new guy

[CJ49er]

Greetings all,

It happened in 1977 at the drive-in with my parents, Star Wars changed me forever

I've been dabbling with TK armor forever it seems, building and assembling for 10+ years, then moved on to my Darth Maul, now messing with some Mando armor.  Always lurked here and there, then the Star Wars Celebration got me fired up so I decided to join. Having little kids (and big kids) ask to take a pic with me was a pretty fulfilling experience, especially when Maul didnt scare them away

So here I am to get more involved with people, community, friends, the works.

My name is Chris, live in the Tigard area, and look forward to meeting and eventing with you.

[carpe mindiem]

Welcome!

[CJ49er]

THANKS Mindie!

[Blue Leader]

Hello and welcome to the forum.

[NavySith]

Welcome
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[MetalJedi]

Hi Chris,

Welcome to the forums!

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

[Dax Corrin]

Welcome to the forums! Nice Maul pic, is that you?

[CJ49er]

Thanks all for the welcomes!

Yes, that is me.  I think that was my 4th time as Maul, it was however the first time I had ever put in contact lenses...oh boy was that an experience.  I was really bummed at the convention knowing there would be other Mauls that most likely would have the contacts, then I stumbled across the Exotic Lenses booth so I decided to go for it. My eyes hated me for awhile 

[Starrfox1]

Chris,

I live around Tigard too! I am so happy to know that there's an experienced builder in my vicinity... I am about to order the Anovos Stormtrooper kit w/completed helmet and can barely contain my excitement...

Quick question - as you have been building armor for over a decade, how would you feel about helping a youngling in their first armor construction endeavor? I would RATHER buy the RS Props kit and build everything myself, but I have literally zero experience with costuming/prop building and would really like some local help... if you're open to it. It would also be nice to meet someone in the community - I've been really looking forward to making some friends through the 501st!

Let me know; I hope to see you at the next event!

- James

[Darth Mel]

Welcome!  Glad to see I'm not the only one crazy enough to tackle a Darth Maul costume!

[CJ49er]

Thanks again people's

James - PM sent

[Rat]

Welcome Chris I'm in the same boat as James. Ive thought of seeing if I had anyone in my area that would be willing to give me some hands on help when the time comes.

[CJ49er]

Thanks Rat!

Im no pro but will offer up all the assistance I can. We all need to plan a get together, and/or meet up at an event.

CJ

[TD-8821]

Hello and welcome????

[Rat]

I'll be out spotting this Saturday. So far as hands on help I'm up on the other side if the Columbia in Vancouver.