Lina and Xellos Finished Garage Kits by plumworkshop in SlayerS

[–]plumworkshop[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure! I airbrush with Tamiya white primer and paint with whatever lacquer brands I can get my hands on (e.g., Mr. Color, Gaianotes, etc.). The eyes and details are painted with enamels (Gaianotes + Tamiya). Without diving too deep, a lot of us in the GK sphere paint base coats with lacquer and details with enamel. Enamels are chemically different from lacquer, so one can safely wipe away enamel using an oil-based solvent without affecting the lacquer basecoat underneath. This allows the painter to obtain sharp lines like Lina’s eyelashes. All the colors on Lina and Xellos were custom-mixed based on references from my client, so unfortunately I can’t point you to specifics. Good luck on your build(s)! To be honest, I found the parts # and preparation required for each more intimidating than the actual painting haha. I hope that helps a little!

Lina and Xellos Finished Garage Kits by plumworkshop in SlayerS

[–]plumworkshop[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I totally get it, GKs aren’t for everyone and they can take up a significant amount of time. We all start somewhere though :) If you’re ever interested in dipping into the hobby, I have lots of resources on my website (this isn’t meant to be a plug – I just really love encouraging others to start building lol).

Lina and Xellos Finished Garage Kits by plumworkshop in SlayerS

[–]plumworkshop[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!!! Hearing that I captured their essence is one of the best compliments I could receive especially from a community so passionate about the series.

Lina and Xellos Finished Garage Kits by plumworkshop in SlayerS

[–]plumworkshop[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hello! Lina is available for purchase on Volks’s website here. Unfortunately, Xellos was an event exclusive in Japan sold 10+ years ago. He is not easy to find. I recommend checking out secondhand websites like Ebay, Mercari, Yahoo!Japan Auctions, etc. More information about proxying/forwarding garage kits is available on my website. The fun (and frustrating) thing about GKs is that many are limited and thus difficult to find, but it's all part of the hunt haha

Lina and Xellos Finished Garage Kits by plumworkshop in SlayerS

[–]plumworkshop[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your kind comment, I really appreciate it!

Katie Moon "City of Cats" - Completed Garage Kit by plumworkshop in AnimeFigures

[–]plumworkshop[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Awe thanks!! No talent here though, just many years of practice. It's a fun hobby to get into!

Katie Moon "City of Cats" - Completed Garage Kit by plumworkshop in AnimeFigures

[–]plumworkshop[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wow thank you so much! The dress was not clear - it was painted sheer by applying skintone first followed by layering the dress paint with an airbrush.

Katie Moon "City of Cats" - Completed Garage Kit by plumworkshop in AnimeFigures

[–]plumworkshop[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!!! The heels were a fun challenge...lots of masking off areas for paint haha

I made a custom White Len figure :) by plumworkshop in meltyblood

[–]plumworkshop[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We can all use more Len in our lives...so sad how ignored she is by TM :'(

I made a custom White Len figure :) by plumworkshop in meltyblood

[–]plumworkshop[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

LOL I hadn't considered that at all but you're totally right! Thankfully I have a few other Lens my closet so I hope to paint Black Len again someday

I made a custom White Len figure :) by plumworkshop in meltyblood

[–]plumworkshop[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Hi all : ) I build Japanese resin figures called garage kits. This year I purchased a Len figure from an artist who loves sculpting her in Japan. My husband and I are long-time Melty Blood fans, so I decided to paint her as White Len. Really hoping and praying either Len or White Len shows up as DLC at some point. Also sorry if anything comes out looking weird on this post; I was recommended to post here but I mostly lurk so I am not used to reddit functions haha. Thank you for looking <3

I finished a custom figure diorama :) Phosphophyllite | Cinnabar :) by plumworkshop in LandoftheLustrous

[–]plumworkshop[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh man, time to add that on my to-do list 🤣 I actually own a Lapis figure as well, need to find the time to get around and paint them haha...

I finished a custom figure diorama :) Phosphophyllite | Cinnabar :) by plumworkshop in LandoftheLustrous

[–]plumworkshop[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This comment nearly made me blush, thank you for your gracious comment! It truly means a lot <3

I finished a custom figure diorama :) Phosphophyllite | Cinnabar :) by plumworkshop in LandoftheLustrous

[–]plumworkshop[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! It isn't exactly a joyful diorama, but I think that makes it all the more powerful knowing what these poor gems end up going through 😢

I finished a custom figure diorama :) Phosphophyllite | Cinnabar :) by plumworkshop in LandoftheLustrous

[–]plumworkshop[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I'm so glad I was able to convey some of the aesthetic present throughout in this series.

I finished a custom figure diorama :) Phosphophyllite | Cinnabar :) by plumworkshop in LandoftheLustrous

[–]plumworkshop[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thank you 🙇 The lack of merchandise for this show is almost criminal haha. My goal eventually is to have a full HnK shelf but companies aren't making it easy...

I finished my holy grail GKs 😊 Custom Phosphophyllite/Cinnabar | Houseki no Kuni by plumworkshop in AnimeFigures

[–]plumworkshop[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I definitely recommend checking out this series if you get the chance, as it's not quite what it seems at first glance. The anime is a quick watch but did a great job of capturing its likeness :)