✰MAKING A CUSTOM ALIEN DOLL✰ ALIEN SPACE CREW COLLAB | monster high repaint | [relaxing]

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Collaboration with Ancientarium Dolinks and Delightful led to the creation of an alien doll inspired by a spiny leaf stick insect, using a base from the Create a Monster series. The doll's design process involved 3D rendering, joint modifications, acetone cleaning, EVA foam spacesuit creation, facial markings inspired by cuttlefish, hair made from acrylic yarn, and regal hairstyle design influenced by sci-fi characters.

Insights

  • The creation of the alien doll involved a meticulous process of continuous iteration, from designing a new doll body using 3D rendering to refining articulation with joint keys and elastic structures, showcasing a commitment to achieving model perfection.
  • The intricate detailing and finishing touches on the alien doll, such as the ombre effect achieved through airbrushing the spacesuit, the use of metallic silver accents, and the inclusion of small details like control panel-like designs and dotted bolts, highlight a dedication to creating a high-quality, sci-fi-inspired character with a polished and detailed appearance.

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  • How was the alien doll's spacesuit created?

    Using EVA foam with pattern pieces and assembly.

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Summary

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"Alien Doll Collaboration: Design, Articulation, Inspiration"

  • Collaboration with fellow YouTubers Ancientarium Dolinks and Delightful for creating alien dolls
  • Inspiration drawn from partner's spiny leaf stick insect for alien design
  • Base for alien doll chosen from Create a Monster series from Monster High range
  • Decision to create a new doll body using a 3D rendered Monster High body
  • Continuous cycle of printing, testing, editing, and repeating for model perfection
  • Replacement of loose pelvis joint with elastic structure for articulation
  • Cleaning model with acetone and using neck pack for posable head
  • Use of joint keys and arms designed by Rick the Gaijin for sturdy articulation
  • Addition of magnets for sturdy shoulder connection in doll construction
  • Creation of alien doll's spacesuit using EVA foam with pattern pieces and assembly
  • Inspiration for alien doll's design from horror-based media like Annihilation and HP Lovecraft's works
  • Mapping out facial markings for doll inspired by cuttlefish's color-changing skin
  • Struggles with achieving desired color gradient on doll's face, leading to multiple layers of varnish
  • Difficulty in achieving desired eye look, requiring off-camera work with fine brushes and paint
  • Creation of hair using brushed out acrylic yarn and quick-dry craft glue
  • Simplification of design due to lockdown impact, opting for regal hairstyle instead of sculpted head carapace
  • Inspiration from sci-fi characters like Padme Amidala and Christian Avasarala for regal hairstyle design with braided headpiece mimicking original carapace shape.

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"Alien Spacesuit Painting: Partnered for Ombre Effect"

  • Spacesuit painting: Enlisted partner's help for airbrushing, creating dark base color with increasing blue vibrancy in layers, achieving ombre effect in three hours.
  • Detailing process: Used Scale 75's Eclipse Gray for shadowed areas, Vallejo's Deep Sky Blue and Normal Sky Blue for edge highlights, and tape for straight lines on legs.
  • Adding accents: Painted spine and attachments in metallic silver using Citadel Canoptic Alloy, added water decals from Gundam and Warhammer stickers for sci-fi details.
  • Final touches: Applied decals with water and Vallejo Decal Fix, added control panel-like design with metallic stickers, dotted bolts for added detail, varnished with acrylic gloss for polished look, threaded body together with elastic, added pearl to hair as nod to Star Wars character Omega, added gloss to eyes and lips, and completed alien character with badge designed by Enchanterium.
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