MacrossJunkie Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 (edited) Thanks guys! I miss these weathered valks! :sniff: I know it's been a while. I recently put pics of my 29B in the Perceval thread also. Sticker that came with it trimmed down. Both of them look lovely though I like that subtle look more. Can't wait to see the green version! Edit: did you get different colored lighting? Yeah, part of the reason I got a second one was because I wasn't satisfied with how the first one turned out, although I was able to correct some of the deficiencies with the clear coat with a different product. The first 27 was probably my last time I used the Tamiya flat base before I switched to using the Vallejo matte varnish. It's just so much better that it's unbelievable. And yes, I started using 5500k LED bulbs instead of flourescent ones. Also got some light umbrellas to use with them although they are far bigger than I thought they would be and hard to use in a small room. It's also why my 29B pics look a bit off in color. It's because I forgot to adjust my white balance using my new setup so everything turned a few shades bluer. Edited August 12, 2015 by MacrossJunkie Quote
Saburo Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 (edited) Thanks guys! I know it's been a while. I recently put pics of my 29B in the Perceval thread also. Yeah, part of the reason I got a second one was because I wasn't satisfied with how the first one turned out, although I was able to correct some of the deficiencies with the clear coat with a different product.The first 27 was probably my last time I used the Tamiya flat base before I switched to using the Vallejo matte varnish. It's just so much better that it's unbelievable.And yes, I started using 5500k LED bulbs instead of flourescent ones. Also got some light umbrellas to use with them although they are far bigger than I thought they would be and hard to use in a small room.It's also why my 29B pics look a bit off in color. It's because I forgot to adjust my white balance using my new setup so everything turned a few shades bluer.More photography gear! How big are the light umbrellas? Like you I have a small area to work in. Forgot to say this earlier, your shots looks great! Edited August 12, 2015 by Saburo Quote
MacrossJunkie Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 More photography gear! How big are the light umbrellas? Like you I have a small area to work in. Forgot to say this earlier, your shots looks great! Thanks! Yeah, I got tired of messing with the light tent and the dusty velvet backdrop that was near impossible to get the dust off of. Not to mention the 24" light tent was often too small and the 60" light tent was unwieldy and a huge PITA to fold back because there's a certain way you have to fold it and sometimes I mess with it for an hour trying to figure it out and then give up in a fit of rage. The umbrellas are a little under 3 and a half feet across and the stand can extend up higher than my ceiling so I don't know how high it goes. I think the lighting looks better than when I was just using light tents, although the new setup has brought its own set of challenges to overcome. Such as the room being small so there's limited space to position the lights, my backdrop cloth is too small, can't move the table too close to the backdrop to make room because then the light illuminates it too much, can't move the table too far away or the backdrop doesn't cover what I need, etc... Quote
Saburo Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 Thanks! Yeah, I got tired of messing with the light tent and the dusty velvet backdrop that was near impossible to get the dust off of. Not to mention the 24" light tent was often too small and the 60" light tent was unwieldy and a huge PITA to fold back because there's a certain way you have to fold it and sometimes I mess with it for an hour trying to figure it out and then give up in a fit of rage. The umbrellas are a little under 3 and a half feet across and the stand can extend up higher than my ceiling so I don't know how high it goes. I think the lighting looks better than when I was just using light tents, although the new setup has brought its own set of challenges to overcome. Such as the room being small so there's limited space to position the lights, my backdrop cloth is too small, can't move the table too close to the backdrop to make room because then the light illuminates it too much, can't move the table too far away or the backdrop doesn't cover what I need, etc... I am overall pleased with my setup but I know there is always a way to improve it, but space is a limiting factor. I am considering getting some lighting umbrella, I just need to find ones that are not too big. My setup already takes up a large amount of space where I shoot. I know what you mean about using velvet, I tried using it and that stuff just attracts it and doesn't let it go. Yes, those light tents are a pain to store and they are too small or too large, so I built my own. I recently built a light tent/box out of foam core and fabric for a friend of mine that collapses down for easy storage. Quote
wm cheng Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 Beautiful work MJ (as always!) Love it, you know it was you that made me spend money to get the VF-27. I didn't know you had two! I do love all the tampo on a dark valkyrie. I do like the subtlety. Quote
Sildani Posted August 12, 2015 Posted August 12, 2015 MJ: how much to have my Grace done up like the light weathered Brera? Simply outstanding work! Quote
MacrossJunkie Posted August 15, 2015 Posted August 15, 2015 Ah, sorry Sildani. I hate turning people down, but I just don't do any commissioned work for various reasons. Quote
Lolicon Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 More lens filter testing. That looks so cool. Guess I'll crack and invest in some Yeti stands after all. Quote
Saburo Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 whoah... it's like floating in the air. I forgot to mention, I have been experimenting with overtechnology and have a working anti-gravity dining table. That looks so cool. Guess I'll crack and invest in some Yeti stands after all. I have all my Valks in fighter mode displayed on Yeti Stands, I highly recommend them, you will not be disappointed. Quote
wmkjr Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 I love that SV-51 in gerwalk! So intimidating! Quote
