Questions Anyone?

[le Gardien]

Is Drax Jim Starlin style is possible bust for this phase Mr Bowen ?

He missing for my Cosmic display with Thanos and Captain Marvel :twisted:


http://www.artofjohnbyrne.com/muhandbook/images/mu_drax.jpg

[bobilero]

Is Drax Jim Starlin style is possible bust for this phase Mr Bowen ?

He missing for my Cosmic display with Thanos and Captain Marvel :twisted:


http://www.artofjohnbyrne.com/muhandbook/images/mu_drax.jpg

He said its possible some time ago, lets see , i also like to see a Drax with overpowered and brainless while the Infinity Watch era.
http://image.comicvine.com:8000/item/7000/6807/114125-drax-the-destroyer_400.jpg

[Danno]

Drax is one of those characters that I would actually want/prefer the modern
version of (from the Annihilation series)

I think the tattoos would help make for a visually stunning piece

http://image.comicvine.com:8000/item/7000/6807/174267-drax-the-destroyer_400.jpg

http://image.comicvine.com:8000/item/7000/6807/147775-drax-the-destroyer_400.png

http://image.comicvine.com:8000/item/7000/6807/153518-drax-the-destroyer_400.jpg

http://image.comicvine.com:8000/item/7000/6807/44806-drax-the-destroyer_400.jpg

[CaptainHardwood]

"I think the tattoos would help make for a visually stunning piece"

Agreed. Though the color contrast of the purple and green of the "previous" Drax would look cool as well. Besides, considering that RB claims (or insinuates) to lack knowledge of more-current characters (you were teasing about not knowing who X-23 is, right Randy??), somehow I doubt that IF a Drax is done, it will be the current incarnation.

For me, as I feel that the two versions are all-but different characters, I'd happily find room (budgetarily and display space) for BOTH!

[JonoJarrett]

I think "old Drax" would look better w/ the 70s Captain Marvel & Thanos & Death--especially if there's Gamora & Moondragon to go with!

[CaptainHardwood]

I think "old Drax" would look better w/ the 70s Captain Marvel & Thanos & Death--especially if there's Gamora & Moondragon to go with!

Assuming bust (my preference) . . . would go better with Adam Warlock as well (which I believe is "Classic" version). IF Drax is to be done, and IF I had to choose between the two, I'd lean towards "old Drax" due to display options. Could also depend on whether there are "Annihilation" versions of other characters in the offing, be it Starlord (would look COOL!!) and . . .

As to Gamora & Moondragon . . . I think "we" may have already received a "no" from RB on Moondragon, but I'd love to see Gamora done, either "Infinity Watch" version or more current version - if I had to choose there, I'd go current (and that's coming from one of those Silver Age lobbyists!). Heck - I'd even go for a FS "current" Gamora to put with the FS Nova, if one of the Novas (be it museum pose or "flying") is of like time period.

[JonoJarrett]

I think "we" may have already received a "no" from RB on Moondragon, but I'd love to see Gamora done

Yeah, RB said "not this phase," but it never hurts to demonstrate that a character has a following or that a sculpt would be a highly desirable addition to someone's collection!

the current phase is such a sausage-fest so far that i like to keep an oar in the water at least for more ladies ....

[bobilero]

Yeah! I'm praying for this cosmic display too, and i LOVE the green/purple+cape costume.
But by now only possibilities of a bust , if there will be a Phase 5 it will come FS for sure due to the great seller the bust was. :)

[HeirtoAsguard]

I definately want a classic Drax too. put in next to my Thanos FS grouping with Death.
now that would be nice.

[MaxGoof]

Hey Randy, has any work been done yet on the Psylocke FS, or is that a piece that we'll have to wait a bit to see?

[Twinzs]

Drax is one of those characters that I would actually want/prefer the modern
version of (from the Annihilation series)

I think the tattoos would help make for a visually stunning piece

http://image.comicvine.com:8000/item/7000/6807/174267-drax-the-destroyer_400.jpg

http://image.comicvine.com:8000/item/7000/6807/147775-drax-the-destroyer_400.png

http://image.comicvine.com:8000/item/7000/6807/153518-drax-the-destroyer_400.jpg

http://image.comicvine.com:8000/item/7000/6807/44806-drax-the-destroyer_400.jpg

I'd like that drax as well. I think Nova would look cool in the annihilation armor as well but I think I'm one of the few

[Danno]

I'd like that drax as well. I think Nova would look cool in the annihilation armor as well but I think I'm one of the few

NOPE! I'm with you there...Annihilation Nova for sure!

[Twinzs]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Twinzs View Post
Is there a concept sketch or any kind of preview for an Annihilus FS?



YES!!??? It wasn't already mentioned! AMAZING NEWS RANDY!!!
Will you show us the sketch to calm our hungry for this classic FF villain?
http://image.comicvine.com:8000/item/11000/10964/133273-annihilus_400.jpg

I asked about it a while ago and he said yes. I'm very excited for this piece as well! He'll look great with Nova and the possible F4 revisit

[Twinzs]

NOPE! I'm with you there...Annihilation Nova for sure!

Thats why you're the man Danno! You've done some amazing work on these new pieces!

[Enik]

a new member on the superherofigurineforum.com forum named capturello told me about an Italian sculptor that has been doing modern versions of Super Skrull, Thanos and Drax... I asked him to pass along a 3 word message
PLEASE
KIT
THIS
:)
Annihilation Super Skrull
http://www.farabi.it/LegioPictorum/viewtopic.php?t=5979

Annihilation Thanos and Drax
http://www.farabi.it/LegioPictorum/viewtopic.php?t=4898

I imagine that Danno would love to take a stab at that version of Drax :mrgreen:

[bobilero]

Hey Danno seems like you're a big fan of Annihilation series , me too :)
So , if has we mentioned above Randy finally does Annihilus FS ...wich version will you preffer? I'm really in doubt about this one , because a like both the old robotical insectoid , and the new much more insectoid living entity...
Anyway if he's done probably you'll have to do a master paint job for it ...as always :rock:

[CaptainHardwood]

a new member on the superherofigurineforum.com forum named capturello told me about an Italian sculptor that has been doing modern versions of Super Skrull, Thanos and Drax... I asked him to pass along a 3 word message
PLEASE
KIT
THIS
:)
Annihilation Super Skrull
http://www.farabi.it/LegioPictorum/viewtopic.php?t=5979

Annihilation Thanos and Drax
http://www.farabi.it/LegioPictorum/viewtopic.php?t=4898

I imagine that Danno would love to take a stab at that version of Drax :mrgreen:

If I click on one of these links, will RB find out??? :mistrust: Just don't want to get caught "cheating on him"! :Oops: :)

Now, if you mentioned an "Annihilation" Gamora . . . . I might chance getting caught steppin' out . . .

[Enik]

LOL!
I'm a big fan of the cosmic characters (and being 41, the 70's versions are what I grew up with)... that being said, I LOVE the new Annihilation depiction of the characters... The original Annihilation got me back into reading comics.
and yeah... the new Gamora? simply stunning...

[CaptainHardwood]

LOL!
I'm a big fan of the cosmic characters (and being 41, the 70's versions are what I grew up with)... that being said, I LOVE the new Annihilation depiction of the characters... The original Annihilation got me back into reading comics.
and yeah... the new Gamora? simply stunning...

I actually never took to the Marvel Cosmic characters until I picked up the original Annihilation series in hardback; since then, I've taken an interest in learning some of the current players' backgrounds and hence would like to complement my current Bowen "cosmic" collection with a few (already named).

As to Gamora . . . I will say that a couple current Nova covers featuring her were . . . well . . . required further investigation. Haven't read the current Annihilation series and related titles yet (I'm backlogging them until they're all out, so I can read them one after the other without pause), but from what little I've gleaned thus far of Gamora, she's probably the closest thing to one of my other fav's - Dejah Thoris - that a modern day Marvel character comes - otherworldly breathtaking beauty and deceptively deadly.

You're a John Carter fan too, right?

[Danno]

a new member on the superherofigurineforum.com forum named capturello told me about an Italian sculptor that has been doing modern versions of Super Skrull, Thanos and Drax... I asked him to pass along a 3 word message
PLEASE
KIT
THIS
:)
Annihilation Super Skrull
http://www.farabi.it/LegioPictorum/viewtopic.php?t=5979

Annihilation Thanos and Drax
http://www.farabi.it/LegioPictorum/viewtopic.php?t=4898

I imagine that Danno would love to take a stab at that version of Drax :mrgreen:

SWEET! These are pretty cool, but there are some anatomy issues with them thus far. I assume they are still WIP. But if he can make some tweaks and get the anatomy structurally sound...these could be awesome.

