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Title: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Nosher on 21 May 2011, 10:34:49 AM
http://nosherswargames.blogspot.com/2011/05/tyw-swedes.html

They say the camera doesn't lie. I was really happy with these in the flesh but they look a bit slap dash when I have photographed them. :d
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Fenton on 21 May 2011, 08:24:19 PM
Theye dont look that bad mate...maybe a brown wash on the flesh otherwise it looks fine
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Duke Speedy of Leighton on 22 May 2011, 10:30:50 AM
Cool stuff!
Have to agree; I'd say a light drizzle of Coat d'arms flesh wash (at about 50/50 mix with water) and they'll be moving from great to outstanding.
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Leon on 23 May 2011, 04:46:32 PM
Nice work!   8)
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: nikharwood on 25 May 2011, 10:56:54 PM
Yep - nicely done Nosher - I'd give 'em a good washing too  :)
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Nosher on 26 May 2011, 09:18:28 AM
Thanks for the feedback chaps - most helpful.

I'm making pretty good progress with these - now four seven stand units of foot done including battalion guns and two medium artillery guns and crews. Started on some cavalry and with a bit of luck and a fair wind, I might even get this army finished to deadline... :-\
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: FierceKitty on 26 May 2011, 10:41:21 AM
The camera gets really close up. Remember that bit in book two of Gulliver's Travels, when he comments on how ghastly naked girls look to a tiny man?
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Hertsblue on 26 May 2011, 05:23:00 PM
Quote from: FierceKitty on 26 May 2011, 10:41:21 AM
The camera gets really close up. Remember that bit in book two of Gulliver's Travels, when he comments on how ghastly naked girls look to a tiny man?

Yeah, and unlike the camera the human eye is linked to a brain (usually) that smooths off the rough edges. Most people I show these pics to can't believe how small the figures are in real life. :o
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Nosher on 27 May 2011, 12:57:00 PM
3 command stands and one unit of Latta Rytarre done whilst watching the 'morning session'

One more unit of Latta Ryttare and one of Karbinrytarre to go :)

Then basing which I loathe with a passion :(
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Nosher on 28 May 2011, 08:27:08 PM
Now only basing to go. Then making a start on TYW Germans.

I'll post pics on the blog once basing is done which I'm hoping to do on Monday
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Nosher on 30 May 2011, 10:30:49 AM
Finished :) And I am quite pleased with the final result.

http://nosherswargames.blogspot.com/

Not quite as lectric a pace as Nik, but two weeks from start to finish is quick by my standards. Next up some Catholics to pit against them, similar sized force which I'm hoping to churn out within the month.
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: nikharwood on 30 May 2011, 10:54:16 AM
Those look lovely nosher mate  =D> 8)
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Steve J on 30 May 2011, 01:31:53 PM
These look great Nosher. I particularly like the yellow sleeved infantry as they really stand out, which is always cool on the battlefield.

The bases look very nice as well, which is always a bonus.

Point of note, I tried leaving a comment on your Blog, but it's restricted to team members only :(.
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Leon on 30 May 2011, 08:18:58 PM
Nice work, agreed on the bases as well, gives them a nice finish.
Title: Re: TYW Swedes WIP
Post by: Hertsblue on 02 June 2011, 05:10:15 PM
Great work - especially in a fortnight. I'd be asleep over the workbench by now. ;)