underdog6750 Posted June 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2014 Yea they are just the scibor resin pieces added to a base with various bits of other basing materials. In this case coffee stirrers and different grades of sand/marble chips. These were painted really quickly, the use of pigments speeds up the process Thanks for the comments though. Basing is probably my favourite part of the hobby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted June 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2014 So im finaly back from Florida after taking my family away for 2 weeks and managed to finish of my witchling stalker. Not 100% convinced on this model, the way i pictured him in my head seemed alot cooler lol. Maybe im being over critical not too sure? Any way would love some feedback on how to improve. The sword is definately one of these! Hope you enjoy and look forward to hearing back from you all Underdog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ned Posted June 28, 2014 Report Share Posted June 28, 2014 Maybe make the sword look a little more bashed up. Other than that I really can't suggest anything That is a really nice paint job, the natural colours look brilliant and the highlighting is just right, not too subtle, not too garish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted June 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2014 Cheers man. Ill try something a bit different on the next one. Ill be using the same colours just a few different techniques to make them all individual yet the same. I need some work on the osl. Ill try read up on it and have another go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted July 1, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 1, 2014 So here is the witchling handler again more colours of uncertainty for me as well as a skin tone i have never tried. Critique as usual is very much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHero Posted July 2, 2014 Report Share Posted July 2, 2014 Since your looking for critique I will throw my opinions out there. I haven't taken many art classes so I may not use good terminology: 1. My eye isn't really drawn to one particular area on the model (nothing stands out, which may be what your going for all I know) 2. Her coat is really well done on the back the shading and hilights could not be done better. They blend perfectly. Shadows on the tail of the coat look really good. 3. Really like her base. Has the just the right amount of positive space, not too busy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted July 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 2, 2014 Thanks Its great to get some feed back. Basing is one of my favourite parts of the painting/modeling process. With regards to a focal point on minis. I usually don't aim for this per say. I do it a bit more subtly in this case it was the red waist band and pink hair. I was hoping the hair would have achieved this, but there isn't much of it. I think on my next model i will try get a strong focal point in one area and see how it looks. Thanks again for the great comments Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted July 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2014 So heres a few update pictures. I feel the OSL and sword turned out better thanks to the comments and suggestions from some of you guys. The static grass has yet to be cleaned off properly as the glue was still drying. Also included is a pic of the Faction so far. With regards to the new base this will tie in as the rest of the crew and faction expands, or at least it does in my head Any way as always critique is sought as i am constantly trying to improve my skills as a painter Cheers Underdog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHero Posted July 9, 2014 Report Share Posted July 9, 2014 I think the swords turned out really well, definitelly have the glowing going on. My only nit pick is that on the base his feet look like he just mowed the lawn. The grass looks more like it is on his feet than him standing on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted July 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2014 I havnt cleaned that up yet as i am currently trying to find his foot! It snapped off whilst pinning him and ive lost it its some where in the rug. Spent 20 minutes searching but not given up hope just yet glad the sword has came out nicely though. IM sure next time i do the swords ill be able to get the effect looking a bit smoother. Its all a learning process that i am really enjoying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viruk Posted July 9, 2014 Report Share Posted July 9, 2014 Very nice paintjob, the cloak looks great and the OSL is really well done. As for the missing part - try putting a stocking on your vacuum tube, this should help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(Sarcasm) Posted July 10, 2014 Report Share Posted July 10, 2014 Nice Witchlings and Death Marshalls! awesome bases too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGHTHATER Posted July 10, 2014 Report Share Posted July 10, 2014 Underdogs, I really like your work over, but I think you need to foresee the end looks of models before painting them all the way through. Your guardians back is at some strange angle backwards and is not standing straight or leaning forward and that looks odd. Your witchling handler is very monotone. Why would she dress so monotone and then dye your hair purple or pink to stand out? It looks odd. All your models are very well painted and well based. The witchling is amazing looking. Nighthater Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted July 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2014 (edited) Cheers for all the comments. @Viruk, thanks for the excellent idea! I gave it a try after reading and unfortunately couldn't find the foot my only thoughts are that it got caught in my clothes and it has fallen else where or on my way to work. @ nighthater, i know where you are comming from. The guardian is positioned so that he is blocking with shield against a height 2 model hence the awkward pose. The legs also snapped just below the hip joints while stripping him so i was ver limitied with how i could balance/position him. wmWith