Dimitr von Goray was the first bust released by Polish artist, Karol Rudyk. It was also the first bust in his "Vampire" series.
To date, the bust series has been a collaborative effort designed and sculpted by fellow artists--in this instance, Luke Starkie (UK). Karol is focused on the 'creatures' in his line.
It is a 1/10 scale resin bust, comprised of 8 pieces--including 2 additional pieces that appear like large fangs, but I have no idea if they are fangs--or where they might go! Casting was overall B+: a bit disappointing with significant sprues, a few air voids, mold 'roughage', and flash. Nonethe- less, clean-up is straightforward, and certainly not something to be concerned about.
My main "concern" is the design: the subject's lower chest and back are bare, as are the arms. This is my problem, as a fantasy subject is the artist's call, but it simply doesn't make sense! Also, the design of the torso is offset. Hence, most of my "prep" will involve sculpting a cuirass and the rerebraces, extending and reworking the sash--and undercutting all overlapping plates!
More to follow. . .
“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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