THE most amazing customs (plural!) ever created! (by C.A.)

[funrun]

I had to start this thread because I know CupidsArt wouldn't do it himself :P.

Adding to the original most amazing custom far below, are three new ones he brought as prizes to the Dallas Team Tourney.


Temple
I heard he laser etched the detailing into these tiles and columns. I hope he clarifies on this because it is pretty cool. I love how he paints HS figures to look like statues.

top view
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_temple_top34.jpg

side view
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_temple_side.jpg

statue detail
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_templeStatue_detail.jpg

column detail
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_templeColumns_detail.jpg


Castle Ruins
This was my personal favorite because it looks so realistic, yet is not so drastically changed as to not be seamlessly integral into the official game pieces. The castle tower would be an interesting perch for flying figures.

left 3/4 view
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_castleRuins34bjpg.jpg

right 3/4 view
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_castleRuins34.jpg

top view
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_castleRuins_top.jpg


Soulborg Refueling Station
Cool idea, I bet it acts as a interesting line of sight and movement blocker, except for those darn rats!

http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_soulborgRefuelingStation.jpg


Plane Wreck
The idea that the one wing is separate and can be integrated into your map differently every time is very cool to me. I love the realism of the torn up grass into sand and black charred earth underneath the plane, and a wheel somehow ended up next to a rock.

top view
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_planeWreck_top.jpg

left side
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_planeWreck_left.jpg

right side
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_planeWreck_right.jpg


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Below is the Sudema's Tomb prize he brought to the Columbus Tournament on Feb. 24. When he brought it in and set it down, a crowd of about 12 people stood around just marveling at the natural realism and attention to detail. There was a $100 cash prize at this tournament, but the winner choose this piece instead. There is no doubt that this is a true work of art easily worth over $100 in materials, time, skill, and aesthetics! CupidsArt is an amazing artist, and definitely proves he is worthy of his "Resident Artist" title here.

http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/SudemasTomb_side.jpg

There's even a dead human near his mouth! The dim orange light inside the tomb turns on and off and has 3 on modes: steady on, fast blinking, and slow pulse.
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/SudemasTomb_CU.jpg

It's as if some giant dog-like creature just died on a hillside trying to get into a cave hole that was just too small.
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/SudemasTomb_top.jpg

If only everyone could see the other customs I have seen in CupidsArt's house :shock:. Sudema's Tomb was the most elaborate and realistic piece I saw. I think everyone would enjoy if he would post pictures of his other work too, but I know he is working on more things now ;). It's hard to believe he gives this stuff away!

[Hex_Enduction_Hour]

Gosh, CA, that's an amazing slab of terrain. If it wasn't for the horns, I woulda guessed that's Grimnak's T-Rex's skeleton lying there with his last Chomped in his mouth.

Love the cave light! Sudema's either got a raging disco inside or...faulty wiring.

Bee-yoo-ti-ful work, CA.

[LilNewbie]

Awesome, CA!!! I'm glad you posted the pics, FR! Simply amazing.

I would have chosen that over the 100.00 also.

Newb.

[AgentX-127]

Oh my.
:jawdrop:
That is downright amazing!

[CupidsArt]

Thank You funrun and everyone for the kind words, and funrun you're right, I wouldn't have posted it.

I'll be bringing two more Terrain Prizes to TX. I hope that they impress as much as this one did, and maybe they can make it into this thread as well, ;)

[Jim's Things]

WOW :o


Jim

[Taelord]

:jawdrop:
That is the most amazing thing I have ever seen!!! Holy christ man, who would ever give that away. I would pay $100 dollars for that.

[noodles]

I would also have chosen that over the 100....no contest.

That was awesome and very impressive....it really makes me want to flock all my pieces but how to store all that stuff once you do it?

Really, really cool!

[django]

DANG CupidsArt! show that shizzy off that's badass!

[ZBeeblebrox]

:shock: :shock: Absolutely amazing CA!

Who in their right mind would ever turn down such a beautiful work of art over 100 bucks? That is one on e the coolest terrain items I have ever seen on this site.

