Your Gonzo Replica Pictures

[MuppetCaper]

I thought it would be nice to show our Gonzo's, and share him with the forum.


Here is mine:

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/Gonzo1.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/Gonzo2.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/Gonzo3.jpg


Actually, I don't think he came out NOT that bad. I just love him. The nose is more darker without the flash and his pupils are as perfect as they can get. I love his little shoes and socks!

[theprawncracker]

I... must... have this! :excited: :D :concern:

[antonydavanzo]

I thought it would be nice to show our Gonzo's, and share him with the forum.


Here is mine:

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/Gonzo1.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/Gonzo2.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/Gonzo3.jpg


Actually, I don't think he came out NOT that bad. I just love him. The nose is more darker without the flash and his pupils are as perfect as they can get. I love his little shoes and socks!
He look great. Really great, I am so jealous you have yours already :) I gotta wait another 9 days! So are the eyes easy to pin back? I guess they are the same as Animals....cant wait to see a group shot.:D

[Luke]

Well done for the pics

He does look WAY better with the darker nose, the color doesn't make the nose material as obvious. Also the fur is a lot neater and better done on these too. He does actually look very "Gonzo", i'm suprised at how good its turned out all things considered. Suit is A++++++++++++

[tomahawk]

Yes! I was really happy with the eyes.

[antonydavanzo]

So whats it like owning 3 Muppets !

[MuppetCaper]

So whats it like owning 3 Muppets !


They drive you crazy. Just kidding. I love them to no end. I want more, more, more!

you don't really notice the plastic eyelid part till you lift up the eyelid part. You do have to pin them back of course. He turned out way much better than I thought. You just could not go without him. Travis is so right. He is amazing and that's just my opinion. He is just too cute. I just had to put pictures up for you guys to see him! ;)


Oh, and he does come with the gold lining in the box as well. I got number 45 out of 2500!

[antonydavanzo]

They drive you crazy. Just kidding. I love them to no end. I want more, more, more!

you don't really notice the plastic eyelid part till you lift up the eyelid part. You do have to pin them back of course. He turned out way much better than I thought. You just could not go without him. Travis is so right. He is amazing and that's just my opinion. He is just too cute. I just had to put pictures up for you guys to see him!
Thanks MC......if you take a group shout then please post it:D

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

OH MY GOSH! HES OUT ALREADY! :excited: must order asap! :insatiable:

[MuppetCaper]

Did someone say Group photo. It was hard to keep them still on this one but here you go!


http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/Group.jpg

[doc hopper]

you know what's funny? Travis' photos didn't do him justice! These pics make Gonzo look really, REALLY good!

where's my credit card...

[antonydavanzo]

The group shot looks great MC. Whats the box like?

[frogboy4]

Got em'! Sorry, in a hurry so I'll be brief. First initial feeling was different. I actually squeaked! He looks so cute! I give him a...well, stars are hard. I give Gonzo a B to B+ so far. I haven't had time to tweak him yet.

Here are the issues you want to know about:
* Visible seams and weird texture of the nose (we knew that) isn't great, but it's not terrible at all.

* Pupil focus is like season one Muppet Show - wandering eyes. Not bad, but needs fixing!

* Lid shells not as visible, but I'll have to fix that too. The green portion of one lid is not painted enough, but easy fix.

* Nose/mouth shape is darn close. Top lip isn't as pronounced as depicted. Color and shading is a little less detailed than I would like but it's purplish with yellow tones in it closer than most other products.

Really Good stuff:
* The rest - fur, hair, likeness, clothes, little - real - shoes etc. Go get 'em if you can. I swear to Camilla that some people just shouldn't be allowed to take pictures!

This are snapshots taken right out of the box. No futzing no posing no Photoshopping in any way. Just stuck him up there and snapped so that you guys could get a true representation of him. Lighting could be better! here---:concern:
Gonzo out of the box images. (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/gonzo_outbox.jpg)

[MuppetCaper]

Mine came right out of the box and right on the site! I love him as well. Could not ask for more. Except Fozzie hehehe.


Gonzo's Box:

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/IMG_0086.jpg

[antonydavanzo]

Thats a great set of pics as well FrogBoy. I do think that MC has a Gonzo with better focus than yours, it may be like Animal, you either get a good one or a bad one. I bet you are really pleased to get him a t last

[antonydavanzo]

Mine came right out of the box and right on the site! I love him as well. Could not ask for more. Except Fozzie hehehe.


Gonzo's Box:

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/IMG_0086.jpg
Wow thats blue! I was sort of expecting Purple but I am loving the blue.:zany:

[frogboy4]

Thats a great set of pics as well FrogBoy. I do think that MC has a Gonzo with better focus than yours, it may be like Animal, you either get a good one or a bad one. I bet you are really pleased to get him a t last

Yeah, I'm happy with my Gonzo. There are some micro issues with the foam, paint, stocking seams and tiny pseudo snags, but in all I am pleased. I've met Gonzo and was expecting this to look like his simple cousin, but this is him. Not a perfect him, but a very very good him! I'd almost call him Great. :concern:

A lot of folk around here probably feel they're getting the real skinny on his criticism with me as I have voiced many a concern!

The fabric Caper suggested for eye dots is being shipped and will reach me next week. Thanks Caper. It will be a great help!

Now it's off to see my partner and let him take a look at Gonzo. He's met the real fella too. :)

[muppetperson]

Mine came right out of the box and right on the site! I love him as well. Could not ask for more. Except Fozzie hehehe.


Gonzo's Box:

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/IMG_0086.jpg

So I take it that Gonzo is presented inside the box the same as Kermit, that is, fully standing in a blister cover, with silk background, so you could still display him in the box with the lid off if you wanted to?

[Telly]

I'm in love with a blue weirdo.

[KermieBaby47]

Wow Jamie, that's a huge pupil-placement difference between your Gonzo and MC's. Crazy factory shenanigans! :insatiable: (love the new smilies BTW, glad I got close on Big Bird!)

Can't wait to get my Gonzie, I cancelled my MR preorder and got him for less through DisneyShopping.com, SO... I have to wait, but I'm glad I'm waiting for something that isn't horrible like I imagined! This is the first time I gave a looksie at in-hand MR Muppet pics before I got my own, cuz I was so scared with Gonzo! I'm very happy to see he isn't the disaster we all made him out to be.

Cheers to MR!
:)
Anthony

[muppetguy]

There's Gonzo! See..everyone was so terrified but look how amazing he turned out to be! I L-O-V-E him and can't wait for disney to ship him to me. I probably won't get him for another week or two, but when I do...I will post pics! I love the little blue guy:concern:

[MWoO]

Wait...he was released already?

[MWoO]

Ok, after looking at the pics here it seems eye spacing is an issue AGAIN! These eye lid things are screwing up the likeness because tit forces MR to space the eyes too far apart. No one can tell me that Gonzo has that much space between his eyes.

[Was Once Ernie]

Ok, after looking at the pics here it seems eye spacing is an issue AGAIN! These eye lid things are screwing up the likeness because it forces MR to space the eyes too far apart. No one can tell me that Gonzo has that much space between his eyes.

I totally disagreed with you on Animal, but I completely agree with you on Gonzo.

I'm glad so many of you are happy with him... and that's the last I will ever say about Gonzo.

:p

[Luke]

I'm glad so many of you are happy with him... and that's the last I will ever say about Gonzo.

:p

Well, not taking anything away from Master Replicas, cos he is much better than was expected ... but if ya paid $400 bucks for something people would be happy/relieved it wasn't a monster wouldn't they? lol

I think Jamie has it right. He's doesn't look anywhere near perfect (and i wouldn't even say great) but he IS looking somewhere near to being "Gonzo", which is more than what the prototype was). People shouldn't have to be thinking of making all these alterations, that needs to stop now and MR needs to sort it for future ones - they need to be "replicas". I really hate that nose close up, the material texture looks terrible, but photographed or viewed from a slight distance it seems to look ok and blend in quite well.

[mrsieve]

I wonder what he looks like when Gonzo is photographed in natural light.

[frogboy4]

The fabric for the nose covering isn't a straight stocking weave. It appears to mimic the foam texture a little bit. The color is great. Very purpley. I am pleased with him. It is a shame that the texture is visibly different but that should not keep people from getting him. All of the pre-release photographs were terrible. He looks nothing like he does on the pre-order page or in the other various convention etc pics.

The one tiny gripe that I have is that his lip doesn't have that subtle pink stroke on it and there's a lot of missing nose color subtlety. Once my tiny pupil and eyelid tweaks are made Gonzo will likely receive an A- from me. And if that shading ever does bug me I'm sure that can be tweaked too. It's unlikely I'll need to.

Yes, this is the definitive Gonzo in this frogboy's opinion. :concern: He's the first one of these poser characters that looked great right out of the box! I can't believe those horrific product photographs made me think otherwise. There's a difference between taking a picture of a Muppet and taking a picture of a box of detergent.

[MuppetCaper]

My Gonzo's eyelid bracket is not that noticable. Only when I have them wide open. I am trying to figure out what I can do to camoflage that part. As far as his pupils, I think they look just fine. I do agree with Frogboy, pulling him right out of the box and doing a little adjusting is all it really took. I also want to do the pink innerlip part down the line as well.

[Kevin Knight]

Would you folks say your Gonzo took the same amount of adjusting as Kermit did? My frog looked and felt like a corpse. Now unfortunately his fabric has started to do something funky. I'm seriously concerned for Gonzo being packaged with his mouth stretched that wide! Weird ain't it. I guess none of these replicas can be photographed well, look at Kermit with the shiney skin! Look forward to more photos.

Kevin

[MuppetCaper]

From what Frogboy said, I guess mine was the only one that was like that. Unless there are others out there that have the same situation, I am not really sure. It could have been that the factory just forgot to close his mouth when they packaged him or he was screaming to get out of the box! :concern:

[mrsieve]

From what Frogboy said, I guess mine was the only one that was like that. Unless there are others out there that have the same situation, I am not really sure. It could have been that the factory just forgot to close his mouth when they packaged him or he was screaming to get out of the box! :concern:

MC, you might want to sleep with one eye open, just in case you have a "Chucky" Gonzo on your hands ;).

