarkKnight2k4]

Thanks Guys! I'm really stunned by it, my best Jack so far! :banana

And yes, Buttmunch... It is the classic grenade "take a number" deck ornament. :lol

I agree... you just keep getting better bro. Can't wait to see more and more.

[DarkArtist81]

Great news today! I finally found a freaking job!! It's not much, just at my local Regal Cinema theater. Pay will not be considerable, but at least it is work. Money at looong last. :rock

[MaulFan]

Congrats on your employment Josh, hey, could pay off with some nice benes for you, maybe you'll see Indy before the rest of the world in a "sneak preview" ;)

[BadMoon]

Great news today! I finally found a freaking job!! It's not much, just at my local Regal Cinema theater. Pay will not be considerable, but at least it is work. Money at looong last. :rock

Good job Josh! :rock I wish you the best!

[Buttmunch]

Great news today! I finally found a freaking job!! It's not much, just at my local Regal Cinema theater. Pay will not be considerable, but at least it is work. Money at looong last. :rock

That is fantastic news! Plus a fun place to work for, with I'm sure great benefits. Seeing movies early is one of the best things in the world I can think of. INDY! HULK! HELLBOY! THE DARK KNIGHT! CLONE WARS! You'll have a great summer of early shows! Congrats!

You got to let us know if there are ever any cool new trailers attached to things (DARK KNIGHT!).

May not be the best job in the world, but work is work. And ANY (legal) work is honorable. You really ought to mention your sweet painting and sculpting skills. Maybe you can make a cool display or poster or something for them? :rock

[TheObsoleteMan]

Great news today! I finally found a freaking job!! It's not much, just at my local Regal Cinema theater. Pay will not be considerable, but at least it is work. Money at looong last. :rock

Score!

If you get to watch the movies for free, then double score!

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks a lot guys! It was cool talking to one of the managers tonight, he is a huge Batman fan.. so we talked about that for a while. And I do get to see movies for free, one of my favorite perks back in the day when I worked there in 1999.

(Back then I watched The Matrix like 5 times, Phantom Menace 4 times, The Mummy 3 times... it was a cool summer. Can't even imagine this year! :google)

It's work at least, even if it is going back to sweeping up popcorn and such. :lol

[Blake]

Nice summer to start working there dude. Iron Man, Indy, Will Smith's flick, etc..

[The Josh]

Congrats Josh!

[pixletwin]

I was a projectionist at a local theater when I was in school and it was one of the coolest experiences of my life... really. :lol

[galactiboy]

And if they aren't all digital you can pull a Tyler Durden and make it more interesting :lol

But seriously, congrats on scoring a job! :rock

[superdoug]

congrates on the job. you'll have to let us know how many times you see some of the movies.

[DarkKnight2k4]

Great news today! I finally found a freaking job!! It's not much, just at my local Regal Cinema theater. Pay will not be considerable, but at least it is work. Money at looong last. :rock

Awesome news bro. I am really happy for you. Something is better than nothing.

Great year to be in that area.

Maybe you'll get hooked up with posters and the like too.

Congrats.

[Les Walker]

Dude, I am breathing some relief for you! Been worried.
And yeah, get us some loot! (And if not us, yourself for sure!) :rock

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks a lot guys! And you can be sure that if they start handing out Indy, Dark Knight, Hellboy or Iron Man swag.... I will grab a whole mess of it. :lol

I'm just happy to have a job... even if it's at a MUCH lower pay rate than I am used to. With the economy as it is, I'm just thankful to have gotten one at all.

[The Craw]

congrats on the new job man!! that's great. an old friend of mine used to work in a theater and he got to watch everything before the public. i remember when he got to see "fellowship of the ring" before everyone else and he wouldnt tell me anything about it no matter how much i begged.

[Rogue Trooper]

Good to hear you got a job, the first job i went for was working at a cinema, dissapionted i did'nt get it, stacked shop shevles instead.
Make sure you get some of those posters some of them you can make some good cash out off from ebay and the like. Something to do with being originals instead of the mass market prints you get in shops.

[Ironman1188]

Iron Man swag.

Damn straight!!! :monkey5

[DarkArtist81]

Tonight was busy as Hell. I just got done with Jack Sparrow for Rory, almost done with another Joker head, House head, a Transformer model kit and an Agent Smith for my own collection. Been a good night. Will take pics tomorrow when my eyes get done being blurry. :lol

[DarkArtist81]

As promised, here are pics!

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4269.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4270.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4271.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4272.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4273.jpg

[The Ringer]

Dude, amazing work as usual!

[King Darkness]

Smith looks awesome!!!! And who's Galvatron is that?, it looks sweat!!

