> I must say that I don't feel safe at all replying on
> anything in this group
> anymore, but I simply have to comment on this one...
All are free to comment, hence the idea of this forum.
Keep yourself nice (ie, phrase things in a positive way)
and even if furs do disagree with you for whatever reason,
we'll keep civil and have a logical and useful discussion.
> Scrapper... The colours
> are looking grat and its cleare to see that theres a bit
> of shading done as well...
That came in the second round. Initally all flat tone and
it looked pretty pox, so I went back and added detail and
contour where I could. The orange 'glow' being added
really enhanced the image too. I should get a detailed
picture of Jim's and acurately have a go at replicating it
to a t-shirt. Preferably not one with too much exposure...
Interesingly, I had this hanging on the glass wall of the
server room (pictured behind the shirt) and received quite
a few comments that the art was quite good, but many people
seemed to be confused by the character. They agreed she
looked pretty hot etc, but seemed to be puzzled by the
non-human portrayl. This does seem to be fairly common,
unless people have associated with me before, I've found.
I showed my lecturer last night and he was pleased that I'd
had a go, since no one else in my group level has brought
anything in to show him, despite his requests we do so...
The beginner students were all impressed, even some of the
intermediates. The seniors etc could spot all the faults I
can see... :-) Incidentally, I'm only classed as an
intermediate student.
> Its a VERY nice airbrushing-job you have done here...
> your skills are
> getting better and better after each passing day - So
> that must mean that
> the airbrush-classes are paying off then, huh...?! =^_^=
The skills learnt in the class are definitely of help, but
APPLYING them (ie, practice) really is the key.
To spray fabric, you need a protex type paint. That is,
something with binder in it. Usual transparents or opaques
will fade out after a few washes. A cheap way to get
permanent cloth paint is to go to some of these $2 shops
(don't know if you have them over there), that sell
inexpensive products that are often dodgey, but you can
occasionally score something worth while. I by small
bottles (150ml) for about $2 of craft paint that is
designed to be brushed on. Obviously art shops sell things
like this too. Thin it down 1/1 with water and you can
usually spray it without too much hassle. LOTS of stirring
and mixing required to get a consistent mix. No, I don't
have wanker's cramp, it's from shaking paint bottles!
(Sure, Scrapper, whatever you say!) Really!!!
Once you've finished painting and left it to dry (totally
dry, not just 'not tacky'), then iron it with a hot iron,
ensuring you cover the t-shirt with a piece of paper to
prevent burning and to make sure you don't get little
pieces of paint stuck to the iron. You mum, Mrs, you, etc
may not be too plussed if you leave little coloured marks
on your/their white shirt next time the iron is used...
About two minutes of ironing will set the paint to
permanency. Hand wash the first time is also a good idea,
then should be safe for machine washing subsequently.
Obviously the less it is washed/worn the less it will fade.
Hand washing also helps reduce wear and tear. But this is
just a practice, so after the first hand wash, it will go
in with everything else!
I do intend to wear the t-shirt, though if I get to the
point of selling them, I'd be sending Jim one for a start!
After having got his permission etc, etc, etc, etc...
> Signed:........ Me.
Should that be MG? ;-)
> Today it's a holiday here in the US, Thanksgiving.
> (Is there anything like that in Germany?)
Urm, Shad will be able to tell you that, though I am sure
Martin can answer for Denmark... :-)
> It's a day to get together with family, (if possible,)
> eat like a pig, <G>
> and watch American-style football. <G>
That sounds like Christmas in Australia without the
football... Usually degrades to watching cricket *yawn*...
Or my mob's case, a big session of 'bench racing'. :-)
(Bench racing is telling tales of your achievements in a
car / on a bike over a few alcoholic beverages, for those
not familiar with the term).
> Well, hope you're keeping warm, (it's getting colder here
> in Wisconsin,) and have a good one!
Warming up down under. Pushing 33oC (90oF) today! :-)
I didn't hear from furs who they'd like me to try next.
I'm open for suggestions. Also puts a little pressure on
me to pull the thumb out and have a go! Maybe I should run
a poll? That way I can get the results before Christmas
and spray it over the Christmas holidays!
Scrapper, Black Dragon, starting to take requests... Art
trade anyone?
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Received on Thu Nov 27 2003 - 14:26:59 CST