Pop Sculpture: How to Create Action Figures and Collectible Statues

Author: Tim BrucknerBrand: Watson-GuptillColor: MulticolorEdition: 2010 1st Prtg StatedBinding: PaperbackNumber Of Pages: 272Release Date: 19-10-2010Part Number: 9780823095223Details: Sculpt toys and collectibles with modern-day tools, techniques and applications used by today’s top industry professionals Ever since a 12-inch G.I. Joe took toy soldiers to a whole new level by giving them the ability to pose via moveable parts, as well as interchangeable clothing and accessories, the business of creating pop sculpture icons for the mass market was off and running. Superheroes came next, followed by TV show and movie characters, most notably those from Star Wars. Today, action figures exist for sports stars, rock stars, even presidents. With today’s blockbuster success of animated films, action figures and collectibles have become a behemoth industry—with a growing need for skilled artists who can bring these characters to life. So how do you get started? The trio of veteran industry