Yes. Yes. The wings articulate using a fulcrum and lever approach using a gate hinge and are controled by means of a sheathed bicycle brake cable that I can pull out using my hands or attached to weaponry (see my hawkman costume video).
Wow, this looks incredible awesome! You look almost like Gabriel or Michael from the Movie "Legion" with those amazing wings of yours! Very well done :)
I used turkey feathers, about 3 pounds of (tom rounds) and about 1/2 pound of plumage. Tom rounds average 12" to 14 in length and 1 3/4" to 2 1/2" in width. The hen rounds average 10" to 12" in length and 1 1/4" to 1 3/4" in width.Rounds are either right wing or left wing. The amount of feathers in a pound will vary depending on the size of the quill.
Wow, a bit pricey, but I can see why. All that work, not to mention the thought that went into making them. And they articulate! That's the part that makes the price well worth it. Keep your eye out on your youtube next year, man. 98% sure I'm gonna buy a pair (or two) off of you. Seriously.
Just one thing, the outer parts of the wings on the end are supposed to go behind the inner part of the wing, not in front, that would have made it even more realistic, but other then that, THIS IS AWESOME!!
This is absolutely amazing!! You look fantastic! I'm cosplaying as X-men's Archangel soon and this was extremely helpful!! Thank you so much for posting this! Hopefully mine will be anywhere near as awesome as this! lol
Hi, I'm making a cosplay of a Supernatural fanfiction character (Trinity Scarborough from the fanfic Abomination by WaywardSiren98) and I was wondering, about how many feathers did you use and about how much wire mesh? :) Thanks so much!
Prior to this project, I had no training. Much of what I did was self taught through research and development. I started with miniature designs and tested various materials to determine a cost effective method to creating a structurally sound set of articulating wings. The armature was designed by a close friend, who at the time was sculpting, molding, and casting a fully armored batman suit.
I really need to know how to make the frame for the Wings. I'm making a Mid scale set of Vulture Wings for a Spiderman Homecoming Vulture Cosplay and the deadline is a week before NYCC in October
Great wings! Did you make an instruction set that I could follow? How did you attach the feathers to the wire frame? I'm looking to make these for my costume: a pirate who was morphed with a raven. Please help! I look forward to your reply.
I'm trying to make a small-scale version of articulated wings, similar to these. I've heard of people using harnesses other than backpacks (corset, armor, etc), which would be nice since the rest of my costume is supposed to be (sort-of) lightweight and fitted, but I've been unable to find examples. Suggestions?
Great wings. What size PVC did you use? Love the door hinges idea. What are you using at the bottom of the wing on the backpack? Are they flag pole holders? Thanks for posting
There are already making robotic arms controlled by your mind. Now just do the same thing but with wings. It probally wont be finished in my life time but I know its possible
Hi Been reading some of the comments and would like to say what a great set of wings, they are awesome, I am also wondering there is a mention of a starter pack or are you willing to be paid to make a set? regards
I would rather build a new pair so you can pick the color and I can design it to fit you. I would also add in extra reinforcements and better articulation. I have yet to be offered an amount worthy of consideration to start another project. It is very labor intensive, but if paid a deposit up front for supplies it is likely that I can complete a set in 6-8 weeks (before halloween 2012)
Excellent building, looks very cool. I think if you can manage to change the "flapping" motion in the way that you can spread your arms out parallel to the wings it would look even better instead of having to move your arms downwards. Maybe just rerouting the wires would do the trick. Just a suggestion. =)
Can you PLEASE make a video on how you made those wings, I think they'll be perfect for my BurningGreymon costume since the size is about right, so is the shape, all that's different is the color, I need orange.
hey if it is not to much trouble could you post a video on how you made the wings? i myself am trying to make wings kinda like that and me and my dad just dont know how to make it work.
wow your wings are amazing! they are so realistic looking! I'm going to be making a pair of wings for a cosplay of one of my own characters.I have a basic idea on how I'm going to make the wings my problem is i don't know where to find the feathers. i need big black ones like the ones you used for your wings. so i was wondering if you could tell me where you got the feathers for your wings? and again i must say those wings are incredible!
