Transformers - Universe Onslaught

Tony_Bacala · 12-09-2008, 01:58 AM

This is my first photo shoot in a while, and first with this camera. Also first with a black background. Testing things out, will hopefully get some setup and camera settings worked out soon that will make em better.

So, check out the only universe figure i own - Onslaught!

Edit: Updated with vehicle mode pics. Adjusted lighting, settings, still working things out.

SydneyY · 12-09-2008, 06:59 AM

What sort of background is this? The reflections look nice! I tried black paper bg, but the result wasn't good at all.

I have Henkei Onslaught, and like him enough to want Universe version as well

Tony_Bacala · 12-09-2008, 11:50 AM

It is actually a fabric shower curtain. Has a nice texture to it. Instead of trying to make the backgrounds pure and solid, I'm gonna try using backgrounds that have some texture and color, wrinkles, etc instead. That way I don't waste time on shadows and stuff, focus on the figures.

SydneyY · 12-10-2008, 05:17 AM

That sounds interesting

I will check out the local curtain shop in case they have some cool fabric.

trebleshot · 12-10-2008, 08:54 AM

Nice pics, Tony. It's a nice change from the standard stark white background and it gives the figure more character. I am curious how predominately black figures would appear, though.

Onslaught rocks. He was the first Universe Ultra fig I got, and he's just so impressive in either mode. Plus I like how he towers over most of the other Classics/Universe figures. I still hope we get Motormaster, Hot Spot, Scattershot and Hun-Grrr in the Ultra Class as well, if we can't get new mold versions of the combiner teams instead. I mean, Onslaught evokes Bruticus all by himself.

Runamuck · 12-10-2008, 09:10 AM

Great lookin pics, bro. When I get my Henkei stuff, I'd like to start taking pics like this.

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Originally Posted by Tony_Bacala

It is actually a fabric shower curtain. Has a nice texture to it. Instead of trying to make the backgrounds pure and solid, I'm gonna try using backgrounds that have some texture and color, wrinkles, etc instead. That way I don't waste time on shadows and stuff, focus on the figures.

But how does it reflect at the bottom? It almost reflects like glass or somethin.

Runamuck · 12-10-2008, 09:14 AM

Also, what kind of camera do you use?

simplygriff · 12-10-2008, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Runamuck

Great lookin pics, bro. When I get my Henkei stuff, I'd like to start taking pics like this.

But how does it reflect at the bottom? It almost reflects like glass or somethin.

Looks like there is a sheet of glass there too. You can see a line in the first pic.

Nice shots!!! He's definitely one of my favorite recent figures!
-G

Tony_Bacala · 12-10-2008, 10:21 AM

There is a piece of glass on the ground.

Camera = Sony Cybershot T70.

Fabric = Got it at Wal Mart in the shower section, 9 bucks. Did some more last night, will post soon.

Ktulu · 12-10-2008, 10:36 AM

You couldn't have picked a better one to own really, he's quite the bad ass

Good pics

Runamuck · 12-10-2008, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Tony_Bacala

There is a piece of glass on the ground.

Camera = Sony Cybershot T70.

Fabric = Got it at Wal Mart in the shower section, 9 bucks. Did some more last night, will post soon.

Sweet. Where do you suggest I buy a piece of glass from?

Tony_Bacala · 12-10-2008, 11:51 AM

Updated with some vehicle mode pics.

Glass - get a picture frame, use the glass that comes with it.

Runamuck · 12-10-2008, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Tony_Bacala

Updated with some vehicle mode pics.

Glass - get a picture frame, use the glass that comes with it.

Ah, ok. Thanks for the tip, bro!

knook · 12-14-2008, 09:22 AM

This guy is one of my favourite TFs I have and he looks completly awesome next to SDCC Nemesis Prime

Da_Last_2_Walk · 12-15-2008, 08:41 PM

Onslaught is on hit!

Runamuck · 01-28-2009, 03:59 PM

Hey, Tony. Have you taken anymore pics since this shoot?

You said you were testing things out before, that's why I ask.

Shin Densetsu · 01-28-2009, 04:02 PM

Bacala's pics FTW. Great work bro!