<I’m speechless>

[Fallen Templar]

:jawdrop:

Bravo CA


~FT{Speechless}

[Supergeek]

That would look so sweet on some of Grishnak's terrain.
Nice work CA! :bowdown:

[skyknight]

All I can say is WOW!!! That is simply amazing Cupid.... I was sitting staring at it for minutes on end!!!!

[mrbistro]

Stunning. I love how you used your flocking materials to still make sure each hex is clearly defined. Well thought out.

[funrun]

I am glad people agree my thread title wasn't an overstatement :).

All I can say is WOW!!! That is simply amazing Cupid.... I was sitting staring at it for minutes on end!!!!I think the ability for a few photos to make people stare at this like they did in real life is proof how great it is. I would say it looks even a little more amazing in person.

[Tiberius]

Trust me the pictures dont even do it justice, I brought it home and I am still staring at it. I am going to be tearing down my maps I have built to make an undead horde scenario with it. I think it will be awesome. It will also go great with the marro hive stuff and swamp stuff coming out soon. I cant wait. Thanks CupidsArt, what all went into making it?

[yanks114kd]

All I can say is WOW!!! That is simply amazing Cupid.... I was sitting staring at it for minutes on end!!!!

I was there staring at it for like 10 minutes. Awesome work CA.

[TyG17]

I would also have chosen that over the 100....no contest.

That was awesome and very impressive....it really makes me want to flock all my pieces but how to store all that stuff once you do it?

Really, really cool!

I just stack and interlock the pieces when not in use. Plus the laquer that you use protects it as well. Follow Grishnak's Guide and everything will turn out great.

[teekay]

That is the most impressive looking piece of terrain I've seen so far! I'd like to second everyone else by saying, "WOW." :shock:

[johnny139]

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Any word that comes to mind is insufficient to express the beauty of this... it's hard to even call it Custom Terrain. It's art in it's highest form.

[CupidsArt]

Thanks CupidsArt, what all went into making it?

Wow, I wish I could remember. This piece has been around for a long time, I've tweeked it little by litte so much that there are probably a billion little things, but I know it did involve lots of time, Sculpey, several different paint jobs and 2 defferent flocks.

I will say that this piece was my baby for a long time so take care of it, :D

[Sea_Wolf64]

that is an amazing piece of work. I know the time and care it takes to create something with the attention to each little detail. Great work!!!

[Bixby]

Wow. Brilliant. Stunning. Amazing. Awe-inspiring... and a host of other decriptors. Well laid out and presented, it evokes a mood. Great piece.

Hey CA, Consider this a standing invitation to any of our events :)

Super work man, keep it up.

Funrun: Thanks for sharing! Glad you posted the pics!

[Onacara]

That terrain sucks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!




















Because I wasn't there to win it :( :( :( :( :( :( :(


Cupid you are the Michelangleo of HS.....thats because you are a master not because I think you are going to die from venereal disease :lol:

[funrun]

Oncara's post made me think it was time to update your title here Cupid :D.

[Fuzzie Fuzz]

OMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:jawdrop: :passout: :jawdrop: :passout: :jawdrop: :passout: :jawdrop: :passout: :jawdrop: :passout: :jawdrop: :passout: :jawdrop: :passout:
That is amazing...

[gofry]

WOW :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop:

[markwars]

LilNewb we HAVE to win the tourney. :shock:

[KaimasterJoe]

looks nice....but id take the $100 bucks. :twisted:

[HS ~ KNT]

O.o





Ooh... Shiny...


Gods CA, it's beautiful. (;

[deadeyedan42]

CA.........................that's not worth 100 bucks...............












































MORE LIKE 1000!

[Joah]

WOW. That is too cool.
Congrats Tiberius.

[chief]

that is awsome flat out awsome nice job

[Browncoat]

Yeah, this thing is awesome...I'm glad I got to see it in person. It really is an unbelievable piece. Great job, CupidsArt!

[No, David, No]

I was fortunate to see it first hand. CA your are very talented!

funrun:

If only everyone could see the other customs I have seen in CupidsArt's house. :shock: Sudema's Tomb was the most elaborate and realistic piece I saw. I think everyone would enjoy if he would post pictures of his other work too, but I know he is working on more things now. :wink: It's hard to believe he gives this stuff away!
Please post images of your other work. I would love to see it.

