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[2007-01-26 21:21:06 +0000 UTC]
"Peter"
(United States)
# Statistics
Favourites: 256; Deviations: 276; Watchers: 932
Watching: 159; Pageviews: 126748; Comments Made: 866; Friends: 159
# Interests
Favorite visual artist: H.R. GigerFavorite bands / musical artists: Tool, Skinny Puppy, Tear Garden, Swans
Favorite games: Demon's Souls
Favorite gaming platform: ps3
Tools of the Trade: Magic Sculpt, Super Sculpey Grey
Other Interests: Art, Philosopy, Anthropology, Evolution
# About me
what's to say, I make statues and sell originals and molded pieces.my fb art page: www.facebook.com/peternordstromoriginalstatues
Current Residence: Northern California
Favourite genre of music: Industrial, Dark Wave / Rock
Favourite style of art: Sculpture
Skin of choice: female
Favourite cartoon character: Stewie
# Comments
Comments: 184
Hello! What is the usual price range for your statues? I checked your etsy but there are currently no listings.
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Hey! I'm currently sold out on etsy and catching up on orders before I list more. Most statues range from $150 to $300 depending on size, just let me know what interests you and I'll get you a more exact price. Thanks!
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just found you mentioned on a FB page, you're a sick sculptor (like myself), Sunbro!
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Your DS figurines are fantastic, beautiful attention to detail in such small spaces!
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OMG I am a huge Souls fan and stumbled onto your page! Wow your work is fantastic! So rich in detail and beautiful statues! Gotta watch you now! Maybe one day actually purchase one of these beauties.
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Thanks for being my inspiration. I was so deeply impressed by your work, that i started to do sculpting myself.
It's a great fun and a really exciting hobby.
Honestly... thank you!
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You're welcome! Usually I have to try really hard to inspire, so it's glad to know that just doing amazing art was enough
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I stumbled over your figures on etsy, while searching a gift for a friend. Your Dark Souls figures really got me! Unfortunately I don't earn so very much in my actual job. Quite lucky, you mentioned what material you did use. At least i could afford that... and it turned out to be a wonderful activity. I already have several other projects in mind, so I think I'll stick to it.
And we'll talk about that Solaire later!
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So hi. I don't know if you know this, but your Etsy store was just featured on the escapist and it brought me here. You have so much cool stuff for purchase. I will certainly be back for one of these things once my account recovers from Christmas.
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I'd pay cash-monies for a Tarkus, but I'm broke as of right now
But, would you do him for $250 - $300?
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I can make an 8" version for less then that, but if you are commissioning a new piece, I would need a down payment before I get started. Email me at p.nordstrom@yahoo.com if you'd like to discuss further details. Thanks!
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sounds cool but I'm kind of broke after buying solair. 
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LOL ok well thanks again for choosing to spend your money on my art!
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I just ordered the sun bro and i can't wait for it to arrive it looks great keep up the good work and i just wanted to say you should try and make a dragon bro or tarkus i would easily pay $300 dollars for an 8' of either ( only a suggestion). A Havel would also be great, but keep up the good work man.
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Thanks so much for the support! I do commissions if you want to order any of these. I do plan to make Havel, when I have time! Email me to discuss the details if this is something you'd like to do, p.nordstrom@yahoo.com thanks again!
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Just wanted to say that I hope to someday own a few of your pieces, and that you do amazing work! 
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Thanks man! I really appreciate it! Sharing my artwork means a lot to me
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Sunbro!
I should fave everything here! so I watch you !
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Hey, just gotta say I find your art fascinating and was wondering what your general process is and what materials you use, and if you had any tips for somebody trying to make something of their own. Any advice you could give would be wonderful as I'd love to try my hand at something like this, also any tips for practicing since I'm guessing the supplies aren't super cheap. Again great work, look forward to seeing more of it!
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Hey! I primarily use magic sculpt, which is a 2 part epoxy that self drys, so you have to work fast. For a beginner, I would recommend starting with super sculpey extra firm grey, because it stays soft and is hardened by oven bake. It's one of the most commonly used materials for these kinds of things, I just prefer the epoxy as a personal preference. To build a character, I start with armature wire and build up the mass with aluminum foil, then put a thin layer of clay on top. The best tools are made by sculpture house, and are the stainless steel fine detail set, but is a bit pricy, so I'd say only get those if you are really serious about sculpting (these can be purchased from dickblick as well as the super sculpey, and they often have 20% off sales). It takes a lot of practice, determination, and you have to really love it to be successful. Best of luck!
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Thanks! Would love to get your opinion when I get some stuff done.
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sure! just shoot me a message and let me know!
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hey any advice on baking the super sculpey firm grey, like how do I know when it's done, how do I determine bake time, etc.