Runamuck · 02-11-2009, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Runamuck

Hey, Tony. Have you taken anymore pics since this shoot?

You said you were testing things out before, that's why I ask.

Bump! I really want to know.

Optimus Scourge · 02-11-2009, 08:24 AM

Very nice, the pics are fantastic!

Soundwave.ca · 05-07-2009, 11:55 AM

Nice!

I should really take pictures of Henkei Onslaught its amazing how much better the paint scheme is.

Runamuck · 05-07-2009, 06:11 PM

I have messaged Tony twice asking some questions, but he hasn't replied. I guess he is just too busy.

scarecrow · 05-07-2009, 07:55 PM

I've been debating on getting this figure for some time.. Maybe I'll finally snatch it up before they're all gone. Great pics!

Dark Ramjet · 05-07-2009, 09:52 PM

Nice pics I really liked this figure when I picked him up, but it's just sad he's not part of a new Bruticus combiner mold.

trebleshot · 05-08-2009, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Dark Ramjet

Nice pics I really liked this figure when I picked him up, but it's just sad he's not part of a new Bruticus combiner mold.

I think he does very well for not being a combiner. He size and shape alone evoke Bruticus to me, so much that I don't really mind.

I'm sure someone could kitbash him into a combiner, though. Maybe repaint Hound as Swindle, Astrotrain as Blast Off and the 2-pack Megatron as Brawl. No idea what to do about Vortex (U. Blades is too big).

Snowflakian · 05-08-2009, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by trebleshot

I think he does very well for not being a combiner. He size and shape alone evoke Bruticus to me, so much that I don't really mind.

I'm sure someone could kitbash him into a combiner, though. Maybe repaint Hound as Swindle, Astrotrain as Blast Off and the 2-pack Megatron as Brawl. No idea what to do about Vortex (U. Blades is too big).

Energon Strongarm for swindle, astro train for blastoff, 2 pack megs for brawl, and armada cyclonus for vortex. Though I guess hound could work too, I just already know strongarm is the perfect height if you use astrotrain for the other leg.

It'd look pretty sweet too with the Onslaught shoulders.

And that Onslaught Gallery is epic sweet! Keep up the AWESOME work!

12-09-2008, 01:58 AM	#1
Tony_Bacala Administrator Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 7,661	This is my first photo shoot in a while, and first with this camera. Also first with a black background. Testing things out, will hopefully get some setup and camera settings worked out soon that will make em better. So, check out the only universe figure i own - Onslaught! Edit: Updated with vehicle mode pics. Adjusted lighting, settings, still working things out. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Transformers at TFW2005.com!

12-09-2008, 06:59 AM	#2
SydneyY @syd_tfw Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DownUnder Posts: 78	What sort of background is this? The reflections look nice! I tried black paper bg, but the result wasn't good at all. I have Henkei Onslaught, and like him enough to want Universe version as well __________________

12-09-2008, 11:50 AM	#3
Tony_Bacala Administrator Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 7,661	It is actually a fabric shower curtain. Has a nice texture to it. Instead of trying to make the backgrounds pure and solid, I'm gonna try using backgrounds that have some texture and color, wrinkles, etc instead. That way I don't waste time on shadows and stuff, focus on the figures. __________________ Transformers at TFW2005.com!

12-10-2008, 05:17 AM	#4
SydneyY @syd_tfw Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DownUnder Posts: 78	That sounds interesting I will check out the local curtain shop in case they have some cool fabric. __________________

12-10-2008, 08:54 AM	#5
trebleshot Dark Lord of the 'Ark Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 8,224	Nice pics, Tony. It's a nice change from the standard stark white background and it gives the figure more character. I am curious how predominately black figures would appear, though. Onslaught rocks. He was the first Universe Ultra fig I got, and he's just so impressive in either mode. Plus I like how he towers over most of the other Classics/Universe figures. I still hope we get Motormaster, Hot Spot, Scattershot and Hun-Grrr in the Ultra Class as well, if we can't get new mold versions of the combiner teams instead. I mean, Onslaught evokes Bruticus all by himself. __________________

12-15-2008, 08:41 PM	#15
Da_Last_2_Walk Da King Of Pre Rubs Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Da Liquor Store Posts: 1,853	Onslaught is on hit! __________________