A Talk With Star Wars Creature Designer Chris Walas

Bespin refugee - February 02, 2023
Regal Robot/b> talks to Chris Walas who designed creatures, such as "Ree-Yees" and "Squidhead", among others, for Return Of The Jedi.



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Bespin refugee - 2024-01-10 @ 2:59 pm

Available for preorder from our sponsor,Big Bad Toy Store$599.99Estimated to arrive 1st Quarter 2024This very special Prune Face Concept Maquette Replica - Tom St. Amand Legacy Edition goes beyond a signature edition to provide each owner with a truly unique work-of-art.Limited to just 83 pieces, each hand-painted maquette in this unprecedented Legacy Edition will include a premium expanded plaque including a one-of-a-kind sketch, each one dreamed-up and hand-drawn by veteran ILM creature artist, Tom St. Amand! The included 3 5/8" wide sketch comes beautifully matted within an 5"x7" frame that also houses a hand-numbered metal nameplate, hand-signed by St. Amand. That frame can either stand on a table top or hang on a wall.This maquette was the first step in designing the "Prune Face" creatures that would show up in the Rebel briefing scene in the final film. With hands-on access to the original film artifact and high resolution 3D scanning, our team crafted a faithful recreation of the concept maquette for this mysterious alien from the movie.Product Features10.75 inches tall (27.3cm)1/1 ScaleMade of heavy resin and woodBased on the Star Wars: Return of the Jedi filmPlaques are hand-signed by sculptor Tom St. AmandOriginal, hand-drawn artwork includedHand-painted work of artLimited edition of 83 piecesBox ContentsPrune Face maquetteHand-drawn original Prune Face artworkSigned and numbered plaqueShipping Restriction - USA OnlyThis item can only be shipped to addresses in the United States (USA).

Bespin refugee - 2023-11-08 @ 3:42 pm

Coming November 14th fromRegal RobotCOMING 11/14 Archive Collection Rancor Concept Maquette Replica!Nov 7th 2023Phil Tippett Rancor sketch and autograph with prop replica maquetteCOMING 11/14/23! Rancor Concept Maquette Replica Signature and Legacy Editions!The latest addition to our Archive Collection is the Rancor Concept Maquette Replica. The classic creature from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi is part of our Star Wars Archive Collection, a continuation and expansion of our work creating authentic replicas with impeccable lineage.Along with a Signature Edition of just 150 pieces, each of which comes with a plaque hand-signed by creature sculptor, Phil Tippett were also offering a very special Phil Tippett Legacy Edition which goes beyond a signature edition to provide each owner with a truly unique work-of-art.Limited to just 100 pieces, each hand-painted maquette in this unprecedented Legacy Edition will include a premium expanded plaque including a one-of-a-kind Rancor scene sketch, each one dreamed-up and hand-drawn by legendary creature creator Phil Tippett!This maquette was the first step in designing the classic Rancor creature. With hands-on access to the original film artifact and high resolution 3D scanning, our team crafted a faithful recreation of the concept maquette for this fan-favorite beast from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.At approximately 10.75 tall (including the wood display base), each is cast in heavy resin. 100% made in the U.S.A., every replica in this edition is meticulously hand painted by the artists in our New York studio, making each a unique tribute to the artistry involved behind the scenes of our favorite films!Do not miss this extraordinary opportunity to bring home not just an authentic replica, scanned from the original artifact, but also an original work of art with a direct connection to the artists that inspire us!The Signature Edition is priced at $1299 and the Legacy Edition $1699. Both editions will be available to order on 11/14/23 at Noon EST.

Bespin refugee - 2023-10-11 @ 2:42 pm
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Droopy McCool Maquette Limited Edition ReplicaAvailable for pre-order from our sponsor,Big Bad Toy Store$319.99Estimated to arrive Late 4th Quarter 2023This signature edition Droopy McCool bust maquette replica is part of our Star Wars Archive Collection, a continuation and expansion of our work creating authentic replicas with impeccable lineage. Droopy was the wind-instrument playing Kitonak from the Max Rebo Band showcased in the palace of Jabba the Hutt.This maquette was the first step in designing the classic character. With hands-on access to the original film artifact and high resolution 3D scanning, our team crafted a faithful recreation of the concept maquette for this fan-favorite alien character from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.Each approximately 4.5" tall (including the wood display base) bust is cast in solid, heavy resin. 100% made in the U.S.A., every replica in this edition is meticulously hand painted by the artists in our New York studio, making each a unique tribute to the artistry involved behind the scenes of our favorite films!Each statue in this limited edition includes a metal plaque and is hand packed in a gloss black box with die-cut foam insert and COA. The plaques for the signature edition were hand-signed by creature technician, Jeanne Lauren, who helped bring the costume and character to life.Each statue in this limited edition includes a metal plaque and is hand packed in a gloss black box with die-cut foam insert and COA. The plaques for the signature edition were hand-signed by creature technician, Jeanne Lauren, who helped bring the costume and character to life.Product Features4.50 inches (11.43cm)Made of resin and woodFrom Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the JediMade using 3D scans of original maquetteMade in the U.S.A.Limited edition of 200 piecesBox ContentsDroopy McCool maquetteHand-signed plaqueBaseCertificate of authenticityAdditional DetailsShipping Restriction - USA OnlyThis item can only be shipped to addresses in the United States (USA).