[Enik]

yup big time... ERB's John Carter novels, the Marvel series and the game where all things I cherished growing up.... and yeah I thought that Dejah Thoris was the Red Sonja of that world (ok sorta...)... strong, stunning, smart, erm... and a bunch of other s-words.
BD Barsoom Statue Collection will be a wonderful day when it arrives :mrgreen:

[Danno]

Hey Danno seems like you're a big fan of Annihilation series , me too :)
So , if has we mentioned above Randy finally does Annihilus FS ...wich version will you preffer? I'm really in doubt about this one , because a like both the old robotical insectoid , and the new much more insectoid living entity...
Anyway if he's done probably you'll have to do a master paint job for it ...as always :rock:

I am a HUGE fan of the Annihilation stuff...HUGE!!!!!
But for Annihilus...it has got to be old school for me. The redesign on him just
did not have the same impact on me ...it made sense to look more bug-like
but I like the old school mecha-bug design.

BUT...with characters like Nova, Drax, Gamora, Super Skrull, Ronan, Firelord,
Thanos, Phylla-Vell, Star-Lord...sigh.....I just love the new designs. I like
the old scool ones too...but not as much as the new Annihilation designs
(especially Drax and Star Lord)

[bobilero]

I am a HUGE fan of the Annihilation stuff...HUGE!!!!!
But for Annihilus...it has got to be old school for me. The redesign on him just
did not have the same impact on me ...it made sense to look more bug-like
but I like the old school mecha-bug design.

BUT...with characters like Nova, Drax, Gamora, Super Skrull, Ronan, Firelord,
Thanos, Phylla-Vell, Star-Lord...sigh.....I just love the new designs. I like
the old scool ones too...but not as much as the new Annihilation designs
(especially Drax and Star Lord)

Me too for almost all of them, not Drax :( hehe , but Nova,Ronan, Skrull...and Phylla-Vell !! She's amazing on cover art! Even Quasar before he dies fighting Annihilus looks so nice. I'm happy now knowing that you will put all you Aerograph talent at this guys when you have the oportunity :eek:

[Danno]

Man...all I can say is that is Randy does ANY of these characters...I am SO
hoping that he will do both a classic and modern version.

You don't like the new Drax? He's one of my favorites from the story.

[CaptainHardwood]

yup big time... ERB's John Carter novels, the Marvel series and the game where all things I cherished growing up.... and yeah I thought that Dejah Thoris was the Red Sonja of that world (ok sorta...)... strong, stunning, smart, erm... and a bunch of other s-words.
BD Barsoom Statue Collection will be a wonderful day when it arrives :mrgreen:

Thought so. Thought I'd "out you" here - my little way of puttin' in another plug with RB.

Randy - I/we know you've got your hands full as it is getting Phase IV up and running, but please consider picking up a John Carter/Barsoom line. I don't know anything about the licensing aspect, but I gotta believe (based on what I've read) that it's gotta be more hassle-free than what you've experienced with Marvel.

And while you're laying the groundwork for your new line, go ahead and do a current Gamora. And Grim Reaper. And Red Ghost. And Red Guardian. What the hell . . . throw in a Radioactive Man in between. Oh yeah . . . I'll take most of what you're already working on too!

[Meteor Man]

I am a HUGE fan of the Annihilation stuff...HUGE!!!!!
But for Annihilus...it has got to be old school for me. The redesign on him just
did not have the same impact on me ...it made sense to look more bug-like
but I like the old school mecha-bug design.

BUT...with characters like Nova, Drax, Gamora, Super Skrull, Ronan, Firelord,
Thanos, Phylla-Vell, Star-Lord...sigh.....I just love the new designs. I like
the old scool ones too...but not as much as the new Annihilation designs
(especially Drax and Star Lord)


I'm a huge fan of your painting Danno, but I definately like the Starlin Drax infinitely better than the Annihilation design for Drax. He almost looks like a human soldier or something thats been painted green, which isn't too exciting IMHO.

[bobilero]

Man...all I can say is that is Randy does ANY of these characters...I am SO
hoping that he will do both a classic and modern version.

You don't like the new Drax? He's one of my favorites from the story.

Yeah ! I love Drax! But i preffer the classic costume over his new look , but i like Drax a lot! :rock:

[MaxGoof]

I vote for the modern Annihilation Drax. The classic Drax looks like a goofball, whereas modern Drax is a complete badass.

[IronLantern]

Full size Annihilation Nova please!! Maybe with a classic Nova variant.

[bobilero]

I vote for the modern Annihilation Drax. The classic Drax looks like a goofball, whereas modern Drax is a complete badass.

Like a goofball??:-x Modern Drax is a new well done design , but please,some respect for the classic legendary one.;)

[boobhound]

Will we see a GRIM REAPER mini bust this phase? Any sneaks availible? Please?

[Greyone]

Rocket Raccoon... With Guns A Blazing!!! :D

Out!!!

[XSE]

What about:

FS Professor X
MB Deathbird and Lilandra (2 pack)
MB Longshot and Dazzler (2 pack or individual)
MB Cannonball
FS Psylocke
Since we have heard that White Queen and Jim Lee Jean Grey FS's are possibilities could we see cut down versions as MB's ala Phoenix and Dark Phoenix????

[Clutters]

Hey Randy, any chance of another Thor FS, this time in his new JMS costume?

[Crazy 88]

When are we seeing the Bullseye that was sneaked together with Loki?

[Randy Bowen]

Will we see a GRIM REAPER mini bust this phase? Any sneaks availible? Please?

Sorry- I'd rather not say.

There's a disturbing trend happening lately. Whenever I announce that I'm not releasing a particular sculpt this phase, that seems to be a green light for unauthorized producers to create their own, and they go into production.

There are a ton of characters for this phase. We may not get to all of them, but we'll get there eventually.

[Tigershark]

Sorry- I'd rather not say.

There's a disturbing trend happening lately. Whenever I announce that I'm not releasing a particular sculpt this phase, that seems to be a green light for unauthorized producers to create their own, and they go into production.

There are a ton of characters for this phase. We may not get to all of them, but we'll get there eventually.

Good thing these kits range from $30-70 and that's not counting painting...making them very costly yo add to a collection.

i.e.--I can neither put together a kit,nor paint one. :(

As COOL as some of them are!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So I never know if a 'kit' is actually an 'sneak' for a potential BD piece.

Glad to know BD will be around for a while.

:)

[Tigershark]

Very much anticipateing what you've NOT confirmed/sneaked.....the possibilties are endless... :)

[Tigershark]

A real question...........

When a piece gats as far as painted and 'sneaked'.......example-Firelord.

Can 'tweaks' still happen?? Or is it too far along in the pipeline???

At what point does a piece 'go to the press' and there is no turning back??

[TheMadTitan]

Sorry- I'd rather not say.

There's a disturbing trend happening lately. Whenever I announce that I'm not releasing a particular sculpt this phase, that seems to be a green light for unauthorized producers to create their own, and they go into production.

There are a ton of characters for this phase. We may not get to all of them, but we'll get there eventually.

Just do your best for now, Randy. You make it I buy it

[Cool-Breeze]

When will more full sizes be available for sale? Are there going to be pieces that show up for sale that you never sneaked?

[gottohaveitall68]

Sorry- I'd rather not say.

There's a disturbing trend happening lately. Whenever I announce that I'm not releasing a particular sculpt this phase, that seems to be a green light for unauthorized producers to create their own, and they go into production.

There are a ton of characters for this phase. We may not get to all of them, but we'll get there eventually.

you tell em boy

[sambofred]

How did you decide to start Bowen Designs?
There are plenty of really talented sculptors out there that could probably start their own companies, but they dont.
What made you?
Did you get any grief from your family during the process?
Thanks

[Shanester]

Any more versions of Spiderman planned?

[SFDaredevil]

Sorry- I'd rather not say.

There's a disturbing trend happening lately. Whenever I announce that I'm not releasing a particular sculpt this phase, that seems to be a green light for unauthorized producers to create their own, and they go into production.

There are a ton of characters for this phase. We may not get to all of them, but we'll get there eventually.

