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06-25-2009, 02:59 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
 i always thought none would ever tackle this project... iŽll follow your work for sure, keep it coming... 
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06-25-2009, 03:04 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
WOW! Very impressive work. I really love how seamless it looks
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06-25-2009, 04:06 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
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06-25-2009, 04:27 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
I agree with all what has been stated so far!
Great project and a real nice craftsmanship!!!
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06-25-2009, 06:26 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
This is amazing! I love it.
Does anyone else think of the Robotech Cyclone helmet when they see the Daft Punk helmet? 
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06-25-2009, 07:03 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
I keep checking back just to get a quick fix of goodness.
BTW, Volpin the work on your blog kicks major ass! I'd seen pix on Flickr of your portal gun. Fantastic! Glad to have you in the community |
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07-08-2009, 10:19 AM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
Thanks for all the compliments guys!
The little inconsistencies are driving me nuts. I know nobody else will see them without a side-by-side comparison, but it still gets at me a bit. I much prefer making things from video games. Trying to copy something that exists in real life is a solid pain in the ass, especially since Daft Punk (a)don't do many photoshoots and (b)change their damn design so much! That being said, I love the profile view of the helmet right now:  ...but I'm having issues with the head-on and rear 3/4 views. The "chin" part is far too thick (tall) and I've had to add a lot of material to compensate for the angle being incorrect at the front (it should be parallel with the visor. Before, it curved in toward the neck) Also, from the rear, the helmet looks very narrow. This could be because of the camera I'm using (crappy cell phone pic) or the fact that the built up areas go a lot deeper than they will once I cut the mold down. I'm thinking once the wire plate is added and I trim things a bit, it will look more correct.  The chin also seems to protrude more than I'd like, but I can't tell if thats just because its bright white right now and sticking out in the picture.  Apologies for the crummy cell phone shots, I left my camera at another shop during the move. Getting closer and closer to molding... 
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07-08-2009, 10:53 AM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
[COLOR="MediumTurquoise"]Terrific[/COLOR]
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07-08-2009, 12:16 PM
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Formerly Kylash327
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
coolest thing ive seen in a while. Love the punk.
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07-08-2009, 12:25 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
I've always wanted to do one of these! Congrats on the progress thus far. It looks terrific!
Kody |
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07-08-2009, 02:35 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
looking great so far! I got few quesiton, what brand is the jacket your wearing and how are you gonna get the helmet chrome?
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07-08-2009, 02:46 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
The jacket is just something I had around I tossed on for the test pictures. It's totally wrong for a DP costume, but my tiny neck looks like a toothpick in this thing if I wear it with just a t-shirt on.
For gold chroming, I'm going to have the molds vacuum-metalized at a shop in Los Angeles. They've done motorcycle helmets and similar things before, as well as a lot of plastic components for automobile restoration (my other hobby) so I know they can knock this out. |
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07-08-2009, 03:14 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
I don't know what a daft punk is, but your dedication to quality really shows through on this project. Nice job on the build
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07-08-2009, 03:35 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
Nice work so far!
Man, there are alot of leds in those helmets. I suppose yer not looking for a way to see out of the helmet considering even the facial part of the original is covered in leds  Great job so far, keep going! |
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07-08-2009, 03:38 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
Extremely cool. Kudos to you.
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07-08-2009, 03:45 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
Really cool..that's awsome on how smooth you got the mask. CRAZY!...
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07-08-2009, 04:14 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
I never would have imagined the thought of using expanding foam as a means of sculpting. Great job!
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07-08-2009, 09:02 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
I admire your dedication to this prop.. truely beautiful mate!
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07-09-2009, 01:03 AM
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Formerly Arafinwe
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
Like I said on flickr here are pictures I have from my large collection of DP photos that show the back of Guy's head. Hope these help!
     Bellow are pictures from on set during the filming of Electroma. Although the helmets that the extras wore lacked the finer details, they are basically the same. Links provided due to huge pics! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...5IKfVYA_fs.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...8cTDsHI_fs.jpg I also have pictures of the back of Guy's helmet from the "Discovery era", if you want them. Also if there are any other details/angles your looking for let me know, I have about a whole gb of just daft punk pictures and videos  The chin looks a lot better now. I am wondering, do you think the back bar on your helmet needs to stick out a little more? |
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07-09-2009, 11:01 AM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
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Especially that one shot of the back and those... weird little plates that look like they're sewn into the head sock. I couldn't find ANY of those things. Now I have to figure out how I'm going to make them. As for the rear hoop, it does look a bit shallow in the shot above but I'm pretty confident that it protrudes the right distance. I took the rear 3/4 and did some quick photoshop edits to show where the "wire dome" and rear parts will be trimmed. I think this makes the back look much more "complete" (that being said, I know you watch my flickr like a hawk, and probably have already seen this, haha!)  Here's a better shot of the side, although the rear bar still looks a bit shallow, I'm pretty sure this is the correct depth. I'll try to get some better shots after the next stage of sanding and primer.  I'd love more shots if you have them, shoot me an email at volpinprops@gmail.com when you get a chance. Thanks again dude! |
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07-09-2009, 11:46 AM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
I might have 1 or 2 pics that might help. I DJed an event that they were at awhile ago, ill see if there is any detail in pics...in the meantime if you have $65,000 laying around and get their permission the company that made them will make them for you
 Here are some specs: Which im sure you already knowDaft Punk owns the copyright and concept rights to the helmets, so there may be additional licensing fees to pay. In short, yes, we can build you a helmet, but it will cost you thousands of dollars and take a year to produce. Here is how the helmets were made: 1. A model shop cast the face of the musician. This was used to create a bust which was used as a template for the design. 2. The next step was to modify a motorcycle helmet. The body was cut away to allow for cables and electronics. Two pin holes were provided so the wearer could see out. 3. Clay models were created for all the unique parts. This included a back pack and an arm band controller. 4. Electronic displays were designed using prototype PC board materials. 5. The LED display panels were assembled by placing each LED one-by-one into a plastic sheet and glued into place. Each LED required three feet of wiring to connect it to power and control circuitry. The finished panel was bolted to the helmet frame. 6. The LED cabling was routed around the “ears” of the helmet and out the back. The helmet cables led down to the backpack where the main controller board was located. 7. The system was originally powered by batteries, but this was later switched over to a power cord system. 8. The control keypad on the armband was a custom manufactured PC board. 9. Exterior plastic molding and finishing materials were custom manufactured by a special effects studio to complete the helmet. Once these pieces were added, the helmet details were touched up with paint. The helmets were used to produce a music video. As far as we are aware, the units are still in use for performances. The company is called LED Effects....heres their website if you want to ask any questions http://ledeffects.com/ - they only did the effects The actuall helmets were done by http://www.alterianinc.com/ And if you are going all out, the jackets were designed/made by Hedi Slimane for $12,000 here is her site http://www.hedislimane.com/ Last edited by .:MirrorminD:.; 07-09-2009 at 12:20 PM. |
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07-09-2009, 01:09 PM
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07-09-2009, 01:19 PM
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07-09-2009, 01:43 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
Holy crap thats cool.
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07-09-2009, 02:18 PM
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Re: Daft Punk Helmet Build
Great work, I had no clue these helmets were so complicated!
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