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Heavy Handed
@heavyhandedstudio.bsky.social
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Hey, I’m Ryan. Artist, maker, guy who loves creating and sharing the journey. Glad you’re here.
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Finishing up the last few magnet head commissions from the holidays. These all turned out awesome! 🧲
#commissions #handpainted #custompainting #magnets
Collection of hand-painted character head magnets on workbench including Hulk, Red Hulk, The Thing, Thanos, Hellboy, Iron Giant, RoboCop, Judge Dredd, and Colossus Collection of hand-painted character head magnets on workbench including Hulk, Red Hulk, The Thing, Thanos, Hellboy, Iron Giant, RoboCop, Judge Dredd, and Colossus
January 8, 2026 at 3:46 AM
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Working on stripes on the Stego tail. Need to tighten them up but he’s looking great! Also check out this Brachiosaurus, just got him assembled, now to hide seams before paint.
#paleoart #dinosaurart
Painted Stegosaurus sculpture with coral orange coloring and peacock-eye patterns on plates, shown next to a large unpainted gray Brachiosaurus sculpture on workshop table Painted Stegosaurus sculpture with coral orange coloring and peacock-eye patterns on plates, shown next to a large unpainted gray Brachiosaurus sculpture on workshop table Painted Stegosaurus sculpture with coral orange coloring and peacock-eye patterns on plates, shown next to a large unpainted gray Brachiosaurus sculpture on workshop table Painted Stegosaurus sculpture with coral orange coloring and peacock-eye patterns on plates, shown next to a large unpainted gray Brachiosaurus sculpture on workshop table
January 4, 2026 at 3:57 AM
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Stego WIP pushing myself toward more saturated colors. My palette always wants to drift muted so I’m making sure there are big hits of color on this guy 🎨
#stegosaurus #dinosaur #paleoart #miniaturepainting #proacryl #handpainted
Hand-painted Stegosaurus sculpture work in progress showing warm coral and tan body with eye-spot patterns on back plates, mounted on rocky base, with paint bottles including Pro Acryl Burnt Orange and Dark Sea Ben Hand-painted Stegosaurus sculpture work in progress showing warm coral and tan body with eye-spot patterns on back plates, mounted on rocky base, with paint bottles including Pro Acryl Burnt Orange and Dark Sea Ben Hand-painted Stegosaurus sculpture work in progress showing warm coral and tan body with eye-spot patterns on back plates, mounted on rocky base, with paint bottles including Pro Acryl Burnt Orange and Dark Sea Ben Hand-painted Stegosaurus sculpture work in progress showing warm coral and tan body with eye-spot patterns on back plates, mounted on rocky base, with paint bottles including Pro Acryl Burnt Orange and Dark Sea Ben
January 2, 2026 at 5:33 AM
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New dino on the bench 🦕 Stegosaurus primed and ready. Sculpt by Dino and Dog. Going to push myself on the colors with this one.

