Acurate Prop Making

This tip was inspired by a commission by a friend who wanted a prop designed after a characters weapon. The prop is a simple gun, not much detail and basically no moving parts, the only problem is that I have yet to obtain a good front view of the weapon. Usually to make an accurate replica of anything you need at least a front, side, top, and bottom view, which you can then use to make a 3D model or accurate measurements for the replica. Most times you can usually find a good piece of concept art or footage of the prop, giving you a good look at the weapon and allowing you to estimate the proper look for it. This particular gun is from a video game so I think ill start shifting through game footage for good views of the gun, i hoping for a good front view of the gun which i can then use to plan out the final design.

-Mike