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08-19-2019, 12:30 AM | #1 |
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My tribute to all the art that might have become an action figure but didn't. Now it has.
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08-19-2019, 12:31 AM | #2 |
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Also included are:
A) customs based on art that did become an action figure, but the execution lacked, (such as incomplete articulation). B) unproduced figures including Concept Case figures even if the original art is unknown. C) maybe other customs I want to throw in here just because. Last edited by ARBCO Avenue; 05-28-2023 at 12:30 PM.. |
08-19-2019, 12:37 AM | #3 |
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08-19-2019, 12:52 AM | #5 |
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#1. Based on Bio Viper Heavy by Kemp Remillard (Massive Black) #2. Based on "Baroness Mission Outfit," by Wes Burt (Massive Black) Wes Burt's impressive credentials in film and game art, from IMDB: https://m.imdb.com/name/nm3780718/fi...?ref_=m_nmfm_1 #3. Based on "Ripcord Polar Gear" by Wes Burt (Massive Black) #4. Based on "Storm Shadow - Urban Ninja," by Wes Burt (Massive Black) #5 Based on "Zartan" by Wes Burt (Massive Black) #6. Based on "Bio Viper Soldier" by Bruno "Nox" Gore (Massive Black) #7. Based on "Cobra Soldiers" by Constantine Sekaris (GI Joe: Retaliation) #8. Based on Cobra Viper art by Josh Nizzi (GI Joe Retaliation) #9. Based on "Climbing Ninja" art by Steffen Reichsdadt (GI Joe Retaliation) See more of the artist's work for GI Joe Retaliation here: Steffen Reichstadt #10. Based on Frostbite by Kemp Remillard (Massive Black) More GI Joe art by Kemp Remillard: G.I. Joe Concept Art by Kemp Remillard | Concept Art World Mr Remillard?s web page: COMMERCIAL - KEMP REMILLARD #11. Based on Bio Viper Soldier by Jason Chan More art by Jason Chan (unrelated to GI Joe): https://www.jasonchanart.com and https://www.originalmagicart.store/c...ons/jason-chan #12: Roadblock by Wes Burt (Massive Black) Last edited by ARBCO Avenue; 05-27-2023 at 06:29 PM.. |
08-19-2019, 01:13 AM | #6 |
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ORIGINAL POST:
With a Snake-Eyes/Ninja-themed movie on the way, it's way past time to say goodbye to last decade's film aesthetics, but although the previous era is over, I'm still inspired by artists who shaped those films and toys in interesting ways. Some of these figures presented a significant creative challenge, which is exactly what drew me to the project. Let me be the first to say that, more often than not, modern concept art doesn’t match my personal (clearly nostalgic) preferences for America’s “highly-trained special mission force” that I knew in the 80's; However, after those initial reactions had passed, I’ve been surprised how my appreciation has grown. Not all of it hits the mark for me, but seeing the art as needed innovation and exploration makes me grateful that ANY new directions have been explored at all. Working from concept art has increased my appreciation for visual artists who are called upon to explore new directions for G.I. Joe. I’m not much of a movie guy (I’d rather collect movie toys than watch the movies) but I’m looking forward to seeing concept art for the next film, whatever it may bring. While I wait I’ve got plenty of time to explore art from the past decade. I’ll start with art produced by Massive Black. Probably the main reason I’m drawn to this prolific art firm, is that we have them to thank, particularly artist Wes Burt to thank, for many early pursuit of Cobra figures (some ended up being amazing and true to his inspiring concepts). #1. Based on Bio Viper Heavy by Kemp Remillard (Massive Black) More GI Joe art by Kemp Remillard: G.I. Joe Concept Art by Kemp Remillard | Concept Art World Mr Remillard’s web page: COMMERCIAL - KEMP REMILLARD Months ago I saw in my mind how I might build Kemp Remillard’s drawing of Bio-Viper Heavy from War Machine and Star Wars parts and the ideas started to flow. One interlibrary loan request later, I was browsing the impressive collection in Massive Black volume 2 to learn more about images, many I hadn't even seen online. I drew up plans for more. If you like what you see on this first custom, stay tuned... Last edited by ARBCO Avenue; 12-21-2019 at 12:11 PM.. |
08-19-2019, 07:13 AM | #7 |
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I do like what I'm seeing! That is a great use for the War-Machine figure, to bring it into the Joe-verse. Thanks for sharing, and looking forward to more concept inspired figures/characters!
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08-19-2019, 10:03 AM | #8 |
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Looks great! One thing about Rise of Cobra and Pursuit of Cobra that I’ve always liked is how the designs are modern updates to the characters instead of simple remakes
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Nice!!!
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08-19-2019, 10:38 AM | #10 |
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Great start! Looking forward to more!
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