[The Craw]

the wesleys look amazing!! which one's mine? actually you can keep mine and ship it out with my anakin and faramir. you got them, right?

[MaulFan]

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4270.jpg

"Mr. Anderson...."

Nice work Josh.

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks a lot guys! I've been wanting a Smith forever, and with the Triad Neo coming soon.. I figured I would go ahead and get him done. I still wish the sculpt was a little more lean in the face, but it works.

Galvatron is for a board member, zeiss. Who has been SUPER patient with me over the 6 months I have had it. I'm just happy to finally be almost done with it.

And Craw, I will do just that bro. Your Anakin and Faramir are right here and ready for my brush. :rock

[The Craw]

And Craw, I will do just that bro. Your Anakin and Faramir are right here and ready for my brush. :rockthat's great man. no need to ship multiple packages. save some cash and packing materials.:peace

[DarkArtist81]

that's great man. no need to ship multiple packages. save some cash and packing materials.:peace

That's awesome of you bro, any little bit helps. Especially for how long you have waited already. At least things are moving a bit faster now on the heads I do have. Should be able to finish a few more heads tonight. :rock

[King Darkness]

:rock :rock :rock :rock :rock :rock

[Les Walker]

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4270.jpg

"Mr. Anderson...."


That is awesome! I have one too, and anticipate that same Neo.
Great job! Now clone him about 30 times! :D

Like the House and the new Joker. That House is a B-word to paint! Admirable job bro!

[DarkArtist81]

:lol Yeah, I SOO wanted to do that. Cast that head and make like 6 of him... would be sweet as Hell, and still very well could happen down the line. :rock

And House is a pain, but I'm getting closer. Just need to add the brows and finish the eyes. It has been a looong process.

[superdoug]

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4270.jpg

"Mr. Anderson...."

Nice work Josh.


looks great. even with the glasses on the expression looks great. looks like you nailed him even the eyebrows.

[galactiboy]

Love the Agent Smith:rock

Is that from the set you can buy online?

[Buttmunch]

Smith looks great! Once the Reservoir Dogs come out, you should have access to a lot of Black and White suits to make your Smith army.

Your Joker is great as always withouth saying.

[DarkArtist81]

Love the Agent Smith:rock

Is that from the set you can buy online?

Yeah, the head is the ACI head that is everywhere online. The suit is that hard to find ACI suit. I found a few cheap somewhere and bought 2 sets. Nice suit too, if you can score it.

[zeiss]

As promised, here are pics!



http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4273.jpg

Galvatron looks great! I knew it would turn out well in your hands.

[DarkArtist81]

Galvatron looks great! I knew it would turn out well in your hands.

Thanks man! And that is without dings and such. I really love how it turned out, had me scared for a bit. :lol

But once I had the parts figured out, it came together at long last. Will be done and ready to go by tomorrow when I go to the Post Office. :rock2

[zeiss]

Awesome :joy While, it sounds like it was more frustrating than fun, I appreciate the care you put into it.

Perhaps I should try to find even more complicated model kits to send your way :lol

[eighthsamurai]

Love that Mr. Agent Smith!!! Looks awesome - best Smith custom I've seen yet by far.

[DarkArtist81]

Love that Mr. Agent Smith!!! Looks awesome - best Smith custom I've seen yet by far.

Thanks man! And I also think that when I get my tax money I am going to go ahead and get the parts I needed to make my custom Crow figure... Your avatar reminded me. :D

[Cocoboloboy]

As promised, here are pics!

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4269.jpg


Nice. I'm diggin' this one Josh. :cool: The build, pose and sculpt look just like Smith.

[Reinhardt]

Agent Smith and Galvatron looks phenomenal!!

And Congrats on the new job Josh. I used to work in a movie theatre myself. LOVED it.

[DarkKnight2k4]

Thanks a lot guys! And you can be sure that if they start handing out Indy, Dark Knight, Hellboy or Iron Man swag.... I will grab a whole mess of it. :lol


NICE ! We'll hold you to it !

Hope you enjoy it ! Nice week coming up ! :naughty

As promised, here are pics!

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4269.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4270.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4271.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4272.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4273.jpg

Awesome work all around bro ! That is amazing stuff.




As always !

[Snake Sucker]

Great work on Galvatron Josh!!

By the by, did you get my PM?

[Captain Faramir]

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4270.jpg

"Mr. Anderson...."

Nice work Josh.

MUST FIND SCULPT!

MUST MAKE CUSTOM ELROND!!!


Where on earth did you get this head sculpt?!? I've got to get one! I could totally whip us all kinds of robes for him--I've even started the early patterns to make the Council of Elrond red robes. How do I find one?!?!? :monkey5

[eighthsamurai]

Thanks man! And I also think that when I get my tax money I am going to go ahead and get the parts I needed to make my custom Crow figure... Your avatar reminded me. :D

awesome!!!!! that is very good news indeed. can't wait to see it, i really can't.

