Custom Action Figure News - Episode #58: DS CUSTOMS

Custom Action Figure News was joined by Darth Streams aka DS Customs and really enjoyed talking about his great custom figures. In addition CAFN really delved into the process of making your own custom cardbacks with removable bubbles from both a materials and hardware perspective, as well as the photo-editing work. Stay tuned as CAFN showcases some of Bill's great PSD templates and all the places he gets his materials from.

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Here is a link to the materials and supplies used to create custom cardbacks:
http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=8766.msg164601#msg164601

If you haven't seen the brand new and improved CAFN Page yet, be sure to give it a look.

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
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 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

Custom Action Figure News - Episode #57: Customizer Roundtable (Custom Commissions)

Lucasclones and Tamer were joined by a very esteemed panel of custom action figure artists to talk about the very controversial subject of commissioning a custom action figure project. Just what is a fair price on a custom action figure or vehicle? Custom Action Figure News aimed to cover this entire process from start to finish, including both the commissioner and the commissionee perspective. CAFN would like to thank Luke Sprywalker, Darth Daddy, and Ratfink's Customs for giving CAFN some time to talk about this.

If you haven't seen the brand new and improved CAFN Page yet, be sure to give it a look.

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net




 

CAFN - Episode 54: Custom Action Figure News interviews Chad Crafts

CAFN: Episode 54 - Chad Crafts (C130IM)




Chad Crafts (C130IM) gave two hours of his time to talk with Lucasclones and Tamer about his custom work and the art of scratch-building.

If you haven't seen the brand new and improved CAFN Page yet, be sure to give it a look.

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net




 

CAFN does a special podcast with Frank Diorio...

Frank Diorio is well known to customizing fans across the world and definitely a well known guest on CAFN. Chad and Tamer were looking for a reason to podcast and used this special podcast episode with Diorama Workshop.com to announce a few things that we think all will like to hear. It was great fun to hear Frank talk about his experiences at Celebration 6. Don't worry, Custom Action Figure News is gearing up for a new season. And if you would like to be on send them an email!

Frank Diorio has picked the top five choices for dioramas that he has never produced before (notice that two of them are not SW!) and now it is time vote to win one of those dioramas built by Frank Diorio himself. Please click this link to see how to vote and make sure you do so only once or you will invalidate your entry and you will have no chance to win one of 31 prizes being dolled out in this 1st Anniversary of Diorama Workshop.com Contest!

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

CAFN - Episode 53: Tankster Innovations - Part 2

CAFN: Episode 53 - Tankster Innovations Part 2

Last night Lucasclones and Tamer interviewed Daniel Barnes aka Tankster Innovations in their second installment of their interview with the super talented customizer.  Be sure to have a listen!

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

CAFN: Episode 52 - Darksider80 of Korriban Customs

CAFN: Episode 52 - Darksider80 of Korriban Customs

CAFN had an absolute blast last night talking with Darksider80 of Korriban Customs. They covered quite a few customizing techniques from accessorizing your figures with soft goods to the types of JOE and SW Parts that mesh well. And they even covered some of the recipes and back stories behind some of Darksider80's awesome work.

We're a big fan of this newcomer to the customizing community!  We are lucky enough to have one of his figures in our own collection.  Be sure to listen.  This artist is noteworthy and this interview shouldn't be missed.

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

CAFN: Episode 50 - Sith_fire30

CAFN: Episode 50 - Sith_fire30

CAFN reached a milestone when they brought back Dayton Allen aka Sith_fire30 for their 50th episode.  This was a great interview where Dayton shared some great new molding and casting products that he has discovered and shared with our hosts details on his work on the Alien action figure line that he has been working on as well as how his Star Wars custom action figure creations have been progressing along.  Sith_fire30 is still the best Star Wars customizer that we've ever seen.  Check out his awesome blog and listen to this podcast where we all get to hear from the customizer that the community truly admires. Dad's slideshow of Sith_fire30's work is still one of our most popular videos.  We definitely recommend giving it a look.

If you haven't seen the brand new and improved CAFN Page yet, be sure to give it a look.

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

"SMUGGLER'S GAMBIT" CUSTOM ACTION FIGURE CONTEST

CAFN: Episode 48 - Black Lights!

CAFN: Episode 48 - Black Lights!


