Larsworld

So Divine

2010-06-19T00:06:00.000-07:00

custom JLU Arisia

2010-06-19T00:03:00.000-07:00

custom Osiris

2010-06-19T00:02:00.002-07:00

custom Black Adam

2010-06-19T00:02:00.001-07:00

custom Black Vulcan

2010-06-18T23:59:00.000-07:00

Johnny Sorrow custom

2010-03-12T21:42:00.001-08:00

Major Victory custom

2010-03-12T21:41:00.001-08:00

Red Lantern Vice custom

2010-02-11T23:07:00.000-08:00

For this figure, I used a DC Direct Blackest Night Atrocious and after removing the head with clippers, I began sculpting the new Vice head with resin. The shoulder horns are also resin.

El Dorado custom

2010-01-17T14:49:00.001-08:00

For this commission, I used a DCD Green Lantern body with a Jack Knight Starman head. The cowl is from a Bullseye figure while the cape is from the parts box. I used resin to sculpt the belt and boots.

An amazing John Waters poster

2010-01-12T16:21:00.000-08:00

Ms. Lola

2010-01-12T16:20:00.002-08:00

Mr. Riles

2010-01-12T16:20:00.001-08:00

WWII Nazi Wonder Woman

2010-01-12T16:18:00.001-08:00

This is the third figure in a series of commissioned pieces centered around a WWII Nazi Justice Society. I've done Superman and Green Lantern so far. She was made using a Red Son WW figure with a Livewire face. I built up the boots and chest piece with resin and trimmed the skirt using very sharp scissors. The belt was smoothed over and the headband skull was something from the parts box. The eagle on the chest plate is hand-painted. The symbols are custom decals I printed on my Epson printer using the highest quality settings.

DC Universe Hawkman custom

2009-11-13T19:34:00.000-08:00

I used a DCU Hawkman base and sculpted gloves and a new beak for him. Next, I build up the chest harness with parts from the parts box and a custom decal. The kneepads, belt and hand claws are from the parts drawer as well. I used a brown paint wash to bring out the details on the mask.

X-S custom

2009-11-10T11:38:00.001-08:00

I used a DCD Vixen base figure, swapped out the hands and used cut vinyl and resin to make the boots. The chest logo is a custom decal and the belt is from a DCD Huntress.

Night Girl custom

2009-11-10T11:37:00.000-08:00

I used a Livewire for the body and a ML Psylocke head. I smoothed the body over with resin and used a custom vinyl decal for the owl symbol.

custom McGunniess-Style Icon

2009-10-26T17:23:00.001-07:00

I used a McG Captain Atom body and a McG Green Lantern head with sculpted hair and gloves. The cape is from the KC Superman and I attached it with resin. The ring is a rubber O-ring and the straps are cut vinyl. The thigh pieces are sculpted resin.

custom DC Universe Captain Comet

2009-10-26T17:22:00.000-07:00

I used an Orion base which was a big improvement over the Superman base because of the neck piece, belt and boots. The head is a Superman head with the hair resculpted in the front. The shoulder pieces are from a Dr. Fate figure and the gun is from Captain Cold. The bracelets are cut vinyl with a seam in the back.

Alan Scott Green Lantern custom

2009-09-29T22:04:00.001-07:00

I met this nice Asian guy at San Diego Con who's selling imports and he has these nice Mr. Incredible figures for $4. I bought one for myself but wish I'd bought more. The cape is from a DC Direct Mr. Miracle. and I sculpted the boots, belt and cuffs using resin.

Icon custom

2009-09-29T22:02:00.000-07:00

I used a Black Lightning for the base and boiled off his visor before I smoothed him out with resin. The gloves, hair, thigh bands and cape are sculpted resin with the arm and leg bands are cut vinyl with a resin seam in the back. The center circle is a rubber o-ring.

Lady Deathstrike

2009-09-09T16:08:00.000-07:00

My favorite photo of the year

2009-08-13T20:51:00.000-07:00

Andromeda custom

2009-08-13T20:50:00.001-07:00

I used a DC Direct Wonder Woman for the base and smoothed her over with resin and used cut vinyl for the skirt.

custom DC Universe Captain Comet

2009-07-04T23:41:00.000-07:00

I used a DCU Superman for the base and sculpted the shoulder pads, boots and used cut vinyl for the bracelets. The collar is a rubber ring painted white. Click on the image to see a larger version.

custom DC Direct Mr. America

2009-07-02T16:44:00.000-07:00

I used an Earth-2 Robin figure for my base and Secret Origins Bruce Wayne head. The boots are cut vinyl and resin as are the gloves and shirt. The stars are custom decals that I printed on my Epson using decal paper.

