Archinto's Dinosaur Art & Sculptures

[Derek.McManus]

Very impressive modelling!

[Tyto_Theropod]

As usual I'm wowed by these sculpts. It must have taken some serious skill to get the Diatryma to balance on the one foot!

[Newt]

You're putting too much work into this to let a faulty toe stand in the way. Lop it off!

Writers are told they must "kill their darlings." Visual artists must do something similar. I feel your pain, believe me, but you'll be happier in the end without that minor flaw nagging at you when the sculpture is done.

[Archinto]

Yeah... I think some pliers to toe pinching is in store for the diatryma after the weekend.... Im going to make sure my research materials match more current skeletals before I fix the feet. I might have to just clip that wire out that supports that outer toe. I think I'll be able to fix it with minor work. I may also file down the leg scales so I can redo them as well and make them more defined. the magic sculpt is definitely less forgiving than the super sculpey and has a bit of spring-back. Albeit a slow going project, Id like it to be accurate to the rendition Ive chosen to make it. Im more or less just slightly upset that I have to go back and didnt do it right the first time LOLOL Oh well, itll be an easy fix. Just gotta pay closer attention next time is all I think itll stand up awesomely once I get the other foot built. Right now the weight is off and it falls backwards. Going to change though.... Interesting project to say the least... Im a lot more in touch with building dinosaurs and permian creatures than terror birds. Still great practice!

[stargatedalek]

You can always save the toe and attach it to the other foot

[Archinto]

Been a while since I made an update. I've been in a little bit of a rut lately sculpting (I'm also working on a customers maritime painting), but recently made more progress on the Titanophoneus. I decided to give it some mammalian features on its face, and making the skin look more wrinkly and mammal like vs reptilian. I may put a few whiskers on his muzzle once its all finished. Once I get the detailing done on the legs Ill add the toes and bake it before building the tail and the fourth leg.

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

[Darcisan]

Oh wow your stuff is amazing!!! 

[Papi-Anon]

What type of clay is it you use? I like that it holds detail very well.

[Archinto]

I use standerd Super Sculpey for the body, and Super Sculpey Firm (gray clay) for the legs feet and extremities. The armatures are made of galvanized mechanics wire, stainless steel lock wire and aluminum foil.

[Archinto]

More progress on the Titanophoneus! Its so close to being finished, just need to bend an armature for the remaining limb and sculpt, then on to paint! I'm leaning to a more mammalian look for this guy, so any suggestions on colors are welcome

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens WIP by Archinto, on Flickr

[RobinGoodfellow]

Extremely beautiful figure. Great work as usual. 

[Blade-of-the-Moon]

Perhaps something like an African Wild Dog or a Maned Wolf?

[EarthboundEiniosaurus]

Maybe black markings around the eyes like that of a cheetah or puma? No ideas about the body however...

Thanks,

EarthboundEiniosaurus

[Derek.McManus]

Excellent sculpture the wrinkles on the back are wonderfully subtle and the dentition is impressive. I like how you have posed the creature in a dynamic fashion without going over the top...well done!

[earth108]

These are really beautiful sculpts. The wrinkles on the skin and inner mouth details of Titanophoneus are nicely done.
It's good to see those nice teeth. I never succeed to sculpt the sculpey in a nice teeth shape as yours.

[Reptilia]

Your sculpture is Amazing! Can't wait to see it finished. Would absolutely buy a PVC figure of a Permian beast with such a nice sculpted detail.

[Archinto]

Thank you for all the kind comments everyone! I started playing with colors and ended up with whats seen here. I present my finished 1:10 scale Titanophoneus potens!

I'll probably enjoy this for a few days before deciding to sell him. I've kindof changed my mind on the diorama idea, so this fella will be a stand alone figure.

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

Titanophoneus potens by Archinto, on Flickr

[Ezikot]

what a gorgeous figure!
I really hope you're going to cast your creations in a next future.

[Reptilia]

Are you going to sell this piece of art?! If I were able to make such things I would never ever sell the original.

[Fenestra]

That turned out fantastic.
The colours sure suit that beast! Good choice.