#stegosaurus #dinosaur #3dprinting #paleoart #miniaturepainting #wip #dinoanddog #dinosaurtok #resinprint
A gray primed 3D printed Stegosaurus sculpture on a rocky base, showing detailed skin texture, back plates, and tail spikes. A gray primed 3D printed Stegosaurus sculpture on a rocky base, showing detailed skin texture, back plates, and tail spikes. A gray primed 3D printed Stegosaurus sculpture on a rocky base, showing detailed skin texture, back plates, and tail spikes. A gray primed 3D printed Stegosaurus sculpture on a rocky base, showing detailed skin texture, back plates, and tail spikes.
December 31, 2025 at 5:53 AM
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He’s done! So pleased with how this T-Rex turned out. My son loves him and now we gotta get him on the wall 🦖🔥
#trex #propmaking #handpainted #dinosaur #3dprinting #paleoart #sculpture
Finished T-Rex trophy head sculpture with realistic painted skin texture, glossy gums, stained teeth, and detailed eye mounted on rocky base with professional photography lighting against dark background Finished T-Rex trophy head sculpture with realistic painted skin texture, glossy gums, stained teeth, and detailed eye mounted on rocky base with professional photography lighting against dark background Finished T-Rex trophy head sculpture with realistic painted skin texture, glossy gums, stained teeth, and detailed eye mounted on rocky base with professional photography lighting against dark background Finished T-Rex trophy head sculpture with realistic painted skin texture, glossy gums, stained teeth, and detailed eye mounted on rocky base with professional photography lighting against dark background
December 30, 2025 at 1:38 AM
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Been using @liquitex.bsky.social acrylic inks way more lately. Large pieces burn through Vallejo fast. Ink for washes and tints, titanium white for opacity. Yellows and browns to stain the teeth 🦷 Game changer! 🎨
#propmaking #liquitex #acrylicinks #paintingprocess #handpainted #3dprinting
Large T-Rex trophy head prop with open mouth showing detailed painted teeth stained with yellow and brown inks, glossy dark red gums, pink tongue, and textured green-brown scaled skin on rocky base in workshop Large T-Rex trophy head prop with open mouth showing detailed painted teeth stained with yellow and brown inks, glossy dark red gums, pink tongue, and textured green-brown scaled skin on rocky base in workshop Large T-Rex trophy head prop with open mouth showing detailed painted teeth stained with yellow and brown inks, glossy dark red gums, pink tongue, and textured green-brown scaled skin on rocky base in workshop
December 28, 2025 at 2:47 AM
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Testing my new Insta360 gimbal on this T-Rex getting close! Still wrapping up eyes, teeth, and gums. Almost at the finish line 🦖🔥
#propmaking #trex #insta360 #handpainted #workinprogress #3dprinting #propbuilding
December 28, 2025 at 1:15 AM
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Just finished the base on this T-Rex trophy head! Dry brushing for highlights, washes to tie it together. Almost done my son is gonna love this one 🦖🎁
#propmaking #trex #paintingprocess #handpainted #3dprinting #christmasgift #diy
December 24, 2025 at 5:20 AM
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Progress on the T-Rex base while I put together the timelapse! Really pleased with how this came out. Next up is the gums, tongue, and teeth! 🪨

#trex #sculpture #painting #rockpainting #workinprogress
Rock base for T-Rex trophy head sculpture painted with dark gray tones, highlights, and weathering details on workbench Rock base for T-Rex trophy head sculpture painted with dark gray tones, highlights, and weathering details on workbench Rock base for T-Rex trophy head sculpture painted with dark gray tones, highlights, and weathering details on workbench Rock base for T-Rex trophy head sculpture painted with dark gray tones, highlights, and weathering details on workbench
December 23, 2025 at 11:40 PM
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Up close with the T-Rex as I lay in pink and dark fleshy tones under the scales. Light scales need dark tones around them, dark scales need pink flesh for contrast. Then blend it all into a natural gradient. So far I’m stoked! 🦖
#trex #sculpture #painting #airbrushing #workinprogress
Close up detail shots of T-Rex trophy head sculpture showing pink fleshy tones painted between green scales for contrast and depth Close up detail shots of T-Rex trophy head sculpture showing pink fleshy tones painted between green scales for contrast and depth Close up detail shots of T-Rex trophy head sculpture showing pink fleshy tones painted between green scales for contrast and depth Close up detail shots of T-Rex trophy head sculpture showing pink fleshy tones painted between green scales for contrast and depth
December 22, 2025 at 4:08 AM
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Quick progress shots before tonight’s session. Did a few shadow passes in the crevices between the large scales. Tonight we hit the scale surfaces with the airbrush to make them pop! 🦖
#trex #sculpture #painting #airbrushing #workinprogress
Large T-Rex trophy head sculpture with green and brown scale coloring, pink mouth interior, shadow work in crevices between scales, on workbench Large T-Rex trophy head sculpture with green and brown scale coloring, pink mouth interior, shadow work in crevices between scales, on workbench Large T-Rex trophy head sculpture with green and brown scale coloring, pink mouth interior, shadow work in crevices between scales, on workbench Large T-Rex trophy head sculpture with green and brown scale coloring, pink mouth interior, shadow work in crevices between scales, on workbench
December 20, 2025 at 2:52 AM
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Laid down a few different shades of shadows on the T-Rex before washes and highlights. Already loving where this is headed! 🦖
#trex #sculpture #painting #airbrushing #workinprogress
Large T-Rex trophy head sculpture with brown base coat and shadow layers applied showing depth in scales, on workbench with painting supplies Large T-Rex trophy head sculpture with brown base coat and shadow layers applied showing depth in scales, on workbench with painting supplies Large T-Rex trophy head sculpture with brown base coat and shadow layers applied showing depth in scales, on workbench with painting supplies Large T-Rex trophy head sculpture with brown base coat and shadow layers applied showing depth in scales, on workbench with painting supplies
December 18, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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Loving this new SmallRig phone rig great for first person shots or anything away from the workbench. Makes capturing the process so much easier!

