CAFN Episode 34: Sillof Innovations Interview

CAFN Episode 34

CAFN had a blast talking with Jamie of Sillof's custom's. Sillof is a guy who loves the hobby and has had a great deal of experience in it. He has been working on figures since the 90's!  He will be leading a customizing panel at Celebration VI with Sith_fire30 and Luke Sprywalker.  I'd love to be a fly on the wall for that one!

Listen up and get all the details.

You can see custom action figures created by Sillof here:

http://www.sillof.com/

We also recommend checking out his "Toy Wars" film series where he brings his action figures and dioramas to life at this link here:

http://www.sillof.com/Toywars.htm

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

CAFN - Episode 30: Marauders gunrunners, toy talk and foreshadowing whats to come

CAFN Episode 30

Custom Action Figure News  was supposed to talk with Michael Norman of Blanx action figure fame but he got tied up. They are working to reschedule him and will have him for you soon.  Until then enjoy (if you can) the ramblings of Chad and Shawn ... We know we always do...

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 interviews Frank Diorio

CAFN interviews Frank Diorio

Frank Diorio is a well known commodity as it comes to customizing and especially diorama building. His Niub Niub's Universe was a host for thousands of free printables that allowed many of us to build our own playsets for our figures, beasties, and vehicles. Frank is definitely back with a great new website called www.dioramaworkshop.com and he was kind enough to give CAFN a few minutes to talk about his upcoming Diorama Workshop he will be hosting at C6. Be sure to give this link a look please to see how you can help Frank make C6 even better!

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 29 - Diorama Building Roundtable

CAFN Episode 29 - 

Diorama Building Roundtable

Custom Action Figure News just keeps getting better and better.  We are loving this roundtable format.  It's just awesome that they are alternating their podcasts between the interview and roundtable format, because we never want the interviews to stop, but this roundtable is equally cool.  We had an absolute blast listening to Barry (R1bb1t) and Scott (Spooky Mufu) talk about the art of diorama making. There are just a ton of tips to starting your own dioramas and what you can do to make them awesome. They even had a very special guest, none other than legendary Frank D'iorio, who showed up at the end and shared his own thoughts about diorama making and gave everyone a special Celebration 6 Sneak Peek.

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

Custom Action Figure News: Episode 28 - Stitchfett Interview

CAFN Episode 28 - 

Stitchfett Interview

Custom Action Figure News is at it again.  This time around they have interviewed Star Wars customizer Yovitt Planadeball a.k.a stitchfett of Puerto Rico.  Stitchfett is known for his Microman custom Star Wars action figures.  They are super cool and Yovitt provided numerous tips and tricks in this interview so be sure to listen an add to your skill set. Also be sure to check out the video we made for this customizer on our Customs I Wish I Owned page.

Imagination is more important than knowledge.  Knowledge is limited.  Imagination encircles the world.

-Albert Einstein

You can go to the ebay page of stitchfett by clicking the link below:

http://myworld.ebay.com/stitchfett/?_trksid=p4340.l2559

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 27- CAFN Roundtable - Parts Casting Masters

CAFN Episode 27- 

CAFN Roundtable - Parts Casting Masters

Custom Action Figure News' first run at the roundtable hit a few glitches, and unfortunately, never saw the light of day. We have a feeling it was really awesome, but since both of their recorders crapped out, the world will never know.  Originally Remco of Incom's Customs and Doc Outlands participated on the roundtable, but they weren't available to come back for the redo. Good news is CAFN's new recorder seems to be awesome and they are back in business. Thankfully, Sith_fire30 and Clonehead were still available for the second attempt. If they could not have come on there would have no roundtable.  We here at CFTK were super happy to listen to this particular episode because it focused on the latest aspect of action figure customizing that we are looking to add to our repertoire.

Enjoy!

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 27 - Lucasclones Interview

Episode 27 - Lucasclones Interview Teaser

Lucasclones, Luke Sprywalker and Tamer gave us a great little teaser for the Lucasclones interview on Custom Action Figure News this week where our own Darth Daddy assisted Tamer in interviewing Lucasclones about starting Custom Action Figure News, his own custom action figures, his Youtube videos, selling art on ebay, and the start of his new blog.