DC Universe Johnny Quick custom

2009-07-02T16:43:00.001-07:00

I used a DC Universe Superman Blue for the base and sculpted the gloves, boots and mask. The belt is a cut piece of vinyl with a resin seam in the back.

DC Universe Hawkgirl

2009-06-06T16:00:00.000-07:00

She's awesome! The Four Horseman have really outdone themselves this time.

A great shot of Dave

2009-05-18T00:29:00.000-07:00

This is an amazing shot of Dave from outside Aquarius records in San Francisco.

custom Marvel Legends Darkstar

2009-05-17T18:55:00.001-07:00

I used a ML Storm for the body and the legs from a White Queen.

custom Legion Kid Psycho

2009-05-17T18:48:00.001-07:00

I used a Brainiac 5 figure for the base and sculpted the head wrap and pants.

DC Universe Gentleman Ghost

2009-05-16T15:45:00.001-07:00

This is easily the best figure of the 8th wave of DC Universe and has the extra bonus of being semi-transparent. This figure is stunning and will be a huge hit with fans.

DC Universe Dr. Fate

2009-05-16T15:42:00.000-07:00

This is a really nice figure and being a Dr. Fate fan, it really hit home, especially with the ankh shaped add-on accessory. It reminds me a lot of the Super Powers Dr. Fate in the helmet and torso area.

Duo Damsel

2009-05-07T22:02:00.000-07:00

This is the first time I've attempted a 70's era Duo Damsel and I'm happy with how it came out. I used a Huntress base and a Nightwing head and smoothed over the body with resin.

Horsey & Dave

2009-03-22T00:19:00.000-07:00

This is an oldie but a goodie.

Valkyrie customs

2009-03-22T00:17:00.000-07:00

Yellow Lantern Romat-Ru custom

2009-03-13T12:32:00.000-07:00

This was a fairly easy custom to make. I took a Sinestro body and a Tomar Ra head and put them together. I used a small amount of resin to fill in the mask.

Tawdry crime magazines from the 70's

2009-03-09T16:48:00.000-07:00

I'm collecting old detective magazines to use as collage materials for some upcoming portraits I"m working on. You can smell the sleaziness!

LOSH Mego-style display boxes

2009-03-09T16:47:00.002-07:00

A friend had Mego-style boxes made for his Legion customs I made him. Cool.

What's on the table

2009-03-09T16:47:00.001-07:00

Here's what I'm working on custom-wise.

Our combined toy shelves

2009-03-09T16:45:00.000-07:00

This is a shot of our mutual toy shelf in the spare room. Click for a larger image.

collage portraits-Lux Interior

2009-03-01T20:33:00.001-08:00

collage portraits-Divine

2009-03-01T20:31:00.000-08:00

Melrose Fairfax swapmeet

2009-03-01T20:28:00.000-08:00

Dave, Brian, Kim and I attended the always interesting Melrose Fairfax swapmeet this morning.

Firebrand custom

2009-03-01T20:25:00.000-08:00

custom DC Universe Green Man

2009-02-18T12:31:00.000-08:00

I used a DC Universe GL boxset Green Lantern as the base.

Custom Chemical King and Light Lass

2009-02-17T17:52:00.000-08:00

I used a Starboy and Lois Lane as my base figures.

DC Universe Abin Sur

2009-02-03T17:49:00.001-08:00

Score! The Green Lantern collection grows...........

Wolfman paint jobs

2009-02-01T21:09:00.000-08:00

This was a fun lil job that my pal Robert wanted done.

Polar boy custom

2009-01-27T13:33:00.000-08:00

This was a fun lil custom to make. I used a silver age Superboy, chopped off the hair and sculpted a hat, collar and gloves.

David Lee Rockso

2009-01-26T17:21:00.001-08:00

Our friends brought over this David Lee Roth button and "suggested" that I paint it up to look like Rockso, the cocaine-fueled clown from Metapocolypse. You draw your own conclusions.

DC Universe Adam Strange

2009-01-23T15:36:00.000-08:00

My buddy Michael sent me this amazing Adam Strange from Mattel and I'm blown away by the intricate paint apps. Flawless.

