Invicta DIPLO -- My First Customized Paint-job!

[Meso-Cenozoic]

Finally! Here's a peek at my first customized paint-job on an unpainted Invicta Diplo. I wanted to emulate the Carnegie Diplo (not just copy), so he'd have a friend to hang out with!

Whatya think? Not too bad, huh?

[Ajax]

Friggen Awesome, I gotta get that invicta diplo and try and do the same.

[tetonbabydoll]

Great job. Now, aren't you glad you decided to "blemish" it? Ya, that diplo is a thing of beauty, aint it? It more than holds its own with the carnegie one. So, will you be trying to do more?

[bokisaurus]

Very impressive! I'm truly impressed! First? Even bigger WOW! They make a really nice pair ;D

[Ajax]

Feb 18, 2009 4:01:08 GMT @tetonbabydoll said:

Great job. Now, aren't you glad you decided to "blemish" it? Ya, that diplo is a thing of beauty, aint it? It more than holds its own with the carnegie one. So, will you be trying to do more?

'Blemishing' them brings out so much more detail, I honestly have never liked the plain coloured Invictas.

[tetonbabydoll]

I don't like the plain colors, but man the details....the invicta cetio looks to way blow away procon's...all of these invictas are sooo cool. I am looking forward to getting more possibly soon, wink, wink

[Tyrannax]

Whoa, very cool!

[Ajax]

Feb 18, 2009 4:34:55 GMT @tetonbabydoll said:

I don't like the plain colors, but man the details....the invicta cetio looks to way blow away procon's...all of these invictas are sooo cool. I am looking forward to getting more possibly soon, wink, wink

I don't have any Invictas, can you please send me some,

[sbell]

Feb 18, 2009 4:34:55 GMT @tetonbabydoll said:

I don't like the plain colors, but man the details....the invicta cetio looks to way blow away procon's...all of these invictas are sooo cool. I am looking forward to getting more possibly soon, wink, wink

I have to say, I don't seek out Invictas as a rule, but the Cetiosaurus is one that I jumped on when I had the chance. It's just a really cool figure, and such a unique sauropod to boot. Maybe someday I'll hunt down that Mamenchisaurus they made as well--but the postage makes me scared!

[Ajax]

Feb 18, 2009 6:01:30 GMT sbell said:

Feb 18, 2009 4:34:55 GMT @tetonbabydoll said:

I don't like the plain colors, but man the details....the invicta cetio looks to way blow away procon's...all of these invictas are sooo cool. I am looking forward to getting more possibly soon, wink, wink

I have to say, I don't seek out Invictas as a rule, but the Cetiosaurus is one that I jumped on when I had the chance. It's just a really cool figure, and such a unique sauropod to boot. Maybe someday I'll hunt down that Mamenchisaurus they made as well--but the postage makes me scared!

lol, Im always scared of postage, (stupid Aussie dollar)

[tomhet]

Impressive Meso, your paintjob looks better than Carnegie's ;D

[Tyrannax]

^ Are you kidding? Carnegies is much better!

I'm kidding actually, yours does look better. I agree with Tom. ;D

[tetonbabydoll]

Yes, his paint is better, and, comparing the two sculpts, invicta truly does hold up well, dragging tail and all. It is just so stately...

Ajax, I may---may--end up with an extra diplo. If so, I will figure it out, and get it to you. You really should get some if the opportunity arises.

[Meso-Cenozoic]

Hey, thanks guys!

But, I still love my Carnegie! I guess if their artists would be able to take the time I took, their minute details would be a little more fine-tuned. But, since they're mass-produced, that would be next to imossible, right?!

I still like their's is much better. I think somehow it looks more natural. Mine came out looking maybe a bit too artsy, lol! But, like Boki said, I think they make a handsome couple!

And Kevin, will I be doing any more now? Well, if I can get my hands on some other Invictas for a nice price, especially the other two large sauropods, then maybe. I just don't know how you pump out soooooo many, and all looking so good! I procrastinated so long on just this one. And then, I couldn't stop touching up colors! I'm still not satisfied. Also, getting those tiny eyes just right, is a real "female dog", LOL! I totally respect, even more now, you and all the rest of you painters out there!

[tetonbabydoll]

Eyes = pain in butt combined with toothpick tips only.....

Hey Meso, remember to that you were trying to match a very specific look and scheme, that slows you down as you have to check references. On the non-specified schemes, once I get the main colors in, I just sorta sit and dabble with 'em when i watch tv, no reference checking. Plus, I do not work or anything, so I have plenty of time in a day.

[kikimalou]

Hey, the Carnegie's diplo finally find his grand father. Great family pictures and very very good painting. Congratulation

[bokisaurus]

Feb 18, 2009 6:01:30 GMT sbell said:

Feb 18, 2009 4:34:55 GMT @tetonbabydoll said:

I don't like the plain colors, but man the details....the invicta cetio looks to way blow away procon's...all of these invictas are sooo cool. I am looking forward to getting more possibly soon, wink, wink

I have to say, I don't seek out Invictas as a rule, but the Cetiosaurus is one that I jumped on when I had the chance. It's just a really cool figure, and such a unique sauropod to boot. Maybe someday I'll hunt down that Mamenchisaurus they made as well--but the postage makes me scared!

Wanna trade? I have two painted mamenchi ;D

[[][][]cordylus[][][]]

Oh my........ *is speechless and blinded by invicta dippy's sheer beauty*

[dlindeman]

Thats really nice. I wish i could get you to paint some of my sculptures .
DL

[sid]

Holy Jebus,i never noticed that the Invicta Diplo was such a TRULY beautiful figure...One of the Best Sauropod models EVER,that's for sure


...And one day,I SWEAR,i'll get him ;D