[frogboy4]

Kermit takes some time (and some light smooshing) to warm him up. Gonzo - out of the box - looks amazing. Yeah, there are some tweaks here and there I will make to him (updates will come on that) but...drumroll...Gonzo, while not perfect, is my favorite of the bunch! :concern:

[antonydavanzo]

Thats great news Jamie.... my fav pic are of Gonzo with his eyes wide open. Are you gonna pose him like that?

[Kermieuk]

Hi Guys,

Thanks for posting the great pics, I am also SOOOO jelous as I dont have him yet.

He looks great. I feel a bit of a pattern here, each replica gets bombarded with criticism, then when the final product comes out nealy everyone loves it!

He simply looks fantastic, I feel that Gonzo is going to have a more ''playable posability'' factor, like Kermit did, which I didnt really get from Animal. Love the clothes, love the box, love the return of the lining in the box.

Quick question for those out there that Have Gonzo. If you remove the bow tie do you need to re tie it, or is it fastened some other way? I cant tie Bow-ties!

I want mine now!


Chris

[Mistersuperstar]

I knew MR wouldn't let us down! He looks amazing, even better than Travis' (sorry Travis) pics. Sure, there are always things to pick at but from what I can see he will be a great addition. Can't wait to receive mine now!

[MuppetCaper]

MC, you might want to sleep with one eye open, just in case you have a "Chucky" Gonzo on your hands ;).


You know, that was a thought I had awhile back. It's ironic that you thought it also!


Quick qustion for those out there that Have Gonzo. If you remove the bow tie do you need to re tie it, or is it fastened some other way? I cant Bow-ties!

It fastens in the back with velcro. You won't be having to tie a bowtie!

[frogboy4]

I was among those giving Gonzo fairly stern criticism, however it was based on some really crummy photographs. I honestly don't see how you can get those pictures out of this product. Yeah, having photographic and design skills help, but they really aren't needed with him. He is really beautiful.

Of note: The nose fabric is one of the first things noticed by the few I have shown Gonzo in person. It is unfortunate, but quickly passes. I would stop short of calling it a completely "authentic" photo puppet because of this issue. There's nothing that really can be done about the fabric and even though it's there - this is item is a replica, not just a fairly accurate doll that the "monkey pictures" portray.

I woke up with him staring right at me (well one of the eyes) and I smiled. Once I tweak the eyes I'll be very happy. :concern:

[MuppetCaper]

I don't know about you Jamie, but I think he is quite heavier than his fellow Muppet friends. Probably cause of all the clothing and his shoes must play some role in his weight.

[Luke]

There's nothing that really can be done about the fabric and even though it's there - this is item is a replica, not just a fairly accurate doll that the "monkey pictures" portray.

He seems to "pop" much more in a group shot. I guess thats because rather than be drawn to him closely they all just blend as a troupe like we are used to. Muppetcapers group shot is my favorite so far. Any chance of a group shot Jamie?

[KermieBaby47]

I don't have my Gonzo yet, but here's what the fellas got up to today: Still waiting... (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2312/2253984912_73a909f93f_b.jpg)

Enjoy!
:insatiable:
Anthony

[Mistersuperstar]

I don't have my Gonzo yet, but here's what the fellas got up to today: Still waiting... (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2312/2253984912_73a909f93f_b.jpg)

If I didn't know better I would have said those were authentic Muppet pics. Good job!

PS. If anyone ever had doubts about the quality of the MR replicas, this should put their minds at rest. As long as they have photographic skills of course.

[MuppetCaper]

I don't have my Gonzo yet, but here's what the fellas got up to today: Still waiting... (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2312/2253984912_73a909f93f_b.jpg)

Enjoy!
:insatiable:
Anthony


The thing is even when I had my Animals tongue out, it didn't go that far. how did you get it to almost close that much?

[KermieBaby47]

Thanks MisterS for your compliments! :super: I had a lot of fun posing these guys. I think they enjoyed it too, haven't had time to play with them as much as I used to.

Caper, I didn't do anything special to get his mouth shut that far, wish I had something more helpful to say! :(

[MuppetCaper]

I thought I would post another picture of my Gonzo. I am just having so much fun with him, I thought I would show you what he looks like with his eyes wide open. Also....none of my pictures have been edited in anyway. He is ah-naturel. I hope you guys injoy these pics as much as I like to show them to you all.


http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/TheGreatGonzo.jpg

Oh, and I forgot, these where taken in natural light with no flash.

[frogboy4]

Thanks MisterS for your compliments! :super: I had a lot of fun posing these guys. I think they enjoyed it too, haven't had time to play with them as much as I used to.

Caper, I didn't do anything special to get his mouth shut that far, wish I had something more helpful to say! :(

Beautiful photography. Can't wait to see what you do with Gonzo!

[Telly]

I think I have to pay off one of my credit cards just to get him! EEEEEE

[MuppetCaper]

I know the picture wasn't that great, but I thought it would give a good idea of what you can do with Gonzo and how he actually looks in the raw just plain old picture....nothing fancy. Gonzo is just a lot of fun!

[Mistersuperstar]

I thought I would post another picture of my Gonzo. I am just having so much fun with him, I thought I would show you what he looks like with his eyes wide open. Also....none of my pictures have been edited in anyway. He is ah-naturel. I hope you guys injoy these pics as much as I like to show them to you all.


http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/TheGreatGonzo.jpg

Oh, and I forgot, these where taken in natural light with no flash.

The more I see of these Gonzo photos, the more I can't wait to receive mine. :)

[antonydavanzo]

Did you speak to The Collector Zone on Friday? They told me 9 days...I really hope we get him before the weekend

[Reevz1977]

Did you speak to The Collector Zone on Friday? They told me 9 days...I really hope we get him before the weekend
Antony,
I spoke to the Collector Zone on Thursday and they were still saying April 1st:confused: They told me they had heard nothing from Master Replicas and had a look on the MR site. They seemed shocked that it was listed as in-stock on their website and were going to contact MR that afternoon. So, I think their gonna keep us guessing for a few days:p

[Mistersuperstar]

Antony,
I spoke to the Collector Zone on Thursday and they were still saying April 1st:confused: They told me they had heard nothing from Master Replicas and had a look on the MR site. They seemed shocked that it was listed as in-stock on their website and were going to contact MR that afternoon. So, I think their gonna keep us guessing for a few days:p

The Collector Zone received Animal at around the same time as the MR website put him up as "in stock". The fact The Collector Zone know nothing about Gonzo being in stock at MR is a little worrying. :concern:

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

just ordered my MR GONZO :concern: YOOO HOOO! :D he'll be here in a few days thay tell me! yes! :batty:


CAN NOT WAIT!

[antonydavanzo]

The Collector Zone received Animal at around the same time as the MR website put him up as "in stock". The fact The Collector Zone know nothing about Gonzo being in stock at MR is a little worrying. :concern:
Thats good....at least he is here in the UK. So hopefully next weekend we should all have Gonzo

[Kermieuk]

Thats good....at least he is here in the UK. So hopefully next weekend we should all have Gonzo

Whats good, the post says they had ANIMAL at the same time, not Gonzo? I wonder when we will get him. I dont want to wait!

Chris

[antonydavanzo]

Whats good, the post says they had ANIMAL at the same time, not Gonzo? I wonder when we will get him. I dont want to wait!

Chris
OOOPPPSSS, I misread that. Neil did say that they had him so we should get him soon. I hope we dont wait too long as well. The USA got Kermit a lot quicker than us....I hope its nott he same for Gonzo

[Kermieuk]

Oh Dear,

Im anxious now, thought I may be getting him sometime this week, but maybe now, I wont be!

Strange how one collector zone agent said they have him, yet others dont know anything about it?

Dispite my lack of patience, I guess he will be here when he's here, I just hope its not in April as there web site says?

Chris

[Mistersuperstar]

April is a bit of a while away, nearly two months to be exact. Why did we get Animal in the UK before some of the US customers but Gonzo not until April? Are they beign shipped differently or at different times now?

[KermieBaby47]

Aw man, I saw that there were all these new posts so I was looking forward to seeing some more great Gonzo pics! LOL, oh well, looks like Jamie and Caper are still the only two who've gotten him yet.
:insatiable:
Anthony

[Reevz1977]

April is a bit of a while away, nearly two months to be exact. Why did we get Animal in the UK before some of the US customers but Gonzo not until April? Are they beign shipped differently or at different times now?

Panic not! The guy I spoke to said that because they are part of Master Replicas, they SHOULD have the item available at the same time. When he said April, he was unaware that MR had them in their warehouse, thats why he was going to contact them that afternoon. SO hopefully it should be in the coming days...hopefully!

Although I still have many reservations about him I still cannot wait to get hold of him. I should imagine it's like when you have a really REALLY ugly kid - you love him just as much as if he were a looker:D

[Beauregard]

The guy I spoke to, Paul, said he should be here within a couple of weeks.

[frogboy4]

This candid photo I just snapped (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/muppet_group.jpg) do anything for ya?

[MWoO]

I admit that Gonzo looks good from far away but close ups kill it for me. Nice group shot though, would look cooler when Fozzie is in it.

[KermieBaby47]

They look fantastic Jamie! Ugh, the wait is killing me! :concern:

[frogboy4]

I admit that up (very) close the nose fabric is unfortunate mainly for two reasons: the seams and the regularity of the semi-transparent fabric's "foam look" pattern. Everything else is a micro-issue to me. Being on the team that produced the post series two Gonzo figures I bow to this one as the difinitive Gonzo. The figure's beak and eye focus are better (and that's important) but not nearly by as much as originally thought. Darn monkey photographers. :concern:

[frogboy4]

Here's one more unretouched hi-resolution close-up (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/gonzo_cu.jpg) of Gonzo and his famous nose. :concern:

This is exactly how it looks extremely close. No better, no worse. One foot back, he looks better. Three feet back, almost perfect. That's an honest opinion.

[Luke]

Here's
This is exactly how it looks extremely close. No better, no worse. One foot back, he looks better. Three feet back, almost perfect. That's an honest opinion.