Hey, I'm curious what the base of that harness is. The part where the wing bones (tubes) meet the wooden harness board. That metal bit. I'm making my own pair and would definitely appreciate the help, thanks!
Really cool ! I can´t help but wonder how you got through doors wearing them XD I mean the look awesome but you can´t not knock stuff down with them , can you?
Hey, amazing job! I was curious how much the wings weigh? And I noticed you said you are working on a lighter model...how much do you expect the new model to weigh in comparison? And awesome job again. Probably the best articulate wings ive seen yet
There were no animals harmed in the making of these wings. The feathers are from slaughtered turkeys that were processed for meat packaging, thanksgiving, sandwich meats, and a veriety of other uses.
I have looked into this and the torque required to articulate the wings is impractical. One can use a dispersed array of motors synchronized throughout the wings or two primary motors with torque converters. Either configuration requires about 15 pounds of NiMH batteries (enough for about 3 hours of continuous use, or 6 hours of moderate use). $2000 would barely cover cost. You need to figure in labor - the most expensive part of manufacturing these wings, unless you can get these built in China
This was so intriguing I don't know if it's just me but the body amor looks very real in detailing and would've created a way better illusion if it were spray painted in the colour of the person's skin tone loved this tho😊❤
A-FREAKING-MAZING!!!! do you think this design would work with a full fursuit? My character has wings that size and I would LOVE for them to be able to move in the costume!!! MAJOR PROPS DUDE!!!!
Actually no I have more questions, what are the actual rods and how heavy where they? how long/short could they be? how did you attach the rods to the backpack reinforcement, and once again where did you order the feathers, amazing work btw
Awesome! I'm currently in the process of designing my own for a Magic the Gathering Deathpact Angel cosplay. Will be making the large pointer feathers out of foam and the rest with real feathers (: I have the framework designed but I have a question for you. What did you use as the string/wire to articulate the wings? I'm having trouble thinking of something not too visible that would be strong enough.
he looks like one of the angels in Dominion, i presume thats what hes going after, and if it is then why isnt it put anywhere in the descritpion if there is any specific theme hes copying or that its just his own creation?
Hey Aaron, I am trying to make wings for my regime hawkgirl injustice cosplay outfit. I'm trying to build the framework and hinges portion. Is there a step-by-step? :p
Hello! Do you have a step by step tutorial, or is it possible to get a copy of your wing design? I've been wanting to make a pair for years but I haven't been able to get them quite right. I want mine to function much more like yours. Any help you could give would be so greatly appreciated! Thanks!
Where did you get those feathers. I've been searching online and can't find anything like those. If you could answer it would be very helpful. Awesome wings btw.
How Exactly did you get the feathers to stay? Did you weave them in and out and then gluw them? And also what sort of wire did you use to shape the wings :P
if only I was able to make these wings to cosplay as castiel from supernatural
MonsterKitty Xx great minds think a like. Thats how i got here haha
Thats why i watched that haha
+Monster Kittenx If someone did have these wings, they'd become popular instantly at the conventions haha. Also, it would be cool to make these. :)
I made some a few months back. :)
facebook.com/jennyelainecosplay
+Monster Kitty Same here
Yes.
Yes.
The wings articulate using a fulcrum and lever approach using a gate hinge and are controled by means of a sheathed bicycle brake cable that I can pull out using my hands or attached to weaponry (see my hawkman costume video).
Those wings must have gained you a well deserved spontaneous ovation when you spread them onstage the first time. They look awesome!
They're realistic enough to be impressive! A costume that is beautiful and very well made all in one... that's rare! Awesome! *thumbs up*
Wow, this looks incredible awesome! You look almost like Gabriel or Michael from the Movie "Legion" with those amazing wings of yours! Very well done :)
Man those are awesome. I'm going to have to give that method a try after I finish my gryphern inspired wings
I used turkey feathers, about 3 pounds of (tom rounds) and about 1/2 pound of plumage. Tom rounds average 12" to 14 in length and 1 3/4" to 2 1/2" in width. The hen rounds average 10" to 12" in length and 1 1/4" to 1 3/4" in width.Rounds are either right wing or left wing. The amount of feathers in a pound will vary depending on the size of the quill.
the wings are incredible! the best costume i've seen in a long time.