Art Galleries and Scoops

2009-01-23T15:23:00.000-08:00

We all went to a new gallery on Melrose followed by a visit to Scoops, the best ice cream in L.A.

JSA tryptch by Alex Ross

2009-01-23T15:22:00.000-08:00

This is a beaut. Click on the image for a larger view.

Our Ninja President

2009-01-21T11:50:00.001-08:00

I knew he was a badass but this is far better than I had dared hope.

Finally!

2009-01-20T14:49:00.000-08:00

It's time to get our country back to where it belongs.

Sneak Peek at the NEW DC Direct Green Lanterns

2009-01-18T11:37:00.001-08:00

I'm diggin these new GL's. The undead Black Lanterns are badass.

On the board Jan 09

2009-01-12T13:19:00.001-08:00

(L-R) The Monarch, Firebrand, BC repaint, Merlyn, Freedom Beast, Polar boy and Star Man.

DC Universe Hawkman

2009-01-12T13:17:00.000-08:00

Oh boy, look what arrived in the mail today. The Four Horsemen rule.

Dave and Domu

2009-01-12T13:16:00.000-08:00

Sometimes Domu needs to be reminded who pays the Direct TV bill.

Batgirl custom

2009-01-04T14:21:00.001-08:00

An All-Star Batgirl was used for the base and I used a hair piece and resin to finish the skull.

Lady Quark custom

2009-01-04T00:30:00.000-08:00

I used a JSA Hawkgirl for the base, smoothed her over with resin and swapped out new hands. The rest is acrylic paint and sealant.

Count Vertigo custom

2009-01-04T00:29:00.000-08:00

I used a JLA Superman for the base with a Martian Manhunter cape and a custom decal for the chest symbol.

Judo Master custom

2009-01-04T00:28:00.000-08:00

I used a All Star Lois Lane Superwoman as the base with a All Star Batgirl pony tail.

The Claw of ALL METALLIC DETH!

2008-12-25T23:20:00.000-08:00

Nuff said.

X-Mas 2008

2008-12-25T23:18:00.001-08:00

It's been a great day of claws, gifts and pups.

On the board

2008-12-19T22:46:00.000-08:00

Since I've been so busy at work this month, I've slowed down a bit on customs but couldn't help myself from starting these lovely ladies. (L to R) A classic Frank Miller Batgirl, Judo Master and Lady Quark. Click on the picture for a larger view.

Green Lantern lead figurine

2008-11-30T22:56:00.000-08:00

This was sent from my buddy Rian Hughes in England and won't be available in the states till next year.

SP GL

2008-11-30T22:55:00.000-08:00

Nightshade custom

2008-11-25T21:54:00.000-08:00

I used an Elseworlds Batgirl as the base and smoothed her over with resin.

My JLU's

2008-11-25T21:53:00.000-08:00

Oy! That's a lot of plastic.

Cecilia's Favorite Foods series

2008-11-21T23:11:00.000-08:00

Here's a great shot that my friend Cecilia Hae-Jin Lee took of me for her Favorite Foods portrait series. One of my favorite foods is parmesan Goldfish crackers and I was proud to be part of it. Her website is at http://www.littlececilia.com/

Felt Club 2008

2008-11-16T20:02:00.000-08:00

We had a lovely time at Felt Club today at the Shrine Auditorium and ran into a bunch of friends and loved ones like Jen Pratt, Jenny Ryan, Tim & Cecilia and the sparkling Leslie Hall. The crafts and crowd were fun, fun, FUN!

Black Condor custom

2008-10-26T22:03:00.001-07:00

Blue Beetle custom

2008-10-26T22:00:00.001-07:00

Mighty Muggs Green Lantern custom

2008-10-22T20:18:00.000-07:00

Our civil ceremony

2008-10-22T20:16:00.000-07:00

NYC

2008-10-22T19:59:00.000-07:00

Two days was not enough.

Supergirl custom

2008-10-07T18:13:00.001-07:00

This is a more mature-looking Supergirl from the JLU cartoon. I used a supergirl head and a Dr. Light body and cape. The skirt is cut vinyl.

Little Tokyo photos

2008-10-01T21:53:00.000-07:00

After hitting Jungle, Dave and I stopped by the ice cream store and enjoyed some gelato. We're also getting obsessed with miniature foods. Dave scored a cool pasta multi-pack with pesto, calmari and spaghetti. Also, orange gummy candy rules.

