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[Jammiedodger]

Hello everyone.

After seeing great maxifigs in the forum, I decided to start my own version. I will most likely only do the head and shoulders, but maybe, if I have any time, I will continue to expand it.

This was it a few days ago:



And now:


It is a WIP, so don't get too picky!
Suggestions and C&C are very welcome. I could do with some proffesional advise!


Btw, I'll update the thread every time I work on this in LDD.

[Burman]

It looks really good so far.
I cannot wait until I see the finished helmet.
If there was one thing that I would point out is that it is a bit blocky.
I am sure you will sort that out so good luck until then!

[Zorro]

Looks good so far. I am not much into maxifigs myself, but I can understand the people that are.

[Rufus]

Zorro, on Jan 11 2010, 09:58 PM, said:

Looks good so far. I am not much into maxifigs myself, but I can understand the people that are.

Me neither, but you're doing a good job so far JD.  I like the way you've done the eyes.    I'd just suggest more of a bridge to the nose, and get the jaw to protude more: this pic is just a toy helmet, but makes the point:



Good luck!  

[Big Cam]

Most impressive.

Are you aiming for a helmet you can actually wear?

[Jammiedodger]

Thanks everyone. I think it won't look as blocky when complete. Remember, it is LEGO, so It is bound to look blocky, eh?
An example of a LEGO set which is blocky:

Rufus, on Jan 11 2010, 10:07 PM, said:

Me neither, but you're doing a good job so far JD.  I like the way you've done the eyes.    I'd just suggest more of a bridge to the nose, and get the jaw to protude more: this pic is just a toy helmet, but makes the point:

>SNIP<

Good point. I'll experiment around for a bit.
That picture is perfect for me btw!

Big Cam, on Jan 11 2010, 10:23 PM, said:

Are you aiming for a helmet you can actually wear?

I was thinking about it, but then decided against it. The price tag would shoot up if I made it any bigger.

[Palms]

It looks great. I really look foreword to seeing it complete

[prateek]

Cool WIP for sure. I'd love to see the finished product

[RileyC]

I cant wait to see what the finished product looks like. keep working on it!

[Ar Sparfel]

An interesting project.
It's not very easy to build this round Stormtrooper helmet.
When Burman said it's a bit blocky, I think he wants to explain that the helmet should be more round and not like a square.
well i've tried unsuccessfully to made one for my maxifig.
Here, you can see my three versions
http://www.brickshel...ry.cgi?f=316732

[Big Cam]

Jammiedodger714, on Jan 12 2010, 01:42 PM, said:

Thanks everyone. I think it won't look as blocky when complete. Remember, it is LEGO, so It is bound to look blocky, eh?
An example of a LEGO set which is blocky:




Good point. I'll experiment around for a bit.
That picture is perfect for me btw!



I was thinking about it, but then decided against it. The price tag would shoot up if I made it any bigger.

Although the maul head is blocky, I think it looks pretty good.  If your helmet is less blocky than maul then you are well onto the right track of making a sweet helmet.  I can't wait.