[DarkKnight2k4]

MUST FIND SCULPT!

MUST MAKE CUSTOM ELROND!!!


Where on earth did you get this head sculpt?!? I've got to get one! I could totally whip us all kinds of robes for him--I've even started the early patterns to make the Council of Elrond red robes. How do I find one?!?!? :monkey5

GREAT IDEA !!!!! Can't ait to see !

[Les Walker]

Good luck on that Cap. It is a great head for a Smith, but not too sure it has the subtleties of Elrond within the sculpt, as in, it isn't quite as close a likeness as that...but it's not bad. Makes for a decent Smith though.

[DarkArtist81]

Good luck on that Cap. It is a great head for a Smith, but not too sure it has the subtleties of Elrond within the sculpt, as in, it isn't quite as close a likeness as that...but it's not bad. Makes for a decent Smith though.

Yeah, what Les said. It's an ok likeness, just a tad fat in the face and droopy in the eyes. :lol

It's the ACI Smith head... Just do a search on ebay for ACI 1/6 head and you will find it. It's all over the place. They also do an entire Saving Private Ryan set as well. Some iffy likenesses but pretty close.

[bwayne]

MUST FIND SCULPT!

MUST MAKE CUSTOM ELROND!!!


Where on earth did you get this head sculpt?!? I've got to get one! I could totally whip us all kinds of robes for him--I've even started the early patterns to make the Council of Elrond red robes. How do I find one?!?!? :monkey5

Here you go.

http://cgi.ebay.com/1-6-Scale-12-Matrix-Agent-Smith-Nude-Body-w-Head_W0QQitemZ370040470058QQihZ024QQcategoryZ27294 QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1713.m153.l1262

By the way, great as always Josh.

[Captain Faramir]

If I could have somebody like Darren alter it though, it could be fine--it would make a great base, and with his talents it could be amazing!

I need to start saving up for this custom--it may be my first full custom effort. Hmm. You've put my mind to work, Josh . . .

[DarkKnight2k4]

Bumping for a great guy and his great work....

HOw are things bro?

How is the Job and the project?

[DarkArtist81]

Hey guys! Yeah, been a busy couple of days over here. Mailing stuff, had orientation at work. Will be starting tomorrow and will be working throughout the weekend. But painting will resume ASAP. :rock

[Shai Hulud]

Hey guys! Yeah, been a busy couple of days over here. Mailing stuff, had orientation at work. Will be starting tomorrow and will be working throughout the weekend. But painting will resume ASAP. :rock

In other words...

STOP WITH THE GODAMN PM'S !!! YOU'LL HAVE YOUR STUFF SOON ENOUGH !!! :lol:lol:lol

[DarkArtist81]

In other words...

STOP WITH THE GODAMN PM'S !!! YOU'LL HAVE YOUR STUFF SOON ENOUGH !!! :lol:lol:lol

:lol:lol:lol:lol:lol:lol:lol

[King Darkness]

In other words...

STOP WITH THE GODAMN PM'S !!! YOU'LL HAVE YOUR STUFF SOON ENOUGH !!! :lol:lol:lol



:rock :rock :rock :rock :rock

[DarkArtist81]

Here is another Joker I finished today... And even more changes to the detail... as always, a work in progress.. :D

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4298.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4299.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4300.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4301.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4302.jpg

[The Craw]

that looks like your best one yet man!! keep it up.

[great1]

Everytime you do a Ledger Joker head I think it tops the one before, amazing work!

[Buttmunch]

You just keep improving on that Joker Josh. Love the runny lipstick, very much like the make-up at the end of the first theatrical trailer. Awesome, awesome, awesome.

I really can't wait to see what you and Les do with the Mattel figure. I may need you guys to improve mine as well.

[DarkArtist81]

Everytime you do a Ledger Joker head I think it tops the one before, amazing work!

Thanks man! Yours will be coming out to you early next week when I got some dough. :rock

And I think I'm getting these down now, I did this one all today. Start to finish. So I might be able to get done faster than I thought. The one in the pics above will be going out to Michael Crawford. :D

And BM, I'll be down for painting it bro. Should have one done myself here soon, so I can see how hard it will be to do.. We will see. :lol

[galactiboy]

Awesome work Josh :rock

[DarkArtist81]

Awesome work Josh :rock

Thanks a lot GB! This project has been a fun one. I love how much deviation Les, myself and others have gotten out of this sculpt. It's great. :duff

[DarkKnight2k4]

In other words...