I agree, photographed from the side angle, a few feet back he looks brilliant and the material is so much less noticeable. I love that group photo, and i think you got one with good pupil positioning.

Seriously dude, i think they need to get you taking their product pictures. You may have just sold me on a Gonzo i think.

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

This candid photo I just snapped (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/muppet_group.jpg) do anything for ya?

very VERY awsome jamie dude! :) still cant wait to get my MR Gonzo in! :batty: my MR Kermie and Animal need a new Muppet friend to chill with.

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

btw... jamie where did you find that spiked collar for your mR Animal? I've been lookin for one! :smirk: was it from online or a store? If so what is the website address man? :wisdom:

[Convincing John]

I like the pictures so far, but I'm not sure I'm going to get him just yet. (Going to see how much I get for my tax refund first).

So they stuck with the "pantyhose nose", eh? I thought in one photo they had an obvious seam going along the underside of his nose. Did they fix this?

Also, are all Gonzos' eye placement going to be like this (http://images.wikia.com/muppet/images/2/29/TMSAliBaba.jpg) or is there a chance of getting one with good eye focus?

If they are, Jamie, how do you fix the pupils if they turn out like this?:insatiable: Just peel them off and re-glue em? I'd like to know if I order this guy.

Convincing John

[frogboy4]

btw... jamie where did you find that spiked collar for your mR Animal? I've been lookin for one! :smirk: was it from online or a store? If so what is the website address man? :wisdom:

Go to this link: http://www.spirithalloween.com/Accessories_Glasses-Jewelry/Large-Spike-Necklace
for a spiked collar. You will need to paint the back bits silver and allow a couple days for it to dry, but that's it.

Convincing John-
The fabric isn't quite as pantyhose looking as I believed it to be but it's definitely there. The material's mesh attempts to mimic the foam texture. The seams are visible up close but appear to fade quite a bit as you move away from it. It is unfortunate but not nearly as bad as I had figured.

The eye focus is off. Think Muppet Show season one Gonzo eye focus. His eyes look a little sad and wandering. I can see some folk not feeling the need to change them as, due to the shape of his design, they only look that way in the direct front view.

Caper directed me to some felt material I have sent away for. It's coming this week and I will update you on that. Peeling the pupils will likely rip them apart.

In all, Gonzo (out of the box) is worth getting. I am picky as h*** about the dude and he is not perfect, but all that changed upon opening his box. I was so darn giddy! That's the honest truth. I think Travis knew it and was waiting to see what we'd say. Even with the nose (and a lower technical score from me) Gonzo is my favorite of the three.

[lithiumbrain]

Here's one more unretouched hi-resolution close-up (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/gonzo_cu.jpg) of Gonzo and his famous nose. :concern:

Brutal! I love how the inside of the mouth is some kind of open cel foam. Why couldn't they of done the whole face with that stuff? So basically the inside of the mouth will go bad one day? But the pantyhose will last a lot longer? Ha Ha. It looks like an expensive doll. Not a replica.

[Luke]

So basically the inside of the mouth will go bad one day? But the pantyhose will last a lot longer?

I kinda brought that point up a while back, its the same with Animal. I know that with Gonzo they specifically couldn't do the nose in foam because it could be just yanked off, but assuming the materials are what we think, they are using a minor amount of degradeable materials. There may be some toothless Animal replicas about in time.

Not that i'm that worried about it, i know i will show mine the proper care and attention. I might even let him chase a few women or something!

[MWoO]

Here's one more unretouched hi-resolution close-up (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/gonzo_cu.jpg) of Gonzo and his famous nose. :concern:

This is exactly how it looks extremely close. No better, no worse. One foot back, he looks better. Three feet back, almost perfect. That's an honest opinion.

I must admit that your photoshop eye placement change and fur trim made me think twice about not getting a Gonzo. I really don't get why MR doesn't crack down on eye position with these things. I'd rather they get rid of the white plastic lid things and have the eyes in the right spot than have moveable eyes. I can't wait for fozzie though as there should be NO issue with eye placement on him...or else...

[MuppetsRule]

This candid photo I just snapped (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/muppet_group.jpg) do anything for ya?

Jamie, where did you get the stands for your replicas? Are they custom made or did you buy them somewhere? Great photos by the way!

[lithiumbrain]

Jamie, where did you get the stands for your replicas? Are they custom made or did you buy them somewhere? Great photos by the way! Each replica comes with it's own stand.

[MuppetCaper]

I love to look at my Muppets. It feels like I have part of the gang in my room. Cannot wait to get Fozzie this fall.


This is what I see everytime I look at them!


http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/Muppets.jpg

[Davina]

oh man.. hubby has to get back to work NOW so i can get these last two.... *sigh*

[MuppetCaper]

Just posted my Gonzo review at Master Replicas if anyone is interested:


http://masterreplicas.com/forum/showthread.php?p=40643&posted=1#post40643



Enjoy!

[Rowlfharris]

I've got a question for those that have received their Gonzo already:
Putting aside the difficulties, risk and skill required to do such a change, if you could re-cover his nose in a thin fleece type fabric in place of the netting, do you think it would be worth doing the modification?

I'm not asking whether or not you would actually risk the alteration to your own replica, its more I'm trying to gauge how bad the netting does or doesn't look when compared against some kind of fleece material instead.

Obviously fleece is not reticulated foam either, but I'm still wondering if it could be a less 'jarring' substitute than the netting...... if you get where I'm coming from?

Before Gonzo shipped the sock seemed like an abomination that 'had to go' at any cost, but in-person people's perceptions seemed to have mellowed.

[Teenager's]

Covering it in fleece would probably Not be a good idea. It would throw off the proportions, because fleece is thicker than netting & it would look fuzzy & pill..............idk....but it seems it would turn out with a negative look all around.

I also like the netting nose, it is able to provide shades for the beak & adds a texture that personally I like.

[frogboy4]

I must admit that your photoshop eye placement change and fur trim made me think twice about not getting a Gonzo. I really don't get why MR doesn't crack down on eye position with these things. I'd rather they get rid of the white plastic lid things and have the eyes in the right spot than have moveable eyes. I can't wait for fozzie though as there should be NO issue with eye placement on him...or else...

I suspect quality control and eye placement will improve with Travis helming the Muppet brand over at MR. It still boggles my mind how anyone can mass-produce a Muppet, much less get the pupils uniform. However, they really should and can be better at $299 a pop. I think it will be an easy fix.

General Question:
About the nose, I was wondering before I got him if there was some sort of material that could "frost" the nose fabric? I probably won't go that rout, but am still curious.

[Reevz1977]

BAD NEWS for those of use who ordered Gonzo through the Collector Zone. I spoke to Paul today who said that he has been in contact with their buyer and Gonzo in currently being shipped over from the US and will not be here for another month:sympathy: I really hoped we'd see him ALOT sooner. :(

SO, your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find a UK retailer who has him IN STOCK and ready to ship :search:

[Kermieuk]

Thats a real bummer!

I guess we were spoilt when we got Animal at the same time as US customers.

If he is being shipped across, it usually takes about 6 weeks to ship, so maybe the date of April 1st is accurate?

Forbiddenplanet.co.uk has him up for sale, but they also have Sun 30th March as the arrival date. I doubt we will find another UK dealer. If you want him quicker we will have to pay Airmail postage costs from US. A friend of mine in US had Kermit delievered to her then posted him to me, so I would get him fast, he was just over $80 to post by Airmail, I think! But a post aslo says Gonzo is heavier, so he will cost more. Also Gonzo in the US is $299, approx £160 plus postage, he is going to be about £50 more than waiting for collector zone?

It hurts, but I gotta just wait! At least we have more time to save before we get billed!

Chris:concern:

[antonydavanzo]

BAD NEWS for those of use who ordered Gonzo through the Collector Zone. I spoke to Paul today who said that he has been in contact with their buyer and Gonzo in currently being shipped over from the US and will not be here for another month:sympathy: I really hoped we'd see him ALOT sooner. :(

SO, your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find a UK retailer who has him IN STOCK and ready to ship :search:
Its gonna be up to 4 weeks....2 weeks at the earliest but like Kermie UK said, its kinda closer to another pay check! I dont think any retailer will have him in stock plus TCZ are gonna get him 1st.
We were lucky to get Animal so quickly, Im looking forward to seeing more pics thought. Have you all read Muppet Capers review? The pics are really good and its a great read.

[Reevz1977]

Its gonna be up to 4 weeks....2 weeks at the earliest but like Kermie UK said, its kinda closer to another pay check! I dont think any retailer will have him in stock plus TCZ are gonna get him 1st.
We were lucky to get Animal so quickly, Im looking forward to seeing more pics thought. Have you all read Muppet Capers review? The pics are really good and its a great read.

Are you on commission...are ya, are ya? Eh eh, are ya? :D :D

[antonydavanzo]

I wish...........hey muppetCaper, how are you getting on with Gonzo?

[MuppetCaper]

I wish...........hey muppetCaper, how are you getting on with Gonzo?


I simply love him! dispite his little flaw. I am glad that I got him. He looks awesome with Kermit and Animal. Now that I have soaked in Gonzo, I am so ready for Fozzie now! ;)

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

good news for me! just got home from work and checked the ol email.. saborvault emailed me saying "These are suppose to be here
tomorrow (2/12/08), and will head your way then...should be
there by Friday." :insatiable: yooo hooo! :excited: well Im all pumped now! :D

[antonydavanzo]

I simply love him! dispite his little flaw. I am glad that I got him. He looks awesome with Kermit and Animal. Now that I have soaked in Gonzo, I am so ready for Fozzie now! ;)
I read that you may add pink to his lip which I agree may need some colour. How would you do this?

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

Now that I have soaked in Gonzo, I am so ready for Fozzie now! ;)


yeah! I'll 2nd that my friend! :)

[markit]

Evening all , well it's happened again, I held back from ordering Animal as I was undecided until a few other members on here posted their fantastic pics of him, I was even more apprehensive about Gonzo, with the same concerns as everyone else, but sure enough MuppetCaper has sold it to me after looking at his amazing pics and reading his really cool review.

