1/6 Spacebase 2000 Inspired Astronaut Sculpt

[Hunter Rose]

I cant believe it but its done!! The project I started nearly 4 and a half years ago is finished in my display cabinet and it feels great

 

The concept was based on an image I had seen in my Spacebase 2000 book when I was a kid, I'd started out wanting to copy it but the project slowly morphed into something more original but with the same feel. Its basically as if our intrepid intergalactic explorer has stumbled across some intresting flora that turned out to be carnivorous fauna! Cue a speedy jet pack exit to escape its slimy tentacles.

 

The base and body were sculpted in Super Sculpey Firm, and it was a real joy to create something from nothing. I'd urge anyone thinking about sculpture to give it a go, its been the most rewarding modelling experience I've had and when I look at where it started and the first attempt (which was frankly abysmal!) I cant believe it got to where it did.

 

Anyway here are the final pics, I took one with a mug in it too so you get an idea of the size, its roughly 35cm from the bottom of the base to the top of the helmet.

 

IMG_20200510_110212 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110310 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110334 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110355 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110423 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110452 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110511 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110525 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110542 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110556 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110611 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110629 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110648 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110657 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110713 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110727 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110746 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

IMG_20200510_110920 by Nick Frost, on Flickr

 

Heres a link to the wip

 

 

Thanks to everyone who commented and followed the journey, I'll be back with another project soon, all comments and questions welcome

[Pete in Lincs]

Hey! I'm the first one here! Well it's taken a while, but it was well worth the wait. Great concept and great execution. One to be proud of.

I'll look forward to your next endeavour. I'll pack sandwiches first though.

[rockpopandchips]

Have to agree with Pete, this has taken some time but it has been fun to watch it develop over time and the end result is absolutely fantastic, really like the contrasting colour you have used as well as. 

 

Great work, Brian. 

[Corsairfoxfouruncle]

Excellent work HR.. It was a fun and interesting trip along the way. Im happy you’ve finished this and will keep a lookout for the next one. 

[John_W]

Well done. Followed the WIP and it has been quite a journey. 

Looking forward to your next project.

[Hunter Rose]

18 hours ago, Pete in Lincs said:

Hey! I'm the first one here! Well it's taken a while, but it was well worth the wait. Great concept and great execution. One to be proud of.

I'll look forward to your next endeavour. I'll pack sandwiches first though.

 

Thanks Pete! And with my new setup I can assure you the next one won't take as long (so just a single round of sandwiches and 2 flasks of tea!)

 

18 hours ago, rockpopandchips said:

Have to agree with Pete, this has taken some time but it has been fun to watch it develop over time and the end result is absolutely fantastic, really like the contrasting colour you have used as well as. 

 

Great work, Brian. 

 

Cheers Brian, appreciate the interest as always, yeah "retro funky" was my colour inspiration

 

16 hours ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said:

Excellent work HR.. It was a fun and interesting trip along the way. Im happy you’ve finished this and will keep a lookout for the next one. 

 

Thanks Corsair, I'm glad you liked it always appreciate interest in my builds! 

 

14 hours ago, John_W said:

Well done. Followed the WIP and it has been quite a journey. 

Looking forward to your next project.

 

Thanks John, yeah it still feels a bit weird that it's actually done! Cheers for the interest

[Richard E]

Fantastic work and you've caught the whole "comic book" look and feel of the character very well, he looks right without becoming a caricature of a figure; in a way it's a shame he's finally finished as we won't be able to follow your build any more.

 

One question from a curious mind though: does our hero ultimately manage to make a safe get away from the purple plant of peril ?

 

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[Hunter Rose]

Cheers Richard, appreciate the kind words! 

And yes he gets away, I like to imagine a few more plants grabbing his legs before he goes to maximum boost and blasts free in a cloud of green slime, laser fire and still pulsating tentacles

[Carts]

I'd wondered when he would turn up😀 well worth the wait,a real labour of love with a great retro vibe,it may even encourage me to have a go at sculpting.and a very enjoyable and informative build thread.thanks for sharing.

[Hunter Rose]

On 5/12/2020 at 2:19 PM, Carts said:

I'd wondered when he would turn up😀 well worth the wait,a real labour of love with a great retro vibe,it may even encourage me to have a go at sculpting.and a very enjoyable and informative build thread.thanks for sharing.

 

Thanks Andy appreciate it! Yeah I hope you do give it a go, its very satisfying