I guess we will need a Phase FIVE then!!! ;-)

[wesone]

Mr. Bowen, (Don't know ya well enough to use the friendlier name yet)

I was just wondering if there were any chance of ever seeing more in the line of the Warlock series? I think Magus should get a bust or FS, and Eros & Drax, there are others but I think these would be huge hits. Any plans or thoughts on these?

[adam_mantium]

Can we get a look at the Sauron MB painted please? Been dying for this one.

[HeirtoAsguard]

Sorry- I'd rather not say.

There's a disturbing trend happening lately. Whenever I announce that I'm not releasing a particular sculpt this phase, that seems to be a green light for unauthorized producers to create their own, and they go into production.

There are a ton of characters for this phase. We may not get to all of them, but we'll get there eventually.


well duh?? how long did it take for you to realize this?? :o don't you remember
your FS Subby or your FS Nick Fury that you wanted to do. Randy while I
love your intereaction with us, you do give way to much info. the less your
competition know, the less they can beat you to the punch.

[The Cleaner]

RB do you have any Celebrity clients that you know of?(no need to mention who)
and have you ever gave a celebrity a statue only coz you've heard they're a fan of your work?

[sambofred]

well duh?? how long did it take for you to realize this?? :o don't you remember
your FS Subby or your FS Nick Fury that you wanted to do. Randy while I
love your intereaction with us, you do give way to much info. the less your
competition know, the less they can beat you to the punch.

Never met you, don’t know you, so please don’t take my reply as a personal attack at all.

I love the interaction just as much as anyone else. This is why I buy Moore/Bowen statues and nothing else. They care about the fans. So, yes RB tells us what is coming out to help please the fans, and/or to help build up excitement for the coming phases.

If I didn’t know what was coming out from BD I would probably start buying something else. But instead, since I have an idea of what is coming out in the next several months I begin to horde my money in anticipation.

RB gets about $1,500+ of my money every year. That may seem like small change compared to some, but its pretty much well over half of my discretionary money. And the reason why BD gets so much of it is because I am eagerly waiting for the next statue to post and I always hope that it’s the one that I want.

And, between you and me, the 'duh' comment could have been stated a bit differently.

Peace

[JonoJarrett]

Hi RB,

Mockingbird's getting ALL KINDS of love in the Secret Invasion threads here on JW & in the books.

Are we still a GO to see Bobbi Morse as a mb from Bowen??? Oh, please? [I've heard you enjoy pie--i can bake a pie.]

[JonoJarrett]

Hi again,

when the modern Ms. Marvel statue is painted, can her black costume have a sort of blue cast/undertone, in the way that highlights on black used to be shown as blue? I don't mean artificial "highlights" in blue paint, but a blue-black that's darker & richer than the straight blue on the retro version's costume.

thanks,
JJ

[HeirtoAsguard]

Never met you, don’t know you, so please don’t take my reply as a personal attack at all.

I love the interaction just as much as anyone else. This is why I buy Moore/Bowen statues and nothing else. They care about the fans. So, yes RB tells us what is coming out to help please the fans, and/or to help build up excitement for the coming phases.

If I didn’t know what was coming out from BD I would probably start buying something else. But instead, since I have an idea of what is coming out in the next several months I begin to horde my money in anticipation.

RB gets about $1,500+ of my money every year. That may seem like small change compared to some, but its pretty much well over half of my discretionary money. And the reason why BD gets so much of it is because I am eagerly waiting for the next statue to post and I always hope that it’s the one that I want.

And, between you and me, the 'duh' comment could have been stated a bit differently.

Peace


no problem sambofred. the reason I did the "duh" is because I think everyone already knew that. and like you I too like the sneek previews
and know what I'm looking forward too. but for Randy to say that, and I meant the "duh" in no disrespect towards him none whatsoever, it sounded
as if he just realize this. that's all. I'm not trying to bash him, although
I have in the past. lol.

[sambofred]

no problem sambofred. the reason I did the "duh" is because I think everyone already knew that. and like you I too like the sneek previews
and know what I'm looking forward too. but for Randy to say that, and I meant the "duh" in no disrespect towards him none whatsoever, it sounded
as if he just realize this. that's all. I'm not trying to bash him, although
I have in the past. lol.

To each their own.
Have a great weekend.

[Randy Bowen]

Hi again,

when the modern Ms. Marvel statue is painted, can her black costume have a sort of blue cast/undertone, in the way that highlights on black used to be shown as blue? I don't mean artificial "highlights" in blue paint, but a blue-black that's darker & richer than the straight blue on the retro version's costume.

thanks,
JJ

OK :)

[Randy Bowen]

Hi RB,

Mockingbird's getting ALL KINDS of love in the Secret Invasion threads here on JW & in the books.

Are we still a GO to see Bobbi Morse as a mb from Bowen??? Oh, please? [I've heard you enjoy pie--i can bake a pie.]

It's now "iffy"

[Randy Bowen]

When will more full sizes be available for sale? Are there going to be pieces that show up for sale that you never sneaked?

1) soon

2) probably

[XSE]

If you did a FS Professor Xavier would you rather him be in a classic wheelchair....or would you put him in the Jim Lee hover chair from X-Men #1 (circa 90's)??

[JonoJarrett]

It's now "iffy"

HEARTBREAK! :brkheart::Panic:

"iffy"--oh no! Check out the "Who should come next from the Avengers" thread on SF--Mockingbird's right on top. She's one of the few female Avengers; a compelling [if somewhat sidelined] character who features really prominently in fan-favorite Hawkeye's world; devoted collectors would love to complete their WAC displays; and she'd appear to be a major player in this year's gigantic "Secret Invasion" event--to say nothing of just being a hot Marvel heroine who's not a mutant, which are almost always snapped up fast!

Weren't Hellcat & Tigra successful mbs? We need more blondes who can kick ass! Since the Ms. Marvel fs is so AWESOME, if it's a matter of time/energy I say either saw it off for the mb or give us a Mockingbird mb instead & let folks love the fs statue! Add a mask & sleeves, pull back the hair, give her a coupla clubs--it could work!

Please, oh please!

And thanks for answering!

[Bartholomew]

Is the Jim Lee and/or X-Factor red versions of Jean Grey being worked on?

[Randy Bowen]

Originally posted by Sambofred:

How did you start Bowen Designs?

Did you get any grief from your family during the process?

When I was a kid I couldn't decide between being a comic book artist, and a special effects guy. Both were only dreams to me. When I first started sculpting, there was no- "garage kit or statue industry". The only place that I knew of was a company called Lunar Models, who were producing dinosaurs, and a few other non-figural items. I was hired to sculpt a Morlock, (from the George Pal film The Time Machine). I was working at other jobs at the time (pumping gas, gopher for a bucket making company, asbestos removal guys etc.). It wasn't long before I learned how to make my own molds and produce my own kits. I don't like being an employee, and I also like- not feeling like I'm working.

In my youth,I was always the kid selling lemonade on the street corner, peddling newspapers, or putting on and organizing high-school dances to make extra money. My dad was self employed, and it was always my dream to be my own boss.

It turns out that being the boss can sometimes suck, big-time, and I don't get to sculpt nearly as much as I'd like. That's why Bowen Designs as a company has stayed small. I've found that the bigger we get, the less fun I have.

And, yes- I did get grief from my family. My father always told me that there was no future in art. He always recommended that I become a federal employee, or something with good health and retirement benefits. In a way he was right. I'm one of the lucky few who've "made it". My wife also had her doubts. In fact, I had to prove it to her on paper how this career choice was worth it to quit her job. She's now a believer. She's always supported me personally, but it took a while to convince her to come on board with BD.

[CromVABeach]

Any chance we might see Diablo soon?

if you haven't picked a sculptor for him yet I think Troyboy would be a good choice. His Ringmaster has some of the same characteristics which would work on Diablo.

Oh, and any chance of a John Byrne-style Thing statue?

[Tigershark]

Randy,

Happy Mother's Day!!!!
***well pass it along to Rocky, :)***

At what point does a scuplt pass the point of no return,where no sculpting tweaks can be done???

If a picture is up for order on the BD site. Is that the point???

How about paint??? At what point can changes be made??

[Randy Bowen]

Any chance we might see Diablo soon?

if you haven't picked a sculptor for him yet I think Troyboy would be a good choice. His Ringmaster has some of the same characteristics which would work on Diablo.

Oh, and any chance of a John Byrne-style Thing statue?

