What you get. This is an exquisitely cast (PERFECTION!) bust comprised of 6 pieces: the one-piece bust, 4 straitjacket belt-ends, and the right hand w/ straight razor. There is no pedestal/ plinth included in the kit. The resin is a bit "softer" than I prefer; but given the modifications I intend to undertake, the medium is ideal!
The bust as designed holds very little appeal, no matter the excellence of the sculpture or the casting; however, this was love at first sight! What a magnificent basis for a conversion to the Joker!! While the boxart makes no allusion to Mista' J, several build-ups that I have seen sport
a green 'do and noticeably pale skin, though the busts themselves were not subjected to any modification/s.
The required work, afaic, revolves around the face/head. I will give Mista' J a full head of hair, filling out the exposed skin at the site of the craniotomy; and I will rework the mouth/lips to a more tra- ditional psychotic smile. There are a few other enhancements on the TDL, but all in good time.
To date, I have roughed-in the hair, and I have begun working on the upper lip--a GREAT start!
Stay tuned!
PS--The bust has been pegged, and transferred to its work base.
“When the cost of a hobby exceeds the fun and doesn't attract new people, the game is over.” -
Oscar Koveleski, August 2003
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