Wow, a bit pricey, but I can see why. All that work, not to mention the thought that went into making them. And they articulate! That's the part that makes the price well worth it.
Keep your eye out on your youtube next year, man. 98% sure I'm gonna buy a pair (or two) off of you. Seriously.
You used Christmas music for a Halloween costume...
I didn't know this was a Halloween costume...
its not christmas music , its dance of the sugar plum fairy
Yeah it's actually ballet music.
Bootleg Morgan Lemons.
Its probably not a Halloween costume. I think its just Cosplay
WOW!!!!! I can't begin to imagine how you made that mechanism!
AWESOME
Just one thing, the outer parts of the wings on the end are supposed to go behind the inner part of the wing, not in front, that would have made it even more realistic, but other then that, THIS IS AWESOME!!
but... wil it fly?
I don't know, but I'll test it. If you need me I'll be like King Kong (at the top of the Empire State).
Josh Lee 😂
@@joshlee5660 soo did it work?
@@joshlee5660 you good?
No
This is absolutely amazing!! You look fantastic! I'm cosplaying as X-men's Archangel soon and this was extremely helpful!! Thank you so much for posting this! Hopefully mine will be anywhere near as awesome as this! lol
I wish I was so crafty to be able to make a set like this for one of my videoclips snif! I've made several unsucessful tries.
Hi, I'm making a cosplay of a Supernatural fanfiction character (Trinity Scarborough from the fanfic Abomination by WaywardSiren98) and I was wondering, about how many feathers did you use and about how much wire mesh? :) Thanks so much!
I'm doing Gabriel!
I was watching your asylum progress now I see you created another use for it and it is ingenious.
Prior to this project, I had no training. Much of what I did was self taught through research and development. I started with miniature designs and tested various materials to determine a cost effective method to creating a structurally sound set of articulating wings. The armature was designed by a close friend, who at the time was sculpting, molding, and casting a fully armored batman suit.
The feathers from which you ordered ? You may give the link?
Did anyone notice the cat sitting in the pile of feathers?
casting the chest plate & the boot covers are amazing....... how many crows did you say you killed the get that amount of feathers again?
I would totally wear that
Love your wings. how can I get blueprints so I can make my own? Your video went by so quickly.
Those wings are beautiful!
The song is Sarah Brightman's "Time to say Goodbye", although this version is a remix
Those wings would be gorgeous on a Howl's Moving Castle cosplay - they are amazing!
I really need to know how to make the frame for the Wings. I'm making a Mid scale set of Vulture Wings for a Spiderman Homecoming Vulture Cosplay and the deadline is a week before NYCC in October
The unremixed song is Con Te Partiro/Time To Say Goodbye.
Great wings! Did you make an instruction set that I could follow? How did you attach the feathers to the wire frame? I'm looking to make these for my costume: a pirate who was morphed with a raven. Please help! I look forward to your reply.
You did an awesome job with those wings. Is there any way to get the plans or purchase an already created one?
I'm trying to make a small-scale version of articulated wings, similar to these. I've heard of people using harnesses other than backpacks (corset, armor, etc), which would be nice since the rest of my costume is supposed to be (sort-of) lightweight and fitted, but I've been unable to find examples. Suggestions?
Great wings. What size PVC did you use? Love the door hinges idea. What are you using at the bottom of the wing on the backpack? Are they flag pole holders? Thanks for posting
Wow that has to be one of the most epic things I've ever seen 0.o
i love the back round music!
can you possibly give me a full list of what you used for this? Bolts, glues, wire, ect.
Now try to make it to were you can fly with them. Make more of them. Put them on sale and you'll be making some $$$ plus I would want 1
Its important to me that you know that isn't possible.
