DarkKnight7 Posted July 18, 2012 Posted July 18, 2012 (edited) Hey everybody, I've been admiring this site for some time now and picked up a few things here and there on Minifig customizing and thought I'd take a shot at it, as my kids are just starting to get into Legos (and it rekindled my own love for them). Thank you all for sharing such great information on how to do it, your advice has helped immensely!! So, I started designing my own designs using Inkscape and while I'm in the process of MANY custom figs, thought I'd post my first try. As a big fan of international soccer (or futbol as some of you may call it), I thought I'd try my hand at a few of my favorite players. First up was Cristiano Ronaldo in his Real Madrid home jersey. When I finished him, I noticed a few things...1) I think i've got the hang of the decal designing and sizing, 2) I don't have the hang on quality decal application (I admire those of you that are good at it...MAN it is tough!!), 3) my "tan skin" looking head turned out to be a bit TOO tan...even for Ronaldo, and 4) don't apply toothy smiles to face decals...or you will have to fill them in! (which is not easy). The head, torso, arms, and legs feature custom designed decals, horribly applied by me (as you'll notice the nicks to the paint here and there). The hair was custom painted in black to match Ronaldo's. I was also, as previously mentioned, forced to apply some white to his smile, via very fine point paint pen. Won't do that again. Hope you like and would love to hear your feedback on him!! I'm officially hooked on this customizing stuff and look forward to sharing more and learning more from all you customizers out there! As I said, I'm working on a lot of other figs, so coming later this week....Soccer: Ronaldo (2008 Man Utd jersey), Rooney, Messi, and Drogba; Tiger Woods; Dark Knight Rises: Bane, Batman, and Catwoman; Willy Wonka (Depp version); and Maximus - Gladiator Movie. Cristiano Ronaldo - Real Madrid - Custom LEGO Minifig by DarkKnightCR7, on Flickr Ronaldo - Real Madrid.Lego.BackPic by DarkKnightCR7, on Flickr I've also included the decals for you, if you'd like to make your own. Due to some feedback, which I agree with, I've redone the face a bit and inserted it into the designs. If you plan to print them off, you will need to resize them (I would suggest 0.60 in. width in Word). Decals: New Face Serious Face For Clear Decal Paper: Edited July 25, 2012 by DarkKnight7 Quote
purpleparadox Posted July 18, 2012 Posted July 18, 2012 (edited) Looks awesome! Maybe it's not perfect, but I think you're being too hard on yourself. I like the tan effect on his head. Sweet first custom, and I can't wait til you make more! Edited July 18, 2012 by purpleparadox Quote
LegofreakKO345 Posted July 18, 2012 Posted July 18, 2012 Really nice Ronaldo ''DarkKnight7''! Although, as you said, his tan is a little bit over the top. Hope you post the rest of your minifigures soon! Quote
Aveal the black sheep Posted July 18, 2012 Posted July 18, 2012 Great fig =) When the Euro 2012 was going on I consider making some decals from the teams but never managed to. Your real shirt is just perfect and the hair suits well(when Cristiano doesn't start inventing crazy hairstyles :P). Good job, hope to see more soon Quote
The Blue Brick Posted July 23, 2012 Posted July 23, 2012 Great custom. Now this is a figure I like. I think Ronaldo could use a different face, but the skin tone is perfect for his ridiculous tan. I hope to see more custom futbol figures from you. Quote
DarkKnight7 Posted July 23, 2012 Author Posted July 23, 2012 Thanks for the comments everyone. Great custom. Now this is a figure I like. I think Ronaldo could use a different face, but the skin tone is perfect for his ridiculous tan.I hope to see more custom futbol figures from you. Thanks, "The Blue Brick", I actually agree...the face needed a bit of work, the eyes needed to be adjusted and I wasn't the happiest with the mouth. I've included the decals above now, including my new face design...let me know what you all think. And I'm glad you all liked it! Quote
RaincloudDustbin Posted July 27, 2012 Posted July 27, 2012 (edited) Face 1. Taking a penalty. Face 2. Misses the penalty. Lol he even has his Adam's apple! Edited July 27, 2012 by TeardropTrashcan Quote
DarkKnightRises Posted August 3, 2012 Posted August 3, 2012 Great bro this is a really cool Ronaldo I'm from the same city he's from In maderia Portugal! Just a suggestion the face is a little dark the skin color wise Quote
FettJango Posted August 10, 2012 Posted August 10, 2012 (edited) Wow. That's one heck of a custom minifig. I love how you paid attention to detail, with tiny things such as the La Liga patches, the collared jeresey, and the crest on the number 7. It's looks amazing, and I can't wait for more soccer/football/futbol customs of yours. EDIT:By any chance do you take requests? Edited August 10, 2012 by FettJango Quote
LuxorV Posted August 10, 2012 Posted August 10, 2012 EDIT:By any chance do you take requests? For decal requests, please use the Decal Wish List thread or contact single designers via the PM system. This way, you'll help us keep the threads more clean. Thank you. Quote
DarkKnight7 Posted August 10, 2012 Author Posted August 10, 2012 Great bro this is a really cool Ronaldo I'm from the same city he's from In maderia Portugal! Just a suggestion the face is a little dark the skin color wise Thanks everyone for the great comments! I agree, I'm not 100% happy with the skin color of the head piece either, it was much darker than I had anticipated, unfortunately. Tomorrow, I should have my last few soccer players done (Messi, Ronaldo - 2008 Man Utd, and Van Persie) Quote
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