STOP WITH THE GODAMN PM'S !!! YOU'LL HAVE YOUR STUFF SOON ENOUGH !!! :lol:lol:lol

:rotfl:rotfl:mwaha

Hey guys! Yeah, been a busy couple of days over here. Mailing stuff, had orientation at work. Will be starting tomorrow and will be working throughout the weekend. But painting will resume ASAP. :rock

nICE ... GREAT week to start ! Let us know how you enjoy it. :banana

Here is another Joker I finished today... And even more changes to the detail... as always, a work in progress.. :D

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4298.jpg


that looks like your best one yet man!! keep it up.

I agree... I love the smearing of the red down his chin. Amazing.

I am so psyched to get mine ! !

[Les Walker]

Wow Josh! That Joker is coming on really strong! Many improvements since day one. Many I recognize. :D You really are an astounding study! You see much and learn and apply what you learn.
Great work and great job. MC is gonna get one hell of a figure there. He should be proud. I know I am, of you. :rock

[DarkArtist81]

Wow Josh! That Joker is coming on really strong! Many improvements since day one. Many I recognize. :D You really are an astounding study! You see much and learn and apply what you learn.
Great work and great job. MC is gonna get one hell of a figure there. He should be proud. I know I am, of you. :rock

Thank you so much Les... I'm really so lucky to be able to do this many Jokers, and to see what you have done with it. It's been a lovely work in progress, making each new head an experiment in and of itself. That recent reference pic really helped too, gave me much to work with. :rock

(p.s) I just got back from work, 8 hours at the theater... and Good GOD are my feet hurting. I was very stupid and wore boots. It's very painful. :monkey2

[drunk_leprechaun]

Here is another Joker I finished today... And even more changes to the detail... as always, a work in progress.. :D

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4298.jpg


good god Josh!@ These just keep turning out better and better! Send me the one of the last so its bound to turn up super fabulous! :lol:lol:lol

[Les Walker]

Josh has done an astounding job with this! HT will have to do a lot to top it! :rock

[customfig]

That is totally awesome DA! :rock

[Bat Eater]

i luv your 2 jokers :monkey5:monkey5:monkey5:monkey5 i luv ur customs :bow:bow:bow

[Anzik Hayes]

I won't take up your important PM space Josh. Mailman brought it today!! Thanks dude you rock!!:blissy

[DarkArtist81]

Josh has done an astounding job with this! HT will have to do a lot to top it! :rock

Thank you so much Les, I really do owe you a lot for guiding me to this point and giving me the courage to pursue this project. :rock

And Drunk Leprechaun... yours is coming up NEXT. :naughty

[chapuchi]

They just keep getting better and better Josh, really love how in the latest one the smears look more fluent and natural

[metaphorge]

Congrats on the new jobby job. :D

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks a bunch guys, I can't tell you how much I appreciate it. :rock

I do have some news.... A few months back when I announced my "retirement", I had outside motives that I did not reveal. I was in contact with my local Navy recruiter and was attempting a return to the fold, so to speak. I was going to go back to active duty and get my life back on track...

It, however, did not come to pass. I was in limbo for a while there, made a few trips to Tampa for paperwork and such. But, it turns out that since I went to a psychiatrist while I was still in the Navy and once after I got out, that they don't want to risk taking me back. I guess I'm too much of a head case. :lol

So, now I am in a hard spot. I'm working a minimum wage job, half of what I was making at my previous job, and it's a PT job, they don't have FT available. None of my other applications have proven fruitful, so no chance of a second PT job. And to make it even more fun, I can't go back to school yet because I only get one deferment per calendar year... :banghead

So, it is in my best interest to cancel my repainting "retirement" and become available again. I'm almost caught up on back logged work now anyway. So, now you guys know the whole story....

Anyone need anything, just let me know.. I'm VERY available now. :lol

[chapuchi]

Sorry to hear your original plans didn't come out as planned, hope things end up well for you.

I'm sure you've made a lot of people happy announcing that you'll be repainting again. For me, I personally can't wait until you post more pics of your collection, upcoming projects or heads :rock

[uscmhicks]

great to know your back painting !. Even More excellent work to come then !! :rock

[Sick Boy 82]

Damn man, wow. That is a pretty surprising thing to hear, especially coming from you. But it's to bad that things didn't go the way you wanted. I hope that you find something more substantial soon Josh!

[King Darkness]

Bummer Josh! I hate when ^^^^ just falls apart in front of you. I am going through my own fubar mess, and it f'n blows!!!

^^^^ our hospital system!!!!

Anyway, I am sure you will be bombarded with PMs for paint work. The Bale head sculpts are around the corner, so you can expect a bunch of those soon.

Hope things work out for you Josh!