regards the handeler. I want the entire sonnia crew to have a uniformed look, hence all the browns and beige. The purple hair was more of an impulse to draw attention and break the monotonous look. I guess it works for some and not for others. I appreciate the feed back greatly and glad you enjoyed at least one of the minis I personally think the crew as a whole with the limited colour pallet is starting to take shape and am pleased with it. Like i mentioned this is all an experiment for me and a learning experience. Thanks again for the comments folks and i appreciate the critique:) I will hopefully have more for you early next week Edited July 10, 2014 by underdog6750 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ned Posted July 12, 2014 Report Share Posted July 12, 2014 That handler is stunning. I love your highlighting work on her. <*joke*>BTW if you don't bring that to 'Not a Bad Thing' so I can see it in person you'll leave me no choice but to disqualify you :-) <*/joke*> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted July 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2014 Haha don't worry she will be there. I only play guild at the minute. Have a big resser project to start soon. Currently working on the purifying flame and Sam hops Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted February 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2015 Well i havnt posted on here in a very long (about 7 months) Not much to report in my absent time. Been playing a few other games but mainly decorating the house in preparation for a new arrival to the family, a third daughter Anyways enough excuses for not painting here is a WIP, i have spent about 1.5 hours on here (including a resin base) so far. Quite pleased with the results myself as it is an entirely differnt style of painting for me. I would really appreciate some C&C on these, granted the picture isnt the best. Once she is finished i will post more picture up with my actual camera Thanks in advance Underdog PS yes i am back playing filthy ressers now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zFiend Posted February 16, 2015 Report Share Posted February 16, 2015 PS yes i am back playing filthy ressers now This is just the forums talking. There is nothing filthy in Rezzers. Anyway, the Belle looks really good, can't wait to see more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted February 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2015 Thanks zfiend, i know ressers are the one true faction unlike that crutch faction (neverborn) lol Any way here is the dirty lady finished. Im sure some people may pick up on the theme I am going for, i will be carrying this through the entire faction through varying degrees Anyways comments and critique will be much appreciated. NOTE. I have uploaded several photos of the model with differnt backgraounds and lighting. If people let me know which one looks best that would also be great. Thanks again Underdog 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinweasel Posted March 9, 2015 Report Share Posted March 9, 2015 I've read through more or less your whole thread and your painting has definitely improved over 3-odd years. The most recent figures are solidly done, and I love the highlights and shading on the Stalkers. The issue with the Handler is not necessarily the painting or the hair color - personally I think if you wanted to put a little more work in and add some glazing to tone down from say the waist downwards, that would draw attention to the face and hair because at present she's painted in all lighter shades from top to bottom. So far as the above pics, I really love the more "pastel" look of the Belle, and I think out of the pictures the very first one shows off the figure the best. I'd recommend maybe a neutral gray background if you've got one. I also see you talking about your photo setup and figgered I'd throw out a link to a light diffusion box I made myself for taking pictures - very cheap to make and still going strong for about 10 years now. (For my own backgrounds, I used to use a blue sheet of paper, then a blue gradient, now I'm using a neutral gray random-pattern image I printed from the Internet on a sheet of printer paper. It really depends on the figure as darker backgrounds play up colors IMO and diminish shading, whereas lighter backgrounds seem to play up contrast and mute colors - the lower ones you posted are way, way too "busy.") http://tinweasel.blogspot.com/2015/03/tutorial-cheap-n-easy-light-diffusion.html 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted March 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2015 @TINWEASLE thanks very much for the tips/advice. Unfortunately I had already taken pictures of my next few minatures before reading your post and link how ever i do promise to have better photos taken for next time! As always I am always looking for comments and replies to my post. Not for ego boost's but for ways to improve and get an outsiders unbiased oppinion on what works. Over the years since starting on this forum i have had lots of help and some great advice. This has lead me to where I am today so thank you to everyone on here for all the help. It has even lead me to earning a few quid through painting Its also been a great asset to look at other peoples styles and take little bits from everyone. My main goal is not to emulate other people but to finaly develope a technique/style that I am really happy with! Any way enough of my usual rambelings heres a few pics. Appolagies the quality is far from perfect. Will up date soon Underdog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog6750 Posted April 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 Here is the copy cat killer, unfortunately i didnt have time to set up my camera or a back drop so a tea towel had to sufice lol. Ive gone for a wet look to have the little drain underneath him over flow. I need to get some sort of resin to make a few splashes like he is dancing in the rain. Anyone who has experience doing this your advice would be greatly apprichiated I also need to trim the grass slightly as its a bit long still. As always C & C's welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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