[mrbistro]

Yeah CA. It's not bragging if you show us your work. Heck, you're holding out on us if you don't! :)

[KevHead]

That is one slick piece of work! Kudos Cupid!

[NecroBlade]

You all need to move to Florida so I have a chance at winning one of these amazing things :cry:

[bad_calvin]

Very nice man. WOW, I need more freaking mastersets so I can make some of this stuff! Thanks for sharing! That is one awesome piece of work right there! :)

[Malechi]

Amazing. That has to be one of the nicest custom terrains I have seen! I want to know what the flashing light in the cave looks like! I imagine something like ...

http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h44/Malechi_HeroScape/stuff/sudemascrypt.gif

[CupidsArt]

Amazing. That has to be one of the nicest custom terrains I have seen! I want to know what the flashing light in the cave looks like! I imagine something like ...

http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h44/Malechi_HeroScape/stuff/sudemascrypt.gif

Nice work yourself there. You're close on the light, that is a beautiful anim., :D

[yagyuninja]

Real nice CA.

You know, this reminds me that you were modding the ninjas into the characters from samurai Champloo. You have pictures of those to show off? Can we make this a CupidsArt shows off thread? :)

[GeneralRolando]

:shock: :shock: Absolutely amazing CA!

Who in their right mind would ever turn down such a beautiful work of art over 100 bucks? That is one on e the coolest terrain items I have ever seen on this site.

<I’m speechless>

Honestly I would take the 100 bucks NOT BECAUSE I LIKE 100 BUCKS BETER but because I need money to make my coustoms. There is a train store that has all the materials to make things like that and im getting into it.......well now that I think about it, I would take it over 100 dolars because I would have already made 100 dolars with my summer job. :lol:

[dickflea]

Awesome work CA not forgetting funrun for letting the rest of us marvel at what we would have missed out otherwise.

Thanks guys....

[Menchy]

I'm tearing right now, simply amazing.

[Miniature Geek]

http://mgeisler.net/images/100-dollar-bill.png

Vs.

http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/SudemasTomb_side.jpg

Hmmm.... let me think...

Yeah I'm going to go with the amazing terrain piece. That right there proves to all those Miniatue Wargamming Eltist, heroscape terrain is just as awesome if you know what you're doing. And aparently CA doesn't only know what hes doing, he knows what he's doing and he enjoys doing it.

[TyrionXavier]

Not only is that one of the best custom terrains for any game I've ever seen, but it's inspired me to start making my own custom terrain.


Simply awesome.

[DarkDino]

DAMN!

I think it time for....... :banana: PEANUT BUTTER JELLY TIME!!!!

That's incredible. Think you can post a step by step Cupidsart? :wink:

[Skeletor]

man I wish I had the time or space to to stuff like this

Awesome work

[Grishnakh]

"Hey, yuse take picture of Grishnakh's home!"

Seriously nice work. I've been wanting to attempt an all inclusive, set piece like this myself for quite a while now but time constraints have kept me from doing it. I'm glad to see another talented terrain builder step up and experiment with these hexes. Out of curiosity, are you a current (or ex) Warhammer player? I've talked with a lot of terrain builders in that community and have utilized a lot of their techniques for the Heroscape hexes.

[CupidsArt]

"Hey, yuse take picture of Grishnakh's home!"

Seriously nice work. I've been wanting to attempt an all inclusive, set piece like this myself for quite a while now but time constraints have kept me from doing it. I'm glad to see another talented terrain builder step up and experiment with these hexes. Out of curiosity, are you a current (or ex) Warhammer player? I've talked with a lot of terrain builders in that community and have utilized a lot of their techniques for the Heroscape hexes.

No, this is my first miniature game. Before this I only played CCGs and Video Games, :?

That changed with HS, :D

[bad_calvin]

There are a lot of miniature games out there to pull influences from. Warhammer being arguably the largest and most well known. I am impressed with the cave it looks great and it just goes to show that some creativity can go a long way to enhance the games visuals. I am just thrilled to see more people making their own terrain pieces, and it shows also that Hasbro could put out a few obstacle box sets for us all to use. Not just trees but, chests, shrines, wells, rock formations, portals, fences, supply box stacks, etc. The list can go on. These things don't just add cover, they add to the visuals of the game which is part of it's charm.

