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Concept Art 101
Or “How to do twice the work in half the time!”
By Lurch
We’re back for another fun filled lesson in design! Everyone have their No.2 pencils and sketchbooks? All of those that raised their hands go to the back of the class; you obviously didn’t pay attention in the last lesson. Now all the rest of […]
Photoshop 101
Or “How I learned to stop using MS Paint and love The Gimp!”
Superman Confidential #1 Minimate style by Lurch.
Lurch’s Laboratory: Photoshop 101!
By Lurch
I’ve been asked many things over the years on the minimate forums: why do they call you Lurch; what character is your favorite; why did C3 fail; do you have any spares; what […]
The Amazing Customs of Drgnrbrn316
190 Customs by Drgnrbrn316. Top row: Leonardo, Raphael, Zombie Giant-Man, Goliath, Hobgoblin, Stilt-Man, Ghost Rider (w/Hellcycle), Cloak, Sandman, Yellowjacket, Lizard, Apocalypse, Doc Ock. Second row: X-23, Shriek, Beast, Shocker, Deadpool, Patient Demon (Silent Hill 2), James (Silent Hill 2), Ash (Evil Dead/Army of Darkness), Elvis/Sabastian Haff (Bubba Hotep), Rand al’Thor (Wheel of Time), Locutus (Star […]
Making Big Rhino, Part 2
By Jatta Pake
This article is the second part of a series which details my methods for making a custom 2.5″ Rhino Minimate based upon the 2″ Marvel character released by Art Asylum and Diamond Select Toys. Part One can be read here.
When I left off last time, I had shifted gears and begain sculpting […]
Making Big Rhino, Part 1
By Jatta Pake
This is the first part of several articles which will detail the custom production method of a 2.5″ Marvel Rhino Minimate. Many of the techniques described in these articles are adapted from the brilliant custom making article by Mini-Myte called “Custom Making 101″. Found here.
With the announcement that the new line of DC […]
First wave of bighulks completed …
I probably won’t do any more for a very long while. This is very labor intensive and I’m still sick! But, hey, I finished seven of these. And three are left for those interested. Send me a PM or email me for details on price.
Jatta Pake’s Next Generation of Customs
The 2.5″ Hulk. I’m not letting the upcoming big DC characters dominate my Marvel Minimates. Will you?
* Airbrushed Citadel Paints
* Adobe Illustrator Designs
* Water slide decals
* Details
* Any questions?
Minimate Customizing 101
An in-depth look into the process of customizing in the 2″ scale.
By MINI-MYTE
After years of secrecy I have decided to share my minimate customizing techniques with everybody. So the following is a detailed, step-by-step instruction manual with photos so everyone can produce high quality customs. I chose to do the Elseworlds Supergirl as my demo […]
Let’s Make a Custom!
Free Comic Book Day 2005 Minimate pictured. These are popular blanks used in making customs.
By Jatta Pake.Turning your Minimates into new custom characters can be as easy as swapping a few arms and legs around. However, an entire hobby has arisen with collectors taking customizing to a whole new level. These collectors completely repaint and […]
Custom Tip #2: Basic Painting
Many people have no desire to paint, much less paint a minimate. The small size is intimidating and it seems difficult. Thankfully, it isn’t as hard as it seems. If you do decide to take the plunge with painting minimates, I suggest these basic techniques.
Start small – Don’t begin by repainting an entire minimate. Making […]
