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Is the Steampunk Darth Vader for Sale?
Thanks to everyone for your positive response to the steampunk Darth Vader project! Although this particular prototype is available for purchase, I am also taking orders for custom pieces. Contact me for more information.
Steampunk Darth Vader Project
Looking like an early 1800s artifact found at low tide, the steampunk Darth Vader mask and helmet project is finally complete. [See more photos here]
I began by preparing the glossy black plastic for painting by lightly scuffing the surface with sand paper and steel wool. Then, I sculpted the individual “copper plates” using using a Dremel tool. Pilot holes were drilled to accept the rivets, which are actually furniture tacks.
After I applied a base coat of copper, I selectively sprayed flat black and wiped away the high spots. I cut out the molded plastic mesh and replaced it with aluminum mesh. The eye lenses were removed and replaced with copper wire cages inspired by those found on the portals of antique diving helmets.
Finally, I brushed on light green acrylic paint to provide the corrosion detail. [See more photos here]
Questions, you have? Contact B. Campbell Studio, you must.
The Steampunk Darth Vader will be on display during the
OSHKOSH PUBLIC MUSEUM
STEAMPUNK EXHIBIT
June 8 – September 8, 2013
Oshkosh Public Museum | 1331 Algoma Boulevard | Oshkosh, WI 54901 | oshkoshmuseum.org
Looking like an early 1800s artifact found at low tide, the steampunk Darth Vader mask and helmet project is finally complete. [VIDEO]
I began by preparing the glossy black plastic for painting by lightly scuffing the surface with sand paper and steel wool. Then, I sculpted the individual “copper plates” using using a Dremel tool. Pilot holes were drilled to accept the rivets, which are actually furniture tacks.
After I applied a base coat of copper, I selectively sprayed flat black and wiped away the high spots. I cut out the molded plastic mesh and replaced it with aluminum mesh. The eye lenses were removed and replaced with copper wire cages inspired by those found on the portals of antique diving helmets.
Finally, I brushed on light green acrylic paint to provide the corrosion detail.
Questions, you have? Contact B. Campbell Studio, you must.
