Casting, questions, Info, links UPDATED

[leafman343]

I've heard of Friendly plastic, I've never used it, but I know that its a low melting point plastic and that it is sometimes used in the making of movie props and make-up prostetics. Sorry I can't be more helpful.

[RedRebelCustoms]

He's right as far as I know. I haven't used it either but people do use it for many things. You may want to ask in a Cosplay or Crafting forum. The melting point is 160 degrees farenheit. The plastic does accept details and is paint friendly. Acrylics work well. Just don't ever leave it by a blowdryer or heater. It will melt back to that spongey putty stuff. Other than that???

[RedRebelCustoms]

I do plan on researching the method using 100% silicone caulk, like GE I or GE II, or DAP 100% Silicone Caulk as a mold, possibly thinned with paint thinner. Then Bondo for the casting resin with talc. This is used by taxidermist, sculptors, customizers, and also for stage props.

[CB2001]

Well, I happen to be a member of the Replica Prop Forum. I guess I could ask the same question in the general modeling section about the Friendly Plastic.

Like I said, I've look through a lot of possible DIY methods just to see what's out there and what techniques can be applied to casting with a regular mold kit. There's a ton of stuff out there.

[RedRebelCustoms]

Just updated! BZCustoms new casting site is now on the list! She does some awesome casts and with her new pressure pot, they are sure to be bubble free! Check out her site for some great headcasts!

[RedRebelCustoms]

Updated! Got some money to burn? Sure we all do, RIGHT!? Well, if you ever wanted a custom head sculpt of yourself or a friend/ loved one, maybe commemorate someone you lost, and wanted more detail than what you see in those 3D print outs, then check this site out.
http://www.wantedactionfigure.com/FigureHeadWork.asp

[timone317]

I have a question relating to this, would it be possible for me to send a figure out to a caster to get some sort of copy made? I have a figure from a discontinued line that I'd really like to customize but I really don't want to break into the figure when I only need the torso from it, and I'd like to be able to get a few copies of the torso.

[Galactape]

I have a question relating to this, would it be possible for me to send a figure out to a caster to get some sort of copy made? I have a figure from a discontinued line that I'd really like to customize but I really don't want to break into the figure when I only need the torso from it, and I'd like to be able to get a few copies of the torso.

If only there was. Unfortunately there isn't any casted pieces other than the head available. I really wish someone would cast BAF pieces that way we wouldn't have to pay ridiculous prices for them!

[RedRebelCustoms]

Actually Black Arachnis d oes Torsos. Castingcave. Check it out.

[RedRebelCustoms]

Oh, by the way, castingcave is a link on the first page of this thread. Back when I did reported his update. I thought I mentioned the torso, guns, swords, zippo, etc.

[Galactape]

Does anyone cast the ML Antman helmet?

[RedRebelCustoms]

Does anyone cast the ML Antman helmet?

No guarantee Galactape but I would say a good possibility. In my experience from doing custom sculpts, I would try the customizers that cast including, BZ, Black Arachnis, and ask CK.
Best contact methods for them IMHO- BZCustoms by Facebook. Very good possibility there. BlackArachnis pm through thefwoosh or castingcave. CamcoKid his site ckcasting is the best bet for contacting him I've found.

[Galactape]

Does anyone cast the ML Antman helmet?

No guarantee Galactape but I would say a good possibility. In my experience from doing custom sculpts, I would try the customizers that cast including, BZ, Black Arachnis, and ask CK.
Best contact methods for them IMHO- BZCustoms by Facebook. Very good possibility there. BlackArachnis pm through thefwoosh or castingcave. CamcoKid his site ckcasting is the best bet for contacting him I've found.

I would have to keep that in mind, I found someone with a real one though.

[RedRebelCustoms]

A couple of new Tansformer updates!

[RedRebelCustoms]

Want to have Iron Man hands with 20 joints?
http://www.hlj.com/product/YLSPPC-T80