Well CAFN planned on having a lighting roundtable and while they apologize for that not happening, they were able to discuss a few interesting UV and glow paint techniques thanks to Clonehead. Of course they had to unload about the new 6-inch line announced by Hasbro.  CAFN wants to thank Clonehead, Luke Sprywalker, and later SpookyMufu for checking in to give us their views on this new announcement. And stay tuned folks, CAFN is not giving up on bringing you a dedicated podcast on how to light up your stuff!

If you haven't seen the brand new and improved CAFN Page yet, be sure to give it a look.

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

CAFN: Bonus Episode with Tankster of Tankster Innovations

CAFN: BONUS EPISODE




Nom Anor
by Tankster

Join Lucasclones as he talks with Tankster of Tankster Innovations.  Tankster is proficient in all the skills that a customizer strives to master. He's creative and also a super talented craftsman with an incredibly exceptional painting technique.  He has one of the coolest custom action figure blogs out there.  In this episode he talks vehicle creation.

Click the link below to check out Tankster's blog:

http://tankstercustoms.blogspot.com/

If you haven't seen the brand new and improved CAFN Page yet, be sure to give it a look.

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

CAFN: Episode 47 - Ron Hembling of HemblesCreations

CAFN: Episode 47

Join Lucasclones and Tamer as they have Ron Hembling aka Hemble of HemblesCreations. Ron gives us his list of needed tools and supplies to start you on your diorama journey. He also shares quite a few tips and techniques as well as which environments might be better suited to the beginner. If you haven't seen the brand new and improved CAFN Page yet, be sure to give it a look.

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

CAFN: Episode 46 - 2012: The Action Figure Year In Review

CAFN: Episode 46

Join Lucasclones and Tamer as they have their first ever "Top Ten Figures of the Year Show".  Lucasclones, Zedhatch, Tamer, and Clonehead talk about the figures they thought were worthy. Dad was really honored and completely shocked when Lucasclones said that Dad's Mother Talzin was his favorite custom action figure from 2012.  It was even cooler when CAFN mentioned me as an up and coming artist! If you haven't seen the brand new and improved CAFN Page yet, be sure to give it a look.

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

MOTHER TALZIN
created by Darth Daddy

CAFN Episode 38 - Celebration VI Wrap-Up

 CAFN Episode 38 - C6 Wrap-Up

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

CAFN Episode 33: Tankster Innovations Interview

CAFN Episode 33

Another great interview with another super talented customizer.  Listen to this interview with Tankster Innovations.  He gives a super cool customizing tip on how you can use a hot glue gun to create some really impressive fire effects.  Check out the links below to see his work (I recommend his Joe albums on Facebook!)

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tankster-Innovations/134262863348152

http://tankstercustoms.blogspot.com/

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 
 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

CAFN: Episode 32 - Roundtable - State of Collecting

CAFN Episode 32

Dad missed taking part in this episode due to unforseen circumstances. In this roundtable Custom Action Figure News tried to stay positive as they discussed the dismal state of collecting right now and the distribution issues that seem to be the root of it all. Is collecting a dying hobby? Find out as they delve into it with former guests Luke Sprywalker and Wraithnine as well as, newcomer and admin of Jedi Temple Archives, Paul Harrison. Listen as they offer their opinions, theories and conspiracies on the state of collecting today. (download)

On another note tech issues struck in the form of an echo due to the live broadcast. Good news is they discovered the issue and will have that resolved for next show. Live feature is not going anywhere.

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast: 
 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net

CAFN: Episode 31 - Michael Norman and The Blanx Customizable Action Figure

CAFN: Episode 31

Custom Action Figure News were finally able to talk with Mr. Michael Norman, creator of the blanx action figure and http://www.gonativetoys.com. Below are the links to all of the different parts of his site they discussed.

How to get a Blanx:
http://www.gonativetoys.com/store.html

Vote for the next Blanx sculpt! (psst vote for the female):
http://www.gonativetoys.com/gntpoll1.php

How to contact Michael at gonativetoys:
info@gonativetoys.com

How to enter the Blanx action figure custom contest:
http://www.gonativetoys.com/contest1.html

Michael's sculpting and prototyping work:
http://www.mnorman818.com/

 

Go here to listen to the Custom Action
Figure News podcast:

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/cafnpage.html

If there is anything you would like them to feature on a future podcast be sure to let them know at:

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

tamer@imperialshipyards.net