Bowen Statues/Busts - Look what's coming!

[the angry orc]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

wow, looks good. can't wait to see the final version.

 

[quadcent]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

Randy talked about how this may go through another 2-3 casts or something over on SF and that there is shrinkage of materials. It didn't sound like they were going to physically make this piece smaller as much as it would end up a tad smaller in the end due to the materials.

that seems odd that it would even be mentioned then since every piece done would go through this process then, and would have the same shrinkage.

sounds like someones trying to make excuses already imo.

 

[Corrose]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

Good point quad. If something is a "given" why mention it...sneaky sneaky?

 

[makkari1]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

Randy talked about how this may go through another 2-3 casts or something over on SF and that there is shrinkage of materials. It didn't sound like they were going to physically make this piece smaller as much as it would end up a tad smaller in the end due to the materials.

Bowen did the same process with Gladiator where the original master sculpt was larger than norm but by the time the mold was casted the copies where reduced in size to what is sold to us. I would not be surprised if the original master sculpt appears larger than the finished sculpts that are nearby. Once it goes through the process the finished product will be to the right size. We must also remember that Thanos is a very big guy, Hulk size at least.

 

[Corrose]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

Here is the quote from the other forums verbatim:

Originally Posted by randy bowen
The sitting Thanos is the 'original'. It will go through 2 additional mold generation before it goes into production.

Each molding causes at least a .7% shrinkage. In other words, he'll get smaller by the time he's produced.

 

[quadcent]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

Here is the quote from the other forums verbatim:

Originally Posted by randy bowen
The sitting Thanos is the 'original'. It will go through 2 additional mold generation before it goes into production.

Each molding causes at least a .7% shrinkage. In other words, he'll get smaller by the time he's produced.

well that's hardly worth mentioning imo. so all said 1-1.5% shrinkage.

 

[risingstar]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

well that's hardly worth mentioning imo. so all said 1-1.5% shrinkage.

Sometimes the shrinkage is even greater. We'll just have to wait and see pics. Speculation will just drive people kooky. And, if it hasn't done so already, Marvel still has to ok the piece.

 

[dangbang]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

A must for my annihilation collection

 

[Bullseye]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

Posted by Rocket on SF. Its not quite as big as I had hoped for but still mighty impressive.

Here guys, I'll put the shrink down discussion to bed

 

[quadcent]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

yeah the earlier pics were a bit deceptive, at least now we know it's 1/6 scale. easy pass for me now.

still looks great though.

 

[Sweet Rabbit]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

yeah the earlier pics were a bit deceptive, at least now we know it's 1/6 scale. easy pass for me now.

I'm out too

 

[dangbang]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

aww man that sucks..i thought he'd be bigger. Ill have to see

 

[goldbuffalo]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

Looks like he might be Bowen Hulk size. That's pretty big. THis will be good. Bowen's the Master.

 

[HoldyourfireAl]

Re: Future Looks Bright for Bowen!

Randy Bowen started a new poll....
https://www.statuemarvels.com/f87/one-would-you-like-have-first-9967.html
...He wants to know which of these 3 characters we would like to see Bowen Designs produce next as a statue. If Blade, Captain Marvel, or Captain Britain is one of your favs, make sure to cast your vote!

 

[HoldyourfireAl]

Re: Future Looks Bright for Bowen!

You're absolutely right. Our love for Marvel characters invariably trumps all. However, as this hobby community is rather small, it stands to reason that we're bound to see conflicts develop between members, perhaps especially with those who are appear more fanatical than others.

Ultimately, we all have the same right to express our like or dislike for a piece, or preference for one company over another. Some take those discussions in stride. Other members, even company owners at times, appear to respond to that sort of adversity rather poorly and start seeing agendas and conspiracies wherever they turn. Next thing you know, people are dragged into senseless dramas which rarely, if ever, serves any forward moving purpose at all.

Suddenly, the hobby, at least the online portion of it, becomes a bit of a drag. Once a really cool piece comes out, all appears forgotten. That is, until the next mediocre piece comes out. Sadly, what that generally means is that those unable to deal with the criticism and adversity come out to play again. It's a bizarre cycle which appears near impossible to avoid for those who like to frequent hobby forums. It certainly isn't exclusive to Bowen.

DELETE - Nevermind. You're agenda isn't worth my time.

 

[risingstar]

Re: Future Looks Bright for Bowen!

DELETE - Nevermind. You're agenda isn't worth my time.

There are times when it appears like the both of you feed off each other's arrogance and paranoia.
You totally deserve each other.

 

[Sweet Rabbit]

Re: Future Looks Bright for Bowen!

There are times when it appears like the both of you feed off each other's arrogance and paranoia.
You totally deserve each other.

 

[Sweet Rabbit]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

Looks like he might be Bowen Hulk size. That's pretty big. THis will be good. Bowen's the Master.

must..resist..

 

[FQRizzo]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

Posted by Rocket on SF. Its not quite as big as I had hoped for but still mighty impressive.

Looks like the right size now.

Bowen's the Master.

Well, he certainly has some mindless subordinates.

 

[risingstar]

Re: Bowens Thanos on throne (beyond cool).

Regardless what people might think of the man himself, deservedly or otherwise, I think this piece looks really good, regardless of the size. Thankfully, we can separate the feelings we might have for statues with those we might have for people.