#smallrig #contentcreation #behindthescenes #workshop #iphonefilmmaking
SmallRig phone cage with dual handles, Rode Wireless GO receiver, and iPhone on tripod in workshop, T-Rex sculpture visible in spray booth background SmallRig phone cage with dual handles, Rode Wireless GO receiver, and iPhone on tripod in workshop, T-Rex sculpture visible in spray booth background SmallRig phone cage with dual handles, Rode Wireless GO receiver, and iPhone on tripod in workshop, T-Rex sculpture visible in spray booth background
December 15, 2025 at 2:05 AM
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Workbench sticker progress 🔥 Getting closer to full coverage thanks to Born Scum, Half Sumo, and Monument Hobbies! Some day this thing will be completely covered. Always looking for more 👀

#workbench #stickers #workshop #makerspace #stickerbomb
Black workbench covered in colorful stickers from Half Sumo, Born Scum, Monument Hobbies and others, T-Rex trophy head sculpture visible in background Black workbench covered in colorful stickers from Half Sumo, Born Scum, Monument Hobbies and others, T-Rex trophy head sculpture visible in background Black workbench covered in colorful stickers from Half Sumo, Born Scum, Monument Hobbies and others, T-Rex trophy head sculpture visible in background Black workbench covered in colorful stickers from Half Sumo, Born Scum, Monument Hobbies and others, T-Rex trophy head sculpture visible in background
December 13, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Been sanding and filling seams with Bondo spot putty on the T-Rex. Not perfect but getting close - hoping one more primer pass brings it together. Base coats this weekend! 🦖

#trex #sculpture #3dprintedart #trophyhead #workinprogress
Large 3D printed T-Rex trophy head sculpture with gray primer and pink Bondo spot putty on seams, detailed scales and open jaw, workshop setting Large 3D printed T-Rex trophy head sculpture with gray primer and pink Bondo spot putty on seams, detailed scales and open jaw, workshop setting Large 3D printed T-Rex trophy head sculpture with gray primer and pink Bondo spot putty on seams, detailed scales and open jaw, workshop setting Large 3D printed T-Rex trophy head sculpture with gray primer and pink Bondo spot putty on seams, detailed scales and open jaw, workshop setting
December 12, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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First primer coat on the T-Rex! Priming helps you see where you actually are with seams and gap filling easier to spot what needs work when it’s all one color. More sanding to go but getting there 🦖

#trex #sculpture #3dprintedart #trophyhead #workinprogress
December 9, 2025 at 1:23 AM
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Lo-Fi Workbench Vibes 🎨 Got all the gaps filled with Milliput on this big guy ready for sanding and priming! Sometimes you gotta slow down and appreciate where you’re at 🦖

#lofiworkbench #trex #sculpture #3dprintedart #trophyhead
December 7, 2025 at 4:11 AM
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Making a mess gap filling this big guy tonight but I’m having a great time! Trying to be more mindful of recording everything for a build video. Learning to stop worrying about perfect and just go for it 🦖

#trex #propmaking #3dprinting #largescaleprops #workinprogress
Large 3D printed T-Rex trophy head on rocky base in workshop setting, multi-colored assembled parts showing gap filling work in progress, camera on tripod visible in background Large 3D printed T-Rex trophy head on rocky base in workshop setting, multi-colored assembled parts showing gap filling work in progress, camera on tripod visible in background Large 3D printed T-Rex trophy head on rocky base in workshop setting, multi-colored assembled parts showing gap filling work in progress, camera on tripod visible in background
December 6, 2025 at 6:23 AM
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First YouTube video is LIVE! 🎬

Made a welcome video introducing Heavy Handed and what the channel's all about. If you want the longer builds and deeper dives, come check it out!

www.youtube.com/@HeavyHanded...

