Isaac the Elf

[CandyCane]

Here's a commissioned piece I'm currently working on...still lot's to do on this guy. He'll be very much like "Aloitious" as far as height, about 40" tall and will have poseable arms and fingers. Thanks for looking and I'll be posting a tutorial when he's completed.

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac%20the%20Elf/IsaacElf67.jpg

[Sickie Ickie]

Wow! Is he lookin' good! Do you have a site that offers commisioned pieces?

[CandyCane]

Thanks SI, and no, I don't have a site up yet.

[Warrant2000]

I see a strange semblance between the elf and Sickie. Maybe that's a young Sickie? :)

[Sickie Ickie]

LOL Or maybe I'm just an old Elf? :p

[wonwer]

you guys and gals are hilarious!!! lol

[woodmizer]

This is going to be a nice one CC, your not making Aloitious a buddy to pal around with?

[Just Whisper]

I think this is my favorite.

[CandyCane]

Here he is, ready for primer and painting.

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac%20the%20Elf/IsaacElf93.jpg

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac%20the%20Elf/IsaacElf92.jpg http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac%20the%20Elf/IsaacElf91.jpg

[Sickie Ickie]

Terrific! Ears are buggers, aren't they?

[bethene]

fabulous , Candy Cane, as usual!!

[CandyCane]

Yes SI, they are!

Thanks bethene:)

Here's a pic of the finished paintjob

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac%20the%20Elf/IsaacElf96.jpg

[Sickie Ickie]

Simply and utterly incredible. If/when I ever get my hand at sculpting, more thanlikely it will be fantasy characters. That way I wouldn't have to be as realistic as yours and havemine look BAD!

[CandyCane]

Thank you Sickie

Here he is with hair, finally!

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac%20the%20Elf/IsaacElf99.jpg

[Sickie Ickie]

OMG! That looks...er...awesomer? Is that a word? I'm speechless!

Doll's curly hair?

[Sickie Ickie]

PS, one of these times this year, I'd love for you to share with us a step by step tutorial of your method for making elf heads.

[CandyCane]

Thanks SI, the hair is the same faux fur that I used for Aloitious.

Here's another pic showing his body which is now ready for costuming. I used the usual pvc frame and made his shoes out of Celluclay and Sculpt-a-Mold. Of course those will be covered with proper pointed elf shoes.

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac%20the%20Elf/IsaacElf110.jpg

[Sickie Ickie]

Looking at your sculpt, I'm reminded of the old time statuettes in the dept store windows, when quality of work was shown in the style of figures. Occasionally an animated one would be there as well, but the incredible detail was there and made them a collectible today.

You, ma'am, are a true old world craftsperson, with that rare gift of presence. In the theatre we know it automatically as stage presence. With sculpting, I don't know what it's called, but you have that awesomeness. That spirit of living your craft.

As usual I am constantly more and more blown away by your work, until there's no more words to describe the shock of being blown away yet again.

You, ma'am, are awesome!

Can't wait to be blown away yet again with your next post in the series.

[CandyCane]

Awww, thanks Sickie :)

[Just Whisper]

CC,
It is most amazing what you do. And I love the soft, subtle colors you chose for his facial highlights (cheeks, lips, etc). Makes him look so much more realistic.

[spookineer]

You can even see the personality in this little guys face. We await each new work from you Laurie. You are the awesomerist!

[Nancj]

CC your creations are so beautiful. How do you store them away so as not to get ruined. although if I were you I'd have them up all year round just to show off :)

[Sickie Ickie]

I think the last one was stored under the Bride of F's dress if I remember correctly.

[chris]

CandyCane, WOW!!!!!! your work is great!!!!

[Nancj]

I think the last one was stored under the Bride of F's dress if I remember correctly.

That would explain his mischivious little grin.:)

[Candee]

All I can say is ..............WOW!

[CandyCane]

Thanks again you guys. I'm still working on his outfit and will post some pics soon. This elf was not promised to be completed this year, so no problem with the client. BTW, all my mache props are stored inside. I'm also putting together a how-to, but that does take some time and I'll get that posted as well.

[CandyCane]

And here he is all completed.
I made all of his clothing except for the striped tights. He also has a striped t-shirt underneath the jacket. I've also posted the 2 part tutorial.

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac the Elf/IsaacElf135.jpg http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac the Elf/IsaacElf122.jpg

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac the Elf/IsaacElf121.jpg http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q77/Lauriebeast/Isaac the Elf/IsaacElf120.jpg

[Just Whisper]

Oh Candy, he is just beautiful. Everything about him is perfect. Your work is impeccable. You are so good at that. You have magic hands. (not a word sickie...you know I can hear you already :p ).

[theedwin]

AMAZING!!!

What people can do when they put their imagination to good use!

Edwin

[Sickie Ickie]

ou are so good at that. You have magic hands. (not a word sickie...you know I can hear you already :p ).

you know me way too well! LOL

That is some amazing work! I expect you'll enter the next prop contest we have? :D

[CandyCane]

you know me way too well! LOL

That is some amazing work! I expect you'll enter the next prop contest we have? :D

I don't think so, Sickie, but ya never know. In fact, my monsters are gettin restless and want Isaac's cutesyass outta the studio....pronto!