1) I'd rather not say

2) Troy is great :)

3) Yes

[Randy Bowen]

Randy,

Happy Mother's Day!!!!
***well pass it along to Rocky, :)***

At what point does a scuplt pass the point of no return,where no sculpting tweaks can be done???

If a picture is up for order on the BD site. Is that the point???

How about paint??? At what point can changes be made??

1) Thanks- I'll pass that along

2) realistically; once the factory begins production, but there have been occasions where we've actually stopped production midway to make a correction.

3) no

4) at any point

[CromVABeach]

1) I'd rather not say

2) Troy is great :)

3) Yes

I understand about Diablo. He was kind of late to the party.:)

I was blown away by Troy's Man-Ape and Ringmaster. He put a lot of fun into the characters and had some really cool ideas for the bases. I figured the gorilla skulls sold you on Man-Ape.:cool:

That is encouraging news about the Byrne-style Thing. After Kirby I think Byrne had the greatest artistic impact on the Fantastic Four. And his version of The Thing respected the original look while adding his own touch.

[CromVABeach]

Have you ever worked in 1:1 scale? Any large sculpting projects?

[Randy Bowen]

Have you ever worked in 1:1 scale? Any large sculpting projects?

yes- I sculpted a monument for my hometown (Pomeroy Washington). This is a life-size statue. It's based on a Union soldier from the Civil war that had pioneered in that area. It's sits on the front lawn of the city courthouse.

http://i31.tinypic.com/2a68gf8.jpg

[Shanester]

Sometimes when you show a work in progress, there are different colors to the scuplting materials. Why is that/is that done on purpose?

[rilynil]

yes- I sculpted a monument for my hometown (Pomeroy Washington). This is a life-size statue. It's based on a Union soldier from the Civil war that had pioneered in that area. It's sits on the front lawn of the city courthouse.

http://i31.tinypic.com/2a68gf8.jpg

WOW! Now THAT is extremely cool, having a life-size statue you sculpted in front of the courthouse of your hometown! WOW!

What's he made of?

[Chico]

That looks awesome RB. How long did it take you to finish the entire thing?

[Randy Bowen]

Sometimes when you show a work in progress, there are different colors to the scuplting materials. Why is that/is that done on purpose?

Good questions today: refreshing :)

Yes- sometimes I use epoxy putty instead of Super Sculpey. It's because sometimes I need to use a material that does not require heat to set-up, in order to save the surface underneath.

[Randy Bowen]

WOW! Now THAT is extremely cool, having a life-size statue you sculpted in front of the courthouse of your hometown! WOW!

What's he made of?

Bronze and stainless steel (blade)

[Randy Bowen]

That looks awesome RB. How long did it take you to finish the entire thing?

About a month. It could have been done quicker, but we were also in the midst of Phase 1 at the time.

[Bartholomew]

yes- I sculpted a monument for my hometown (Pomeroy Washington). This is a life-size statue. It's based on a Union soldier from the Civil war that had pioneered in that area. It's sits on the front lawn of the city courthouse.

http://i31.tinypic.com/2a68gf8.jpg

WOW. Now I wouldn't be surprised if the monument dissappears and finds its way into a Bowen completist's home. :lol:

[MaxGoof]

Hey Randy, this question is completely different from usual, but I thought I'd ask anyway...

Any chance of a new T-Shirt for BDCC Members? My wife wears her black one and her white one all the time, and they're starting to wear out!

Those shirts were the coolest!

[Chico]

About a month. It could have been done quicker, but we were also in the midst of Phase 1 at the time.

Wow!!! a month was fast enough!! I was expecting 2 months and above answer.

Anyway, have you seen the Ironman movie? your thoughts?

[Randy Bowen]

Hey Randy, this question is completely different from usual, but I thought I'd ask anyway...

Any chance of a new T-Shirt for BDCC Members? My wife wears her black one and her white one all the time, and they're starting to wear out!

Those shirts were the coolest!

Thanks-We've ben so busy with the move etc. that new shirts have ben pretty far down on the list. I've got some ideas- so hopefully soon.:blah:

[Randy Bowen]

Wow!!! a month was fast enough!! I was expecting 2 months and above answer.

Anyway, have you seen the Ironman movie? your thoughts?

Yes- I liked it. I hope they make more :)

[JonoJarrett]

yes- I sculpted a monument for my hometown (Pomeroy Washington). This is a life-size statue. It's based on a Union soldier from the Civil war that had pioneered in that area. It's sits on the front lawn of the city courthouse.

http://i31.tinypic.com/2a68gf8.jpg

awesome. jesse says change the belt buckle. :blah:

[Randy Bowen]

awesome. jesse says change the belt buckle. :blah:

I think he also mentioned that the eyes just weren't right... Oops- wrong thread.

[Trowt]

Randy, what/who did you use as model for the Union soldier? Looks suspiciously similar to a certain resin monger on this board...

[Randy Bowen]

Randy, what/who did you use as model for the Union soldier? Looks suspiciously similar to a certain resin monger on this board...

Lt.Col. John Mitchell. He was famous for digging his way out of a Conderate prison with a pocket knife, and freeing over 100 of his fellow Union prisoners.

No, it's not based on me. :)

[Chico]

Lt.Col. John Mitchell. He was famous for digging his way out of a Conderate prison with a pocket knife, and freeing over 100 of his fellow Union prisoners.

No, it's not based on me. :)

Really?... sounds like Macgyver to me, :cool: But I will pick him over Macgyver and his swiss knife.

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/toy1den/b16580278.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/toy1den/gig-swiss-knife.jpg

[CromVABeach]

Randy, you mentioned special effects/movie modeling as one potential career choice. Do you ever see yourself doing more in that field?

I have heard rumors of a remake of Clash of The Titans!

[Randy Bowen]

Randy, you mentioned special effects/movie modeling as one potential career choice. Do you ever see yourself doing more in that field?

I have heard rumors of a remake of Clash of The Titans!

1) No. The effects field is a different animal now. I like being with my family and having normal hours. I got a call from ILM back when they were planning the first Hulk movie. I turned it down because I would have had to be away from my family for months.

2) Cool- I loved "Clash".

[CromVABeach]

1) No. The effects field is a different animal now. I like being with my family and having normal hours. I got a call from ILM back when they were planning the first Hulk movie. I turned it down because I would have had to be away from my family for months.


It's statements like this when I both respect and hate you.:razz:

[Randy Bowen]

It's statements like this when I both respect and hate you.:razz:

My urologist said the same thing last week:-?

[JonoJarrett]

My urologist said the same thing last week:-?

:rofl:

[Chico]

1) No. The effects field is a different animal now. I like being with my family and having normal hours. I got a call from ILM back when they were planning the first Hulk movie. I turned it down because I would have had to be away from my family for months.

2) Cool- I loved "Clash".

Its a good thing that you didn't get involved, the movie was really bad. I admire that you put your family first.. you gained my respect there.

[CromVABeach]

My urologist said the same thing last week:-?

Henny Youngman lives again!:scared:

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r2/crom1971/hennyyoungman.jpg

[tigertank1225]

Hey RB any chance of you producing a DVD about Bowen Designs? Maybe showing you sculpting,and how the statues and MB are made? Showing your new facility, maybe your collection?:)

Any news on the coffee table book?

[Fawlty]

Randy,how many employees ( or co workers if you prefer) do you have in your organization at present ?

[Fawlty]

And you're dead on about being the Boss can suck big time.That's the down side of owning your own concern..no one upstairs to kick the problems to..YOU are upstairs!!

The voice of bitter experience talking!!

[Randy Bowen]

Randy,how many employees ( or co workers if you prefer) do you have in your organization at present ?

6 (including my wife and I)

[Randy Bowen]

Hey RB any chance of you producing a DVD about Bowen Designs? Maybe showing you sculpting,and how the statues and MB are made? Showing your new facility, maybe your collection?:)

Any news on the coffee table book?

Book & DVD are on hold 'til my load lightens-up.

[chaline2k4]

RB, what's the scoop on action Cap please? If I remember correctly this and the museum were announced together on the BD WS "behing the scenes" last year...the museum has come and gone but still no action...been curious to see this one ever since.

[Quicksilver]

Hey Randy, any progress on Newman's Angel and Archangel?

[JonoJarrett]

6 (including my wife and I)

2 foot massagers for you & your Lady, a beefy security guard to stand in front of your chrome SS, & a pie-baker?

[CromVABeach]

After more than 10 years of sculpting superheroes what is the toughest/most interesting parts, regarding the actual physical sculpt and the overall production?