[bluekitsune13]

What did you use for those big bones? Were they part of a miniature figure or were they custom made? It looks like something I'd want to try someday.

[CupidsArt]

What did you use for those big bones? Were they part of a miniature figure or were they custom made? It looks like something I'd want to try someday.

They are made from sculpey (sp), and I think anyone/everyone should try making their own terrain, trust me it's a blast, :D

[Malechi]

... I think anyone/everyone should try making their own terrain, trust me it's a blast


Oooow, Now there's an idea Custom terrain and Firecrackers!

:twisted:

The use of Firecrackers or any type of explosive material, including but not limited to excessive bodily methane excretions, is neither endorsed nor suggested for actual use with any HeroScape terrain.

[Tiberius]

Okay guys I set up a scenario where Sudema has stolen an item (artifact glyph) from Utgar that is used to call and control undead (shades and zombies) and for some reason werewolves for lack of a better unit. I will take some pictures and post them tonight or tomorrow for you guys to see the terrain piece in action. Jesse and I played a few games on it, and even though he kicked my butt with his airborne elite and microcorp agents, it was a ton of fun and really adds alot to the atmosphere of the game.

[ninthdoc]

OMG! I can't believe that I'm only seeing this for the first time! Oh, wait, yes I can, but it's still fracking awesome!

[robaula]

That is really awesome :shock: CA obviously puts in a lot of time, effort, and love into his custom making. The attention to detail in the piece is great - so much to look at! I can only dream of a battlefield filled with CA architecture... Any pictures of more? :D

[Tiberius]

Okay guys, here are the pictures I promised. Keep in mind this is the first time I am attempting to do anything with pictures online so please lend some advice if I messed up.

http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10301/normal_100_1522.JPG
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10301/normal_100_1523.JPG

http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10301/normal_100_1520.JPG
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10301/normal_100_1521.JPG

[Tiberius]

Okay, they are in now, all I have to do is figure out how to make them bigger!

[Cavalier]

Okay, they are in now, all I have to do is figure out how to make them bigger!
Tiberius, you linked to the thumbnail (preview) of your images.

here's what you want to use:
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10301/normal_100_1520.JPG
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10301/normal_100_1520.JPG


Or you could go with the full size images, but I think they are a bit large.
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10301/100_1520.JPG



http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10301/100_1520.JPG

[Tiberius]

Thanks Cavalier, this noob has been trained!

[ninthdoc]

Okay, they are in now, all I have to do is figure out how to make them bigger!

http://www.trekkelly.com/images/art/sculpture/viagra-pill-ohs-b.jpg

:shock:

[Onacara]

Okay, they are in now, all I have to do is figure out how to make them bigger!

http://www.trekkelly.com/images/art/sculpture/viagra-pill-ohs-b.jpg

:shock:

Damm...I thought they were nicknamed the Little blue miracle...who the heck are those for? Jotun? King Kong? Tommy Lee? Milton Berle?

[CupidsArt]

OMG! I can't believe that I'm only seeing this for the first time! Oh, wait, yes I can, but it's still fracking awesome!

Well I hope you feel the same about the stuff I've got for the Texas Team Tournament.





I just hope I made enough.

[funrun]

:bump:
I added tons of new photos for the 3, yes THREE, custom terrain pieces CupidsArt gave away at the Dallas Team tourney!

[TyG17]

Amazing work CA. You are going to have to give me hints and tips as to how you do what you do.

Ty G

[Hex_Enduction_Hour]

http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_templeStatue_detail.jpg
Castle Ruins
This was my personal favorite because it looks so realistic, yet is not so drastically changed as to not be seamlessly integral into the official game pieces. The castle tower would be an interesting perch for flying figures.
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_castleRuins34bjpg.jpg
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_castleRuins34.jpg


Whoah. CA, is there no end to your talent? The ruins are my favorite.