So I've placed my order with Collector Zone, despite having no idea how i'm gonna afford him, heck i'll figure it out nearer the time, i'm way too big of a muppet fan not to! :) Can't wait for him to arrive! Anybody else on here grateful for understanding partners :) My girlfriend's getting seriously outnumbered by muppets now..that's including me, getting a lil overcrowded! ;)

I was just looking through my muppets pictures, thinking how cool it will be to have a Swedish Chef somewhere down the line, obviously not as important as Piggy, and my favourite Rowlf.

Well thanks for the pics so far, keep 'em coming!

Mark

[MuppetCaper]

I read that you may add pink to his lip which I agree may need some colour. How would you do this?


I am going to use some kind of fabric coloring, or maybe the same stuff that Terry used on his prototype called Delta Ceramcoat. It is a acrylic paint. I am heading to the craft shop today and see if I can find it. I know it comes in many colors so it is going to be hard to find the right one. Stay tuned! :super:

[frogboy4]

A new photo is up on Muppet Central's home page (http://www.muppetcentral.com/). It's another candid shot with the backround swapped for a more familiar backstage setting. Placing the posers in a context really seems to make them shine. If only MR would remodel my apartment to look like the Muppet set!

[muppetguy]

Just got an e-mail this morning that my Gonzo should be arriving this Friday! Oh....I am soooo excited. I can't wait till Friday. I will take pics as soon as I can. Hope everyone else's Gonzo is on the way too.:concern:

[Blinky_Fish]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41NB4PDNFCL._AA280_.jpg

Nuff Said

Sic Semper FoamNose!:concern:

[Mistersuperstar]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41NB4PDNFCL._AA280_.jpg

Nuff Said

Sic Semper FoamNose!:concern:

Nice modifications they seem to have made to the MR replica since the preminilary photos. :p
On a serious note, when you see creations like that you realize what a great piece of work this new replica is. I think the guys at MR have done a great job!

[TheJimHensonHour]

eeep that gonzo I'm not even going to say what I think because I'm sure as usual no one will agree and think I'm just being a jerk.:rolleyes: :sympathy:

[frogboy4]

:) A special moment and meeting of the Gonzos. (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/gonzox2.jpg) :concern:

[Beauregard]

AWESOME! Love the pic, and the expressions!

[Convincing John]

A new photo is up on Muppet Central's home page (http://www.muppetcentral.com/). It's another candid shot with the backround swapped for a more familiar backstage setting. Placing the posers in a context really seems to make them shine. If only MR would remodel my apartment to look like the Muppet set!

Like the stage? A huge "Muppet Show" title card backdrop with the "O" cut out to put your Kermit and Gonzo through? You could get some red curtains for your living room and hook that up somehow...now that'd be awesome!

Too bad the Muppets have done their bit on "Extreme Makeover". Think of what they could do if they visited you! Animal could help paint your car (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoKFBjd5-F8)...:halo:

Convincing John

[tomahawk]

Hope this works.

http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/7964/chloeyellowbelt053rg9.jpg

[tomahawk]

Here's another one. I'll post more when I have some time to clean up my Muppet area.

http://img169.imageshack.us/img169/7091/chloeyellowbelt054ko5.jpg

[antonydavanzo]

Great pic mate........I have noticed that a lot of these pics are of Gonzo with his eyes left as they are, have you guys tried pinning them back?

[frogboy4]

Great pic mate........I have noticed that a lot of these pics are of Gonzo with his eyes left as they are, have you guys tried pinning them back?

I'm a little frightened to mess with the delicate foam too much. :concern:

[Kermieuk]

I agree great pics.

Still feeling a bit deflated about the wait to get him in the UK, but when I see these new pics he looks great and revives my excitement about getting him.

Hurry Up Gonzo, get here soon. I bet he's so bored being stuck at sea for so long!

Chris

[antonydavanzo]

I'm a little frightened to mess with the delicate foam too much. :concern:
So are you gonna do a review Jamie?

[MuppetCaper]

So are you gonna do a review Jamie?


I did one. You can check it out at MR website under reviews!

[Mistersuperstar]

Quick note to any UK buyer who pre-ordered from The Collector Zone. Their release date has been brought forward to 03/03/2008. That's good news!

[MuppetCaper]

Question about your Gonzo's. Does one the right eyelid seem like it is off a little from the left one? Or do they both look like they are even? Mine seems to look off or crooked.

[frogboy4]

Question about your Gonzo's. Does one the right eyelid seem like it is off a little from the left one? Or do they both look like they are even? Mine seems to look off or crooked.

Actually, that's the authentic Gonzo design. His left (our right) eyelid is a fraction higher than his right one. You will see this in both the posers and especially the actual production puppet. I am glad Master Replicas and Disney retained this particular point of accuracy. :flirt:

A little known fact - Dave Goelz actually designed the first eye mechanism for Gonzo. :concern:

So are you gonna do a review Jamie?

I might help shoot some pictures of Gonzo like the one on the main page, but I would like someone else to handle this and the following official Muppet Central review for the sake of variety. However, I would enjoy reviewing the Pig or the Rat or the sculptures! :shifty:

In all, Gonzo receives an average of 4.25/5 stars from me. His eye focus could be better, his nose netting is unfortunate, but not as bad as expected. Even seeing that he's less accurate he's still my favorite and the most fun of the three this far! That's pretty much my review. He he.

[tomahawk]

Question about your Gonzo's. Does one the right eyelid seem like it is off a little from the left one? Or do they both look like they are even? Mine seems to look off or crooked.


Mine seem fine. But than again, it is Gonzo and he is always a bit off. :concern:

[MuppetCaper]

Mine seem fine. But than again, it is Gonzo and he is always a bit off. :concern:


Well, I am hoping that mine is not the only one. It may be something that I will be fixing soon or later. Just thought it was odd is all when I see everyone elses and they look pretty much even.


See what I mean?

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/Gonzo1-1.jpg

[frogboy4]

Well, I am hoping that mine is not the only one. It may be something that I will be fixing soon or later. Just thought it was odd is all when I see everyone elses and they look pretty much even.


See what I mean?

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/Gonzo1-1.jpg

That eyelid is supposed to be higher, as stated before, but that does appear to be a bit higher than normal. I might tweak it. :concern:

[antonydavanzo]

I did one. You can check it out at MR website under reviews!
I read the review and I thought it was great, you should submit it to MC

[Kermieuk]

Thats good that the date has changed to 3rd March.

Only a few weeks to go......................

Chris

[Mistersuperstar]

Thats good that the date has changed to 3rd March.

Only a few weeks to go......................

Cue the theme from Countdown! :)

[MuppetCaper]

I read the review and I thought it was great, you should submit it to MC


Any help on that would be nice. How would I submit it and all the pictures? Maybe frogboy can help me on this one.


Also did you get the stuff for your pupils yet frogboy? how did it turn out?

[frogboy4]

:search: There is a self-explanatory page on the topic on the Muppet Central website that explains the easy process better than I could. There's also a place for notes where you could provide links to your photographs.

http://www.muppetcentral.com/articles/form.shtml

I really would like to see more reviews by forum members than the regular staff, but it always seems to fall to us. I encourage Caper and anyone who wants to submit a review (on this or any other product) to do so! Muppet Central can always use help in this department. :wisdom:

:) Hope this answered your question.

[Telly]

However, I would enjoy reviewing the Pig or the Rat or the sculptures!

I REALLY hope the Rat gets made! I'd be up for a review on that one!

[Luke]

I think the rat may well be next after da Fozz. Travis seemed to be saying that Piggy could get bumped back a bit.

[Telly]

That'd be super sweet if the Rat got bumped up...just as long as the Pig got made still!

[the80sdrummer]

I would definitely be ok with Rizzo being made before Piggy. My wallet could use the break :shifty:

[MuppetCaper]

I'll take whatever they throw at me right now. I want all the Muppet posers! :o

[Beauregard]

I'd slide with a Rizzo to go with Gonzo and then a Piggy to go with Kermit...Definatly would be good for the purse strings.

[Telly]

That's a good way of looking at it Beauregard! Kermit will have Fozzie to compliment him so he's ok for awhile so the Pig can have a break. Give Gonzo Rizzo to compliment him. And Animal's a stand alone anyway!

[outofthehat]

Rizzo Would be a fantastic next addition to the collection! I totally agree that he should be made next! He would complement Gonzo very well! In addition his difference in size would add to the visual interest of the overall collection! How cute would it be to have the little guy with the rest of the gang?

[Mistersuperstar]

That's a good way of looking at it Beauregard! Kermit will have Fozzie to compliment him so he's ok for awhile so the Pig can have a break. Give Gonzo Rizzo to compliment him. And Animal's a stand alone anyway!

I think Animal could do with Floyd to take him walkies. :sing:

[muppetguy]

I hear what you all are saying about the wallet thing...but I seriously want Piggy after Fozzie....I've been waiting a long time for her. Plus, if you can put, say, 20.00 away for Fozzie and 10.00 for Piggy each week, before you know it, you'll have enough when they both come out. Just giving you guys an idea on what I do. It really does help...alot..ok :rolleyes:

[Meepsterboy]

I personally want a Pepe before Rizzo, but I know I'm in the minority.

[Luke]

I hear what you all are saying about the wallet thing...but I seriously want Piggy after Fozzie....I've been waiting a long time for her. Plus, if you can put, say, 20.00 away for Fozzie and 10.00 for Piggy each week, before you know it, you'll have enough when they both come out. Just giving you guys an idea on what I do. It really does help...alot..ok :rolleyes:

While a lot of people do want the break in Piggy because of the wallet savings i think the talk of bumping her back was probably because of development time. Piggy is the one at most risk of just basically looking terrible if they don't get it exact and Terry is only just starting on his prototype - can u imagine how much work they will have to do on even just the hair? It makes so much sense to give them a bit more time so they can get things right, and maybe put Rizzo in next, it even gives the factory more time to get experienced in these. That is assuming they would release another Muppet and not just have a slightly longer pre-order buildup for da Pig. Also if she is a weaker seller (as Miss Piggy merch usually is) more people will be likely to buy her if they saved some money on Rizzo, makes it more economical to use your saving on one you would have been otherwise less likely to buy.