[MaulFan]

Sorry things didn't go the way you hoped Josh. It sucks being caught in limbo and not being sure what moves to make to get yourself out of it, but I hope things pan out for you. Know your fellow freaks got your back :rock

[DarkArtist81]

Damn man, wow. That is a pretty surprising thing to hear, especially coming from you. But it's to bad that things didn't go the way you wanted. I hope that you find something more substantial soon Josh!

Thanks a lot guys, I need it... Last night, I actually thought my Wife might leave me. She and I were going back and forth, she wants me to get a degree in something, but do it in a way that is affordable. I want to go to an art school, but they are always expensive... It's something we've gone back and forth on for a while now. So last night was hard. Thankfully, she's still here..

And Zack, yeah... I never thought I would do that either. Just got desperate I think. Tired of not having anything or doing anything. Really hard to find work anymore. I can do almost anything, and artistically I have been blessed with a multitude of various talents... But out here in rural Florida... it doesn't count for much.

I just want to have a career eventually, I want to be able to work creatively and get paid to do so. But, it's just impossible to do if you don't know anyone... and I don't know anyone locally. All my friends are here. :lol

I really was pushing to go to Full Sail here in Orlando, just to get work in the film industry. I just wanted to help make films, I don't want notoriety or to Direct... just wanted to contribute to the artistry. But the tuition is insane. I do get GI Bill money, but it's not enough. Financial Aid never came for my last semester, so I don't know if I am actually eligible for any....

I'm just at a loss, I don't know what to do anymore. :(

[King Darkness]

Sorry to hear about you troubles Josh. I truly hope things get better for you, reality can be a total ^^^^^ sometimes. I feel your pain, it sucks that we live in a time where money is really all consuming. No matter how much you want money not to be an issue, in this day and age there is no getting around it. So many of us live check to check and it sux.

[DarkArtist81]

Sorry to hear about you troubles Josh. I truly hope things get better for you, reality can be a total ^^^^^ sometimes. I feel your pain, it sucks that we live in a time where money is really all consuming. No matter how much you want money not to be an issue, in this day and age there is no getting around it. So many of us live check to check and it sux.

Thanks man, I know your situation is Hell too man... That helicopter bill is nuts. Money is evil... Usually, I've tried to live without the pressure of it.. just pretend like I don't have debt or anything. But Therese, she doesn't. She lives underneath that constant pressure, and sometimes it just gets to be too heavy and she loses it. At least she loves me enough to stay and support me.

I just need to get off my butt and get started, stop going towards tangent options and get refocused on my artistic career.

[King Darkness]

Life sux, I think thats the bottom line:lol

One step forward, 10 steps back :banghead

[DarkArtist81]

Life sux, I think thats the bottom line:lol

One step forward, 10 steps back :banghead

:lol:lol:lol:lol:lol

You've got that right. :banana

[The Josh]

Josh man that sucks. I was hoping it would work out for ya but I will be keeping my fingers crossed you find something that helps you out more than just a PT job. I'm glad you're coming out of retirement ala Michael Jordan because I love your work. If there is anything I can do please let me know.

[Sick Boy 82]

I understand Josh. I wanted to go to the Academy of Art University here in SF when I got out, but the tution alone is like $15K a year. Then add on like $5K for a new high-end digital camera and lenses, then put a new laptop on top of that. And then unless I can work to pay for a place to stay, I would probably have to pay the $13K a year boarding fee. So that would have been well over $100K to get my BA in photography. I would have loved to go, but there is no way that I really could.

I hate rich kids! :emperor

[DarkArtist81]

I understand Josh. I wanted to go to the Academy of Art University here in SF when I got out, but the tution alone is like $15K a year. Then add on like $5K for a new high-end digital camera and lenses, then put a new laptop on top of that. And then unless I can work to pay for a place to stay, I would probably have to pay the $13K a year boarding fee. So that would have been well over $100K to get my BA in photography. I would have loved to go, but there is no way that I really could.

I hate rich kids! :emperor

Same here... My parents just filed bankruptcy, lost their home and business... So no help there. But schools seem to think we all have trust funds. Bastards.

And Josh, thanks man... I'm glad to be back anyway, maybe this break of sorts was a good refresher to get my artistic desires back on track. :rock

[King Darkness]

^^^^ schools and ^^^^ our health care system!

[Les Walker]

^^^^ schools and ^^^^ our health care system!

No S#it!
Sorry of your woes Josh. Keep your chin up. And if I were you, keep your eye on the Art School ball. I did at your age, and am glad I did. Have you looked at SCAD yet? Just a thought.

[pjam]

Josh,
Paint your way out Bro. And do your DA Custom Figs, until something comes along. Anyway, sounds like your plan. Good Luck.

