Ambassador leatheroo Posted October 10, 2008 Ambassador Report Posted October 10, 2008 i made a new mask today, but it was one of those days when the leather wouldnt do what you want it to do...and i cut the leather all wrong....absolutely nothing like i wanted it to be, but i didnt want to waste the leather...so here is the result...'a bit strange' ... I will keep it for the market stall i have planned closer to christmas.. sometimes the pieces you dont like at all, sell first!!! I found a supplier here in town that makes up their own brand of airbrush paint that is designed to go on flexible materials..it even says suitable for leather. It airbrushed beautifully...just the right consistency, didnt have to thin it at all. I have used it on this mask. Quote "]http://leatheroo.blogspot
TomSwede Posted October 10, 2008 Report Posted October 10, 2008 I just thought to myself the other day that it was a long time since I saw a mask from you. It is kinda strange, I agree but the colours is...WOW!!! A Harlequin costume type might be suiting I think. At least it got me thinking of it. Nice job! Tom Quote Confucius - Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without. --------------------------------------------- www.1eye1.se blogg.1eye1.se
mendedbowl Posted October 10, 2008 Report Posted October 10, 2008 leatheroo it may not have turned out like you intended...but it's still a very nice mask. interesting shapes and pleasing colors. i'm sure someone will buy it. i think it's great. now you get the pleasure of making another one like what you wanted. may i ask what type of airbrush you use? i'm considering buying one to apply dyes and stains, but i have no idea what to look for. hmmm maybe i should start a new post! anyway...i like your masks...what oz. leather do you use for those? ken Quote
Ambassador leatheroo Posted October 10, 2008 Author Ambassador Report Posted October 10, 2008 hi ken, there have been quite a few posts about airbrushes, you will find them through the search function. I use an Iwata HP plus...love.love.love it.. I have had a few airbrushes over the years but this is my favorite. It has fantastic control..from wide spray to very fine lines.. For covering a large area i use a paasche VL..great for bigger jobs but doesnt have the fine control of the Iwata. For my masks i usually use 1mm or 2mm veg tan (not sure what this is in oz.) I meant to use the 1mm for the project i had in mind but cut the 2mm by accident (must pay attention next time) so the leather wouldnt do what i needed it to do. cheers Quote "]http://leatheroo.blogspot
Ambassador leatheroo Posted October 10, 2008 Author Ambassador Report Posted October 10, 2008 I cant believe i posted a picture of this mask...WHAT WAS I THINKING Did someone slip something in my coffee this morning before i started working on this?? Quote "]http://leatheroo.blogspot
JohnD Posted October 10, 2008 Report Posted October 10, 2008 Nien Nunb. Really, though, I think it looks great. Aside from Lando's co-pilot, I think Tom is right that it makes me think of Harlequinn or a jester costume. Quote (rdb):God looked down at the world, and said "See, right there in Witchita, next to the railroad tracks, I didn't put enough dandelions".
Members Surveyor Posted October 10, 2008 Members Report Posted October 10, 2008 It may not be the mask you intended to make, but it's some fine work none the less. Quote
Members Tina Posted October 10, 2008 Members Report Posted October 10, 2008 Now, I actually like this mask and the idea behind...Stop punishing yourself Roo:-) My only objection might be the photo and the background, it takes away from the wonderful vivid colors. Quote "He who works with his hands is a laborer. He who works with his hands, and his head is a craftsman. He who works with his hands, and his head, and his heart, is An Artist" http://vildkorpens-laderlya.deviantart.com http://tupali.deviantart.com/
Contributing Member UKRay Posted October 10, 2008 Contributing Member Report Posted October 10, 2008 I think the mask is great too - I love your work! I have a big question for all you airbrush people: I know nothing about these things but having read several posts including this one I have kinda decided to go with an Iwata airbrush. Queston 1: Is an Iwata Eclipse HP-CS like an HP plus? If not what is the difference in simple, easy to understand terms? I will probably only use the thing occasionally but would like to try spraying leather finish to avoid bubbles, streaks etc. Now, what sort of compressor would you suggest for an Iwata airbrush? I have been looking at all kinds and don't know where to start and living in the middle of nowhere doesn't help either. I don't have a handy store to ask my daft questions and will have to do everything mail order hence: Question 2: Should I stick with the Iwata brand or what? Are all the fittings the same? What about air-pressure? what about noise? What model would be best to buy? Quote "Some mornings, it's just not worth chewing through the leather straps" Ray Hatley www.barefootleather.co.uk
Members Mattmatt Posted October 10, 2008 Members Report Posted October 10, 2008 I like it. It kinda reminds me of something you would see in Phantom of the Opera during the masquerade ball. Very cool Quote
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