[Blinky_Fish]

While a lot of people do want the break in Piggy because of the wallet savings i think the talk of bumping her back was probably because of development time. Piggy is the one at most risk of just basically looking terrible if they don't get it exact and Terry is only just starting on his prototype - can u imagine how much work they will have to do on even just the hair? It makes so much sense to give them a bit more time so they can get things right, and maybe put Rizzo in next, it even gives the factory more time to get experienced in these. That is assuming they would release another Muppet and not just have a slightly longer pre-order buildup for da Pig. Also if she is a weaker seller (as Miss Piggy merch usually is) more people will be likely to buy her if they saved some money on Rizzo, makes it more economical to use your saving on one you would have been otherwise less likely to buy.


AMEN Brutha! Let's spread the Vermin and shed the fat for a while... Anyway - I really think that some smaller Muppets at a more affordable price are needed to introduce new people into the collection. at a $200 price list (Just guessing) I would buy 10 - Travis, I said 10 T E N - the number after 9. (FYI - I did buy 2 G Men) - And to segue into another thing - adding the ability to change Riz to an anything rat would be a good thing... So please consider removable parts like the eyes or pouches in the head that you can add or remove padding. If you aren't going for Riz, maybe make Robin or some lesser known lil'ns to pimp the line.:shifty:

[Telly]

Hahaha@pimp the line. Nice one! :p I honestly think that a smaller Muppet would be a nice visual to the line. I'm with outofthehat and think that some variety in size would be nice.

[Luke]

Yeah the line sure needs pimpin! lol. I agree about the smaller Muppets thing, and would also definitely buy more than one Rizzo if it could be converted into a generic Rat. I am getting all kinds of thoughts about a "Rat Tours" setup, and after all - IT IS THE YEAR OF THE RAT!

I have also thought about customizing a Fozzie into Emily Bear ... but i usually try to keep those thoughts to myself. Not healthy!

[frogboy4]

I personally want a Pepe before Rizzo, but I know I'm in the minority.

I'm with you on that one. I think the vote is at least split. :rolleyes: :shifty:

[MuppetCaper]

Like I said, I buy which ever poser they make. I like them all. It would be nice to get the fab four out of the way and then work with the rest of the Muppets.

[muppetguy]

My point exactly, MuppetCaper, must finish them before others, (must have Kermit, Piggy, Gonzo and Fozzie) just my oppinion.

[Reevz1977]

I think they should knock it on the head after Gonzo...

[Reevz1977]

...ONLY JOKING!:p I don't think Master Replicas should be allowed to stop until ALL the muppets are done! What d'ya say?

[Telly]

Master Replicas can't stop until Rizzo, Rowlf, Pepe, Piggy, Scooter, and Robin are made.

[MuppetCaper]

They can stop maybe after the list of Travis's is all done! Including Scooter! ;)

[rtgentry]

I could not find the kermit pic thread so here it is.

http://s19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/rtgentry/?action=view&current=kermitgrover.jpg

[antonydavanzo]

I could not find the kermit pic thread so here it is.

http://s19.photobucket.com/albums/b187/rtgentry/?action=view&current=kermitgrover.jpg
http://forum.muppetcentral.com/showthread.php?t=29008
try this.......there a lot of pics in here to go through, I think one of the members got all of the pictures and posted them into one post.....try finding that:)
Nice pics by the way

[antonydavanzo]

You know we havent seen any pics for a while....
SHOW US YOUR GONZO !
Sorry but i couldnt resist..........I still, like other members from the UK here, have to wait another 2 weeks!

[KermieBaby47]

http://forum.muppetcentral.com/showthread.php?t=29008
try this.......there a lot of pics in here to go through, I think one of the members got all of the pictures and posted them into one post.....try finding that:)
Nice pics by the way
Here's the thread you're thinking of: http://forum.muppetcentral.com/showthread.php?t=36109

I gathered up all the working links and posted them in post #2.

Cheers!
:)
Anthony

P.S. Gonzo pics from me coming soon! :crazy:

[frogboy4]

:wisdom: Oh sweeeet! MuppetCaper recommended this black flocked adhesive paper from scientificsonline.com (http://scientificsonline.com/product.asp?pn=3060068&cmss=3070621). Along with a varied size circle stencil set I picked up at a local art supply store and pair of sharp scissors I replaced Gonzo's pupils! It makes such a world of difference! :concern:

The wonderful thing is that this material adhesive, while very sticky, has a sort of "give" to it so that it may be peeled up and re-placed as needed without much fuss or tearing. And having such a large sheet of the material means pupils for life! I liked Gonzo so much I did Animal and darn, he's fantastic. :halo:

I'm still adjusting the placement for the right Zen, but I am now so pleased with the pupils that it will never be a factor with my replicas again! I'm still tweaking the placement from muliple angles, poses and lighting variations.

Here is my first attempt. (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/muppetpupilfix.jpg)

Now they look good straight on - like they're looking at the camera (as Muppets tend to do).

[MWoO]

A simple change like that helps a lot. Looks way better. Please take more now that the eyes are right.

[Telly]

I was going to ask you something, Jamie, but I can't remember what it was. :confused:

[Telly]

Not the question I was going to ask, but what size clothing would fit him? I found a sweater vest, button down shirt, and pants in a toddler set at Target.

[MWoO]

Not the question I was going to ask, but what size clothing would fit him? I found a sweater vest, button down shirt, and pants in a toddler set at Target.

oh! Is it the same style sweater vest he wore in GMC?

[KermieBaby47]

He looks great Jamie! Good job with the eyelid painting too, I might have to try that myself... :wisdom:

[Davina]

told hubby about the flocked paper...
his response was
"Oh cool, so you could do X's and dollar signs and other weird things"

so.. I think once we get Gonzo and Animal.. he's going to be playing with pupil options for displays... heh...

and for clothing size.. I think it was mentioned somewhere that Gonzo takes 18 month clothing...

[Telly]

No. It was just a solid colored one. I'd kill for an actual replica of the one he wore in Muppets Take Manhattan

[frogboy4]

This shows a direct comparison pre and post alteration from front and side.

Gonzo Photo Set (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/gonzo_alterations.jpg)

Still working on the focus a bit. Also painted the lid shell and painted the green lids to make them match. I may tweak the color a bit, but I'll see how I like it in a few days. :concern:

I must note that the eye focus was more off than I had imagined. Over half a centimeter for each pupil! I can understand a little discrepancy, but that's quite a bit. However, an easy fix for anyone and it probably ended up better having each person personally place them.

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

FedEX brought my Gonzo today... took some pics with just Gonzo and one with him, kermit and animal.. I'll post em soon tonight...

:wisdom:

[Beauregard]

Can't wait Double M!

[Telly]

Wow! That's REALLY an improvement Jamie!how did you know what size to cut the pupils?

[frogboy4]

Wow! That's REALLY an improvement Jamie!how did you know what size to cut the pupils?

Thanks. I just used my plastic stencil set and placed it over his existing pupils to find which circle best fit before scraping them off and cutting the new ones. Easy peasy. ;)

I'm still trying to get them just right. I find myself looking to movie stills rather than poser pics for the eye focus ratio. :concern:

I feel like Gonzo is now with me (and I hardly notice the nose now).

[Telly]

Jamie....If I send you my Gonzo...will you make pupils for him? :p

[GelflingWaldo]

Wow, Jamie! I love the pics. That's a huge improvement! He really seems to come alive and really looks a lot more like the weirdo we've come to love... and it just goes to show how a little change in pupil placement can really make-or-break the entire look and feel of the character.

But despite all the tweeking and improvements, I don't know if you'll ever get him to look as good as his predecessor: http://www.amazon.com/Muppets-18-Gonzo-Plush-Doll/dp/B000ESAU76 ;)



Now it's not that I don't love the purple tux (because I really do love his little suit), but I would be interested to know if anyone has created (or is planning to create) a wardrobe change for their Gonzo replica. I would love to see one of these guys in slacks and a little sweater vest. Are there any good Muppet-sized tailors out there?

[antonydavanzo]

:wisdom: Oh sweeeet! MuppetCaper recommended this black flocked adhesive paper from scientificsonline.com (http://scientificsonline.com/product.asp?pn=3060068&cmss=3070621). Along with a varied size circle stencil set I picked up at a local art supply store and pair of sharp scissors I replaced Gonzo's pupils! It makes such a world of difference! :concern:

The wonderful thing is that this material adhesive, while very sticky, has a sort of "give" to it so that it may be peeled up and re-placed as needed without much fuss or tearing. And having such a large sheet of the material means pupils for life! I liked Gonzo so much I did Animal and darn, he's fantastic. :halo:

I'm still adjusting the placement for the right Zen, but I am now so pleased with the pupils that it will never be a factor with my replicas again! I'm still tweaking the placement from muliple angles, poses and lighting variations.

Here is my first attempt. (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/muppetpupilfix.jpg)

Now they look good straight on - like they're looking at the camera (as Muppets tend to do).
Much much better........you were unlucky I think as MuppetCaper's Gonzo looked fine, I hope its not a hit or miss with the pupils. We need to see KermieBaby47 and A Micky Muppet's pic to get a better indication as to their pupil placement!

[Mistersuperstar]

But despite all the tweeking and improvements, I don't know if you'll ever get him to look as good as his predecessor: http://www.amazon.com/Muppets-18-Gonzo-Plush-Doll/dp/B000ESAU76

Yep, that is definitely the definitive Gonzo replica right there! lol.

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

heres my MR Gonzo pic's ya'll. Sorry that I didnt post em lastnight like I said I would have... it was late and I was at the city with my friend becky, we were in Babys R Us for a looong time and then went into the mall to FYE and then to eat. so It was sorta a long day for me (but i did play with my Gonzo for a little tho!)