Bespin refugee - 2023-05-26 @ 6:28 pm
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Nien Nunb Concept Limited Edition Maquette Replica

Available for pre-order from our sponsor,Big Bad Toy Store$419.99Estimated to arrive October 2023This signature edition Nien Nunb bust maquette replica is part of our Star Wars Archive Collection, a continuation and expansion of our work creating authentic replicas with impeccable lineage. Nunb is known as a hero of the Rebellion and co-pilot to Lando Calrissian during the attack on the second Death Star.With hands-on access to the original film artifact and high resolution 3D scanning, our team crafted a faithful recreation of the Dave Carson-sculpted concept maquette for this fan-favorite alien character from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. This maquette was the first step in designing the classic character.Each approximately 6? tall (including the wood display base) bust is made from solid, heavy resin. 100% made in the U.S.A., every replica in this edition is meticulously hand painted by the artists in our New York studio, in the multi-layered style of the original. This makes each a unique tribute to the artistry involved behind the scenes of our favorite films!Each statue in this limited edition includes a special 40th Anniversary Edition gold-toned metal plaque and is hand packed in a gloss black box with die-cut foam insert and COA. The plaques for the signature edition were hand-signed by the original sculptor, FX artist, Dave Carson.Product Features6 inches (15.24cm)Made of ResinBased on concept art from Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the JediMastered from 3D scans of the original production maquetteHand paintedMade in the U.S.A.Box ContentsNien Nunb maquetteSigned plaqueCertificate of authenticity

Bespin refugee - 2023-04-08 @ 3:36 pm

Available for pre-order from our sponsor,Big Bad Toy Store.$499.99Estimated to arrive 2nd Quarter 2023As we near the 40th Anniversary of Return of the Jedi, Regal Robot is releasing their new Yak Face concept maquette replica signature edition. Limited to just 125 busts, this signature edition Saelt-Marae aka Yak Face bust maquette is part of Regal Robot's Star Wars Archive Collection, a continuation and expansion of their work creating authentic replicas with impeccable lineage. Includes a signed plaque by original sculptor Judy Elkins.Product Features1/1 Scale to original maquetteMade of resin and faux hairBased on a concept maquette from Return of the JediMastered from 3D scan of the original artifactHand paintedMade in the U.S.A.Limited edition of 125 piecesBox ContentsYak Face bustSigned plaqueCertificate of authenticity

Bespin refugee - 2023-04-03 @ 3:14 pm

Available this THURSDAY at NOON (est).'Judy Elkins Signature Edition - Limited to only 150 Pieces.In this videoRegal Robottalks to Judy Elkins,, the original sculptor

Bespin refugee - 2023-02-01 @ 7:31 pm
Available now$399.00Limited to just 100 busts, this signature edition Ree-Yees bust maquette is part of our Star Wars Archive Collection, a continuation and expansion of our work creating authentic replicas with impeccable lineage.With hands-on access to the original film artifact and high resolution 3D scanning, our team crafted a faithful recreation of the Chris Walas-sculpted concept maquette for this fan-favorite alien character from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.Each approximately 6.25? tall (including the wood display base) bust is solid, heavy resin. 100% made in the U.S.A., every replica in this edition is meticulously hand painted by the artists in our New York studio, making each a unique tribute to the artistry involved behind the scenes of our favorite films!Each statue in this limited edition includes a hand-numbered metal plaque and is hand packed in a gloss black box with die-cut foam insert and COA. The plaques for the signature edition were hand-signed by the original sculptor, Academy Award winning creature FX artist, Chris Walas.Limited Edition of just 100 maquettesIncludes display base and hand-numbered metal plaque, signed by sculptor Chris Walas1:1 scale to the original maquettePart of our Archive Collection, mastered from a high-resolution 3D scan of the original artifactHand painted, making each a unique work of art.Made in the U.S.A.Includes Regal Robot COASpecial up-to-6-Month Payment Plan (with adjustable down payment and length options) available! See here for full payment plan details.Maquette numbers will be allocated based on the order checkout is completed.Orders placed today are expected to ship in about 6-8 weeks if paid in full at time of order.Continental US shipping is $24.99. Additional shipping fees may be due after checkout when shipping to AK, HI, Military bases outside of the continental US, Puerto Rico or Guam. Please feel free to contact us before ordering for a shipping estimate.At this time, Star Wars products may only be shipped to addresses within the US and US Territories.SKU: SW522s

Bespin refugee - 2023-01-27 @ 4:49 pm

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