[Meteor Man]

Originally posted by Sambofred:

How did you start Bowen Designs?

Did you get any grief from your family during the process?

When I was a kid I couldn't decide between being a comic book artist, and a special effects guy. Both were only dreams to me. When I first started sculpting, there was no- "garage kit or statue industry". The only place that I knew of was a company called Lunar Models, who were producing dinosaurs, and a few other non-figural items. I was hired to sculpt a Morlock, (from the George Pal film The Time Machine). I was working at other jobs at the time (pumping gas, gopher for a bucket making company, asbestos removal guys etc.). It wasn't long before I learned how to make my own molds and produce my own kits. I don't like being an employee, and I also like- not feeling like I'm working.

In my youth,I was always the kid selling lemonade on the street corner, peddling newspapers, or putting on and organizing high-school dances to make extra money. My dad was self employed, and it was always my dream to be my own boss.

It turns out that being the boss can sometimes suck, big-time, and I don't get to sculpt nearly as much as I'd like. That's why Bowen Designs as a company has stayed small. I've found that the bigger we get, the less fun I have.

And, yes- I did get grief from my family. My father always told me that there was no future in art. He always recommended that I become a federal employee, or something with good health and retirement benefits. In a way he was right. I'm one of the lucky few who've "made it". My wife also had her doubts. In fact, I had to prove it to her on paper how this career choice was worth it to quit her job. She's now a believer. She's always supported me personally, but it took a while to convince her to come on board with BD.



Very cool strory! Thanks for sharing...

[Randy Bowen]

After more than 10 years of sculpting superheroes what is the toughest/most interesting parts, regarding the actual physical sculpt and the overall production?

Toughest part: pleasing everyone

Interesting part: roughing-in the figure,sculpting faces and bases

Production: Hmmm- I don't know. Probably receiving a truckload of finished statues.

[Cool-Breeze]

How about any Winter Soldier FS news? Possible sketch? Please?? He's still hot!! Hopefully he'll be in Invaders/Avengers.

[Nitefall]

Very interesting answers!

Thank you Mr. B:beer::beer::danceyar:

:boogie:

[HoldyourfireAl]

Toughest part: pleasing everyone




The main thing is that it's nice to know you care!

[Cardiac]

Randy, is there any hope of getting a High Evolutionary,Ares,or Cardiac as a bust or fs in this phase?
I've heard talk about a DC license but would love to see these characters given the Bowen treatment before that happens,if it hopefully does.

[BeerNutta]

Any chance we will ever see another fs cyclops anytime soon?

[kaza5555]

Randy, I've seen your studio and love your collection, but from what I recall, they were all, or mostly, Bowen stuff. Do you collect stuff from other companies like Sideshow, Diamond Select, Hard Hero, etc. for your collection?

[Caveman]

Randy: Do you have any plan teaching sculpting (live in local tech/art school or via DVD)?

[JonoJarrett]

Randy: Do you have any plan teaching sculpting (live in local tech/art school or via DVD)?

a how-to DVD from Bowen would be AMAZING! great w/ the book, too (that's me again, RB, whenever that comes back around).

[Nitefall]

a how-to DVD from Bowen would be AMAZING! great w/ the book, too (that's me again, RB, whenever that comes back around).

I bet there would be LOTS including myself who would purchase that!!:thumb::thumb::boogie::boogie::danceyar: :danceyar::rock::rock:

[Randy Bowen]

Randy, I've seen your studio and love your collection, but from what I recall, they were all, or mostly, Bowen stuff. Do you collect stuff from other companies like Sideshow, Diamond Select, Hard Hero, etc. for your collection?

The angle of the photo from my studio only shows the BD stuff. I don't enjoy having my own stuff around me, (because I now see all the mistakes). I keep them close at hand as reference, to try and keep all the sizes and scale consistent while sculpting.

I don't have room to collect a lot of stuff. I collect old tin ray-guns, and robots.
I also collect old Samurai swords, and animal skulls.

[Randy Bowen]

Randy: Do you have any plan teaching sculpting (live in local tech/art school or via DVD)?

I occasionally teach art at my daughters school. When I finally publish the BD coffee table book there will be a DVD showing my sculpting process.

[Tigershark]

Can we get the reissue of the Bowen t-shirt.

[Caveman]

I occasionally teach art at my daughters school. When I finally publish the BD coffee table book there will be a DVD showing my sculpting process.

Nice Randy! I will be looking forward to the coffee table book!!

[Chico]

The angle of the photo from my studio only shows the BD stuff. I don't enjoy having my own stuff around me, (because I now see all the mistakes). I keep them close at hand as reference, to try and keep all the sizes and scale consistent while sculpting.

I don't have room to collect a lot of stuff. I collect old tin ray-guns, and robots.
I also collect old Samurai swords, and animal skulls.

Wow!!! I hope you can post pics of your animal skull collection. I saw Hilary Burton's collection on youtube and it really looks awesome. I also have a few swords in my since my country is rich with blacksmiths and some swords of united cutlery were manufactured here.:)

[worldbreaker13]

Randy, I know writers get " writers block". Do you ever get "sculpters block?" If so, what do you do to get out of it and move on?

[nexus]

A few questions:
1. Who are the top five FSers you'd like to get to before closing things out on the Marvel line?
2. Any plans on going after and movie or TV licenses? If so, which ones?
3. Have you thought about expanding BD beyond 1:7/1:8 resin statues and busts to either a larger scale, mixed media, original designs, or something else?
4. With companies like DST and Master Replicas out of the picture, do you see the industry contracting or expanding?
5. What are some of the things you'd like to accomplish in the next 5 years (company or non-company related).

[rilynil]

:) Is the Blob still a go? :)

[Randy Bowen]

Randy, I know writers get " writers block". Do you ever get "sculpters block?" If so, what do you do to get out of it and move on?

1) Yes, I do get sculptors block. There are times when all I want to do is watch a movie with my family,ride my motorcycles,go to the shooting range, paint, or do anything but sculpt. The only really fun part of the sculpt (for me) is the roughing-in period. The rest is just work.

2) When I get stuck, the best thing to do is walk away and start another sculpture. When I come back to the "stuck" sculpture, I find I have a fresh set of eyes to see the problems.

After an artist has looked at their work for an extended period, an amazing thing happens: The human brain "corrects" the problems.

Not in reality, but in the minds perception of the work. That's why it's much easier for someone who's never seen the sculpt to look at it- and pick out all the problems with a particular subject. It's why we do "sneak peeks". Because you guys are looking with a fresher set of eyes.

[JonoJarrett]

You're a Portland-er or thereabouts, right?

Do you know Nick's Italian Cafe, in McMinnville? It's run by some friends.

Thanks for taking the time to answer our questions, both statue-related and not.

[Bartholomew]

I thought this would be a fun question to ask: What is the easiest and hardest things for you to sculpt? (is it faces, fingers, legs, hair...etc)

[CaptainHardwood]

When I finally publish the BD coffee table book there will be a DVD showing my sculpting process.

Gotta have that coffe table book! Considering that YOU have forced my collection from the office/den, to the Dining Room, and soon to the Living Room, I have to have the book for the coffee table to explain to all my guests exactly what all those "figurines" are!!

[HoldyourfireAl]

Randy - Can you give us any updates on Iron Man? Will we see more than 1 armor? Will we see Silver Centurian?

Thanks

Al

[Randy Bowen]

Randy - Can you give us any updates on Iron Man? Will we see more than 1 armor? Will we see Silver Centurian?

Thanks

Al

(2) Iron Men FS are in the works: Modern and silver age/classic

Will be released around the same time as the Iron Man DVD.

[BeerNutta]

Randy - What happened to the Bros DD FS from a while back? Is that still happening? Will we see DD before the end of the year?

[Walrus]

Randy - any Antman / Yellowjacket news?

Thanks

[HoldyourfireAl]

(2) Iron Men FS are in the works: Modern and silver age/classic

Will be released around the same time as the Iron Man DVD.

Thanks for the response. It's much appreciated. I have to say though, that I am disappointed about the exclusion of the silver centurian armor. I hope that you will consider it before the end of this phase.

Thanks as usual!

Al

[Quicksilver]

Please do a War Machine with the Iron Men Randy!!! Jim needs some love!!!

[HoldyourfireAl]

Please do a War Machine with the Iron Men Randy!!! Jim needs some love!!!