Garfinkel Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 I do think i need a Nora SV-51 in my life. It pops so much more than my Ivanov. Love gerwalk on the SV-51, try angling the toes back inwards, makes it look like a bird if prey striking. Quote
MacrossJunkie Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 I have all my Valks in fighter mode displayed on Yeti Stands, I highly recommend them, you will not be disappointed. Just got my first one today. I need to find an allen wrench that fits the screws because I can't tighten it enough by hand to support the weight of a valk and it's killing my fingers trying to do so Quote
Saburo Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 (edited) Just got my first one today. I need to find an allen wrench that fits the screws because I can't tighten it enough by hand to support the weight of a valk and it's killing my fingers trying to do so Hope you get an allen wrench soon, also I suggest a small combination it wrench will be helpful to hold the nut in place as you tighten. I keep everything (extra arms, screws, etc...) together in an organizer I bought from Home Depot. Also, looking forward to pics of your weathered Valks on Yetistands. Edited August 19, 2015 by Saburo Quote
spanner Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 (edited) they look really great! I have Nora's SV-51 and would still like to get the CF and Ivanov but they are pricey and who knows Arcadia my re-issue or renew them.. Knowing my luck I buy them and then they get announced shortly afterwards.. Edited August 19, 2015 by spanner76 Quote
no3Ljm Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 they look really great! I have Nora's SV-51 and would still like to get the CF and Ivanov but they are pricey and who knows Arcadia my re-issue or renew them.. Knowing my luck I bu them and then they get announced shortly afterwards.. Buy one now, Spanner, so that it well get announced soon. Better yet, buy another VF-4G so that it will get reissue. Quote
spanner Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 hahah! yep im definitely NOT going to buy anything now! Quote
Ignacio Ocamica Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 Yes please Spanner by all means buy one right now!!! Quote
spanner Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 I'd love to get another VF-4G but that sure as hell ain't gonna happen any time soon! LOL! Quote
no3Ljm Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 I'd love to get another VF-4G but that sure as hell ain't gonna happen any time soon! LOL! So how will your 'luck' kicks to get it 'announced' if you're not gonna buy it? Quote
Ignacio Ocamica Posted August 20, 2015 Posted August 20, 2015 I'd love to get another VF-4G but that sure as hell ain't gonna happen any time soon! LOL! I meant the CF SV-51 I never got one (only got Ivanov and Nora)! I have two VF-4G's but I'd love a 2012 Flashback one! Quote
MacrossJunkie Posted August 20, 2015 Posted August 20, 2015 Hope you get an allen wrench soon, also I suggest a small combination it wrench will be helpful to hold the nut in place as you tighten. I keep everything (extra arms, screws, etc...) together in an organizer I bought from Home Depot. Also, looking forward to pics of your weathered Valks on Yetistands. I found I had a bag of hex wrenches in the case where I kept socket wrenches. Fortunately one fit. Unfortunately, the DX adapter was a very tight fit and while trying to get it on, the corner of it went into my finger. It now knows the taste of blood and will come seeking for more... My test shot with the stand. It really is an attractive stand. I will plan to get more when I can. Quote
wmkjr Posted August 20, 2015 Posted August 20, 2015 Looking very nice! I usually try rocking it in place the first couple of times for that very reason. Quote
Saburo Posted August 20, 2015 Posted August 20, 2015 I found I had a bag of hex wrenches in the case where I kept socket wrenches. Fortunately one fit. Unfortunately, the DX adapter was a very tight fit and while trying to get it on, the corner of it went into my finger. It now knows the taste of blood and will come seeking for more... IMG_2838.JPG My test shot with the stand. It really is an attractive stand. I will plan to get more when I can. That shot looks great and my Valkyries have drawn blood too. Quote
spanner Posted August 20, 2015 Posted August 20, 2015 So how will your 'luck' kicks to get it 'announced' if you're not gonna buy it? haha! sorry mate you kinda lost me there! im either exhausted or simply not reading it right.. I meant the CF SV-51 I never got one (only got Ivanov and Nora)! I have two VF-4G's but I'd love a 2012 Flashback one! oh! I missed out on all three at good prices a few years back as I thought I wouldn't ever want them. Seeing I steered clear of the original Zero's I didn't see the point of only getting one side.. Quote
spanner Posted August 20, 2015 Posted August 20, 2015 More lens filter testing. how did I miss this post!?!? wow they look so good together! Especially all dressed up in Super Armor bits! Quote
no3Ljm Posted August 20, 2015 Posted August 20, 2015 More lens filter testing. Question... If they're flying together... Who's piloting what? I'm pretty sure Ozma will ride the Armoured one. Quote
NightCastle Posted August 20, 2015 Posted August 20, 2015 Question... If they're flying together... Who's piloting what? I'm pretty sure Ozma will ride the Armoured one. It is a cross-dimensional fly-by silly! Quote
MacrossJunkie Posted August 24, 2015 Posted August 24, 2015 Mostly done weathering my 19 Adv. Still have to do the feet and super parts. I'll do a proper shoot once I finish it all up. This thing just has a retarded amount of detail in all the hidden areas. Every time I think I've got it all, I find little hidden areas I missed doing a wash on. I bet they even molded details in areas you can't see unless you took the thing apart. Quote
Saburo Posted August 24, 2015 Posted August 24, 2015 Mostly done weathering my 19 Adv. Still have to do the feet and super parts. I'll do a proper shoot once I finish it all up. This thing just has a retarded amount of detail in all the hidden areas. Every time I think I've got it all, I find little hidden areas I missed doing a wash on. I bet they even molded details in areas you can't see unless you took the thing apart. Hmmmm... you should start again, finish doing the super parts and the feet then send it to me and I'll send you a new one. J/K.. sorta.. Great work MJ it looks amazing! Quote
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