How is it not possible
There are already making robotic arms controlled by your mind. Now just do the same thing but with wings. It probally wont be finished in my life time but I know its possible
Because human bones are not hollow, and therefore are not made for flying. You could glide, yes, but flying is humanly impossible.
+Brielle Rowan Oh I see thanks for telling me
Hi
Been reading some of the comments and would like to say what a great set of wings, they are awesome, I am also wondering there is a mention of a starter pack or are you willing to be paid to make a set? regards
can you make a tutorial on how to make these awesome wings please ;)
I will update this video thread and my video channel once I start my kickstarter project. I will list the price for a full set at that time.
Gash this video almost made me cry. I love to have wings like those
Do you have any of the dimensions of the foam you cut? or at least a guestimate? Thanks. the costume and wings are great.
amazing. U have to tell me how do you do the plastic pieces??
i think i saw you at sakura con 2011, it was amazing how they moved :0
I would rather build a new pair so you can pick the color and I can design it to fit you.
I would also add in extra reinforcements and better articulation.
I have yet to be offered an amount worthy of consideration to start another project.
It is very labor intensive, but if paid a deposit up front for supplies it is likely that I can complete a set in 6-8 weeks (before halloween 2012)
wish you could have got some video of yo opening the wings or people reactions... but still so amazing...
That is a beast costume!!! I love the wings!
What is the song? Very impressive craftsmanship btw.
Oh my gosh, they're so beautiful and realistic :)
Excellent building, looks very cool. I think if you can manage to change the "flapping" motion in the way that you can spread your arms out parallel to the wings it would look even better instead of having to move your arms downwards. Maybe just rerouting the wires would do the trick. Just a suggestion. =)
Everyone else: supernatural!! Yay!!
Me: SHADOWHUNTERS!! BOIII!!!
Can you PLEASE make a video on how you made those wings, I think they'll be perfect for my BurningGreymon costume since the size is about right, so is the shape, all that's different is the color, I need orange.
Awesome job and very well thought out...
One question, where did you get the bulk of feathers?
Please illuminate me
I love the costume. It’s amazing.
hey if it is not to much trouble could you post a video on how you made the wings? i myself am trying to make wings kinda like that and me and my dad just dont know how to make it work.
wow your wings are amazing! they are so realistic looking! I'm going to be making a pair of wings for a cosplay of one of my own characters.I have a basic idea on how I'm going to make the wings my problem is i don't know where to find the feathers. i need big black ones like the ones you used for your wings. so i was wondering if you could tell me where you got the feathers for your wings? and again i must say those wings are incredible!
Do you have a step by step tutorial available for this project somewhere? It's amazing!
Hey, I'm curious what the base of that harness is. The part where the wing bones (tubes) meet the wooden harness board. That metal bit. I'm making my own pair and would definitely appreciate the help, thanks!
Really cool ! I can´t help but wonder how you got through doors wearing them XD I mean the look awesome but you can´t not knock stuff down with them , can you?
Very nice realisation.Good ideas.Congratulations.
hola buenas noches una pregunta ¿donde compraste las plumas?
What was the old music that played it was a great song I can't remember. It's some Christmasy stuff now
Dance of the sugarplum fairy, out of the nutcracker ballet XD
it didnt use to be the nutcracker. it was like a techno opera
oh, that's cool ^.^ sorry, I only knew what it was called after going watching the ballet
Hey, amazing job! I was curious how much the wings weigh? And I noticed you said you are working on a lighter model...how much do you expect the new model to weigh in comparison? And awesome job again. Probably the best articulate wings ive seen yet
I miss to see this kind of quality of cosplay
There were no animals harmed in the making of these wings. The feathers are from slaughtered turkeys that were processed for meat packaging, thanksgiving, sandwich meats, and a veriety of other uses.
I think I saw you at Sakura Con 2010 in that cosplay
Hi Aaron! You DID a great job! Ne, I was wondering if you recommend a site where to buy feathers like yours. Thank you so much :)
rainbowfeatherco dot com
I have looked into this and the torque required to articulate the wings is impractical. One can use a dispersed array of motors synchronized throughout the wings or two primary motors with torque converters. Either configuration requires about 15 pounds of NiMH batteries (enough for about 3 hours of continuous use, or 6 hours of moderate use). $2000 would barely cover cost. You need to figure in labor - the most expensive part of manufacturing these wings, unless you can get these built in China
Hi! Great job guy and now, please tell me. What is materiál on wings in 0:48. Sorry I cant introduce it.
