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Post by animal on Nov 16, 2005 13:33:46 GMT -5
I would love to see some of the figures some of you guys build and paint. The figures are my weakest point in my modeling. Does any one like to do figures?  |
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oldsoldier
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I'm just a simple oldsoldier.
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Post by oldsoldier on Nov 17, 2005 12:58:49 GMT -5
Does any one like to do figures? |
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Post by animal on Nov 17, 2005 13:26:38 GMT -5
Does any one like to do figures? LOL ;D Some day I am going to get it done right. I try to do one and I feel very good with the way it looks. Then I go to a site and see some of the other examples and I groan. I have to do one of two things, either stop painting figures and stop going to the sites where all the fabulous work is displayed. ;D |
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Post by charles on Nov 18, 2005 5:29:13 GMT -5
They are too my weakest points. I hate them but I know I must...
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southsix1
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Post by southsix1 on Nov 18, 2005 5:35:59 GMT -5
When I finished that Gun Truck, it ws suggested that there should be a couple of figures to make the diorama come alive. I agree, but my figure painting leaves a lot to be desired.
So, new years resolution ... learn! ...
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Post by seanrgb on Nov 18, 2005 6:40:06 GMT -5
Well we all have figures in our tank and plane kits ,
Shall we give it a go guys ??
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Post by cdntanker25 on Nov 18, 2005 23:12:20 GMT -5
I love painting figures. You can see some of mine in the Diorama section titled "Hasn't got a name yet" I think that is where I excell the most really... I'd be glad to help as much as possible
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Post by Bluecorsair on Nov 20, 2005 17:04:06 GMT -5
I would love to see some of the figures some of you guys build and paint. The figures are my weakest point in my modeling. Does any one like to do figures? Good question, If you know of any other figure modelers, please tell them about this site and maybe we can get this figure section moving. ;D |
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Post by Scale-Master on Nov 21, 2005 13:53:32 GMT -5
While I have a huge appreciation for anyone who can capture the nuances of figure painting, they aren't my thing.
I occasionally will attempt to paint one, thinking this time I can do it... but alas, I have never been able to do it well enough to satisfy myself.
Give me something mechanical...
Let's see some organic replication here folks... - Mark
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Post by charles on Dec 3, 2005 7:14:44 GMT -5
I love painting figures. You can see some of mine in the Diorama section titled "Hasn't got a name yet" I think that is where I excell the most really... I'd be glad to help as much as possible Well can I be your humble student? Any show and tell, because that is much better than text article. I love to get some pointers from the pros.  One thing I must ask. I would prefer to use water base colors. I know they are not the most reccommeded but the smell is my biggest wory as I live in an apartment with no descent ventilation. I am an asmatic so the fumes will not cut it for me. |
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Post by animal on Dec 3, 2005 10:47:09 GMT -5
I love painting figures. You can see some of mine in the Diorama section titled "Hasn't got a name yet" I think that is where I excell the most really... I'd be glad to help as much as possible Could you take some photos of your figures and post them so that we can see how you do the process? |
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Post by cdntanker25 on Dec 3, 2005 12:27:39 GMT -5
Animal I'd love to. I'm putting my Merkava off until after my wedding, so to fill the void I'm going to be doing a vignette with DML's new Gen 2 Figs... Desperate defence, Korsun Pocket... soooo.. I can take pictures of my progress as I go along! Anything to help! In the meantime one helpful resource is the new book by Osprey, "Modelling Waffen~SS figures" by Calvin Tan. It's a great book and goes into alot of detail regarding modifying figs and cammo patterns as we know SS cammo is something of an enigma! watch out for the pics I'll start a thread in here for ya, though I'm no pro by any means
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Post by cdntanker25 on Dec 3, 2005 12:31:52 GMT -5
sorry for the double post... Charles, when it comes to figure painting Acrylics are the most popular. While the pros tend to use Windsor oils or Valljeo (sp??) acryls I use Model Master. Acryls are the best for drying time and handling. Nothing like having to do a wash on a face and waiting for a night for it to dry! Water based paints are what I'll be using
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Post by animal on Dec 3, 2005 13:34:43 GMT -5
I use Model Masters enamels. I tried the Acrylics but did not like them. Clogged up the air brush and dries too fast. I guess I'm too old school.
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Post by charles on Dec 3, 2005 14:41:06 GMT -5
Well, I do not have an airbrush, so that's outta te question.  |
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Post by cdntanker25 on Dec 3, 2005 14:47:15 GMT -5
nope, you'll be going old school for figure painting... only thing you'll need an ab for (though rattle cans are just as useful) is the priming. You'll need a standard sized brush (I'll get the technical numbers for ya later) and a couple of 000 brushes for the highlighting.
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Post by charles on Dec 4, 2005 2:16:23 GMT -5
Thanks. I'll wait for your feedback.
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