My first Gonzo pose:
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e252/disneydude2005/100_0025.jpg

a Gonzo close up:
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e252/disneydude2005/100_0026.jpg

my MR Gonzo, Kermit and Animal:
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e252/disneydude2005/100_0032.jpg

eJoy! :concern: :) :halo:

[antonydavanzo]

heres my MR Gonzo pic's ya'll. Sorry that I didnt post em lastnight like I said I would have... it was late and I was at the city with my friend becky, we were in Babys R Us for a looong time and then went into the mall to FYE and then to eat. so It was sorta a long day for me (but i did play with my Gonzo for a little tho!)


My first Gonzo pose:
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e252/disneydude2005/100_0025.jpg

a Gonzo close up:
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e252/disneydude2005/100_0026.jpg

my MR Gonzo, Kermit and Animal:
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e252/disneydude2005/100_0032.jpg

eJoy! :concern: :) :halo:
I think the pic of him in the group shot is the best I have seen due to the light source....he doesnt look like he has a sock nose at all on this, so how are your eyes? Are you gonna have to move them?

[Mistersuperstar]

heres my MR Gonzo pic's ya'll. Sorry that I didnt post em lastnight like I said I would have... it was late and I was at the city with my friend becky, we were in Babys R Us for a looong time and then went into the mall to FYE and then to eat. so It was sorta a long day for me (but i did play with my Gonzo for a little tho!)


My first Gonzo pose:
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e252/disneydude2005/100_0025.jpg

a Gonzo close up:
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e252/disneydude2005/100_0026.jpg

my MR Gonzo, Kermit and Animal:
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e252/disneydude2005/100_0032.jpg

eJoy! :concern: :) :halo:

Nicely done. I like the group shot. It gives them so much more life when they are posed together!

[Reevz1977]

I still get slightly disheartened when I see the images of Gonzo, although I'm getting him (gonna stick to just one with this one), I just can't get past thinking what could have been.

Theres no doubt that all the pictures posted here by the fans run rings round the s*** photography we've seen from MR. Theres just still something fundamentally wrong with what they have produced that I just can't get past. I've heard folk saying he looks better in the flesh so I'll see in two weeks.

Maybe it's me:grouchy:

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

I think the pic of him in the group shot is the best I have seen due to the light source....he doesnt look like he has a sock nose at all on this, so how are your eyes? Are you gonna have to move them?


thanks all :D as for the eye thing... nahhh, I think he looks fine to me! and besides wouldnt dare do ANYTHING to him (or my animal for that matter). :smirk:

[Reevz1977]

PS, for folks in the UK, I've got some sticky-backed flocked paper from some studio photography shoots that I can send to you if you need it for Gonzo's eyes - just let me know.

[Mistersuperstar]

I still get slightly disheartened when I see the images of Gonzo, although I'm getting him (gonna stick to just one with this one), I just can't get past thinking what could have been.

Theres no doubt that all the pictures posted here by the fans run rings round the s*** photography we've seen from MR. Theres just still something fundamentally wrong with what they have produced that I just can't get past. I've heard folk saying he looks better in the flesh so I'll see in two weeks.

Maybe it's me:grouchy:

Don't keep worrying about it so much. He is what he is and that's all. It's not a real Gonzo but it's pretty close from what I can see in the pics. I agree there could have been, from our point of view at least, loads more they could have done to make him more accurate but this is what they have chosen to release and we, the fans and consumers, show how we feel by buying or not buying. I think the problem is that many people who heard about this "replica" line put too much hope into how close they would look to the real thing without considering how MR were supposed to make them. Maybe MR should have renamed the line from replica to something else to save people quoting the dictionary defenition of "replica". It's true that they are not true replicas but they are definitely top of the range Muppet releases, the like we have never seen before.

[antonydavanzo]

PS, for folks in the UK, I've got some sticky-backed flocked paper from some studio photography shoots that I can send to you if you need it for Gonzo's eyes - just let me know.
Thats great to know mate!

[Reevz1977]

I think my disappointment stems from the fact that the reality is that we will NEVER see and Muppet products like this again. And so, with regards to hopes and expectations, it was a case of putting all my eggs in one basket. I wholeheartedly agree that these are, bar none, the best Muppet products ever and the quite easily take that title and no-one could dispute that. It's just a case of being so close yet so far. FRUSTRATION - thats what I'm feeling with them!

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

Don't keep worrying about it so much. He is what he is and that's all. It's not a real Gonzo but it's pretty close from what I can see in the pics. I think the problem is that many people who heard about this "replica" line put too much hope into how close they would look to the real thing without considering how MR were supposed to make them. Maybe MR should have renamed the line from replica to something else to save people quoting the dictionary defenition of "replica". It's true that they are not true replicas but they are definitely top of the range Muppet releases, the like we have never seen before.


Id also like to add that people have to remember to that the MR kermit's coller is NOT the same as the real thing and Animal's eyes? aswell. so then whats the BIG huge deal with Gonzo's nose then? :confused:

[Reevz1977]

Id also like to add that people have to remember to that the MR kermit's coller is NOT the same as the real thing and Animal's eyes? aswell. so thenwhats the BIG huge deal with Gonzo's nose then? :confused:

LOL. i cribbed about that aswell - man I'm a grumpy b******!:grouchy:

[Reevz1977]

Honestly folks, I really am a laid back person who takes life with little seriousness. HONEST...REALLY...

[Reevz1977]

Sorry for the TRIPLE post.

Over on the master replicas forum are some absolutely ace shots of Gonzo from a guy called Antony, go take a look...

http://masterreplicas.com/forum/showthread.php?p=40826#post40826

[Telly]

HOLY CRAP that last pic of his is sah-WEET! I always for get about the MR forums. Not as exciting as the MC ones I guess :coy:

[antonydavanzo]

Sorry for the TRIPLE post.

Over on the master replicas forum are some absolutely ace shots of Gonzo from a guy called Antony, go take a look...

http://masterreplicas.com/forum/showthread.php?p=40826#post40826
i think thats Kermiebaby47? It looks like his Kermit poses.....I hope he takes some group shots and post's here

[KermieBaby47]

Over on the master replicas forum are some absolutely ace shots of Gonzo from a guy called Anthony, go take a look...

http://masterreplicas.com/forum/showthread.php?p=40826#post40826
Hee-hee, that's me! I haven't posted anything over here yet cuz I've got something extra-special planned for my buddies at MC. ;)

Thanks for your compliments!
:)
Anthony

P.S. I wanted to add: Stevie, your pictures are AWESOME! You are now a Master at Muppet Photography. Good job!

[Reevz1977]

Hee-hee, that's me! I haven't posted anything over here yet cuz I've got something extra-special planned for my buddies at MC. ;)

Thanks for your compliments!
:)
Anthony

P.S. I wanted to add: Stevie, your pictures are AWESOME! You are now a Master at Muppet Photography. Good job!

COOL! They're really good pictures. I love the first and third ones, they're really like great:)

[TheJimHensonHour]

This shows a direct comparison pre and post alteration from front and side.

Gonzo Photo Set (http://www.wijitworld.com/stock_images/gonzo_alterations.jpg)

Still working on the focus a bit. Also painted the lid shell and painted the green lids to make them match. I may tweak the color a bit, but I'll see how I like it in a few days. :concern:

I must note that the eye focus was more off than I had imagined. Over half a centimeter for each pupil! I can understand a little discrepancy, but that's quite a bit. However, an easy fix for anyone and it probably ended up better having each person personally place them.
That makes it looks so much better..maybe you should be the one working on these things so they look correct, then I'll plop all that money down to buy them lol
I think my disappointment stems from the fact that the reality is that we will NEVER see and Muppet products like this again. And so, with regards to hopes and expectations, it was a case of putting all my eggs in one basket. I wholeheartedly agree that these are, bar none, the best Muppet products ever and the quite easily take that title and no-one could dispute that. It's just a case of being so close yet so far. FRUSTRATION - thats what I'm feeling with them!
It's the same exact thing for me, plus the money issue.
Honestly folks, I really am a laid back person who takes life with little seriousness. HONEST...REALLY...
You don't need to explain how you feel, I'm a laid back guy also, I just expect more for chunk of cash like that, I'm a starving artist after all lol.

[Was Once Ernie]

I think my disappointment stems from the fact that the reality is that we will NEVER see any Muppet products like this again.

I don't believe that.

:p

[frogboy4]

I don't believe that.

:p

You know, I once thought the idea of commercially sold Muppet poser puppets was far-fetched and would never happen so anything is possible. I agree with you. I do like my Gonzo. I was just adjusting his pupils again. But I think there will be a lot of grade A Muppet stuff from Disney in the future from Master Replicas and many other companies to come! :)

[Luke]

Id also like to add that people have to remember to that the MR kermit's coller is NOT the same as the real thing and Animal's eyes? aswell. so then whats the BIG huge deal with Gonzo's nose then? :confused:

The difference is even with Kermits collar and Animals eyes, they still look very close. Master Replicas Gonzo, in all honesty, doesn't have that character that the real Gonzo does - although from further away and at a side angle he can pass for him, and the eyes are a huge improvement. The beauty of these is having them as a group anyway, and i'm loving all those group shots. I can't wait for Fozzie to be included!

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

The difference is even with Kermits collar and Animals eyes, they still look very close. Master Replicas Gonzo, in all honesty, doesn't have that character that the real Gonzo does - although from further away and at a side angle he can pass for him, and the eyes are a huge improvement. The beauty of these is having them as a group anyway, and i'm loving all those group shots. I can't wait for Fozzie to be included!


yes well said Luke! I am sooooo ready to pre-order Fozzie now! :o so MR......... bring on the Bear! :insatiable:

[KermieBaby47]

Here's a photo I set up today, just for my pals at Muppet Central. I do hope you like it:

Say Cheese! (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2022/2272556839_9ec98ac3ee_o.jpg)

[Telly]

Haha That's cool Kermiebaby!
Jaime - what size did you make the pupils?

[TheJimHensonHour]

Here's a photo I set up today, just for my pals at Muppet Central. I do hope you like it:

Say Cheese! (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2022/2272556839_9ec98ac3ee_o.jpg)
Your Gonzo and kermit look very nice..I also like that Griddle Gorilla Poser you've got there. :insatiable:

[muppetguy]

Hello. I just opened Gonzo today and he looks AMAZING! To make a long story short, he was suppose to be at my house on Friday, no one was home to sign for him, told them I'd pick it up at the ups center that night, the ups people told me they close at 9:30. So i get there for 9 and the guard at the fornt tells me they closed at 8, so I had to get him today. All in all, I am so happy he's in my house and will try to load pictures for all of you guys by tomorrow night. :)

[KermieBaby47]

I hate those UPS shenanigans! Feeling for ya buddy, but at least now you've got Gonzo!

