christmas on infinite earths

The torso/backpack/vest is more or less complete. Not knowing how to attach it, I just sacrificed an old costume vest I had and built it directly into the back. The gears can turn, but I haven’t figured out a way to motorize them yet. I envision this thing having motorized gears and some lights, probably a red glow from within with light coming out the smoke stack and some glowing gems on the control panel. Adding a vented firebox that lights up on the side with the smokestack is another good idea I think, but that may have to wait. I can’t decide what to do with this now! I could keep working on it, or I could stop and try to use it in a video like I had intended all along. I’m running out of time though, either way.

This is the piece being worn by a couple pillows.

I need to shape this place up a bit. And make more posts. How bout some pictures?

Decided to get cracking on a mask prop for my final project. I tried designing it first, but was getting frustrated with that approach and so I just decided to make it.

Gearman Mask, early stage

Gearman mask, early stage with fabric shawl

Gearman mask, cranium complete

At this point I have to go back to the drawing board. The Gearman is supposed to be a steampunk inspired automaton, and I don’t know how to ornament the mask in order to achieve this effect. I want to add cheek pieces, but I don’t know if they will be large flat panels, or just a bit of scrollwork or ornamentation with fabric underneath to cover my face. The mask is very tight and a little uncomfortable to get on, but I can breathe and see out of it, though the line of sight is very reduced.