I agree! I'm up for more Iron Men than Wolverines. I definitely want a War Machine, but the one I absolutely long for is the silver centurian armor!!!!

[nexus]

(2) Iron Men FS are in the works: Modern and silver age/classic

Will be released around the same time as the Iron Man DVD.

Stark change-o heads would be nice. As would chrome.
As would a War Machine with a Jim Rhodes change-o head.

[AstroWho]

Hiya,
The New Website Exclusive Bronze Colored Statues are Just Gorgeous!!! I Ordered all Five. Just wondering what the Production run might be on them? Any ideas? Thanks....Joe

[James UK]

I'd love a F/S retro look Crystal in FF uniform with Lockjaw F/S companion....

Any chance or fat chance???

[tigertank1225]

Hey RB, Any word on the Zombie FS?

[Randy Bowen]

Hey RB, Any word on the Zombie FS?

I'm working on it right now...:cool:

[tigertank1225]

I'm working on it right now...:cool:

:rock:

[CromVABeach]

Any chance we might see some WIP shots of Executioner MB? If it has been started, of course.

[Marcimus]

Secret to success.....Always leave them wanting more. I don't think you will run out of work until you want to. That being said....how about a Longshot update.

[Randy Bowen]

Secret to success.....Always leave them wanting more. I don't think you will run out of work until you want to. That being said....how about a Longshot update.

_____________is now ______ing on L_________t and it will be ___________

around___________5th. ;)

[Supermn619]

_____________is now ______ing on L_________t and it will be ___________

around___________5th. ;)

:rofl:........:good one!!!!! :boogie: So Randy....Who is going to be working on the FS Airwalker:scared:

[Randy Bowen]

:rofl:........:good one!!!!! :boogie: So Randy....Who is going to be working on the FS Airwalker:scared:

The ______________Brothers

[Marcimus]

_____________is now ______ing on L_________t and it will be ___________

around___________5th. ;)

Funny enough, that's just how I updated my credit card number at your web-site. You are such a resin-tease.

Jim Maddox is now sculpting Longshot and it will be yours for around a 5th of whiskey.

Hope that will work.

[Cool-Breeze]

Randy,

Have you put any more thought into converting the original bronzes into regular sculpts? Maybe as a cc exclusive? Now that the faux bronzes are coming, couldn't you do this too?

[Randy Bowen]

Randy,

Have you put any more thought into converting the original bronzes into regular sculpts? Maybe as a cc exclusive? Now that the faux bronzes are coming, couldn't you do this too?

I could. But I won't...

[Cool-Breeze]

I could. But I won't...

Bummer! I really think that the bronze Cap is the best Cap sculpt ever made.

[Supermn619]

The ______________Brothers

SWEET!!!!!! Thanks Randy!!!!!!!:boogie:

[Harry Potter]

The ______________Brothers

:D:D:D

[bobilero]

Hi, do you keep planning on a Romita Jr. Spider-man for this phase? Action pose or museum?
I'm starting collecting his foes...just need the hero...:scared:

[MaxGoof]

Hey Randy--

Any chance of seeing an action Black-Costume Spider-Man FS this phase? We were supposedly getting one when the last Spidey FS came out, but we got Scarlet Spider-Man instead?

[tigertank1225]

Hey RB did you get a chance to take the family to see Iron Man?:IM_ai:

If so, did you like?

[Randy Bowen]

Hey RB did you get a chance to take the family to see Iron Man?:IM_ai:

If so, did you like?

Yes and yes. One of the best super hero movies ever made.

I wish I'd never seen the previews though.

[TheMadTitan]

Randy, can you tell us who are your favorite DC comic characters?

[Randy Bowen]

Hi, do you keep planning on a Romita Jr. Spider-man for this phase? Action pose or museum?
I'm starting collecting his foes...just need the hero...:scared:

action

[Randy Bowen]

Hey Randy--

Any chance of seeing an action Black-Costume Spider-Man FS this phase? We were supposedly getting one when the last Spidey FS came out, but we got Scarlet Spider-Man instead?

yes:lol:

[bobilero]

action

Nice to get a new action Spidey , but please don't put him on top of Water towers, roffs or so big structures that make him hard to display facing his enemies. I like the "relaxed" action poses , like black Panther or Sabretooth.
U know, action but not "super action/moving"

[Randy Bowen]

Nice to get a new action Spidey , but please don't put him on top of Water towers, roffs or so big structures that make him hard to display facing his enemies. I like the "relaxed" action poses , like black Panther or Sabretooth.
U know, action but not "super action/moving"

Here's what I'm thinking...

http://i29.tinypic.com/210hb1y.jpg

[MaxGoof]

Here's what I'm thinking...

http://i28.tinypic.com/r73g20.jpg

Make it in black and I'll take it. :D

[Tigershark]

That would be cool!!!

How in the H....E...double hocky sticks would you balance it???

[tigertank1225]

Here's what I'm thinking...

http://i28.tinypic.com/r73g20.jpg

That's a great Iconic pose of Spidey. Nice choice RB.:thumb:

Will this be a piece, that you will be sculpting?

[Randy Bowen]

That's a great Iconic pose of Spidey. Nice choice RB.:thumb:

Will this be a piece, that you will be sculpting?

indeed

[CromVABeach]

It would be neat if you could somehow incorporate elements of the Sinister Six into the base. Some imprints of Doc Ock's claws, Kraven's net, Sandman's sand, a feather from Vulture, shards of a Green Goblin pumpkin bomb and maybe some scorch marks from Electro.

It would look great surrounded by all of Spidey's villains as statues.

[Walrus]

Will this spidey display well with a FS Electro?

[Randy Bowen]

It would be neat if you could somehow incorporate elements of the Sinister Six into the base. Some imprints of Doc Ock's claws, Kraven's net, Sandman's sand, a feather from Vulture, shards of a Green Goblin pumpkin bomb and maybe some scorch marks from Electro.

It would look great surrounded by all of Spidey's villains as statues.

Already thinkin' in that direction amigo.

[Randy Bowen]

Will this spidey display well with a FS Electro?

Does the Pope wear a funny hat?

[CromVABeach]

any thoughts on a classic Punisher in a museum pose, similar to the bust you made? As cool as the classic cover statue is, it came out a tad small and the pose, while classic, covers his face.

I need a museum Punisher with white gloves!

[Walrus]

It would be neat if you could somehow incorporate elements of the Sinister Six into the base. Some imprints of Doc Ock's claws, Kraven's net, Sandman's sand, a feather from Vulture, shards of a Green Goblin pumpkin bomb and maybe some scorch marks from Electro.

It would look great surrounded by all of Spidey's villains as statues.

It would also be neat if you could surround this statue with a Doc Ock, Sandman, Vulture, and Electro FS. Bring em on!

[Randy Bowen]

any thoughts on a classic Punisher in a museum pose, similar to the bust you made? As cool as the classic cover statue is, it came out a tad small and the pose, while classic, covers his face.

I need a museum Punisher with white gloves!

in time...

[Walrus]

Does the Pope wear a funny hat?

:rock: Sweet.

[Walrus]

It would look great surrounded by all of Spidey's villains as statues.[/QUOTE]

I was so geeked up, I misread the end of your post. :Oops:

Anyway, I concur.

[ca35]

Diggin' the Spidey FS concept.

[Caveman]

Randy: How many people is in the Collectors' Club? Hundreds? Thousands?

[Walrus]

Hey Randy,

Can you share what if any paint changes you're making to the Quicksilver statues?

Thanks

[HoldyourfireAl]

Here's what I'm thinking...

http://i29.tinypic.com/210hb1y.jpg


Oh, yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Randy Bowen]

Randy: How many people is in the Collectors' Club? Hundreds? Thousands?

hundreds

[Randy Bowen]

Hey Randy,

Can you share what if any paint changes you're making to the Quicksilver statues?

Thanks

gettin' rid of the silver

[TheMadTitan]

Randy, do you like the Martian Manhunter from DC Universe? I like his powers and his detective skills :lol: He is awesome too in Justice League animation series on TV!

http://i256.photobucket.com/albums/hh187/DarkseidRes/Legends0121.jpg

[daveyyojimbo]

Here's what I'm thinking...

http://i29.tinypic.com/210hb1y.jpg

This is perfecto!

[daveyyojimbo]

Hey RB, can we see a painted Bullseye sneak pretty soon? Really looking forward to 'em.