Customizing 101: Sinestro Corps BATMAN pt.1

2008-09-26T14:52:00.000-07:00

This is from the recent Toyfare magazine (#135) where I show how to make a Sinestro Corp Batman custom. Aside from some of the pictures being dark, I really like how it came out. Click on the image to see a larger view.

Customizing 101: Sinestro Corps BATMAN pt. 2

2008-09-26T14:51:00.000-07:00

classic Black Canary custom

2008-09-12T22:55:00.000-07:00

This was an easy redo with a sculpted bodice, back of gloves and boot flaps. I'm especially proud of those boot flaps.

Hawkwoman custom

2008-08-31T18:53:00.000-07:00

I finally finished Hawkwoman from the Hawkworld days and she came out great.

Bouncing Boy and Dream Girl customs

2008-08-22T19:35:00.000-07:00

Hawkwoman progress shot

2008-08-16T16:35:00.000-07:00

What an ass kicker!! I'd wanted to use the DC Armory Flamebird figure since it's release and thought that Hawkwoman would make a nice fit. She's also a character I've wanted to make for years. I borrowed the the head from Elseworld's Batgirl and the harness from the new Kubert Hawkman figure. It's comes right off if you boil it and trim off the excess.

Havok and Polaris

2008-08-03T15:44:00.000-07:00

I always had a soft spot for the Neal Adams Havok and Polaris costumes and was thrilled at how well they came out.

SDCC exclusive Giganta

2008-08-02T16:38:00.000-07:00

She's sweet.

More San Diego shots

2008-07-30T21:44:00.000-07:00

San Diego Comic Con 2008

2008-07-30T18:45:00.000-07:00

It was a tough year to be a fan at Comic Con this year and after dealing with maddening crowds and hostile convention wranglers, I may pass next year. We had fun but this convention would be better served in a bigger venue with multiple rooms. Artist's Alley was tiny and comics had taken a back seat to gargantuan studio booths, baby strollers & "Hamlet 2" promos. Ugh.

On the plus side, Dave got to meet Tura Satana and I snagged an amazing Darwin Cooke art book.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/62341760@N00/sets/72157606427540318/show/

Shadow Lass and Duo Damsel customs

2008-07-16T19:10:00.000-07:00

These were done using a Supergirl and Lois Lane figures as bases.I used resin to sculpt the hair and belt on DD + to smooth over SL and build up her bust.

Sinestro Corps Batman in Toyfare 133!

2008-07-14T19:04:00.000-07:00

Cool. I did a step-by-step but I guess it hasn't run yet. Maybe next issue............Click on the image to see a larger view.

Ultraman custom

2008-07-06T20:20:00.000-07:00

This is the evil mirror-verison of Superman and was a DC Direct Kingdom Come Superman before I smoothed him over with resin and painted him up with acrylics. The belt and wrist pieces are glass beads.

Justice Lord Hawkman custom

2008-07-06T19:58:00.000-07:00

This was made using a JLU Hawkman. It's a simple repaint and a custom decal.

recent acquisitions

2008-06-22T21:55:00.000-07:00

This is a shot of some recent plastic acquisitions. I really love the Mr Slave and the extras that came with him. Click on the image for a larger version.

Tomy Fai custom

2008-06-15T17:08:00.000-07:00

I used a Jim Lee Poison Ivy for the base. She was originally wrapped in vines and it tooks me a few weeks (off and on) to get them clipped off and smoothed over with resin.

Phantom Girl and Karate Kid customs

2008-05-27T21:26:00.000-07:00

I used a silver age Supergirl for PG and a Superboy for KK.

Green Lantern Corp Vath Sarn custom

2008-05-19T19:04:00.000-07:00

This was made using a JLA Superman for the base. I smoothed the body over with resin and sculpted the hair once his head was smooth. The emblem is a custom decal.

Green Lantern Corps Adam

2008-05-14T15:24:00.000-07:00

This was made using a Dark Knight Returns Superman which I knew would come in handy one day. I added a hairpiece in the back and connected it with resin.

Green Lantern Corps Alia custom

2008-05-14T15:19:00.000-07:00

I made this using a JLA Wonder Woman body with a Black Canary head.

Flash custom

2008-04-29T18:25:00.000-07:00

I used a Superman for the base figure.