Here's another casual group shot: Hangin' Out (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2374/2275864279_66fdef644e_o.jpg)

[Mistersuperstar]

I hate those UPS shenanigans! Feeling for ya buddy, but at least now you've got Gonzo!

Here's another casual group shot: Hangin' Out (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2374/2275864279_66fdef644e_o.jpg)

You are definitely one of the best poser photographers on here. Maybe MR should employ you to take their promotional photos. Love the look Animal has got in that pic. Classic!

[muppetguy]

Here are three pics of my Gonzo and one pic of my muppet group. Hope you all like....enjoy!:) :halo: :concern:

http://members.aol.com/laughs20/gonzo1.jpg

http://members.aol.com/laughs20/gonzo2.jpg

http://members.aol.com/laughs20/gonzo3.jpg

http://members.aol.com/laughs20/muppetgroup.jpg

[vaderdentist]

Wow, his nose is not nearly as distracting as others have made it out to be considering those incredible MR photos. I'm impressed. I think I like Gonzo and I haven't even received one yet......LOL.

Dave :)

[Hat Sharpener]

I think the reason some of us get upset up about this is that, in my humble opinion, this "replica" is so close that it hurts... Admittedly, it is the best-looking Gonzo we've seen, but still not a "replica."

I've seen photos around here of people's Kermit replicas that look like the frog himself is in their living room (I know my living room feels like he's there)

So far Animal and Gonzo don't do that for me.

The problem with Gonzo is that I wanted him soooooo badly, and the eyes and nose just aren't right. If the next Muppet Movie came out with Gonzo looking like this, we'd all be up in arms... That first prototype was so exciting and perfect, that this is still very disappointing to me.

Still, it is lots of fun to see people's photos! And it's great that everyone loves him so much! I'd be interested to see what people can do with the posing the eyelids to give more expression to Gonzo...

- Derek

[Hat Sharpener]

the eyes and nose just aren't right.

Actually, with some of the pupil-adjustments that people are doing, it makes a huge difference with the eyes... The one posted on the Master Replica's board (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2014/2269386492_d8ff78e477_o.jpg) is amazing.

Has anyone tried removing his baggy suit? That seems like another area that some customization could really help...

Sorry for any negativity in the above post. Gonzo has always been my favorite Muppet, so perhaps I am picky. But in my eyes getting the nose wrong on Gonzo is like making a replica of Captain Hook and leaving him with two hands because you couldn't be bothered to use the hook material...

[frogboy4]

I tend to think that Gonzo's jacket is suppposed to be that way to match the puppet. The production puppets of Gonzo appear to have length to the coats to help cover the Muppeteer (Dave in this case) parts. I don't feel the jacket is that long and Muppets do tend to have long "monkey arms" so sizing becomes a tweaky issue. Just my buck-o-five.

[antonydavanzo]

I am getting very jealous seeing all of you guys with gonzo.....I want mine to arrive. I have at least another 3 weeks wait

[MuppetCaper]

I am getting very jealous seeing all of you guys with gonzo.....I want mine to arrive. I have at least another 3 weeks wait



BELIEVE ME....it will be worth your wait. It will feel like Christmas again! ;)

[LeanneFuller]

I ordered Gonzo today from the Collector Zone. They seemed pretty helpful, the guy seemed to think that he should arrive within a few weeks.

I was also treated to Animal by my boyfriend. A bit miffed as to where to put them all, but I might donate my Mint Fisher Price set to the Museum of Childhood in London.

Any news on the Fozzie of Miss Piggy?

[antonydavanzo]

BELIEVE ME....it will be worth your wait. It will feel like Christmas again! ;)
MC, would you mind telling me what you used for Gono's lip? I think that the custom paint job has perfected him IMO.....I cant believe MR missed something like the colour of his lip!
Have you seen the TF pics?

[antonydavanzo]

I ordered Gonzo today from the Collector Zone. They seemed pretty helpful, the guy seemed to think that he should arrive within a few weeks.

I was also treated to Animal by my boyfriend. A bit miffed as to where to put them all, but I might donate my Mint Fisher Price set to the Museum of Childhood in London.

Any news on the Fozzie of Miss Piggy?
Not yet Leanne, glad to hear Gonzo will be a few weeks as I got mine from the collector zone as well

[MuppetCaper]

MC, would you mind telling me what you used for Gono's lip? I think that the custom paint job has perfected him IMO.....I cant believe MR missed something like the colour of his lip!
Have you seen the TF pics?


I used the same stuff that Terry used on his prototype to get that color. I hope I chose the right one cause it looks really good.

What I used was Delta Ceramcoat Acrylic Paint. The color I used is "Lisa Pink Rose Lisa Opaque". You can get it at any material shop or hobby shop. I got mine on sale for 98 cents! I also got some white for Animals teeth that I am planning on rebuilding later on.


When you pu it on, you might have to go over it again when the first layer dries. Due to the lip being material, it is best that you go over it again to get the full effect. I also thinned the paint a bit to give the color fading out towards the mouth to blend in a bit.

[antonydavanzo]

I used the same stuff that Terry used on his prototype to get that color. I hope I chose the right one cause it looks really good.

What I used was Delta Ceramcoat Acrylic Paint. The color I used is "Lisa Pink Rose Lisa Opaque". You can get it at any material shop or hobby shop. I got mine on sale for 98 cents! I also got some white for Animals teeth that I am planning on rebuilding later on.


When you pu it on, you might have to go over it again when the first layer dries. Due to the lip being material, it is best that you go over it again to get the full effect. I also thinned the paint a bit to give the color fading out towards the mouth to blend in a bit.
Amazing.......cheers for sharing this. The colour is spot on and i am glad ill be able to copy this! So how many times have you repositioned Gonzo MC? I bet you cant put him down:)

[antonydavanzo]

I hate those UPS shenanigans! Feeling for ya buddy, but at least now you've got Gonzo!

Here's another casual group shot: Hangin' Out (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2374/2275864279_66fdef644e_o.jpg)
how did I miss this pic! Great shot:)

[MuppetCaper]

Amazing.......cheers for sharing this. The colour is spot on and i am glad ill be able to copy this! So how many times have you repositioned Gonzo MC? I bet you cant put him down:)


I don't remember how many time I repositioned his pupils. It is really hard to get them just right. I would change them, then go back later then change them again and again and so on. I had more of a hard time with the right pupil. The other one was just right and I went off of that one. But I think I finally got it dead on. What also made a differenace was cutting the fur around the eyelids and eyeballs. There was just too much and I know that MR factory did not do that much other than cut the fur and put it on. You kinda have to sculp it yourself to get the right look. I can say that I am finally done with him.


I will be working on Animal next, I am planning on changing his eyelid to where it will close all the way. That is going to be some BIG reconstruction. I also want to redo his teeth. I will be carving them out of foam and then hardening them in paint to keep them solid.

[antonydavanzo]

I will be working on Animal next, I am planning on changing his eyelid to where it will close all the way. That is going to be some BIG reconstruction. I also want to redo his teeth. I will be carving them out of foam and then hardening them in paint to keep them solid.
Wow.......are you tempted to make any into puppets?

[frogboy4]

Now when I look at my Muppets they seem like they are looking back! See what I mean? (http://wijitworld.com/stock_images/mupp_group_cand.jpg)

No, I don't have a bunny, a chicken or any mosquitoes so stop asking! :halo: :concern: :) He he.

[MuppetCaper]

Wow.......are you tempted to make any into puppets?


I would love to, but right now, I love being the Muppet doctor! LOL

[drudo]

I'm usually more of a lurker than a poster on these boards, but I finally got my Gonzo this week. Yes, the final solution with the nose is unfortunate, but he really looks great! I'm a satisfied custmoer, and have been very happy to add him alongside Kermit. (I don't have Animal yet, but this has made me want him even more).

Anyway, I thought I'd share some of the pictures I've taken of him so far. (I've really enjoyed seeing other people's pictures as I've been waiting on mine to arrive).

Here's Kermit helping Gonzo out of his box upon arrival (I admit I swiped the idea of taking a photo of him coming out of the box from others I've seen).
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m155/StudioBueno/Gonzo/gonzo_004.jpg

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m155/StudioBueno/Gonzo/gonzo_007.jpg

Kermit and Gonzo made friends fast!
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m155/StudioBueno/Gonzo/gonzo_012.jpg

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m155/StudioBueno/Gonzo/gonzo_014.jpg

Some random shots
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m155/StudioBueno/Gonzo/gonzo_015.jpg

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m155/StudioBueno/Gonzo/gonzo_016.jpg

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m155/StudioBueno/Gonzo/gonzo_003.jpg

And here's the final "display" pose with the two of them (at least for now).
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m155/StudioBueno/Gonzo/gonzo_019.jpg

[Telly]

Sweet pics, drudo! I think the first one is my favorite!
One thing I think I'd like to do with mine is maybe move Gonzo's eyelids back ever so slightly.

[Lab Rat]

I just got my Gonzo he's fantastic here are some pics ~http://s128.photobucket.com/albums/p193/gluvets/

[Telly]

LoL Labrat! I don't like the Zombie Gonzo picture! He looks FREAKY without his eyesballs! :eek:

[Reevz1977]

I just got my Gonzo he's fantastic here are some pics ~http://s128.photobucket.com/albums/p193/gluvets/

Where did you get him from?

[Reevz1977]

I just got my Gonzo he's fantastic here are some pics ~http://s128.photobucket.com/albums/p193/gluvets/

I gotta say, you've absolutely nailed him. When I see some of these tweaked Gonzo images coming through I really do taken back some of the negative comments about him. I will always take issue with the nose, and I will never agree that MR's solution was satisfactory.