I can see the plane wreckage utilized visually for a neat-o scenario: Two armies vying for sensitive documents left in the wreckage. A General of Valhalla summoned the ace pilot to Vahalla to assist in the BoAT, but he (and his plane) did not survive the summoning.
When a figure is adjacent to the plane, roll the D20, on a 17 or higher, the plans have been located! Take them and run!



Awesome! The Anubians look positively howlin' in this picture! Sudema's Lair is great too, of course!
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10301/100_1520.JPG

[Sea_Wolf64]

CA that is some great work!!!!!! You will have to tell me what you used and how to laser etch

[heroscaper2.0]

Awesome work CA! Now, if you'd excuse me, I will be mulling over my ugly, no-good pieces of terrain... :)

[CupidsArt]

Thanks for getting the pics up Funrun!

Well some of my secrets I'm keeping for my self, but I have begun work on a tuturial for a custom terrain piece, as well as a painting tuturial, but first I have to finish work on a couple of other projects. ;)


I'm glad you guys like the work and I will say that after these projects I do believe that simplicity is better. The tower piece is my favorite, but probably took the most time to put together, :D


Again, thaks guys, :D

[Fuzzie Fuzz]

I like those castle ruins and the temple! The latter two seem a bit too... modern for my tastes.

[HS ~ KNT]

I.... I... I... C.A... I was going to sell my soul, but you are so awesome, it appears I have to just give it to you on a silver platter.

I LOVE the new stuff.

[ZBeeblebrox]

:jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop:


Those pieces are absolutely awesome CA! The realism is quite extraordinary. Darn, FANTASTIC job!

[Onacara]

CA.....I am hoping one of the projects you are working on is for me :-P



I can dream can't I?????????

[justjohn]

Those are amazing CA, I can't believe you put all of those ruins up at the prize table, that was really generous of you. The ruins are just incredibly well done.

[Annerios]

Those top prize winners got some amazing terrain to pick from at the tourney. Great stuff! I love the intricate details on the temple columns.

[skyknight]

OH my gosh those are great...I love that plane!!!! CA you truly have a gift brother!!!!!

[Tiberius]

I love those new ones, the temple and the plane are both awesome.

[Rÿchean]

Yes thanks CA!

I'm humbled to have this:

http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_temple_top34.jpg

along with Annerios' Snake Eyes, I am truly fortunate!

[demon_llama]

i was just saying out front (in the quick reply area) that maybe we should get some of our HS artists to do a custom battlefield for a special game at GenCon. GF9 creates them for the Clix games by wizkids (you should see the AVP field for this summers con's, all i can say is WOW).

maybe have a contest? people can submit a couple of pieces, say 3, before the end of may, and then let the online community vote during the month of June. the the top 3 pieces could be the center piece for 3 different custom fields for tourni winners, game designers and a couple of "lucky's" (drawn through random lott).

for that matter, just having some of them on display at the con would be awsome. i know i'll be looking for them when i'm there this year...

[CupidsArt]

i was just saying out front (in the quick reply area) that maybe we should get some of our HS artists to do a custom battlefield for a special game at GenCon. GF9 creates them for the Clix games by wizkids (you should see the AVP field for this summers con's, all i can say is WOW).

maybe have a contest? people can submit a couple of pieces, say 3, before the end of may, and then let the online community vote during the month of June. the the top 3 pieces could be the center piece for 3 different custom fields for tourni winners, game designers and a couple of "lucky's" (drawn through random lott).

for that matter, just having some of them on display at the con would be awsome. i know i'll be looking for them when i'm there this year...

That would be fun, I'd love to make a semi-big "---------- -----" for the Con that folks could play a few games on, :D

[Dennys]

Or even have all pieces in a single map, with players submitting all terrain for a total custom table (flocked, lava'ed, tundra'ed).

[demon_llama]

i think with 3 different tables, we could have more people getting to play on the wonderful sets. maybe the winner at each table could get "pick" of the customs at the table as prize? or they could be auctioned? internet silent auction maybe? i know i'd love to get my hands on that Einar Bridge...