Episode 27 - Lucasclones Interview

Lucasclones is a customizer of mostly custom Star Wars clone and Mandalorian action figures. He particularly favors ARC troopers and has been alongside fellow customizer Wraithnine creating some Republic commando squads. He is very proud of his Clone Wars style Delta and Omega squad from the Republic Commando novels. His work can be found on Imperial Shipyards Custom Figure Forums and on Flickr, as well as featured in his videos from Youtube. He also customizes G.I.Joe figures and posts them on his Flickr photostream and on a G.I.Joe fan website called Joedios. Host of the podcast Custom Action Figure News with Imperial Shipyards administrator Tamer, Lucasclones sheds the light on the hobby we all love.  His show is a must listen!

 

Lucasclones

For the link to Lucasclones on Imperial Shipyards go to :

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=3618.0 

For the link to Lucasclones on Flickr go to :

http://www.flickr.com/photos/lucasclones/ 

For the link to Lucasclones on Youtube go to :

http://www.youtube.com/user/cha1man2?feature

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

 http://www.imperialshipyards.net/podcasts/index.html

or 

http://customactionfigurenews.posterous.com/

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

chad.cafnpodcast@yahoo.com

CAFN: Episode 26 - Special Broadcast

Episode 26 - Special Broadcast

Lucasclones and Tamer ramble a bit on a Sunday morning over coffee and share some announcements.

CAFN: Episode 25 - WookieBalls

Episode 25 - WookieBalls

What a great listen. Ray of WookieBalls customs was a super informative guest. Great customizing tips, where he gets his gear, and entertaining too. Tamer cut out early, but Lucasclones held down the fort. Keep a pen and pad at your side, your going to want to take notes.

SWOOP BIKER
by WookieBalls

CAFN GALLERY

If you don't know the Centurions click this link!:

https://www.google.com/search?q=centurions&hl=en&prmd=imvns&tbm=i...

Here is where you can get a Blanx Alpha:

http://gonativetoys.com/store.html

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

Darth Optimus on Episode 24 of Custom Action Figure News

Episode 24 - Darth Optimus

It's another killer interview from one of our all-time favorite podcasts. This time around Lucasclones and Tamer interview Darth Optimus. Hearing from our favorite customizers never gets old. We've been wanting to feature the work of this talented artist for a while now, so it was cool that CAFN got him on their show so all of you can get exposed to his work.

CAFN GALLERY

To see more customs created by Darth Optimus go to:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=6955.420

CAFN: Episode 23 - TTT's Customs

Episode 23 - TTT

It's already time for another podcast from Custom Action Figure News. This time around we get to hear from Dan of TTT's customs. If you didn't see the feature we did on him last month for our "Customs I Wish I Owned" page be sure to check out his work. His customs are too cool for words. But before you check out the video, be sure to listen to the podcast. Lucasclones and Tamer get to talk zombies with TTT.

CAFN GALLERY

To see more customs created by TTT go to:

http://www.imperialshipyards.net/SMF/index.php?topic=7082.0

TTT's FACEBOOK PAGE

TTT on Ebay

http://www.outofcommissiontoys.com/

CAFN: Episode 22 - Michael Fright's Customs

Episode 22 - Michael Fright's FX Customs



Michael Fright's custom 1:1 3 3/4" scale Tantive IV

Here's the latest podcast from Custom Action Figure News. Next up is customizer Michael Fright from NJ. His 1:1 3 3/4" scale custom vehicles are just incredible. He has also created a 1:1 scale AT-AT, Sandcrawler, and Millenium Falcon. Listen up and check out all the monstrous creations from this super talented customizer.

Head on over to his Facebook page and give the guy a like, he has earned it!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Michael-Frights-FX/232500916795425

You must go to his website to check it out:

http://michaelfright.homestead.com/MICHAELFRIGHT.html

CAFN GALLERY