How to Make a Dragon Head out of EVA Foam! The Painting Process - Part 4

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[@rufferstuff9148]

Nice color selection. Well worth the time to apply everything. It came out great. Thanks.

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much!

[@RigorMajig]

Man, that stylized look works so well, I'm blown away!

[@SKSProps]

Thanks!!

[@daviddavidfofavid9383]

Yes. Masterfully done Sir. Your background in painting wargaming miniatures shows. Undercoating for Color/ Base Over coat/ blending/ drybrush/ Your attention to that small miniature detail, really showcases when implemented to a large subject. Still cant get over the chosen media of foam. Must confess way better than paper maché.

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much! Foam is just so much easier, cleaner, and lighter to work with. But since a lot of what I do is costume related foam holds up waaaay better over time. And will give better results. But to each their own. I’ve been working with it for a long time and can make foam look like skin, metal, wood, and leather

[@helenwright6840]

20:43 Thoroughly enjoyed your series but this paint tutorial has been excellent. Rarely get such a detailed breakdown and for a novice it is invaluable. Especially one that likes to understand the decision making so they can learn rather than mimic. As for the eyes. Second time I've said I'm clumsy but ... latex peels off glass and most plastics. It makes for a really good and precise cover for eyes when spraying or painting around them. Tip from Allen Hopps - Stiltbeast Studios. Credit where it belongs, always!

[@shannondh83]

Your color palate is superb! I would have never thought to put those colors together and they look just right. I don't know if I could make a dragon head but your instructions make me want to try.

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! Lots of color theory classes back in art school 😉 and try it out! 🙌

[@blizatrex]

An awesome paint up of your dragon.

[@SKSProps]

Thank You!

[@ShutchyerLips]

Looks absolutely fabulous

[@SKSProps]

Thank you! 🙌🙌

[@larryu3727]

Your color theory is so on point. This came out looking great. I now have to figure out if I am going to match your painting but without doing such a clean job.

[@SKSProps]

Go for it! and Thank you! 👍

[@SAOS451316]

This dragon head could also make a fun puppet. :)

[@SKSProps]

I mentioned that in the first video and I hope that people do create some so I can see the final results 👍

[@davesimpson5185]

Looks really awesome, you use a lot of very interesting techniques to achieve very affective results.❤

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much much! 👍

[@nonexistenty4152]

Ammmazing video sir I am so excited to try this out someday

[@SKSProps]

Have fun!

[@karenritter2574]

Wyckedly awesome looks great

[@SKSProps]

Thank you!! 👍

[@billrichardson2256]

👍love it. WOW!

[@DJ_Blaker]

Absolutely incredible. Those eyes are next level. Been looking all over for Xmas bulbs I can use! ❤

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! I’ve got links to the ones I used in the video description 👍

[@DJ_Blaker]

@@SKSProps oh, awesome! Thank you!!

[@70redcutlass]

You are the master. Ive been watching the build and am totally impressed as usual. I printed out my templates so this should be fun. Well done Steve.

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much have fun with the project!

[@MrFTW]

Dude, it came out so awesome! As always your paint layers bring life to something that was already amazing.

[@SKSProps]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Cullens_Workshop]

great painting tutorial!!

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much glad you liked it!

[@PsychoAxeMan]

I'm still learning your painting techniques. One day I'll be that good.! The color contrast is amazing

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! Just remember I’ve had over 30 years of painting experience 😉

[@i.am.adrian]

As always, watching your paint jobs come to life is some of the best prop and cosplay content on the internet! Thanks Steve! If you're looking for suggestions for another project, i'm currently playing through Spider-Man 2 on PS5, and the symbiote suit has some really amazing and slimy looking textures, that might be a cool finish to recreate, maybe just his mask? Or Venom..if you're still feeling 'toothy' after this build!

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much!! 🙌

[@Astro1derboy]

Very very very well done!! 😎

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much!

[@17samuraispiritred]

Awesome 😎👍

[@SKSProps]

Thanks!!

[@17samuraispiritred]

@@SKSProps You're welcome 🙂😎👍

[@shawnkarg3794]

Brilliant paint job as always, Steve! I probably won't ever make a dragon head, but I will use the Shit out of those paint and finishing techniques!

[@SKSProps]

Thanks man and that's the point regardless of the project you can apply the techinques to props or miniatures and models 🙌

[@robertcarey45]

Awesome job SKSProps. 😀👍

[@SKSProps]

Thanks!

[@robertcarey45]

SKSProps You are welcome.

[@bobbysteurer]

Whenever you bust out the epoxy for teeth/tongues/general goop, the piece automatically gets an 11-out-of-10 rating.

[@SKSProps]

Truth! 🤣 the gloss is the icing on top

[@Justrex01]

Sometimes I wonder if you double the weight of your props with all the layers of paint. **Laughs** Yours came out amazing, Steve. I've been a bit stymied by the cold weather. Had to bring all of my paints and things into the house before they froze, as my shop isn't adequately insulated. Plus I ordered more of your foam clay and it got delayed by the weather. Looks like we might be getting a break this week and I have a few days off. Hopefully I can get a few more details done and get some paint on before the cold comes back. Love your passion and your art, sir. You're my hero. Thank you!

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much Rex! and yes the layers make the difference 😅

[@sonosoloio]

dovahkiin! dovahkiin!

[@helenwright6840]

1:13 If you are clumsy like me, heat the foil with heat gloves on. Then, you don't have to worry about adding more heat to the foam and removing the texture. Tip came from Van Oaks Props.

[@SKSProps]

Only works for a more etched look I’ve used it for years both ways on foam “metals”. But if you want a deeper embossed look gotta heat the foam itself Check out my gears of war or Elden ring armor sets

[@helenwright6840]

@SKSProps I will thank you. I'm so new to using EVA as a primary material that I'm trying to get my head around things. First step, find great teachers 😉

[@hakanozkeles2984]

SUPERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much! 👍👍

[@paularch123]

It looks like you added a piece behind the horns sort of a partial neck to help mount it. Am I seeing that right or did I miss something? Love this dragon by the way! I made five large ones with light up eyes for a stage production and now I’m making one for a friend with all the realistic details. Thank you!

[@SKSProps]

It’s been a while since I made this but yes I think I made something to help support him on the shield. That’s awesome to hear I’m glad you like the project 👍

[@PsychoAxeMan]

The best part is it can so be a hand puppet. Some elastic bands on the inside of jaws a couple pop rivets in jaw bam she'll talk. Question small fog machine on 12 volt ? . I have led lights that's run 12 volt .

[@SKSProps]

I've never messed with a fog machine might check out the halloween build channels

[@cookieoverbeek]

currently on my dragon build . fund this tutorial . AMAZING.. my challenge being more on the beginner side.. i WANT/NEED blinking eyes :) . Look forward to seeing if you puppet build :) .

[@cakyas1849]

aku semakin tertarik

[@mattia4865]

Can you make a skeksis head from the dark crystal series?