A few WSS

Started by lekw, 04 August 2014, 10:13:53 PM

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nikharwood

Nicely done  8)

Quote from: lekw on 08 September 2014, 02:40:13 AM
The figures are a real joy to paint and I am just sorry I can't do them justice with my slap on color approach.

They look fine - you *could* take 'em quickly to the next level with a simple wash: it would add immediate depth & lift...and takes no time at all  :)

Leman

If you do then make sure it settles only in the creases when doing units like Austrians and French.
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lekw

Thanks all, yes i have been experimenting with giving the figures washes. The new unit I painted was done with a wash and while I am still working on the technique I think they look good. Hopefully I can get everything photographed in a few weeks.

Leman

Thanks for sharing. All the best with your WSS project.
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paulr

You *could* also have your flags flapping a bit. I bend them round a paint brush handle as I glue them on. Adds a sense of movement.

A couple of examples here http://www.pendrakenforum.co.uk/index.php/topic,8883.msg122656.html#msg122656
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lekw


Thanks for the advice on the flags. I do tend to bend them must have forgot when putting these on. Really nice looking figures!!!

paulr

Quote from: lekw on 08 September 2014, 11:46:31 PM
Thanks for the advice on the flags. I do tend to bend them must have forgot when putting these on. Really nice looking figures!!!

Your welcome, a bugger when that happens. Thanks for the kind words, the wash really helps add depth :)
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