[Taelord]

i was just saying out front (in the quick reply area) that maybe we should get some of our HS artists to do a custom battlefield for a special game at GenCon. GF9 creates them for the Clix games by wizkids (you should see the AVP field for this summers con's, all i can say is WOW).

maybe have a contest? people can submit a couple of pieces, say 3, before the end of may, and then let the online community vote during the month of June. the the top 3 pieces could be the center piece for 3 different custom fields for tourni winners, game designers and a couple of "lucky's" (drawn through random lott).

for that matter, just having some of them on display at the con would be awsome. i know i'll be looking for them when i'm there this year...
That would be pointless. CA would win hands down. :D

[Agent Minivann]

I love the ruined castle. That just begs for a portable ladder custom/house rule, so you can get your ranged units up there. Still it would be an awesome piece to have, along with all your stuff, CA!

[chief]

amazing truly amazing

[Doc_Savage]

All your terrain is a-maze-a-zing!

Wow. We have got to get it together here in SoCal.........

[Ch1can0]

Hi CupidsArt :)

I saw the first "dead beast custom" a while ago and thought, "wow, very nice crafted and cool looking". And now i´m checking again your thread and see that you made even more customs on such a high level, thank you so much for sharing the pictures, these are awesome! :bowdown:

Looking forward to see more of your creations! What about an Anubian pyramid/temple, sandstone/desertlike with some hieroglyphic decoration ? :)

[kenjib]

Wow that's the coolest HS stuff I've ever seen. I would love to see a full map made with Grishnak's terrain decorated with several of these set pieces. Man - how cool would that be?

[Miko_Kudou]

Wow those custom pieces are AMAZING! You inspire me CA, I've been wanting to try and use sculpty for making custom pieces. I have an idea for a modification of the Elf Bridge that Ch1can0 made.

Also, did you paint your sculpty? Or did you use some that was already colored the way you wanted? And if you DID paint it how/what did you use to go about it.

Thanks and keep up the AWESOME work!!

:up: :up: :up:

[HSisforcoolkids]

Wow that's the coolest HS stuff I've ever seen. I would love to see a full map made with Grishnak's terrain decorated with several of these set pieces. Man - how cool would that be?

Very to extremely.

[CupidsArt]

Not trying to toot my own horn ( the title kinda' makes me blush :oops: ), but I figured this was a good a place as any to post my newest creation, ;)

I call it Broken Warehouse.

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s36/cupidsart/oldwarehouse2.jpg

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s36/cupidsart/oldwarehouse3.jpg

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s36/cupidsart/oldwarehouse.jpg

I hope I got the lighting creepy enough, :D

[Annerios]

I figured this was a good a place as any to post my newest creation, ;)

I call it Broken Warehouse.

Very nice. Where are the building parts from? A railroad model?

[CupidsArt]

I figured this was a good a place as any to post my newest creation, ;)

I call it Broken Warehouse.

Very nice. Where are the building parts from? A railroad model?

No, I set the pieces up in Corel and cut them out on a lazer engraver (PVC). From that point, it's just glue and paint (kinda' like a model car), :D


I'm going to try and use nothing but my own set ups.

[NecroBlade]

Wow, that warehouse looks like it would be a blast to play with!

[Uprising]

That's gorgeous CA. The wood planks are positioned perfectly man.

[Doc_Savage]

The modern building is AWESOME!!!!

And you layout and design all the parts. WOW!

[InfinityMax]

That's amazing. Very cool to create all that yourself. Gives me some ideas how I could exploit you...

[chief]

damn you really have some talent CA

[CupidsArt]

That's amazing. Very cool to create all that yourself. Gives me some ideas how I could exploit you...

....I wouldn't know how I could help you. You say this like I've been doing artwork for you or something, :screwy: :D

[Onacara]

It's hard to tell from the pics how good these are so to be compeltely fair I request Cupid that you send me all of your custom terain pieces so I may accurately evaluate them....of course not only will the in person inspection help in my comments but the years and years of game play and enjoyment they may or may not bring will also be factored into the equation. Thank you in advance for your cooperation as i want to be fair to the community.











Did it work??? :wink:

[DFlynSqrl]

Looks fantastic CA! Awesome job on the painting too.

