So this is basically a Nu-Trek D-7? When was the original concept drawn-up?
STXI - Klingon Cruiser
- Thread starter MadMan1701A
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Yep. The concept art comes from the Art of Star Trek book, so I assume it was drawn up around the same time as the Enterprise and Jellyfish were done up.
I had thought about moving the guns to the Nacelles, but on this one I'll stick closer to the reference images. That would be appropriate, since that's where the "sonic disruptors" used to come from.
I actually have an update! I think I have finally built some textures that'll work. There are some spots I want to touch up, but I'll texture the whole thing, first.
I went ahead and rebuilt my panels, loosely basing it on a 3d model of Prologic 9's K'Tinga as an example.
Better?
I had thought about moving the guns to the Nacelles, but on this one I'll stick closer to the reference images. That would be appropriate, since that's where the "sonic disruptors" used to come from.
I actually have an update! I think I have finally built some textures that'll work. There are some spots I want to touch up, but I'll texture the whole thing, first.
I went ahead and rebuilt my panels, loosely basing it on a 3d model of Prologic 9's K'Tinga as an example.
Better?
A few updates before I head to bed...
I think I might actually be able to finish it this time.
I think I might actually be able to finish it this time.
A few updates before I head to bed...
I think I might actually be able to finish it this time.
Now thats how it should be colored
By George, I think you've got it! 
That color scheme and textures look fantastic! 
That color scheme and textures look fantastic! 
Agreed! Now we're cooking...
(Err, wait -- being Klingons, I'm sure they eat most things raw.
Sushi!)
Cheers,
-CM-
(Err, wait -- being Klingons, I'm sure they eat most things raw.
Sushi!)Cheers,
-CM-
Thanks guys! I'll get some more updates tonight, hopefully...
Outstanding, yes! You know, your models have such a great attention to small details, "greebles", patterns, textures...etc. You never over-or under do them. They always remind me of the "look" of classic, great ILM shooting models. That's what really makes them stand out...
Looking forward to more.
Looking forward to more.
Thanks everybody. It looks like we have a snow day tomorrow (imagine that, in Florida!) so I expect to get this done over the weekend...
It looks like we have a snow day tomorrow (imagine that, in Florida!) so I expect to get this done over the weekend...
I never thought about it that way.Outstanding, yes! You know, your models have such a great attention to small details, "greebles", patterns, textures...etc. You never over-or under do them. They always remind me of the "look" of classic, great ILM shooting models. That's what really makes them stand out...
Looking forward to more.
I know alot of guys that build tons more detail in than I do, and sometimes that comes out looking fantastic. Sometimes it looks overbuilt. I'm very glad that you think I strike a good balance.
I don't really like the vertebrae look, I'd have filled all that in if I were the designer. Regardless, the design does look in line with the drawing, so I suppose you've done a good job from an accuracy standpoint.
Hey Mad, you still working on this? I had some thoughts about the vertebrae...one thing I played with was Nu BSG "ribs" along the neck, and all over the place...(I never could get it to work) another was reminiscent of the 2001 Discovery, having those "vertebrae" sections continue along the long klingon neck...perhaps something in the middle to break up the look, like Discovery's antenna module. (a weapon pod/turret?) Anyway, wonderful work, love the textures.
Thanks.
Not sure what those "vertebrae" are for... but they do look neat. I actually finished it up tonight. Here's some finished renders...
I'll have to render up a good one with this guy fighting the Enterprise. I was thinking about a homage to the final fight scene in Star Trek VI... anyone else have a different idea that might look neat?
Thanks.
That's definitely what I'm going to do next. I made this one up in about 30 minutes... I just had to have this guy get in a shot at the Enterprise tonight.
1440x900: http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y200/MadMan1701A/Wallpapers/Ambush_1440.jpg
1280x1024: http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y200/MadMan1701A/Wallpapers/Ambush_1280.jpg
Have fun, guys...
MM - You plan on eventually doing some orthos for this model? Pretty please? 