#youtube #heavyhanded #propmaking #maker #contentcreator
Ryan from Heavy Handed standing in workshop with Heavy Handed logo sign, holding Wolverine statue and T-Rex trophy head with other painted collectibles displayed
December 3, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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Anvil progress! Newsh dried, hitting crevices with Pro Acryl Brown Grey. Got the hand guards printed and primed too going for that upgraded IV look with cream tan grips later. Grimy but balanced! 🔥

#arcraiders #propmaking #weathering #proacryl #videogameprops
Arc Raiders Anvil prop with weathered silver metallic finish showing cyan and magenta edge lighting, brown-grey wash in crevices, hand guard covers printed and primed Arc Raiders Anvil prop with weathered silver metallic finish showing cyan and magenta edge lighting, brown-grey wash in crevices, hand guard covers printed and primed Arc Raiders Anvil prop with weathered silver metallic finish showing cyan and magenta edge lighting, brown-grey wash in crevices, hand guard covers printed and primed Arc Raiders Anvil prop with weathered silver metallic finish showing cyan and magenta edge lighting, brown-grey wash in crevices, hand guard covers printed and primed
November 30, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Gladiator Hulk progress! Tried liquid mask but it didn’t work out - sometimes you just gotta take your time and go slow. Part of the process! We’ll get him dialed in 💚

#gladiatorhulk #hulk #marvel #planethulk #statuepainting #workinprogress #paintingprocess #collectibles
Gladiator Hulk statue progress with close-up shots showing painted green skin, weathered brown leather armor, silver metallic details and spiked mace weapon Gladiator Hulk statue progress with close-up shots showing painted green skin, weathered brown leather armor, silver metallic details and spiked mace weapon Gladiator Hulk statue progress with close-up shots showing painted green skin, weathered brown leather armor, silver metallic details and spiked mace weapon Gladiator Hulk statue progress with close-up shots showing painted green skin, weathered brown leather armor, silver metallic details and spiked mace weapon
November 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Gladiator Hulk progress! Tried liquid mask but it didn’t work out - sometimes you just gotta take your time and go slow. Part of the process! We’ll get him dialed in 💚

#gladiatorhulk #hulk #marvel #planethulk #statuepainting #workinprogress #paintingprocess #collectibles
November 27, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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Weathering the Arc Raiders Anvil with Newsh + Petroleum Brown from Monument Hobbies. When it dries it has this oily greasy look that sells the worn vibe.

Can I get a hell yeah?! 🔥

#arcraiders #propmaking #weathering #monumenthobbies #videogameprops
November 27, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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Weathering the Arc Raiders Anvil with Newsh + Petroleum Brown from Monument Hobbies. When it dries it has this oily greasy look that sells the worn vibe. 

Can I get a hell yeah?! 🔥

#arcraiders #propmaking #weathering #monumenthobbies #videogameprops
November 26, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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Judge Dredd magnet - finished! Haven’t shared this one here yet. From helmet details to facial work, this one came out exactly how I wanted. In the shop if you’re interested 💯
Finished Judge Dredd head magnet from multiple angles showing red, blue and gold helmet with detailed facial painting against black background Finished Judge Dredd head magnet from multiple angles showing red, blue and gold helmet with detailed facial painting against black background Finished Judge Dredd head magnet from multiple angles showing red, blue and gold helmet with detailed facial painting against black background Finished Judge Dredd head magnet from multiple angles showing red, blue and gold helmet with detailed facial painting against black background
November 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM