1/72 scale Naboo Starship build up

[REL]

Here's one of my Naboo Starship's I'm making for a client. I could never get the paint to look more than just shiny silver, so I decided to do it the way ILM did the studio model, with chrome mylar applied with a heat gun and iron.I had to cut the mylar into separate panels etc. to follow the contour of the hull.

(sorry for camera phone pics)

http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_03.jpg
http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_04.jpg

[Kuhn Global]

HOLY FRAKINOLI!!!! :eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

Nek is going to LOVE this piece! :cool::cool::cool::cool::cool::cool::cool:

[Freddog]

Does the mylar have a heat activated adhesive on the back or is the adhesive something you have to apply seperately?

[Richard_2001]

Richard,

That is MAJOR COOL !!!!!!!!! Awesome job there

Richard

[REL]

Does the mylar have a heat activated adhesive on the back or is the adhesive something you have to apply seperately?

Yes it's heat activated, and it's a pain in the ass, that's a whole days work right there.

[falcondesigns]

Yeah,but it looks bitchin'!!alexander

[Kuhn Global]

I just can't stop looking at that paneling effect! :eek::eek::eek:

This is WAAAAYYYYYYY kewl Richard! :cool::cool::cool::cool:

[rider]

I can imagine it's an exhausting pia, but, honestly, the results are stunning and only add to your fantastic body of work and skills :yeah::yeah::yeah::D

[REL]

Thanks.This stuff shows even the smallest piece of dust. So I had to wet sand, and wet sand and wet sand, then use fine steel wool, then I use a tack cloth before I put down each panel.

Here's a closer view.

http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_05.jpg

[Scorpius]

Looks sweet! So when can you start on my Monte Carlo? In the FL sun, it will be fun to blind other drivers.

[R L Bleecker]

Ah... a 327 J-type... built the Nubian Way... by hand.

[boba flint]

OMG! :eek::eek:

[dbhs]

Are you planning any weathering techniques over the mylar? You'd probably want this to look as pristine as possible but I'm wondering what techniques would work for this material. Clear coating might destroy the finish.

[REL]

No new progress today, but I wanted to show some better pics.


http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_06.jpg
http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_07.jpg

[Wombat]

Holy Shitta!

That is so AWESOME and bloody big as well.What a fantastic looking piece REL.

Excellent work dude!


Phil

[k-dog]

WOW!!!!!!!!!

[cougar184]

where do you pick up that chrome richard I think I found one of your kits to build love the effect.

[JohnLogan]

REL;
I was hunting the web the other day, and ran across this product.
I remembered this thread of the Naboo Starship, and thought you might be interested. Anyway check it out if you want.

http://www.flitemetal.com

Have fun!!

-JohnLogan :D:

[Kuhn Global]

I can't wait to see this beastie finished! :D:D:D

[thunderbearr]

Are you using Top Flite Monokote or Hangar 9 Chrome? That stuff is hard to get right, and I ought to know.

Looks 100% better than 3M Spray adhesive and Cooking Foil.

There's a company in Knoxville that makes a chrome paint for airbrush, but the effect only looks 'right' under lexan car bodies.

Seriously, man. That's bitchin'!

Rob

[thx217]

Can't wait to see the shiny thing in its full glory! AWESOME!

[KUROK]

REL,

Was there a studio model? I thought everything was CGI nowadays.

[vaderdentist]

Any progress shots on this??? Man it looks excellent so far!!!

Dave :)

[TridCloudwalker]

REL,

Was there a studio model? I thought everything was CGI nowadays.

A study model/maquette was made so the animators could see how light reflected off it. I'm not sure if it was laser scanned to build the computer model or not though.

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i51/TheCloudwalker/HPIM0416.jpg
http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i51/TheCloudwalker/HPIM0417.jpg

Also, the model appeared to be vacu-plated. I didn't see any seams, bubbles, or tape pulling up.

[Blappy]

REL;
I was hunting the web the other day, and ran across this product.
I remembered this thread of the Naboo Starship, and thought you might be interested. Anyway check it out if you want.

http://www.flitemetal.com

Have fun!!

-JohnLogan :D:

OMG! That stuff is exactly what I need for an current large scale project. Thanks for that!

[Blappy]

A study model/maquette was made so the animators could see how light reflected off it. I'm not sure if it was laser scanned to build the computer model or not though.

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i51/TheCloudwalker/HPIM0417.jpg

Also, the model appeared to be vacu-plated. I didn't see any seams, bubbles, or tape pulling up.

Carol Bauman (ILM MOdel Maker) at WF a few years ago was talking about this model and how they used Mylar for it. She said it was a real bitch to do.

REL: That looks amazing. Is that mylar some kind of stuff for RC planes?

