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Recently I'm asked often to teach people how to make BJDs. So I decided to put all the info in one place so I could give only one link.
BJD (Ball-jointed doll) is a complex creation that consists of many parts and is strung with elastic. The joints are based on the balls (spheres) mostly or on their modifications. Good BJD in my opinion is not only properly stylized but also has a well thought-out jointing system that allows to hold a wide range of poses. Every type of joint serves a certain purpose.
BJD construction requires a lot of research: trial and error or usage of free knowledge from the open sources. So here the links list goes:
* Aimi-doll, a very good tutorial in Japanese: making a BJD from the scratch. www.aimi-doll.com/howto/
Many artists started from there, me included. I use this method of sculpting the head while making realistic BJD heads that have a real or 3D prototype.
You may use Google translate to understand the text but the pictures are pretty self-explanatory.
* The Joint - a forum for BJD artists. www.denofangels.com/joints/for…
Lots of info here. And you can always ask for advice there, to put the progress pics for critique, etc.
* Twigling's research on the jointing system, the most thorough source on the matter I know. www.twigling.com/zen-and-the-a…
With these three sources you may start already.
Also I created some BJD-related tutorials:
Joints making: scargeear.deviantart.com/art/M…
Brushes for makeup: scargeear.deviantart.com/art/B…
Teeth painting: scargeear.deviantart.com/art/P…
Custom eyes making: scargeear.deviantart.com/art/M…
Wig making: scargeear.deviantart.com/art/T…
* Some notes on the material.
You may choose any material for BJD prototype making, even plasticine, but if you want to make a playable BJD it should be durable enough. It could be baking clays like Sculpey, epoxy putties like Apoxie Sculpt or Milliput, or polyurethane resin. Nobody can tell you which medium is better because the matter is highly subjective and depends on your style of work. I can't stand baking clays but love Apoxie to bits. Other people's experience could be the opposite. And there is no right or wrong!
BJD (Ball-jointed doll) is a complex creation that consists of many parts and is strung with elastic. The joints are based on the balls (spheres) mostly or on their modifications. Good BJD in my opinion is not only properly stylized but also has a well thought-out jointing system that allows to hold a wide range of poses. Every type of joint serves a certain purpose.
BJD construction requires a lot of research: trial and error or usage of free knowledge from the open sources. So here the links list goes:
* Aimi-doll, a very good tutorial in Japanese: making a BJD from the scratch. www.aimi-doll.com/howto/
Many artists started from there, me included. I use this method of sculpting the head while making realistic BJD heads that have a real or 3D prototype.
You may use Google translate to understand the text but the pictures are pretty self-explanatory.
* The Joint - a forum for BJD artists. www.denofangels.com/joints/for…
Lots of info here. And you can always ask for advice there, to put the progress pics for critique, etc.
* Twigling's research on the jointing system, the most thorough source on the matter I know. www.twigling.com/zen-and-the-a…
With these three sources you may start already.
Also I created some BJD-related tutorials:
Joints making: scargeear.deviantart.com/art/M…
Brushes for makeup: scargeear.deviantart.com/art/B…
Teeth painting: scargeear.deviantart.com/art/P…
Custom eyes making: scargeear.deviantart.com/art/M…
Wig making: scargeear.deviantart.com/art/T…
* Some notes on the material.
You may choose any material for BJD prototype making, even plasticine, but if you want to make a playable BJD it should be durable enough. It could be baking clays like Sculpey, epoxy putties like Apoxie Sculpt or Milliput, or polyurethane resin. Nobody can tell you which medium is better because the matter is highly subjective and depends on your style of work. I can't stand baking clays but love Apoxie to bits. Other people's experience could be the opposite. And there is no right or wrong!
Launching Patreon
After much thought I decided to open the account on Patreon. I'll be sharing photos, videos and stuff with a lots of how-tos, tips & tricks and behind-the-scenes materials there. My Patreon is 2 months old and already has a plenty of unique stuff.
Thomas and Natalie preorder
Thomas & Natalie preorder is officially opened!
Special price is $145, also tan and fantasy skintones are available!
You can purchase your head on Etsy.
Preorder ends on October 15th.
Preorder period for Khitrula Fox, Raccoon Smuzhka
Preorder period for Khitrula Fox and Raccoon Smuzhka is officially opened on JPopDolls.net!
http://www.jpopdolls.net/store/Whispering-Grass/
The price for each animal is 285 USD.
It comes nude, with faceup and body blushing, and with random 10 mm glass eyes.
Preorder ends on October 20th.
Thomas v. 2.0 preorder is opened!
The head is sculpted by me and will be casted at DollShe craft.
Head circumference: 21,5 cm
Neck circumference: 10-11 cm
Suitable bodies: 65-70 cm
Eye size: 8-10 mm, low dome with small iris recommended.
Prices: $145 for main skintones, faceup order is also possible for an additional fee.
Preorder will end on May 15th.
More details on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/214795414/bjd-thomas-head-v2
or on my site: http://wgrass.org/index.php
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Guys, I need 3d mode for BJD doll for printing with my 3D printer, from a sketch. Can somebody help me with information? Thank you to all!!!