In this character creation tutorial, Maquette Painting Techniques, Stan Winston Studio & Legacy Effects key special effects artist Trevor L. Hensley teaches the techniques he used to paint the SWS/Legacy Effects "Neytiri" figure for Sideshow Collectibles -- the same special effects paint techniques used by Stan Winston Studio to create the original life-sized, on-set Na'vi reference figures for James Cameron's AVATAR.

Beginner Level

1h 7m of duration

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title - 16s

2. Introduction - 13s

3. The Neytiri Maquette - 25s

4. Primer and Prep - 7min

5. Painting Skin - 5min

6. The Stripes - 4min

7. Influence - 2min

8. Back to Painting - 3min

9. The Eyes - 21min

10. The Lips - 2min

11. The Hair - 5min

12. Dry Brush Technique - 4min

13. Freckles - 4min

14. Advice to Young Artists - 1min

15. Wrap Up - 3min

16. Neytiri's Journey - 6min

Materials

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.

Naimie's Beauty Center

Reynolds Advanced Materials

Smooth-On Inc.

GreatArt UK

FOR YOUR WORK STATION

Air Compressor

AIRBRUSHES

Iwata HP-C Double Action Airbrush

Olympos/Iwata Double-Action Mottling Airbrush

Paasche Single Action Model H Airbrush

CLEAR COATS/GLOSSES/MATTING AGENTS

Sure Guard Lacquer Spray

Wasco Wet-Look Gloss Acrylic

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Paintbrush Set

Windsor Newton Series 7 Red Sable Brushes

PAINTS

Acrylic Paint – Hobby Paint

Cell-Vinyl Paint – Animation Paint

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

Naptha

TOOLS

Hairdryer

SUPPLIES

409 Cleaner

Paper Cups

Paper Towels

Rags

Water

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 BiographyTrevor L. Hensley

Special Effects Character Creator,Master Monster Maker and Painter, Key Artist Stan Winston Studio/Legacy Effects

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