[Kuhn Global]

Personally... I am well looking forward to viewing how Richard applies this technique to possible future items... like the Ep II Naboo ship in the opening scene! That 'spruce goose' looking beastie! :D Nudge nudge! LOLOLOLOLOL There is no doubt that SR quality is TOP NOTCH! :D

[3D-builder]

No new progress today, but I wanted to show some better pics.


http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_06.jpg
http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_07.jpg

LOVE this shot Rich with it catching the reflection stunning!!

[modman06]

OH yeah. Lets see more.. finish that thing.


Al

[REL]

Almost finished.

[PetarB]

She looks beautiful. I'd hate to have to give one of these away.

[Carson Dyle]

Wow, that looks AWESOME.

Wanna finish mine?

[Kuhn Global]

HOLY FRIED BACON!!! :eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek: DUUUUUUUUDE!

This may entice me to get another one! LOLOLOLOLOLOL

Almost finished.

http://www.resinilluminati.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=14446&d=1217453034

[suki5150]

Absolutely fantastic work.

Interesting subject too. Great looking ship.


Cheers,
Chris.

[dbhs]

So shiny - I think I can see myself.

Very nice work.

[Wombat]

Absolutely Fantastic!!!
Dude,what an awesome piece!!!
Really beautiful work there mate!!

[DarthDuck]

Frak- it still amazes me what you accomplished there- and how. I admire how you are constantly testing and refining different techniques!

[Raist3001]

Absolutely amazing Richard. Your work NEVER ceases to stun me. Definitely breath taking! And I mean that literally. I was having trouble catching my breath after viewing these photos.

[RKW]

DAYUM!

[RKW]

This may entice me to get another one! LOLOLOLOLOLOL

I'm sure that's NOT what REL wants to hear right now :D

[REL]

I'm making new molds for this, please PM me for interest.

[Kuhn Global]

I'm making new molds for this, please PM me for interest.


I think I may get another one of these toward the end of '08, or possibly the beginning of '09. Richard has a GREAT idea of an entire display that I really think is KILLER!!! :D

[REL]

Update.

http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_08.jpg

[Richard_2001]

Richard,

WOW that must be a bitch to photograph!!!!!!!!!

Looks AWESOME!!!!! I really like the chrome look you managed for this build, I bet it feels good to be this far along. :-)

Though any bluescreen work is going to be a torture test for sure!!!!!!!!

[Kuhn Global]

OMG!!! :eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

That is SOOOOOO BEAUTIFUL!!!! :cool::cool::cool::cool::cool:

[falcondesigns]

Yeah,I could do that in my sleep!(only in my dreams,richard)Out-fan-tast-standing!alexander

[PetarB]

With the new molds... any chance of windows? Something was mentioned along these lines as I recall, although I understand situations change.

[Schweinhund227]

Man !!! this is W i c K e d ! superb job on the Film !!! must have been an experience on its own !!!

Keep the good work coming.... pure D o P e !!!

[RKW]

Did you use mylar on the bulbous piece too or is that alcad paint?

[REL]

Here it is on it's base. The base was inspired by the landing platform on Coruscant.

Spires not attached for shipping purposes.
http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_09.jpg
http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_10.jpg
http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_11.jpg

[falcondesigns]

Just send it to my house,and charge it to the client!alexander

[JohnLogan]

REL, that is beautiful, absolutely beautiful.
-JohnLogan :D:

[Wombat]

Just Awesome!!!
That is just fantastic!!!
I'm speechless dude!!
:hail:

[suki5150]

An amazing model.

Is this a one off or is it for sale to members etc ??


Cheers,
Chris.

[R L Bleecker]

Holy STINK NUGGETS!

I love that base... and what's sittin' on it.

[Kuhn Global]

HOLY QUIGLY DOWN UNDER!!!! :eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

This is BEAUTIFUL Richard!!! :cool::cool::cool::cool::cool::cool:

Here it is on it's base. The base was inspired by the landing platform on Coruscant.

Spires not attached for shipping purposes.
http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_09.jpg
http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_10.jpg
http://sovereignreplicas.com/nek_naboo_11.jpg

[vaderman1701]

What..no landing gear? Awesome job my friend.


Scott

[PetarB]

Stunning work.

[REL]

What..no landing gear? Awesome job my friend.


Scott
Thanks everyone.

Due to popular request, I'm working on landing gear, ramp and full cockpit.

[modman06]

Thanks everyone.

Due to popular request, I'm working on landing gear, ramp and full cockpit.

You forgot, working star drive, weapons systems, tractor beam, and most important. fully stocked galley.


Al

[Richard_2001]

You forgot, working star drive, weapons systems, tractor beam, and most important. fully stocked galley.


Al

with all that he will have to make it bigger too. ;)

Richard

[nwjedidave]

Thanks everyone.

Due to popular request, I'm working on landing gear, ramp and full cockpit.

holy mo jebus!

stunning is the only thing I can think of ATM

dave