That said, I look at Lab Rats photos of Gonzo and I can actually hear Gonzo's voice in my head (honestly I'm not nuts...I'm way beyond!) and he really has that Gonzoness that I thought we wouldn't get after seeing the MR photography (Travis take note). I'm worried when I get him he may become my...favourite, DARN IT!

[Lab Rat]

I ordered him off e-bay even though i had already ordered one from the collector zone so i have another on the way which i'm going to do a different outfit for. I'm glad you like the pics.

[MuppetCaper]

I changed some of Gonzo's clothes that I got at Goodwill. Thought I would share them with you. His clothes are a little too baggy and I will be altering them sometime soon for the summertime!


http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/GonzosNewDuds2.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/GonzosNewDuds.jpg

[Mistersuperstar]

I changed some of Gonzo's clothes that I got at Goodwill. Thought I would share them with you. His clothes are a little too baggy and I will be altering them sometime soon for the summertime!


http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/GonzosNewDuds2.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/GonzosNewDuds.jpg

Even when the clothes are a little too big for him, Gonzo seems to look more realistic when not wearing his signature suit. Is it because he is modelled on a modern looking Gonzo and he hasn't worn the vintage suit for such a long time?

[LeanneFuller]

I like the vintage suit, to me the Muppets will always represent Vaudeville. I love the nostalgia of it all.

But all the pictures that people are putting on here are amazing. I love this group, it makes me feel like I've come home.

Leanne

[Reevz1977]

I like the vintage suit, to me the Muppets will always represent Vaudeville. I love the nostalgia of it all.

But all the pictures that people are putting on here are amazing. I love this group, it makes me feel like I've come home.

Leanne

I love coming here cos it makes me feel normal...kinda:p

Great pics Muppet Caper, although I love the suit, Gonzo lends himself to have other outfits. I WISH I HAD MINE!:sympathy:

[Mistersuperstar]

I like the vintage suit, to me the Muppets will always represent Vaudeville. I love the nostalgia of it all.

But all the pictures that people are putting on here are amazing. I love this group, it makes me feel like I've come home.

Leanne

I like the suit too but I'm too used to seeing the Gonzo with a softer look and a more pinkish nose wearing it. Gonzo had changed so much over the years. I also notice that you are a Hi-de-Hi fan. :p

[antonydavanzo]

I love coming here cos it makes me feel normal...kinda:p

Great pics Muppet Caper, although I love the suit, Gonzo lends himself to have other outfits. I WISH I HAD MINE!
So do I.........I hate the wait :crazy: . I guess the first thing Ill do when i get him is sort his eyes out then ill post some group shots! Not long now Reevz and we will have him.
MuppetCaper, I love the new look, you should try a surf bum look:D

[MuppetCaper]

I'm sorry, can't help myself.......this is REALLY getting addicting. I just had to add two more pictures of him in this outfit that I love.


Here you go:


http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/GonzosNewDuds3.jpg


http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/GonzosNewDuds4.jpg

[Mistersuperstar]

So do I.........I hate the wait :crazy: . I guess the first thing Ill do when i get him is sort his eyes out then ill post some group shots! Not long now Reevz and we will have him.
MuppetCaper, I love the new look, you should try a surf bum look:D

Only a couple of weeks for us in the UK now! :concern:

[antonydavanzo]

I'm sorry, can't help myself.......this is REALLY getting addicting. I just had to add two more pictures of him in this outfit that I love.


Here you go:


http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/GonzosNewDuds3.jpg


http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb82/tsmert/GonzosNewDuds4.jpg
I hope your addiction gets worse :) these are funny.
What do Gonzos feet look like?
Oh and Dude, you have now crossed the line and been with a naked Gonzo!

[MuppetCaper]

I hope your addiction gets worse :) these are funny.
What do Gonzos feet look like?

They look like his hands, but the opposite direction!


Oh and Dude, you have now crossed the line and been with a naked Gonzo!


YIKES! :concern:

[LeanneFuller]

I like the suit too but I'm too used to seeing the Gonzo with a softer look and a more pinkish nose wearing it. Gonzo had changed so much over the years. I also notice that you are a Hi-de-Hi fan. :p


Yes I love it, I've worked with Sue Pollard a few times, she is wonderful.

[Telly]

I really wish Palisades would make clothes for 'em!

[Bear Man]

I really wish Palisades would make clothes for 'em!

You wish a bankrupt, no-longer-existent company specialising in scale plastic figures would make clothes?

Makes a lotta sense to me.:confused:

[doc hopper]

I wish Palisades would come back to life and start where they left off.

[Telly]

When I said Palisades....I meant MasterReplicas. Hehe. Oops! :o

[MWoO]

Even when the clothes are a little too big for him, Gonzo seems to look more realistic when not wearing his signature suit. Is it because he is modelled on a modern looking Gonzo and he hasn't worn the vintage suit for such a long time?

I think you may be onto something. It may be that this is more of a late 70's to 80's looking Gonzo and by then he was ditching the suit. Personally I think he would look best in a sweater vest. But, I think they HAD to go with the suit. If for no other reason than it would be impossible to find one ourselves.

[MuppetCaper]

I really wish Palisades would make clothes for 'em!


I think it would be REEEEAAALLLYYY Hard to get the plastic clothes off and on. Could we say....snap-on clothing line? :smirk:

[LeanneFuller]

I like the suit too but I'm too used to seeing the Gonzo with a softer look and a more pinkish nose wearing it. Gonzo had changed so much over the years. I also notice that you are a Hi-de-Hi fan. :p


Hello

Yes I love Hi-de-Hi, Sue Pollard is lovely I'm lucky enough to have worked with her.

[Mistersuperstar]

Hello

Yes I love Hi-de-Hi, Sue Pollard is lovely I'm lucky enough to have worked with her.

She always seems like a nice person. She went on to practically own Hi-de-Hi after a couple of series. She only started as bit-part but she was difinitely the star of the show.

[Lab Rat]

I have added more pic's of Gonzo wearing a different shirt i hope you like them heres the link~http://s128.photobucket.com/albums/p193/gluvets/

[Kermieuk]

Great Pics Lab Rat.

Your so lucky to have your Gonzo here in the UK already.

The wait is killing me, only just over a week to go hopefully.

He looks great and that red shirt seems to fit him really well.

Cant wait to get mine, I have some great ideas for photos when I do.

Chris

[Lab Rat]

i'm sure you wont be disappointed, i like the checked shirt it looks a bit like the one he wore in Caper.

[antonydavanzo]

I have added more pic's of Gonzo wearing a different shirt i hope you like them heres the link~http://s128.photobucket.com/albums/p193/gluvets/
Cool, I love the shirt Phil!
Have you tried pinning back the eyes yet and if so do you have a pic, I have noticed that no one is doing this unlike Animal?

[Lab Rat]

Yeah i tried pinning the eyes back but he looked weird and it made the white shell more visible i didnt take a pic.Gonzos eye lids arent attached to each other so you'd need 2 pins.

[MWoO]

I have added more pic's of Gonzo wearing a different shirt i hope you like them heres the link~http://s128.photobucket.com/albums/p193/gluvets/

Thats similar to the shirt he wears in the opening of GMC.

[pinocchio]

Hey Lab Rat i think i'm starting to dislike you....

I was NEVER going to buy Gonzo, He wasn't even on my radar.

But your pictures make him look SOOOOOOO good.

Now i'm wondering how i can live without him.....

Maybe i'll just have to spend some time over at the MR website looking at the "official" shots, that should put me off again.

Seroiusly, Great Job Lab.

Now i've just got to find £150

[MuppetCaper]

I think they are all awesome. Cannot wait for more. Now that I got my Gonzo the way I want him to look, he is a lot of fun to have!

[KermieBaby47]

He looks perfect LabRat! That's exactly the fit I'm working on myself, for a shirt I mean to say. Also, I see that you got his mouth to close, sweet! Did you do anything special or does your Gonzo just have more give in his jaw?

In any case, well done!
:)
Anthony

[Lab Rat]

No i've not done anything to the mouth it closes almost all the way it's just the front of his lip that doesnt quite meet i'm going to do more pics of him today with a different shirt i'll post pics later.

[antonydavanzo]

No i've not done anything to the mouth it closes almost all the way it's just the front of his lip that doesnt quite meet i'm going to do more pics of him today with a different shirt i'll post pics later.
We look forward to seeing your pics Phil. Thanks for posting those pics of Gonzo's eyes close up, its helpful for me to copy it.

[RKUNKLER]

Here is my :concern: photo at http://www.flickr.com/photos/11686099@N03/2287584479/ and http://www.flickr.com/photos/11686099@N03/2287584403/. What do you guys think. Enjoy.

[antonydavanzo]

I cant really see Gozo that well in the pictures,
you are brave scrunching Kermits facew like that, I am worried that the red material will get damaged too easily if I do it

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

VERY cool gang! love me love love em! :D

[The Captain]

Hi everyone,

Can I join the Gonzo gang?

I've just recently started looking into the Gonzo figure, and just posted on another thread to ask if this figure is really 26" - I thought Forbidden Planet had got it wrong.

I now realise from the photos on here that 26" is probably about right and have just preordered from FP! Not sure I can really justify this purchase but I've decided to have a VERY quiet March and to sell some things on eBay to earn some extra cash.

At what point did we all go from fans of a TV show to slightly more obsessed fans? I've been a Dr Who fan for 20-odd years so am no stranger to spending money on old tat, sorry, merchandise, but £150 is the most I think I've invested.

I'm glad I have some fellow weirdos to keep me company on here :)

Will there be any other Gonzo's in Scotland?

Jon

[RKUNKLER]

antonydavanzo Kermit is verry durable and easy to pose. Theres no sign of ware at all.

[Luke]

antonydavanzo Kermit is verry durable and easy to pose. Theres no sign of ware at all.

I think he looks great scrunched, it should probably be ok as long as he is kept in a certain pose for display which isnt changed too much rather than reposed a lot. I like the idea of having them on a shelf like that.

[antonydavanzo]

antonydavanzo Kermit is verry durable and easy to pose. Theres no sign of ware at all.
Thats great to know as it makes me feel at ease when I pose him like that. Thanks