This was so intriguing I don't know if it's just me but the body amor looks very real in detailing and would've created a way better illusion if it were spray painted in the colour of the person's skin tone loved this tho😊❤
Working on some designs. I need to make a more versitile structure that can be covered in feathers or leathers
A-FREAKING-MAZING!!!! do you think this design would work with a full fursuit? My character has wings that size and I would LOVE for them to be able to move in the costume!!! MAJOR PROPS DUDE!!!!
What type/brand of metal mesh did you use as your wing/ feather mounting? Also what are the dimensions of the Styrofoam base that you use? Thanks!
Could you send me a tutorial on how to make these??? They are epic!!!
OMFG this is amazing O_O -bows to computer-
i would kill for wings like those....truely amazing job :DD
Could you please clarify on how you hooked up the wire and such to make the wings mobile?
Wow!! Where did you find all the feathers?? And did you glue the feathers into the wire??
Oh my God! It's really gorgeous! Congrats!!! :D
Actually no I have more questions, what are the actual rods and how heavy where they? how long/short could they be? how did you attach the rods to the backpack reinforcement, and once again where did you order the feathers, amazing work btw
Awesome! I'm currently in the process of designing my own for a Magic the Gathering Deathpact Angel cosplay. Will be making the large pointer feathers out of foam and the rest with real feathers (: I have the framework designed but I have a question for you. What did you use as the string/wire to articulate the wings? I'm having trouble thinking of something not too visible that would be strong enough.
How about fishing wire
he looks like one of the angels in Dominion, i presume thats what hes going after, and if it is then why isnt it put anywhere in the descritpion if there is any specific theme hes copying or that its just his own creation?
Do you have a tutorial explaining how you made the frames?
Like how you made them so they would move?
Do you have any training in building such things? ive always wanted to get into suit making / this kind of stuff as a hobby
Hey Aaron, I am trying to make wings for my regime hawkgirl injustice cosplay outfit.
I'm trying to build the framework and hinges portion. Is there a step-by-step? :p
i would really love a pair of these wings.. it would be perfect for a Maximum Ride cosplay if the feathers were in a different color~
Aaron- Would I be able to buy these magnificent black wings at all?
Amazing work!
Hello! Do you have a step by step tutorial, or is it possible to get a copy of your wing design? I've been wanting to make a pair for years but I haven't been able to get them quite right. I want mine to function much more like yours. Any help you could give would be so greatly appreciated! Thanks!
LOL you didn't mess around! Damn good job!
I would like to buy some wings that open but i don't know where to buy them! do you know any good stores to order them from?
Can you help me with feather placement?? I'm making wings for my Angel of Angel Beats cosplay and the feather part is making me nervous
Wow dude that's freaking awesome
Ola adorei a fantasia. Vc faz ela pra vender? Cara ficou showwwe
What kind of feathers did you use and How many pounds of each type of feathers did you buy?
I soooo love those wings! I wish I could have those wings!!!
Where did you get those feathers. I've been searching online and can't find anything like those. If you could answer it would be very helpful. Awesome wings btw.
rainbowfeatherco.com - Turkey Rounds
+Aaron Grigg thank you :)
How many lbs of feathers did you need?
About 2.5 pounds of turkey feathers.
1 lb. right wing; 1 lb. left wing; and 1/2 lb. plumage feathers.
How Exactly did you get the feathers to stay? Did you weave them in and out and then gluw them? And also what sort of wire did you use to shape the wings :P
o.o wow. where have I heard that song before though. Hmm. anyway great work on that. Looks awesome.
ow much did it cost you for feathers im curius because i wopuld like to make a angel costume
Oh i absolutely love the original song "time to say goodbye"
Brennan Huff sung it at the end of "Step Brothers"