[Caveman]

Randy, do you like the Martian Manhunter from DC Universe? I like his powers and his detective skills :lol: He is awesome too in Justice League animation series on TV!

http://i256.photobucket.com/albums/hh187/DarkseidRes/Legends0121.jpg

Where is this page from? I think I have the samebook somewhere...

[SNIKT]

Hey Randy can you give any update on the Cable statue being sculpted by the Kuchareks? (even though you hate his guts)

[bobilero]

Here's what I'm thinking...

http://i29.tinypic.com/210hb1y.jpg

Nice , perfect to face Carnage , both jumping from walls :)
You can add some floor to the base instead of just insert the piece of wall into the black base.

[Caveman]

Hi Randy: Is there is plan for Ronin and Sentry? Thanks.

[Randy Bowen]

Hi Randy: Is there is plan for Ronin and Sentry? Thanks.

Ultimately...

[bobilero]

Nothing new for Cable?...long time since the sketch.
You will like him more once you see how good it sells ;)

[kaza5555]

Here's what I'm thinking...

http://i29.tinypic.com/210hb1y.jpg

Yes!!!

[Shanester]

RB, are the molds for the production pieces made from casting the original sculpt? If so, is there much worry over damage to the original sculpt during the process?

I'd feel like I was reluctantly waving goodbye to one of my children...know what I mean?

[Caveman]

Ultimately...

Good enough for me! Thanks Randy!:lol:

[Randy Bowen]

RB, are the molds for the production pieces made from casting the original sculpt? If so, is there much worry over damage to the original sculpt during the process?

I'd feel like I was reluctantly waving goodbye to one of my children...know what I mean?

The original sculpt is molded here in the states. copies are made, and a resin master is sent to the facotry for their molds. It would be unwise to ship an original directly to the factory.

Also, the original is usually damaged in the initial mold process.

[kissmyass_yran]

giant man, wasp, iron man sneeks please
more avengers

[rome]

Here's what I'm thinking...

http://i29.tinypic.com/210hb1y.jpg

[quote]Originally Posted by tigertank1225
That's a great Iconic pose of Spidey. Nice choice RB.

Will this be a piece, that you will be sculpting?

indeed

Wow,..I must say this would be a fantastic Spidey action FS. If you capture the Romita look (which I'm sure you will), this will turn out to be an absolute grail.

[Walrus]

Was there a problem with the Bullseye statue? It looked great to me, but it's been a long time since we've seen anything.

[Randy Bowen]

Was there a problem with the Bullseye statue? It looked great to me, but it's been a long time since we've seen anything.

His head was too big. It's been reduced slightly and will be painted soon.

[CromVABeach]

His head was too big. It's been reduced slightly and will be painted soon.

Wow, if only we could do this with people.:D

Are there any characters that you didn't know of initially that you found to be very cool, as far as design?

[ant-man]

Randy...

when will we start seeing some of the Monsters sneeks or up for sales soon?

Zombie...Werewolf...Dracula....Satana....( had to sneek that one in...:D )

[Supermn619]

gettin' rid of the silver

I thought the Silver looked great! but the sculpt is still what I want, is the green going to stay the same Randy??????

[Randy Bowen]

Wow, if only we could do this with people.:D

Are there any characters that you didn't know of initially that you found to be very cool, as far as design?

Any and every character has the potential to be a cool sculpt. There's a saying in film work that could apply here: There's no such thing as small roles, only small actors (or something like that). Meaning; it should not matter what the character is, it's all in the execution.

[Randy Bowen]

I thought the Silver looked great! but the sculpt is still what I want, is the green going to stay the same Randy??????

Everything except the chrome accents on the lightning bolts.

[CaptainHardwood]

Everything except the chrome accents on the lightning bolts.

Any possibility of sending him out to the barber to trim those chops?

[BeerNutta]

Randy, Any chance that this may be the Black Spidey pose?

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/7/72/Webofspidey-1.jpg/396px-Webofspidey-1.jpg

Also, will bullseye be blue or grey?

[Randy Bowen]

Randy, Any chance that this may be the Black Spidey pose?

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/7/72/Webofspidey-1.jpg/396px-Webofspidey-1.jpg

Also, will bullseye be blue or grey?

I thought he was black and white?

[Fester74]

It would be neat if you could somehow incorporate elements of the Sinister Six into the base. Some imprints of Doc Ock's claws, Kraven's net, Sandman's sand, a feather from Vulture, shards of a Green Goblin pumpkin bomb and maybe some scorch marks from Electro.

It would look great surrounded by all of Spidey's villains as statues.


Already thinkin' in that direction amigo.

That would be great, Randy. I've always thought your Hawkeye FS was one of your best bases to date. . .so much to look at as much as the character itself. Some kind of treatment along those lines given to this Romita Spiderman would be like being offered an extra piece of pie without having to ask. :)

By the way, how's that Fabulous Frogman MB coming along? (jk)

[HoldyourfireAl]

How is Falcon coming along?

[Mitchel]

Randy, any chances for an Avengers West Coast Wonder Man mini-bust? Also what about a Ms. Marvel mini bust?

http://home.comcast.net/~e103530/kirby1_wonderman.jpg

http://home.comcast.net/~e103530/Cos6a.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~e103530/Cos6.jpg

[MaxGoof]

Hey Randy--

The faux-bronze FS Statues fill in the months of September, October, and November from Bowen Designs, and are currently the ONLY things solicited for those months. Does that mean that they are *all* we're getting for those months, or will there be mini-busts and other FS statues offered for sale for Sept-Nov?

I was really hoping for Devil Dino before Christmas...

[Achiever]

Randy, Any chance that this may be the Black Spidey pose?

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/7/72/Webofspidey-1.jpg/396px-Webofspidey-1.jpg


That would make my day! This is the only black Spidey FS that I would buy.

[Quicksilver]

gettin' rid of the silver

Hey Randy, since you are modifying the blue Quicksilver, any chance you guys are making his shorts darker blue so there is a nice contrast like the greens on the alternate Quicksilver?

[Randy Bowen]

That would make my day! This is the only black Spidey FS that I would buy.

One of the things that makes this statue is the base. In order to see the front of the statue the base would need to be cropped at an odd angle.

[Randy Bowen]

Hey Randy, since you are modifying the blue Quicksilver, any chance you guys are making his shorts darker blue so there is a nice contrast like the greens on the alternate Quicksilver?

I can't remember. I think so.

[Tyler]

Yes and yes. One of the best super hero movies ever made.

I wish I'd never seen the previews though.

Just curious Randy -- what bothered you about the previews? (And which ones did you see?). I'm with you -- I think "Iron Man" is one of the best superhero films ever (maybe THE best). It gave me a whole new appreciation for the character.

[bobilero]

Please some word about Cable , please :sad:

[Randy Bowen]

Please some word about Cable , please :sad:

I'd rather not comment on Cable.

[Randy Bowen]

Just curious Randy -- what bothered you about the previews? (And which ones did you see?). I'm with you -- I think "Iron Man" is one of the best superhero films ever (maybe THE best). It gave me a whole new appreciation for the character.

The trailers themselves didn't bother me. It was the fact that I watched them. I pretty much had the whole movie figured out. No surprises.

[spawnyvsbatman]

One of the things that makes this statue is the base. In order to see the front of the statue the base would need to be cropped at an odd angle.

Hey Randy how about this spider-man statue it's base on this Spidey cover
http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/3672/sensationalspidermanuz6.jpg
http://img99.imageshack.us/img99/161/1000275editedkv6.jpghttp://img155.imageshack.us/img155/5549/1000279editedrf6.jpg

sPAWNY

[Randy Bowen]

Hey Randy how about this spider-man statue it's base on this Spidey cover
http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/3672/sensationalspidermanuz6.jpg
http://img99.imageshack.us/img99/161/1000275editedkv6.jpghttp://img155.imageshack.us/img155/5549/1000279editedrf6.jpg

sPAWNY

What's the size?

[spawnyvsbatman]

Yes and yes. One of the best super hero movies ever made.

I wish I'd never seen the previews though.

I was a bit disappointed I was expecting a little more must say the CGI was well done!!

sPAWNY

[Mitchel]

My question wasn't answered. :(

[Jack8022]

Hey Randy how about this spider-man statue it's base on this Spidey cover sPAWNY

I'd rather see the Web of Spiderman#1 done. To me that's a classic image of the black suited Spider-Man.

[Quicksilver]

Hey Randy, any update on Angel and Archangel by Marc Newman?

