Ningyo project, a thin waisted boy with curvy hips (totally unrealistic I know ) sexy leg and first clothes Stringed ! Arm and hand Standing Arms and mouth Working slowly but in good way So far I have hands, torso head and legs -------- As this thread as been splitted you might see photos of my other projects. If you want to see more go to their own threads : Mew and Tew Nohema Ningyo Arcadie
Your dolls are so gorgeous! its a pity about the whole French Statute about selling and things. Your dolls have such healthy figures! and real chests! I hope all goes well with your projects, youre so quick with them. ^^
Thanks, I think she is too sweet looking to be the Emperess, a pretty cold character. Sooo... what's new ? Working on my second SD doll ^^ I'll stop the android until the mid february so I started back an old project. What I have so far is head, torso, hands and legs. I'm quite happy having managed to make the hands not so badly ^^
Nohema's so beautiful! And Mew looks SO adorable next to her! I also really love how the androids are coming up. And the new SD doll... waaah! So many beautiful dolls! You must really enjoy doll-making, although, I guess it's even more fun when the dolls are all so unique and cool, too! By the way, Nohema's hair, as it is now, is pretty neat and unique. :3 Also, did Mew get a new wig? :O
Well, I'm pretty addicted to sculpting. I've always needed to keep my hands busy, sewing or drawing. With sculpting I can express my thoughts and I love this challenge, managing to create a good looking doll. Mew and Nohema both got new wigs, now I just need to find clothes for Mew. I wonder if she would fit in Yo SD clother or maybe barbie tops as her bust is really small... ----------- Still working on him My nameless boy's face close up ^^
Aaaaagh! What a handsome boy! That hair! Those eyes! He's so unique and ditstinct. AND. I. LOVE. HIM. (!!!!!) Hahahahehehe... Oh, man. But now I'm a little nervous- will you be giving him boy-parts soon? (Oh, myyy...)
Thanks everybody ^^ Sooo.. to answer the questions : BrightSuzaku, his male bits will probably be the last thing I'll sculpt. I need to focus on the joints before thinking about sculpting a penis ^^; penguu, the wig is a leeke wig I braided. It was a bit too small so I had to resculpt the headcap to make it fits her ^^; The android is comming out nicely, for now there's just one almost done, I changed her name from TK to Arcadie I have the arms and hands left to sculpt and the joints to do before starting the android like customization. I also need to think about her feet, there will be three option parts, bondage ballerina boots, high heels and simple feet. My Nameless boy has nos two almost good looking hands and a knee ^^ It's a three parts legs that will allow him to take more flexible poses I hope. Side note, Arcadie will be mouthless, a kind of reference to anime I both watched and loved when I was younger, Captain Harrlock and Space Adventure Cobra ^^
Oh, sweet, mouthless? That's definitely unique. Then again, it's not as if robots need mouths! ^_^ Also, your nameless boy is looking good! *thumbs up* I personally think he looks like an "Adrian" or an "Anjou" or something like that... Some sort of name that starts with the letter "A". ^^; .... I beginning to imagine him in a fantastic mask and cape. As in "Aha! He is Renaldo! The Master Thief!" ...........or something like that. *scratches head* Something about him is a little "dashing", I dare say!
Your dolls are lovely! They are so asian and pretty, and i love how real they are. They look like theyre based on real people rather than exaggerated anime characters ^_^ I think i might really want one of your androids, they look like theyre going to be amazing O_o
The corset boy is also in good way. He has now two arms and is stringed. I need to sculpt the elbows and the left knee. The hands are almost done, I also need to fix the left hip joints. There's the feet left that I can't do right, It's or too wide or too long to fit SD shoes.. Annoying -.- And I need to remove all the paint on his face... you can't imagine how I hate myself for having tried to spray primer on him .. It's so difficult to remove ! Anyway, I hope to finish him quickly as I really want to sew clothes for him. And make the "corset" too.... a little surprise for the end
Theyre both looking lovely I must say the androids still my favourite tho, i cant wait to see how she turns out! *watches intently* Do you reckon youre going to sculpt/carve metal bits or just paint them on?
Petitefilou, I'll carve them rather than sculpt. there's already tiny details I've sculpted but the rest will be carved, it will look nicer on her. I need to buy hair to malke a wig but I don't know yet which color ... ------------ Today I've done Ningyo's joints (yeah, I found his name .. okay, I know it's sounds lazy and a bit silly, ningyo means doll in japanese, but I think it suits him. I mostly calls him Nine anyway ...) I'm pretty upset with Ladoll, it breaks when it dried and I need to fill the holes again and again .... arm joint, it's a 3 parts arm, I like it and well, it's also the joint I do the best .... And I love this photo : One foot left to sculpt before fixing all the details and use gesso...
Corset-boy is quite sympathetic! I really like these joints that you do. With gesso it will have the same color as Mew?
Nine might not have exactly the skin tone than Mew (mew's skin color was an "accident") but he will look less gray. I'm still thinking about the color, will it be normal skin or maybe a bit tan (not as tanned as a dollshe doll XD) but maybe like Volks suntan, I don't know yet I haven't made my choice... and I need to buy paint anyway.
One of the most enjoyable tutorials I've read. Your work is magnificent and the faces so distinctive. Thankx for sharing...can't wait to see more. - ShadowHawke -
It's amazing how you manage to make so many dolls and each and every one seems inspired, original and beautifully sculpted. I like your distinct style a lot.
Thanks Zidora ^^ I'm just trying to sculpt the best I can. themasterjinn, thanks, I'm happy my tutorials interested you. -------------------- It's a special day today ! Ningyo is string, he can stand and pose pretty well. I'm so pleased it worked fine. Of course there's many things to fix but well, it's a good begining. He is thin and curvy as I wanted him to be.
Wow, you are so talented! O___O I read through your entire thread, I am really impressed! The more I see Mew the more adorable she is to me. I really love her concept! You've really created some unique designs. It's very refreshing to see things that aren't "copied" or based off other doll companies like Luts or Dollmore, etc. I look forward to seeing more of your self-made dolls!
Nyhl, He has a very androgynous look to him, I guess if you wanted to you could make him female too with very little tweaking. It's a very exciting and interesting look! You did a great job with his double-jointed knees, they look perfect.
h a c h i k o, I'm always looking for different designs, of course I like "commercial dolls" but i fell in love with the asian bjd artist spirit, the round shapes, sometimes so special and uncomfortable to look at. Now I can make the dolls I like and that I can't find on the web. I still love the dolls I own but I'm trying to find something different by making my own. Bruny, Nine can be both male or female yeah, I tried to sculpt his penis but in fact he just looks better without. ^^ Be proud of me Kirane, I've managed to make a foot with toes ! And fixed his mouth I love his legs ^^; And with clothes. I'm happy the Fruits style worked fine on him
I like his shapely legs too, and you have picked the perfect outfit for him. You have found your niche in this art and you're making the best of it. Kudos to you!!
Your dolls are fascinating, and thank you SO MUCH for your gesso tips and lovely step by step pictures!
Sorry if it's already been asked but, what book is this in this picture? http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c272/NylhBJD/Yul/PA262947.jpg By the way, your ability to sculpt is amazing!
it looks a little dangerous on the edge of that table D: i wouldn't want something to happen to such a pretty doll ><
The shape of his bodice is really pretty, I love the hips. His knee joints are really nice and sexy looking!
Thanks for your comments. Geez... I feel ashamed not having worked on him much more since the last time I've posted.... But well ... Now he has new clothes. But still not painted.