[The Josh]

And Josh, thanks man... I'm glad to be back anyway, maybe this break of sorts was a good refresher to get my artistic desires back on track. :rock

I hope so. I can't wait to send you a ton of stuff.

[galactiboy]

Man sorry to hear your plans didn't work out (although a little hard for me to be sad you're not back in the military with the way things are these days). But I know the feeling of being in limbo and watching money get tighter and tighter... the job market is real ^^^^ right now.

About financial aid... typically as long as you are over 24 its based on your income (would include your wife) but has nothing to do with parents. I can't imagine you not being eligible. I had a friend in graduate school who had the GI Bill and she would also get money to cover the remainder of tuition and have some left over to use for expenses.

The FAFSA is online and is a lot easier to use than it was 10 or 12 years ago when I started school :monkey2 And if you have problems or questions hit me up, I've gone though it and my wife used to be a financial Aid counselor.

Good luck bro, and don't let this stuff get you down... it is temporary. But things like your marriage, friends and family are there for the long haul :rock

[The Josh]

Yeah, check out the financial aide stuff and see how that can help if you haven't. Its what I used to pay for my college.

[Buttmunch]

Sorry to hear about your situations Josh. Are you sure they didn't want you back because you saw a shrink, or did they see the stuff you paint? :lol

Everybody is a little crazy I always say,

BTW, My Joker is in the mail to you, so that should keep you busy for bit. :D

Perhaps look around the classifieds to see if anybody needs a painter or something (not house painting, but the stuff you are already doing). You definately have skills outside painting though. I'm sure if you look around, somebody could use a Dark Artist for something.

[DarkKnight2k4]

Thank you so much Les... I'm really so lucky to be able to do this many Jokers, and to see what you have done with it. It's been a lovely work in progress, making each new head an experiment in and of itself. That recent reference pic really helped too, gave me much to work with. :rock

(p.s) I just got back from work, 8 hours at the theater... and Good GOD are my feet hurting. I was very stupid and wore boots. It's very painful. :monkey2

First rule... Comfort shoes, never for style. ;)

Josh has done an astounding job with this! HT will have to do a lot to top it! :rock

They will never do it ! :lol

Thanks a bunch guys, I can't tell you how much I appreciate it. :rock

I do have some news.... A few months back when I announced my "retirement", I had outside motives that I did not reveal. I was in contact with my local Navy recruiter and was attempting a return to the fold, so to speak. I was going to go back to active duty and get my life back on track...

It, however, did not come to pass. I was in limbo for a while there, made a few trips to Tampa for paperwork and such. But, it turns out that since I went to a psychiatrist while I was still in the Navy and once after I got out, that they don't want to risk taking me back. I guess I'm too much of a head case. :lol

So, now I am in a hard spot. I'm working a minimum wage job, half of what I was making at my previous job, and it's a PT job, they don't have FT available. None of my other applications have proven fruitful, so no chance of a second PT job. And to make it even more fun, I can't go back to school yet because I only get one deferment per calendar year... :banghead

So, it is in my best interest to cancel my repainting "retirement" and become available again. I'm almost caught up on back logged work now anyway. So, now you guys know the whole story....

Anyone need anything, just let me know.. I'm VERY available now. :lol


Bro, these things happen for a reason. You will ovecome and we will help support you as best we can by requesting work ! lol. We promise !

Keep the faith, a better tomorrow will come.

[Anzik Hayes]

Josh I know the feeling. When I was your age I was trying everything I could do make cash artistically. I painted murals, flames and such on cars, I airbrushed t-shirts and even drew flash for tattoos. Eventually stuff came along that paid the bills as it will for you. You're talented, smart and ambitious, so you will get on your feet.

Meanwhile I will be more than happy to send you some heads for a paintjob.

[The Craw]

hang in there buddy:duff thing will eventually fall into place. we all hit a troubled patch once in a while. that being said ill pm you about some paint work if you'd like. good luck my friend.

[metaphorge]

Ouch. I can certainly relate to being in tough spots like this, and it is really hard to know what to do, where to go, and how to get there.

I do know that you're tremendously talented and, perhaps more importantly, passionate about your art, and that you will find a way. It may be hell to get there, but you'll get there eventually.

Everything works out in the end, and if it hasn't worked out, it's not the end.

[Kabukiman]

I've found when life ^^^^s on me hard, a way out is always presented to me. It's just a matter of staying positive in order to see the way out, and to take the initiative to follow it.

That's the one thing that has kept me from being an atheist. There are too many small miracles that happen when life throws me through the ringer that I refuse to believe them to be a series of coincidences. I'm by no ways a religious man, but when I continually get pulled out of the fire by small miracles, it really makes me think.

Why am I rambling like this? I dunno. Just stay positive, and I hope good things will come to you.