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Hey! I bake at 225 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes depending on thickness, usually if it's more then 1/8 inch think then 20 minutes is good. You don't want to over-bake as it'll become black and burn (keep an eye on it so if parts start looking brown then take it out, but generally you don't want to get to this point). You can also bake the same piece multiple times, like once it cools and if you add more clay, it's ok to bake already cured areas again.
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thanks, been working on the moonlight greatsword as a sort of intro build, so far it's going nice
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sounds cool, i'd like to see it!
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Here it is so far, it feels a little fragile because I think I used too much aluminum foil so I can't work much further as it's starting to show through, but I'm ok because I like where I got to, any advice on painting? fav.me/d75pnh2
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Hey Futantshadow.
You're work is absolutely fantastic!
After i found out that you had made the sculptures for the Namco Bandai contest i knew i just had to have one of your sculptures, i've got my eye on Siegmeyer at the moment but i'll have to save up lol.
Could i ask you if any of these suggestions would be possible and if they were how much would an 8" sculpture cost. (I'm guessing that's the main size you do.)
Here are the suggestions:
Hawkeye Gough
Gwyn
Four kings (just one of them lol)
Taurus demon
Iron Golem
Havel the Rock
Manus Father of the Abyss
Marvellous Chester
Kalameet the Black Dragon
Siegmeyer (in zweihander pose at firelink shrine).
I particularly like the idea of Hawkeye Gough (in a drawn bow pose).
Sorry about the overload of suggestions but i would just love to see any of these as sculptures.
Once again amazing work and thank you for sharing it with the Dark souls and deviantART community!
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Hi! Thanks so much! I would love to create all of the characters from the game but time is the biggest factor. I will often create a new character if someone commissions me to make him, then I'll have him available for others to purchase as well (since I'll have a mold and recreating is much faster). Occasionally I'll have time to make one of my choice, or if there is overwhelming demand for a particular character then I'll try to make that one next. I do have some plans for November, so hopefully they'll be done in time for Christmas gifts! I personally would love to make Iron Golem and Havel, but most requests are for Ornstein and Artorias at 8", so they will likely be next. Iron Golem would probably be 10", just so he feels a little bigger then the others.. to make him like 24" would be unrealistic for buyers to afford 
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Sounds awesome!,
I really appreciate how much time and effort goes into these sculptures and will most probably be getting one at Christmas time that's if they haven't all gone lol!
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I love your stuff. I'm so glad you've made some for people to purchase. I will be placing an order as soon as funds see fit. I must have your Siegmeyer of Catarina. Also, your titanite demon that was in the contest was amazing. I entered it just for a chance to own it! I loved your Dusk as well. I cosplayed her just recently. Your detail on her statue was amazing.
Would you possibly be making some more Demon Souls characters in the future? I'd love to own a Biorr, of the Twin Fangs . If not would there be a possibility of a commission?
I promise I will be in touch good sir. I honestly have to own some of your work.
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Hey there! Your cosplay of Dusk is really well done! 
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Sure thing. I'm ironically a government employee... and am not getting paid for however long this stupid shutdown lasts. As soon as it's resolved and funds are back to normal I will most definitely be getting in touch. Thanks for the complements on Dusk. I worked hard on her.
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Love your work! Really impressive stuff. Just wondering though. I read this article
www.examiner.com/article/first…
It claims that you are making a DSII chess set for a special edition... Can you validate this at all? Or is this guy trolling?
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he is a trolling, unfortunately!
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Mm, I kind of expected it. But still dissappointing xD
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If you are planning on doing more dark souls stuff you should join my group and post it there.
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hey! i don't have an official site yet that sells my stuff, so you just have to email me at p.nordstrom@yahoo.com and let me know what you'd like! i'll shoot you a total with shipping and paypal info (basically just my email). thanks so much!
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Just another soul here, obliged to stop by and share my thoughts pertaining to your immensely beautiful craftsmanship and eye for detail. Your passion really shines through your pieces and your expertise is truly evident
Keep up the amazing work!
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Your work is truly amazing! I am a huge fan of Dark Souls, so seeing those incredible sculpts of yours makes me very happy! Do you do commissions?
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Thanks man! I do commissions, although originals can be expensive. I've learned to make molds and sell casted pieces (still hand painted), because I can do this cheaper so most people can afford them. Email me at p.nordstrom@yahoo.com or shoot me a note here if you'd like to discuss this further.
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Thank you so much! 
I will def get back to you at some point
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I have to say I absolutely love your work, if I made a bit more all the money would be thrown at you.
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Thanks man! I hope you are able to find some extra cash as all of my Dark Souls statues are limited and won't be available forever!
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I have to say your work is very interesting. Do you have a Penetrator statue? Do you plan on making it? That boss was beautifully detailed and with your skills you could make very good statue of it. Just saying hehe.
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