Alright so, i just obtained a new cowl which is also a Bob D sculpt, like the others I posted, but the only difference is that this one seems to be a perfect fit (which is ironic because I was so convinced it wasn't at first, lol).
This could be my definitive cowl to wear with my 89 suit. :)
I love it so far.
Let me know what you think!
BTW, I also recently managed to obtain a sweet Batman Returns Cowl. =] Still waiting for it to make its way over to my place from the UK. I'll post pics of that soon. :)
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Overall, the comfort is really good because it's a bit loose compared to what I'm used to sporting.
Well... I hope this looks good. If it does, then great. Now I can move on to the next mission which is my 89 latex/fabric cape. >_<
Thanks for taking the time buds! Long live the 89!!
Yeah, I have to agree that it is indeed picture-perfect. Can't wait to see it with the rest of the suit!
P.S. - Can't wait to see what your BR suit is going to look like. The thought of seeing that is making the thrill within me go out of control! :D
Hahahaha thanks. ;D As soon as I get it, I'll post it.
Those last 2 photos, I thought I was actually looking at Keaton!! :o
That is an amazing cowl! Who is this Bob D? How do I get one of his wonderful toys?! (Sorry, I mean wonderful cowls :P)
Those first pics with the body armor and the cowl look perfect to me. Best I have seen.
Quote from: Rob the Goon on Sun, 12 Apr 2009, 21:43
How do I get one of his wonderful toys?! (Sorry, I mean wonderful cowls :P)
I have the BD 89 molds on the way to my shop very soon...few more weeks ;)
;) Thanks guys! I love the new cowl.
Quote from: Reevz666 on Sun, 12 Apr 2009, 23:45
Quote from: Rob the Goon on Sun, 12 Apr 2009, 21:43
How do I get one of his wonderful toys?! (Sorry, I mean wonderful cowls :P)
I have the BD 89 molds on the way to my shop very soon...few more weeks ;)
Oh you're going to get sick of me. LOL. I wont stop bothering you when you get those. ;D I think thats great news. ;)
Keep us posted! I'm gonna start saving up to buy you a new house! ..roflmao.
Fantastic! :)
I definitely will be needing spare parts. So far, I'm still missing my arm and calf rubber parts.
I am currently building another 89 suit which is made of latex.
But I definitely want to have a back up suit or 2 made. Because I'll be honest with you, I'm not looking to ever go any further than Batman and Batman Returns suits.
And I'd love to have parts ready just in case I damage anything. For instance, My urethane chest armor tore from the back shoulder blades when I extended my arms to spread my cape. Its alright though. I cut the ends in the back, a little higher (you cant see it because the cape covers it completely, and made a perfect circle out so it wouldnt tear further and finally bonded some spare urethane around the edges to reinforce it. It's held up since then.
But I remember I was totally bummed when it first happened. Im glad i managed to save it.
Oh, a question. Will you be casting these out of urethane also? Or latex?
And finally, are you looking for a 2 bedroom house or 3? (hahahaha jk)
I'd be making them in urethane..but I a few connections in the FX buisness that may help me do full foam latex suits
Awesome! Thanks for the speedy reply bro! :)
Another question. Is it not possible to pour latex in those molds? Are the molds specially made for urethane use only? Thanks again ;)
dude, you do look just like Keaton. you should post a pic of yourself with and without the cowl...
Quote from: jokerharley on Sun, 19 Apr 2009, 01:31
dude, you do look just like Keaton. you should post a pic of yourself with and without the cowl...
ahaha! :D The thing is, I don't look remotely close to Keaton without the mask.
I'll be doing some make up work on my lower face to simulate Keaton's face a bit more once I get all this stuff 100% ready. ;)
Thanks
Great cowl, Batnar. Probably the best I've seen. Can't wait to see your Returns cowl.
I just received my Returns cowl (thanks PJ!) today in the mail. :) I love it.