[orbitingx]

Everything works out in the end, and if it hasn't worked out, it's not the end.


I liked that quote so much that I stuck it on my fridge. :rock

[Brent72]

Just wanted to lend my words of support as well, Josh. I sincerely hope everything works out for you and that you can eventually do what makes you happy while getting paid for it. If you need some extra cash I've got a couple figures I'd be glad to send you for re-paints. Just let me know when you're ready to get back in the saddle and take them on. I'm sure you'll have a ton of other people sending you stuff too as everyone knows how talented you are and will probably want to help you out financially. Keep your head up, bro.

[DarkKnight2k4]

BUmping to keep a great guy on top...

[bwayne]

Start at a junior college first if you have to. Just because you pay through the roof for school doesn't make it the best. I went to a local university for teaching and was able to make if without loans. I had originally planned on going somewhere much more expensive and would have had at least $80,000 in loans to pay back. In either case, I would be making the same amount no matter the name of the university on the degree. Just my 2 cents.

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks for all of the continuing support guys... I know I can be a ball O drama sometimes. :lol

Anyway, tonight I finished another Joker head and did some work on Anguish. Also trying to get somewhere on a Myers sculpt and this other Buffy zombie. So it was a busy night. Here are some Joker shots and a neat comparison.

Prototype on the right, newer ones from there to the left... Fun to see progress. :D

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4313.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4315.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4318.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4317.jpg

[DarkArtist81]

Ok, finished the Myers sculpt. Should have it baked and cast tomorrow I hope. :rock

[Darren Carnall]

God I love those jokers :rock

What's this Myers sculpt you've done? (I know nothing about Myers)

[Les Walker]

Myers sculpt?!?!?! Did someone say...Dark Artist Michael Myers sculpt?????

[MaulFan]

Ok, finished the Myers sculpt. Should have it baked and cast tomorrow I hope. :rock

:drool, great, the wait wasn't long after you commented that you were making one :rock

[Les Walker]

I have Josh's custom Jason from F13th Part 6, so...if he makes a custom MM...count me in!
Must see this one! His love for MM is profound. I remember his repainted mask and fig! This oughta be good! :rock

[Voorhees27]

WHAT?????? :horror A DA Myers sculpt? Oh man Josh I can't wait to see this bro!

[DarkKnight2k4]

Nuff talk ! Pics are needed !!!!! Can't wait !

[Cocoboloboy]

Thanks for all of the continuing support guys... I know I can be a ball O drama sometimes. :lol

Anyway, tonight I finished another Joker head and did some work on Anguish. Also trying to get somewhere on a Myers sculpt and this other Buffy zombie. So it was a busy night. Here are some Joker shots and a neat comparison.

Prototype on the right, newer ones from there to the left... Fun to see progress. :D

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4313.jpg



Alright, so these are amazing Josh.:rock I'm kicking myself that I passed on it so when it becomes available again I want one.

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks a lot guys! This one is a resculpted SSC Myers, H1 style. Will be haired individually too. I am also working on a H2 ^^^^ Warlock style mask that is in process and will benefit a bit from not being made from the SSC base. It's in mid sculpt, should have some final progress at the end of the week or so. :rock

Pics coming very soon... It's in the oven as we speak. :D

[DarkArtist81]

Alright, so these are amazing Josh.:rock I'm kicking myself that I passed on it so when it becomes available again I want one.

Thanks a lot Coco! The initial run is about done, if you want in on the tail end of it, just let me know man. I can fit you in for sure. And great thing is, I might have the striped pants figured out by then as well as other cool bonuses. :D

[Sick Boy 82]

Josh, that Joker looks so sick!! The Heath likelyness is kinda distrubing, but in an awesome way!! Can't wait for mine!!:D:D

[DarkArtist81]

Josh, that Joker looks so sick!! The Heath likelyness is kinda distrubing, but in an awesome way!! Can't wait for mine!!:D:D

Thanks Zack! I'm cranking them out now, hopefully I can get them all done here soon. It's getting faster, that's for sure. The first two were hard, but it's getting a lot easier with each one I do. Assembly line style. :rock

[DarkArtist81]

Here is the Myers... still kinda rough in areas, I need to buff out a few of them. But I kinda like the rough spots a bit, adds to the masks look. But, here he is... The Boogeyman...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4336.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4334.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4335.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4332.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4328.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4327.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4326.jpg

[Sick Boy 82]

Dude, the 3rd and 4th picture look so real! Hella scarey! I can hear the music now!!

[galactiboy]

Oh crap dude! That looks to be the best Myers mask to date! You've really nailed it :rock :rock :rock :rock

[Reinhardt]

first off, that is AWESOME!!!

second off, i'm a moron, because when you said Myers, I was thinking "it would be kinda cool to have an Austin Powers figure."

