ChefBZD's foam Master Chief WIP (pic heavy)

[Mstruvmgc]

Your foam work looks amazing. Every time I try to do a foam build I can never make good cuts. always jaggedy ulgy messes, even with a xacto. Can't wait to see the undersuit

Take your time when doing the cuts. and make sure you have a sharp blade. just because its an x-acto doesnt mean its sharp.
What i did is went to walmart and bought a knife sharpener from the kitchen area and i use that to sharpen my blades every few pieces. maybe try that or try swapping out blades when you start to get the jagged cuts.

 

[AI Blue Fox]

Yeah I'll try that. Thanks.What kinda technique do you use for getting the different shades of green and weathering?

 

[BMP Props]

Yeah I'll try that. Thanks.What kinda technique do you use for getting the different shades of green and weathering?

I sharpen my xacto blades with aluminum foil, fold over a few sheets and run the blades through them a few times. I still change blades pretty often though. The foam on the undersuit is a textured yoga mat. The painting process is tricky, I don't know if there's actually a method namefor it, but I painted the whole thing forest green and then misted it gently with camo olive drab green.
Anyhoo...here's some more progress on the undersuit.

 

[Mstruvmgc]

Wow that looks righteous! How did you go about attaching it on the shirt?

 

[Zoogami Snowfox]

Looks wicked man.
Are you going to do the spine too?

I am guessing it is all hot glued onto the shirt?

 

[BMP Props]

Its all glued on to start, then I stitch it in small sections to allow for stretching. Thanks guys!

 

[WandererTJ]

Its all glued on to start, then I stitch it in small sections to allow for stretching. Thanks guys!

Definitely a smart approach!

 

[AI Blue Fox]

I may just steal that tactic. Been trying to figure out how to do an undersuit. Good work, can't wait to see more.

 

[BMP Props]

I may just steal that tactic. Been trying to figure out how to do an undersuit. Good work, can't wait to see more.

Hey, I'm always looking for ways to do things on the cheap! Get yourself a yoga mat at tj maxx or marshalls or one of those clearance type stores. I will recommend that you get the kind with the carpeted backside, most of them are just straight up foam, but this one has a thin fibris backing which really grips the glue and also protects the pieces from tearing. This type of mat is more expensive ($20 vs $10 for the non carpeted type) but I think its totally worth it. I also coated the pieces with acrylic sealer after plasti dipping to prevent them from scratching against my armor...

 

[BMP Props]

Weathered the undersuit, added a matte clear coat finish, and stitched everything together. Also started painting the AR...

 

[BMP Props]

That's all for now! I might still do some work on the upper thigh areas, but SuperCon is tomorrow so this will have to do!

 

[SavedbyGraceG12]

Was curious, does the yoga mat come with the honey comb pattern?

 

[BMP Props]

Yes, its the only one I found like that though, it was in the clearance rack at TJ Maxx

 

[Mstruvmgc]

Looks epic man, have fun at the con

 

[BMP Props]

 

[Tom117]

Master Chef haha! I think foam builds have a far better result if done right, they just always look more "full", really awesome build!

 

[rainbow dash]

Looks great! The undersuit just adds the right look to your armor. Love it! May I asked what paint you used for the armor?

 

[Mstruvmgc]

Looks like you had lots of fun buddy

 

[Dox]

Hey man, inspiring build! Would you mind sharing which files you used for your shins and thighs? You've inspired me to start my own Chief!

 

[BMP Props]

Here's an awesome shot of me in my Chief armor at Ultracon by Templar Digital.