[Tyler]

The trailers themselves didn't bother me. It was the fact that I watched them. I pretty much had the whole movie figured out. No surprises.

I'm with you on that. Movie trailers are giving far too much away these days. Plus there were a boatload of trailers before "Iron Man."

[SNIKT]

I'd rather not comment on Cable.

:sad: that doesn't sound good

[Randy Bowen]

Hey Randy, any update on Angel and Archangel by Marc Newman?

He's working on it now. (2) versions

[Quicksilver]

He's working on it now. (2) versions

Thank you Randy. Hopefully Archangels metal wings could be chromed?

[pmpknface]

Love the new FS Spidey idea! ;)

Do you have an overall vision of how Spidey and all the villains should be displayed together or is it just totally random?

[tigertank1225]

Hey Mr. B, any idea what your first MB will be this phase? Maybe Dreadnought?

[HoldyourfireAl]

Randy - I read that your working on the zombie sculpt. Does it feel good to be working on your own statue again instead of tweaks & art direction? Is it hard to get back into at first?

[Randy Bowen]

Randy - I read that your working on the zombie sculpt. Does it feel good to be working on your own statue again instead of tweaks & art direction? Is it hard to get back into at first?

Yes

[Randy Bowen]

Hey Mr. B, any idea what your first MB will be this phase? Maybe Dreadnought?

Not sure yet. The ones I'm itching to sculpt are Son of Satan, Red Wolf and Ms Marvel

[Fannymac]

Not sure yet. The ones I'm itching to sculpt are Son of Satan, Red Wolf and Ms Marvel

Randy, given any more thought to the museum vs. action poses for the Ms. Marvel busts?

And how's Valkyrie coming along??

[spawnyvsbatman]

What's the size?


Hey Randy I would say around 1/3 scale 13 inches tall I think it might be a bit to big for you but I could be wrong!!.
http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/6377/dscf0049ma9.jpghttp://img262.imageshack.us/img262/7977/dscf0050kw3.jpghttp://img263.imageshack.us/img263/1062/dscf0052pu9.jpg

Thanks.
sPAWNY

[IronLantern]

(2) Iron Men FS are in the works: Modern and silver age/classic

Will be released around the same time as the Iron Man DVD.

This, sucks. :frustrat:

[tigertank1225]

Not sure yet. The ones I'm itching to sculpt are Son of Satan, Red Wolf and Ms Marvel

Very nice!!!!! Great choices:boogie:

I remember you showing a sketch of Red Wolf without Lobo. Have you consider adding Lobo, kind of like the Kazar Zuba MB?

[HeirtoAsguard]

Hey Randy how about this spider-man statue it's base on this Spidey cover
http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/3672/sensationalspidermanuz6.jpg
http://img99.imageshack.us/img99/161/1000275editedkv6.jpghttp://img155.imageshack.us/img155/5549/1000279editedrf6.jpg

sPAWNY

damn sPAWNY that's a beautiful statue to go with you Venom that you did.

[worldbreaker13]

1) Yes, I do get sculptors block. There are times when all I want to do is watch a movie with my family,ride my motorcycles,go to the shooting range, paint, or do anything but sculpt. The only really fun part of the sculpt (for me) is the roughing-in period. The rest is just work.

2) When I get stuck, the best thing to do is walk away and start another sculpture. When I come back to the "stuck" sculpture, I find I have a fresh set of eyes to see the problems.

After an artist has looked at their work for an extended period, an amazing thing happens: The human brain "corrects" the problems.

Not in reality, but in the minds perception of the work. That's why it's much easier for someone who's never seen the sculpt to look at it- and pick out all the problems with a particular subject. It's why we do "sneak peeks". Because you guys are looking with a fresher set of eyes.Makes perfect sense. Thanks for sharing!

[A2G]

Hey Randy I would say around 1/3 scale 13 inches tall I think it might be a bit to big for you but I could be wrong!!.
http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/6377/dscf0049ma9.jpghttp://img262.imageshack.us/img262/7977/dscf0050kw3.jpghttp://img263.imageshack.us/img263/1062/dscf0052pu9.jpg

Thanks.
sPAWNY


who made that symbiote spidey statue? how can i get one? i want one lol

[spawnyvsbatman]

damn sPAWNY that's a beautiful statue to go with you Venom that you did.

Hey HeirtoAsguard,

Venom did look lonely all by himself know he has someone to pick on :) I know Randy has put out a lot of amazing Statues but in my mind this is one of them Ryan Trificana did absolute killer sculpting on his baddass of villain.

Thanks.
sPAWNY

[spawnyvsbatman]

Randy I read in 1 of your post that you collect samurai swords so is there a chance of a full Silver Samurai Statue in the works(sorry if you have already answered this it's a big post and I'm to lazy to read of them posts)on a another note are you a big samurai/ninja movie fan.

Thanks.
sPAWNY

[stormshadow75x]

(2) Iron Men FS are in the works: Modern and silver age/classic

Will be released around the same time as the Iron Man DVD.

How probable are additional versions (amors) of IRON MAN being released before the end of the year???

I'd love to see a Neo Classic Armor IRONMAN

[Walrus]

Hey Randy, since you are modifying the blue Quicksilver, any chance you guys are making his shorts darker blue so there is a nice contrast like the greens on the alternate Quicksilver?


He's right. Making the shorts a dark blue will make an amazing statue perfect, IMO.

[Toast]

Spawny,
Where did you get that kit from? Think that would be a great BD project.

[SNIKT]

Randy I will never ask you another Cable questions again..Would you just please be able to confirm that there will be a Cable statue this phase :cry:

[spawnyvsbatman]

Spawny,
Where did you get that kit from? Think that would be a great BD project.


Hey Toast,

I had it commissioned it might just be a bit to big for randy to put out.

sPAWNY

[HoldyourfireAl]

Randy - Any update on Nova?

[Makkari1]

1) Yes, I do get sculptors block. There are times when all I want to do is watch a movie with my family,ride my motorcycles,go to the shooting range, paint, or do anything but sculpt. The only really fun part of the sculpt (for me) is the roughing-in period. The rest is just work.

2) When I get stuck, the best thing to do is walk away and start another sculpture. When I come back to the "stuck" sculpture, I find I have a fresh set of eyes to see the problems.

After an artist has looked at their work for an extended period, an amazing thing happens: The human brain "corrects" the problems.

Not in reality, but in the minds perception of the work. That's why it's much easier for someone who's never seen the sculpt to look at it- and pick out all the problems with a particular subject. It's why we do "sneak peeks". Because you guys are looking with a fresher set of eyes.

You do what we architects do. After looking at your design for a extended period of time you loose a sense objectivity. In the office we critic each others work with a fesh set of eyes. This one of the reasons I'm so drawn to your product, you let others have a little input into the project.:D

[Supermn619]

Hey Randy!:wave: This is what i was trying to get at yesterday, its a cheese drawing but im sure you will know what i mean, I used Your Idea from the Hawkeye Statue BASE and put it on this Spiderman's and i used somewhat of the Beast pose for spidey !:scared:

Here are the Items listed thats on the BASE:
Doc Ocks Arm
a Little Lizard
A Daily Bugle Paper with the Rhino and Shocker on it
Mysterio's Mirrior Cube
Green goblins Pumpkin grenade
Sand all around the base from sandman
the Vultures feathers
And my fav is a camera to take pictures of all the action

So this is what i came with that had a solid base! Not the best drawing but Its an Idea! thats all!!!!!! Thanks Randy! for taking the time to hear and see everybody opinion!

[Surfer Dude]

Randy, where did the Firelord mini-bust go that was on the sneek peek page? Is it being redone?

[Toast]

Thanks Spawny

[Randy Bowen]

Randy, where did the Firelord mini-bust go that was on the sneek peek page? Is it being redone?

We recently sent the factory sample in for final approval. We've been getting some flak on it, so it may end up being tweaked.

[Randy Bowen]

Randy - Any update on Nova?

Soon

[TheMadTitan]

Randy, will Mephisto be up for sale soon? Is that piece very heavy since the base is all resin right? Thanks.

[ChromeSamurai]

We recently sent the factory sample in for final approval. We've been getting some flak on it, so it may end up being tweaked.

That's garbage that you're getting flak. I like the Firelord sculpt BECAUSE it doesn't look like everything else. The face sculpt makes him look more realistic. I like how his musculature is more on the wiry side. Nice to see a change from the standard cookie-cutter comic book anatomy. I'd buy it as it is.