:lol :lol

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks guys! I've studied that mask for a long time. The features on the cheeks, mouth and forehead are the most prominent and took me the longest to get right. I'm really happy with it and can't wait to get it cast.

:lol Good one Neehar...

[Rugby1970]

That really is looking great! Cannot wait to see him refined with hair and coloring. Great work so far! Dying to see the Warlock version too!

[Buttmunch]

Holy crao Josh! That Myers sculpt looks amazing. Certainly better looking than Sideshow's by far!

[pjam]

Well done, Josh. BEST Myers mask EVER. :D

[MaulFan]

Here is the Myers... still kinda rough in areas, I need to buff out a few of them. But I kinda like the rough spots a bit, adds to the masks look. But, here he is... The Boogeyman...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4336.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4334.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4335.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4332.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4328.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4327.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4326.jpg


OMG JOSH!!! That's incredible!!! If you make this head available to the board you can so count me in for one, DAMN!!!

HE CAME HOME!

[paulcarson]

Likeness NAILED !!!

Excellent stuff Josh ! Looking forward to seeing this one finished up . What plans do you have for the hair ?

[Rogue Trooper]

Dude Awesome, ive been looking for a myers scuplt for a while now hope you cast this one up.

[Voorhees27]

Josh!!!!! Holy sweet ^^^^ man! That looks absolutely SICK!!!!! PLEASE I want one of each the H1 and Warlock version painted forsure!!!! I don't even need to see your other sculpt, you rock dude!

If you are going to make these available put me down bro!!! :chew

[Les Walker]

Josh, I love this mask! DO consider me for a full figure when you make them, please! I want him, just like I got my only Jason, DA made and DA certified! :rock

[MaulFan]

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4326.jpg

This page needs more than words :D :drool

[Kabukiman]

I've been dragging my feet in finishing my Myers custom. Now I know I shouldn't even bother.

Best. Michael. Ever.
:maul

Awesome work, as always! :rock

[Les Walker]

Brown hair, Josh! BROWN hair! I know you know! He looks great!
Best thing you've done! BTW, are his eyes in there? Hidden away?

[uscmhicks]

That Is Awesome !!!

[metaphorge]

Everything works out in the end, and if it hasn't worked out, it's not the end.I liked that quote so much that I stuck it on my fridge. :rock
:rock :rock :rock :rock

[Blake]

Wow, that Myers is amazing Josh!! Is that mine?

I had no idea what to expect when I asked you to fix up the figure for me, and this is beyond anything I could have expected. You are an incredible artist!

[King Darkness]

:google :google :google :google

AMAZING Josh!!!! Count me in for a full DA Myers:rock

That is THE BEST looking Myers I have seen!!!!!

[Dark_Spidey]

I don't know if you've played GTAIV Josh but there's only one thing coming to my mind right now: YOU ARE GENETICALLY SUPERIOR BRO!

[King Darkness]

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k203/DarkArtist81/Customs2/DSCN4326.jpg

:bow :bow :bow :bow :bow

F'n Hell, thats awesome!!!

[DarkArtist81]

Wow guys!! I'm seriously FLOORED by the response. This was something I have been doing for Blake here on the boards, dragging my feet on it for weeks. Last night I just had that creative urge, sat down and finished it. It just needs a little bit of buffing, but I'm very happy with it. And I am so honored that everyone else loves it. It WILL be cast and available for everyone, you can bet that. And if anyone has any links for some good Mohair, maybe Les or someone, please let me know. I want the best for Myers. And Brown Mohair for sure. :rock

And Les, yeah the original eyes are in there under the mask. Will be on the Warlock too, I'm hoping to get that one done tomorrow. Will be a nice one two punch. And with the Saturday Toys Jumpsuits on the market right now, it's perfect timing. I'll probably buy up a bunch of their yellow ones that never sell, dye them that dirty green of the screen coveralls, and we will have some badass Myers gracing these boards. :rock

[Blake]

Well, let me formally place my order for the Warlock now then!! :)

[DarkArtist81]

Well, let me formally place my order for the Warlock now then!! :)

:rock:rock:rock:rock:rock

[saintsyn]

Dude... NAILED IT!!:monkey5

[galactiboy]

I think I'll need to hit you up for a Myers figure as well... never seen one better and can't imagine that will be topped :rock :rock

[DarkArtist81]

Thanks a lot guys. At least to do a run of Myers heads, it won't take as long or be as expensive for parts. :rock

Just need to cast the knife. :D

[DarkArtist81]

That bad boy is being molded as we speak.... Looking into Mohair options right now and clothing options. If anyone is interested in a full figure, let me know. Same for just a head.

I should have the prototype ready here in a few days at least. :D