[ZBeeblebrox]

:shock: :shock:

Another Awesome Terrain Piece!

Fantastic job once again CA!

:toast:

[WestonWyse]

No, I set the pieces up in Corel and cut them out on a lazer engraver (PVC). From that point, it's just glue and paint (kinda' like a model car), :D

I'd assume that this particular tool is borrowed from work or school, but in the off chance it isn't, how much would something like that set you back?

[CupidsArt]

No, I set the pieces up in Corel and cut them out on a lazer engraver (PVC). From that point, it's just glue and paint (kinda' like a model car), :D

I'd assume that this particular tool is borrowed from work or school, but in the off chance it isn't, how much would something like that set you back?

A good USED lazer engraver with a 18"x24" bed will run you around $12,000 to $15,000. A Really nice NEW one can run you up to $30,000, :?

I'm in the motions to buy the one I used for this project from the company I work for at $5,000, :shock:

It is an investment but the buy also comes with a lifetime labor warranty (meaning a guy will come and fix things for free, the parts aren't free but the work is, lol)

There are a few small-bed models in the works from a few companies (12"x12") that aren't on the market yet that will run you around $6,000. Of course the dpi quality drops just as much as the price.


Smiles,
CA

[Bloodthorn]

CA, you never cease to amaze me with your customs!

Maybe some day when I grow up I can be 1/2 as cool as you! (LOL)

[CupidsArt]

CA, you never cease to amaze me with your customs!

Maybe some day when I grow up I can be 1/2 as cool as you! (LOL)


DUDE! You made your 42nd post in my thread! That makes you cool in my book, 8)

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s36/cupidsart/Bloodthorn42.jpg

[Onacara]

Cupid..I am sure you could off-set the cost of that machine by selling to folks like me sheets of brick wall materials etc (nudge nudge wink wink know what I mean say no more)

[InfinityMax]

I was thinking the same thing, Onacara. CA, if you could produce stuff this wicked, say, once a day (assuming you work 8 hours on each one), and eBay them, you could quit your job.

Or you could just make a couple a month and bring in extra scratch. I mean, you could be the undisputed king of custom terrain. You could make terrain for other games, too - just ruined buildings, or monster lairs, or demon summoning chambers, or rune-scribed obelisks, or.. well, hell, the sky's the limit.

[skyknight]

Well I am glad to see I am still in your limits IMax but to be honest I am in a very meaningful relationship as is right now...sorry Hoss :lol:

[CupidsArt]

Well I am glad to see I am still in your limits IMax but to be honest I am in a very meaningful relationship as is right now...sorry Hoss :lol:


:rofl:




@Imax

That is the eventual goal I'm trying to set for myself (not doing terrain only but making it a part of my freelance). Most of these pieces are made for experimentation. I want to be able to make a set of kits that folks can order and do there own terrain and do it at a price that makes me a little scratch but won't kill a person's wallet. :D

I've been trying to study more games out there so I can get a better idea of what folks want as well.

I made the warehouse in about 5 hours (excluding the time it took me to build it in Corel 30 min, and the time on the Lazer about 37 min) to build start to finish. I figure once I actually get used to making custom or wargame terrain I may get a little faster at it.

Example: The first time I made "Illwing Temple" (the temple piece from the TX tourny), it took me about 6 hours of work. I'm working on a new one now and so far (almost done) it's only set me back a Hour - Hour and a half minuse the time on the lazer.

I think I like making the terrain more than I do making custom figures, :shock: , I'm still making custom figures though and wait until I unvail my "Primo" custom, (which in case nobody knows, is a nod to "Doctor Solar") I'm kinda' proud of it. It'll be my first complete green-stuff sculpt that I share on the site. At 7 inches tall, it's a lot of Green-Stuff to boot.

[markwars]

Once more you've managed to blow everyone else out of the water. You are a giant among men. ;)

[insomnimaniac]

I'd like to put myself on the waiting list for one of those buildings.
What is your estimated charge for one?

Thanks for all your customs that you have provided the community. Great work.

[CupidsArt]

I'd like to put myself on the waiting list for one of those buildings.
What is your estimated charge for one?