I have to fly out in about 9 hours from now so I wont be able to take a picture with it on until i come back next week, Wednesday the earliest.
The differences between the 89 and Returns cowl are quite significant.
Well, I shall be back soon with pics! :)
Quote from: Batnar on Thu, 30 Apr 2009, 04:20
The differences between the 89 and Returns cowl are quite significant.
Well, I shall be back soon with pics! :)
Great!
Hey, Nar. How are the suits coming along?
Almost ready. I unmounted my urethane torso and legs from my first undersuit and obtained a brand new one. Now all I need are my new gloves and my latex cape.
I need to hurry too because July is almost here. :)
I will take pics from start to finish soon =]
Quote from: Batnar on Mon, 1 Jun 2009, 18:55
Almost ready. I unmounted my urethane torso and legs from my first undersuit and obtained a brand new one. Now all I need are my new gloves and my latex cape.
I need to hurry too because July is almost here. :)
I will take pics from start to finish soon =]
Good news, man. Can't wait to see those pics!
Here's a few pics taken recently. I will be dismounting the armor from the undersuit probably tomorrow so I can put it on a new one.
First time i put it on with the new cowl actually. Hope you like it so far. I'm a wee bit unshaven..
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HOLY S**T--That is so cool!!!
Admittely I haven't seen many custom suits - but that is the best i have seen.
Oh my god Batnar. That is just beyond words. You ARE Batman. They need to cast you after Bale's done. Seriously.
The suit is absolutely flawless, dude. After seeing this, I could imagine how your Returns suit is going to look like! 8)
just read this post again...
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Jazus - that is cool!
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Great suit mate!! ;D
Wow, this is killer.
You should photoshop some posters/fan-artwork with you as Batman ;D
that just reeks of pure awesomeness!
Cheers.
If I didn't know better, these pics look like costume test shots from '88 or even pics of a stuntman waiting to be called to the set. TWO BIG THUMBS UP HERE!!! Be proud brother, be very proud!!
Hey thanks guys! I just finished dismounting the entire thing and reinforced the armor to prevent from ripping/breaking. The parts are now waiting to be remounted on a new wet look spandex undersuit which has that rubbery finish coating.
Next, I will be making my latex cape from scratch in a couple of weeks. I'll have the updates up as soon as I begin. Thanks again! :)
WOW! Holy crap that cowl is amazing and you look so close to Keaton its not even funny, you even have the puckered lips lol :o
An absolutely excellent cowl and suit man!
hey thanks for stopping by this topic guys. I just finished sewing up 6 of 8 panels for my cape. Took me a while to get them right because I want each panel to line up with the scallops on the cowl. (a pain in the butt).
Time has been tight and short so I will be doing most of my finishes at the very neck of time. (all this needs to be done by July 20th).
All I need is to obtain arm and calf armor which I am now preparing funds for and then i will get 2 gallons of black pigmented latex to roll on my cape which should be enough. Oh and my 89 gloves which are on hold for me right now.
I have to finish my 9 card X-MEN puzzle artwork so I can make enough cash to pay for everything I need and then some.
Im really excited about it. Its almost coming to a finish.
By Halloween, this suit will be 100% completed along with the right sneakers for the boots.
After this is done, Batman Returns is next. After that.... I hope to begin sculpting my own 89 suit just for the hell of it. I want to see how accurate I can get it done. :)
That sounds awesome Batnar, I wish I had the funds for my own 89 suit it has been a dream of mine my whole life.
Hey Batnar do you plan on making a batarang or grapple gun to go with your suit?
I just obtained an 89 grapple gun prop last week actually. ;)
SWEET!!! :D
Quote from: Batnar on Thu, 18 Jun 2009, 17:13
I just obtained an 89 grapple gun prop last week actually. ;)
Congratulations. I'd love to have one of those. Be sure to see how much you weigh before using it.
lmao I cant believe it took me a minute to figure out why i'm supposed to know how much I weight. hahahahahaha Nice one dude.