This is my first build. I've constructed the helmet (except for some additional detailing I'm in the process of doing), but something just doesn't look right about the finish. I added some weathering which helped out a lot, but whenever I (or anyone else) looks at the helmet, it just doesn't look....real. I guess I'm looking for some advice on how to make it look more like a real helmet and less like a craft project.
Note:ignore the visor, it's temporary until the correct one arrives.
I've been building models and painting miniatures for years. One technique I like to do to make the details "pop out" is to apply a dark wash over the mini. The wash will sink into the crevices and recesses of the figure and really gives it a better appearance of depth. I've never worked on something at a 1:1 scale and I don't think the same techniques I use on my minis will translate well to this.
Anyways, in summary; Can someone give me ideas, suggestions, or make any comments that could help me get this helmet looking more real and less like a costume?
Note:ignore the visor, it's temporary until the correct one arrives.
I've been building models and painting miniatures for years. One technique I like to do to make the details "pop out" is to apply a dark wash over the mini. The wash will sink into the crevices and recesses of the figure and really gives it a better appearance of depth. I've never worked on something at a 1:1 scale and I don't think the same techniques I use on my minis will translate well to this.
Anyways, in summary; Can someone give me ideas, suggestions, or make any comments that could help me get this helmet looking more real and less like a costume?