Thanks for all your customs that you have provided the community. Great work.

Check out the trade thread on page 38 for costs, ;)

[insomnimaniac]

I'd like to put myself on the waiting list for one of those buildings.
What is your estimated charge for one?

Thanks for all your customs that you have provided the community. Great work.

Check out the trade thread on page 38 for costs, ;)

I was like "Oh boy, he is sending me off to a different thread." While on my way, I was thinking this was going to be expensive. come to find out, the prices are actually what I'd pay at most. <--- I'm strapped for $, just so you know that I'm not a cheap son of a b...... :D

Good work. Now this latest torn down building, is that considered, small? :pray: Does it come with the ladder, wood planks (ceiling, door way) and is that on a flocked hex piece?

[Lyricoz]

Just.......................... WOW :passout:

Amazing!

[WestonWyse]

Good work. Now this latest torn down building, is that considered, small? :pray:

I'd doubt it. That looks like it's a lot closer to a 24-hex piece than a 7.

[CupidsArt]

Good work. Now this latest torn down building, is that considered, small? :pray:

I'd doubt it. That looks like it's a lot closer to a 24-hex piece than a 7.

Yeah WW is right, it would be in the "Large/Detailed" category, :P

[Onacara]

Good work. Now this latest torn down building, is that considered, small? :pray:

I'd doubt it. That looks like it's a lot closer to a 24-hex piece than a 7.

Yeah WW is right, it would be in the "Large/Detailed" category, :P


Still cheap compared to what the big manufacturer's charge....I however am getting all of mine for free so i can give my honest opinions online...Right Cupid????????? :wink:

[insomnimaniac]

Good work. Now this latest torn down building, is that considered, small? :pray:

I'd doubt it. That looks like it's a lot closer to a 24-hex piece than a 7.

Yeah WW is right, it would be in the "Large/Detailed" category, :P


Still cheap compared to what the big manufacturer's charge....I however am getting all of mine for free so i can give my honest opinions online...Right Cupid????????? :wink:

WestonWyse, I know that it isn't small, the :pray: was supposed to show that. :wink:

Onacara, I'd like to see a portfolio of your previous review work. haha

[Onacara]

Good work. Now this latest torn down building, is that considered, small? :pray:

I'd doubt it. That looks like it's a lot closer to a 24-hex piece than a 7.

Yeah WW is right, it would be in the "Large/Detailed" category, :P


Still cheap compared to what the big manufacturer's charge....I however am getting all of mine for free so i can give my honest opinions online...Right Cupid????????? :wink:

WestonWyse, I know that it isn't small, the :pray: was supposed to show that. :wink:

Onacara, I'd like to see a portfolio of your previous review work. haha


Did you not read my rave reviews of a particular bridge builders frame making skills? :wink:

[insomnimaniac]

Good work. Now this latest torn down building, is that considered, small? :pray:

I'd doubt it. That looks like it's a lot closer to a 24-hex piece than a 7.

Yeah WW is right, it would be in the "Large/Detailed" category, :P


Still cheap compared to what the big manufacturer's charge....I however am getting all of mine for free so i can give my honest opinions online...Right Cupid????????? :wink:

WestonWyse, I know that it isn't small, the :pray: was supposed to show that. :wink:

Onacara, I'd like to see a portfolio of your previous review work. haha


Did you not read my rave reviews of a particular bridge builders frame making skills? :wink:

When we traded in PM or in a thread somewhere on here?
How is that project coming by the way?

[Cale]

just wanted to keep this one alive... great stuff CA

[Tiberius]

We used the Sudema's tomb custom piece pictured a few times earlier in this thread on our finals map at the Western Pa tournament this past weekend. When I get some pictures back from that I will be posting them in that thread so everyone can check it out. It was a great addition to the tournament. It is definately getting used CA!

[JESUSFREAK]

WOW! There's only one problem with those customs: They look too stinkin' good to be on normal heroscape terrain!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Glen_Quagmire69]

Wow these are absolutely amazing!

[Rocktroll]

Jesusfreak you been digging into the archives I see !!

Good find, I had not seen these in a loooooong time, really sweet terrain prizes