Follow along with Special Effects Character Creator & Master Model Maker, Jesse Gee, as he constructs a cohesive retro robotic art piece out of random castoffs and found materials.

During this 5-hour special character effects model-making master class, Jesse not only entertains but shares a wealth of Hollywood robot-making techniques, including resin casting, metallic painting secrets, basic electrical wiring, and character creation troubleshooting.

This DVD is a 2-Disc Set

Beginner Level

4h 58m of duration

English, Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title & Introduction - 27s

2. Inspiration In Everyday Life - 3min

3. The Workshop - 5min

4. Tools - 7min

5. Getting Started - 4min

6. Mold Options - 2min

7. Casting a Resin Foot - 4min

8. Arm Assembly--Part One - 7min

9. Fitting the Shoulder to the Arm - 2min

10. Casting Resin - 3min

11. Determining a Color Scheme - 2min

12. Arm Placement - 8min

13. Drilling the Arm Hole - 7min

14. Attaching a Hand - 10min

15. Painting the Body - 6min

16. Adding Detail with Acrylic Paints - 12min

17. Recap & Overview--Day 1 - 2min

18. Locking Off the Shoulder - 5min

19. Metallic Painting - 6min

20. Painting Rust Colors - 6min

21. Chrome & a Layer of Graphite - 13min

22. Rust and Spatter - 8min

23. Chrome Edging - 7min

24. Painting the Hand - 5min

25. Attaching the Other Arm - 5min

26. Attaching the Feet - 20min

27. Recap & Overview--Day 2 - 10min

28. Installing Lights in the Body - 11min

29. Rocket Light Assembly - 23min

30. Installing the Dimmer - 11min

31. Mounting the Rockets - 7min

32. The Power Cord - 8min

33. Recap & Overview--Day 3 - 3min

34. Fixing the Shoulder & Constructing An Arm Piston - 21min

35. Internal Wiring - 14min

36. Painting Light Bulbs - 8min

37. Installing the Dimmer Knob - 5min

38. Painting the Knob - 8min

39. Painting the Legs and Feet - 5min

40. Chrome Edging - 2min

41. Rust & Oil Colors - 3min

42. Wrap Up - 1min

Materials

This lesson is about using assorted found objects to build a robot. All the tools and supplies used are listed, however, the various collection of parts used to build the robot are not.

As you will see in the lesson, you will have to get creative and source your own interesting robot parts at hardware stores, salvage yards, from old electronics, etc. Happy Hunting!

CLICK on the links below to find the materials you need for this lesson.

Some items might be harder to find, but a little internet scouring usually finds you everything you'll need.

McMaster Carr

FOR YOUR WORK STATION

Air Compressor with moisture trap and pressure adjustment

Excellent Lighting

Grex Micro Air Control Valve – in line pressure adjustor such as this, as a luxury

Latex Gloves

Respirator

AIRBRUSHES

Iwata Eclipse – HP-CS

CLEAR COATS/GLOSSES/MATTING AGENTS

Clear Coat Enamel

EPOXYS/GLUES

Propoxy 20 – Epoxy Putty

Superglue

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Chip Brushes

Fine Line Paintbrush

Small Paintbrush

PAINTS

Alclad Lacquer – Chrome

Brown Spray Paint

FW Acrylic Ink – Antelope Brown

FW Acrylic Ink – Black

FW Acrylic Ink – Scarlet

FW Acrylic Ink – White

FW Acrylic Ink – Yellow Ocher

Model Master Silver Enamel Paint

Raw Umber Oil Paint

Rust-Oleum Metallic Finish Chrome Spray Paint

PRIMERS/ADHESION PROMOTORS

Black Primer Spray Paint

Zip Kicker

RESINS

QuickCast Urethane Resin

Smooth-Cast Resin - Onyx

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

99% Alcohol

Naptha

TOOLS

Bits & Indexes

Screw Holder

Step Drill Bit

Various Drill Bits

Crimping, Pliers & Gripping Tools

Adjustable Pliers

Needle Nose Jewelry Pliers

Needle Nose Pliers

Pliers

Tweezers

Vise

Cutting Tools

Band Saw

Chop Saw

Scissors

Wire Cutters

Wire Strippers

X-Acto Knife

Measuring Tools

Ruler

Power Tools

Belt Sander

Cordless Drill

Dremel Tool

Sander

Punch & Press Tools

Pop Riveter

Spring-Loaded Center Punch

Screwdrivers

Flathead

Philip’s Head

Precision Screwdriver Set

Other Tools

Small Hairdryer

SUPPLIES

Artist Graphite

Assorted Nuts and Bolts

Assorted Screws

Assorted Springs

Dimmer Switch

Display Case Lightbulb

Dixie Cups

Electric Plug Head

Flame Shaped Lightbulbs

Lamp Wire

Lightbulb Socket

Lock Washer

Masking Tape

Paper Towels

Plastic CC Cups

Primary Wire – 18 Gauge

Rivets

Sharpie Marker

Small Wooden Mixing Sticks

Spray Bottle

Wire Nuts

Zip Ties

HEALTH/SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When working with toxic and/or dangerous materials or tools:

ALWAYS read labels for appropriate use guidelines

ALWAYS wear a high-grade respirator

ALWAYS work in a well-ventilated area

ALWAYS protect your skin

ALWAYS wear eye protection

Artist BiographyJesse Gee

Master Model Maker, Special Makeup Effects Artist & Leader of the Moon Patrol

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