Jazza's Space Bears bust, printed and painted

#SpaceBears #AstraPrimursa
Jazza recently released some resin bits and this super cool bust, based on his custom Space Bears (Astra Primursa) Warhammer 40K Space Marine chapter. I couldn't resist buying the STL from PuppetsWar, printing it up on my Elegoo Saturn, and painting it. Here's how I approached that, some of my processes, and how it went!
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[@TheMiniJunkie]

Have you ever painted a bust? Or maybe you paint them often? I'd love to hear your point of view on that - comment below!

[@GoobertownHobbies]

The face, fur and red armor are all wonderful!! This was chill. He looks great out in the snow :-)

[@TheMiniJunkie]

Thanks, Brent! Yeah - he's pretty decent. I think, if I'd thought more about lighting placements, I could have made him more dramatic. And of course smoother.

[@DamienWise]

This is so beautiful! The main lesson I learned from this video is that as an artist, you're always going to be critical of your own work and you focus on all the tiny flaws, but other people looking at it don't get caught-up on tiny imperfections and they appreciate it as a whole. I get that this is a fine balancing-act because the inner critic can help to drive you to new heights. Thankyou for putting your style on this bust; you've created a stunning piece of art.

[@TheMiniJunkie]

Thank you, Damien!

[@joshgrillo2482]

This. I was coming in to say something similar, but you nailed it. Nothing wrong with wanting to get better, but this was well done. Be proud!

[@briarstingwrf7284]

This looks amazing! I think you did a great job. I love painting busts. Much easier for me to see the details. You should do more. Marco's channel is great. I too learned to make a story for my models. It's a great help in picking colour schemes, lighting, etc. Keep up the great work and content!! 🇨🇦

[@chuck-n-debtaylor7553]

I appreciate the range of personalities I’m following on YT, from: HELLO GUYS!…to Hey Goody PP’s (still wondering about this one) - to What’s up, Rockstars? To Goober’s Bob Ross-alike - To your factual and relaxed style, where you explain more of your challenges and how you’re working through them. I appreciate the range and diversity, but I’m drawn more often to your style of sharing/teaching - so thank you, and cheers 🍻

[@TheMiniJunkie]

Ah, thank you - that's very kind! This video isn't tracking very well on views, so you might be in the minority :D But I really appreciate that feedback.

[@TheMiniJunkie]

PS who says "goody PP's"?

[@chuck-n-debtaylor7553]

@@TheMiniJunkie - that’s Miniac (Scott) & Jon (Ninjon) on their Trapped Under Plastic page.

[@justanothercaptain6566]

Great video! Thank you! The bust looked awesome! Cheers 🍻

[@waynecorbiere8361]

Awesome job love the face even before you fixed it. It looked like his face had been scared from the cold elements.

[@brucemenard]

Great narrative :) really enjoyed how you got there.

[@Drewcifer1212]

Super clean!

[@markgnepper5636]

Great stuff friend 👏 👍

[@mikespaintedminis5100]

I think it turned out amazing especially the fur! 👌

[@redline3090]

Looks great! As long as you had fun, don't sweat it :)

[@Agastui]

Sir! I haven't seen your videos in a while but you look like your in shape! Congrats on staying healthy, my guy. Also, great video, as always.

[@TheMiniJunkie]

Thank you!

[@MikeBeals]

Nice job on the bust! Really enjoyed your explanation of each step. I know we are always our own worst critics but I think this turned out better than you think.

[@TheMiniJunkie]

Thanks Mike!

[@Marshal976]

It looks good mate, don't be overly critical of your effort!

[@TheMiniJunkie]

Thank you :)

[@acadious5346]

great video as always. this video needs more likes

[@ChiefmcNuggets]

Was looking forward for this!!! I love your honesty, and the way you make your videos. Till the next one! Ps. It's an awesome piece. Kinda jealous here. I got a long way to go!!(started a little over half a year I think)

[@TheMiniJunkie]

Thank you!

[@jimothytohns]

Love it keep it up

[@jasonrichardwatts]

Love it!

[@thetabletopsupershow3670]

You are way too hard on yourself. Your bust has a very complimentary color scheme. That asthetic alone shows a great eye for contrast. I love the shield, excellent work!

[@TheMiniJunkie]

Thank you!

[@ahnraphel]

Can you list the paint colors your utilized for each area? I'm really trying to hammer down your armor, gold, and reds, I feel like you really NAILED the color scheme, but I'm new to painting and need a little hand holding.

[@MoritzPost]

Looks very nice. What printer did you use?

[@TheMiniJunkie]

Thanks! Elegoo Saturn

[@MoritzPost]

@@TheMiniJunkie Thanks. Btw, my "pallid wych flesh" is the same as you described in the video. Had to relegate it to the shelf.

[@TheMiniJunkie]

@@MoritzPost yeah - weird, eh? Not sure why that particular paint gets "chunky".

[@naphaneal]

@@TheMiniJunkie probably the cap isn't airtight enough.

[@rustedbeetle]

It would be interesting to see you repeat this process. Take everything you learned painting this model and print out another one and apply your new knowledge. It looks to me like you could have gone much darker on the fur oil wash to deepen the shadows behind the head for a greater contrast and framing of the head against the fur. Skin is a great place to switch to oils, especially given their blending properties.

[@TheMiniJunkie]

I think I might get a lot fewer views if I try to do a second video with the same bust. However, what I might try is to paint the Octavius bust using the things I learned here. To your point, oils might make the flesh a lot easier to paint!

[@rustedbeetle]

@@TheMiniJunkie Yeah, I don't think in terms of views, or viewer interest, so probably not a good channel idea.

[@htpkey]

Love your technique and color scheme! The fear of screwing up a paintjob is very relatable, I have maybe a dozen miniatures that I don't want to paint yet because I feel that I could not do them justice with my current paint skill level. I know it's not helpful to think like this. Do any of you have tips to get over this hurdle?

[@TheMiniJunkie]

I'm starting to think the answer is "just dive in and do it" :D

[@rustedbeetle]

Where would you say the light source is in relation to the model?

[@TheMiniJunkie]

from above. Which is my way of saying I didn't consider that enough.

[@rustedbeetle]

@@TheMiniJunkie I'm having problems seeing that, especially on the shield on the back which looks to me to be somewhat uniformly lit. It may be a translation issue in video format, though. I love the color choices and how the red is modulated in the armor pieces.

[@TheMiniJunkie]

@@rustedbeetle No, you are right. It's too uniform.

[@ramonwhite1379]

Man That Joint Looks Freaken AWESOME!!!! I'd like to Add it to My Collection..Do You Wanna Sell It????

[@TheMiniJunkie]

I hadn't thought about it...maybe?

[@naphaneal]

a wise green gnomish person once said: "A great teacher, failure is." So, screw up! Screw up a lot!

[@TheMiniJunkie]

By now I should be a genius! :D

[@SupBro-ww9go]

You criticise yourself too much, it's awesome