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| − | One of the | + | One of the most important aspects of BJD customization is the ability to change the eyes. Available in a large variety of sizes, colors, dome heights, and materials, an owner can choose an eye that best suits their budget and their intended 'look'. |
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| + | Eyes generally come in one of four materials. [[Acrylic Eyes]] are the cheapest and most common, and are often included with dolls purchased directly from the company. They are the weakest when it comes to durability, as they often have poor reactions with [[Eye Putty|eye putty]], resulting in the lens cracking. Most companies sell acrylic eyes in a large range of colors, and some even offer 'blanks' to be customized by the customer. [[Glass Eyes]] are the next most common, and are popular for their low price and relatively 'deep' appearance. While not prone to being damaged by eye putty, they are more fragile when it comes to being dropped on hard surfaces. Glass eyes are available with either a rounded back (including a nub that is generally sharp, used to help position), or with a flattened back (for dolls who do not have much empty space in their head). [[Silicone Eyes]] are a less popular type of eye, though they boast a unique flexibility that allows for them to be placed flush in the eye well to minimize gaps. With a soft and slightly porous surface, they must be treated carefully and cleaned frequently as dust will easily accumulate on them. [[Urethane Eyes]] are becoming more common every day, and are widely considered to be the 'best' when it comes to quality. They are similar to glass eyes in composition and depth, though as they are made of resin they allow for alternate methods of creation that can produce interesting, desired effects in the final product. | ||
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| + | Doll eyes can come in a surprising number of color combinations. Eyes that have a black pupil are considered 'regular', eyes without pupils or with non-black pupils are considered 'special'. Some companies will offer a very limited stock, while others allow full customization, including pupil, iris, and the ring around the iris to have individually chosen colors. | ||
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| + | Dome height refers to the depth of the eye. Some eyes (usually glass and urethane) have high/rounded domes, meaning that the colored part of the eye protrudes from the rest of it for a very photogenic look. Others (usually acrylics and silicone) have flat domes, allowing for a closer fit to the eyewell and a constant appearance. | ||
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| + | Sizes are generally measured in mm, with the measurement being the actual iris rather than the entire length of the eye. Different head sculpts require different eye sizes, though sometimes an alternate size can be used to make the doll seem more alert/lifelike (smaller) or doe-eyed (larger). The most common eyes range from 8mm to 20mm. Usually, a company will list on the doll's sale page what size of eyes the doll can wear. | ||
Revision as of 04:37, 19 July 2010
One of the most important aspects of BJD customization is the ability to change the eyes. Available in a large variety of sizes, colors, dome heights, and materials, an owner can choose an eye that best suits their budget and their intended 'look'.
Eyes generally come in one of four materials. Acrylic Eyes are the cheapest and most common, and are often included with dolls purchased directly from the company. They are the weakest when it comes to durability, as they often have poor reactions with eye putty, resulting in the lens cracking. Most companies sell acrylic eyes in a large range of colors, and some even offer 'blanks' to be customized by the customer. Glass Eyes are the next most common, and are popular for their low price and relatively 'deep' appearance. While not prone to being damaged by eye putty, they are more fragile when it comes to being dropped on hard surfaces. Glass eyes are available with either a rounded back (including a nub that is generally sharp, used to help position), or with a flattened back (for dolls who do not have much empty space in their head). Silicone Eyes are a less popular type of eye, though they boast a unique flexibility that allows for them to be placed flush in the eye well to minimize gaps. With a soft and slightly porous surface, they must be treated carefully and cleaned frequently as dust will easily accumulate on them. Urethane Eyes are becoming more common every day, and are widely considered to be the 'best' when it comes to quality. They are similar to glass eyes in composition and depth, though as they are made of resin they allow for alternate methods of creation that can produce interesting, desired effects in the final product.
Doll eyes can come in a surprising number of color combinations. Eyes that have a black pupil are considered 'regular', eyes without pupils or with non-black pupils are considered 'special'. Some companies will offer a very limited stock, while others allow full customization, including pupil, iris, and the ring around the iris to have individually chosen colors.
Dome height refers to the depth of the eye. Some eyes (usually glass and urethane) have high/rounded domes, meaning that the colored part of the eye protrudes from the rest of it for a very photogenic look. Others (usually acrylics and silicone) have flat domes, allowing for a closer fit to the eyewell and a constant appearance.
Sizes are generally measured in mm, with the measurement being the actual iris rather than the entire length of the eye. Different head sculpts require different eye sizes, though sometimes an alternate size can be used to make the doll seem more alert/lifelike (smaller) or doe-eyed (larger). The most common eyes range from 8mm to 20mm. Usually, a company will list on the doll's sale page what size of eyes the doll can wear.
