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Post by chemicalcaveman on May 2, 2007 9:33:12 GMT
I picked up this unit last week as I really like the models. GW's plastic mini's have improved in leaps an bounds in terms of detail over the last couple of months and these guys really show that. I also picked up the foundation paint set at the same time, so this pic is a very early WiP with the main colour scheme blocked out with orkhide green and machite red.  I was using the foundation paints watered down around two to one and they were going on beautifully. I really am impressed. The only little gripe I had was that the green separated a little and when mixed went on a whole lot lighter. As can be seen on the caps. Looking forward to getting these guys done and having a go at a little freehand on the banner. |
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Post by mousekiller on May 2, 2007 9:37:23 GMT
This thread promises to be interesting, especially because of the use of the new foundation paints. Do you find that they are thick to use? Any chance at a closer shot of your WIP?
Really great start, can't wait to see what you do with these.
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Post by razhburz on May 2, 2007 9:53:45 GMT
yeah great start mate  Interesting to see how the new paints work. I have heard many people who doi not like the new Empire stuff, but I do. And I can't wait to see your minis finished ;D |
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Post by roguetrader on May 2, 2007 10:45:16 GMT
look forward to seeing how the foundation paints perform, i like the champion/hero type guy in the middle, looks a nice mini ;D
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Post by wolffang on May 2, 2007 11:35:42 GMT
Looking forward to seeing your progress mate. I'd also like to see how those foundation paints work. Are they similar to P3? Cheers, Wolf Fang |
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Post by chemicalcaveman on May 2, 2007 13:16:45 GMT
I've not used P3 paints wolffang, but from what I've read about them I'd say they are roughly similar. Both seem to have really high pigment ratio's. Mousekiller, I initially tried them straight out of the pot on a test mini and I found they were too think for my liking. I'm now diluting them down two drops of water to 1 brush of paint (sorry about the house rules mixing guide) and they still have great coverage and go on beautifully. I usually use 1 drop water to 1 drop VGC paints if that helps you out.
I'll post some close up's of the champion when I get some more done.
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Post by jabberwocky on May 2, 2007 17:19:48 GMT
Great start--I'll be following this one closely as well.
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Post by kaine on May 3, 2007 19:40:04 GMT
Looking good, are you going for a particular empire region or choosing colours you like ?
Will be interesting to see this develop i really like all the new empire stuff.
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Post by mminiatures on May 4, 2007 3:35:24 GMT
I look forwards to seeing the troops in a better color scheme than GW, that white and red makes details impossible to see!
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Post by Tim C on May 4, 2007 6:01:38 GMT
Nice start, I will follow this with interest, I have been thinking about painting a few more Empire models myself so I am interested to see how yours turn out.
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Post by chemicalcaveman on May 4, 2007 7:25:01 GMT
Yea Kaine I'm painting them in a little known out of the way colour scheme. Its the scheme of Hochland. Home of the (old) world famous Hochland hunting rifle. The state is mainly covered with trees, they have a problem or two with beastmen and they are sort of backward compared to the other states. But I like to paint things that are a little way away from the norm. The scheme is dark red-dark green halves. Hopefully I can do it justice.
Should have more done by the end of this weekend.
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Post by razhburz on May 4, 2007 8:54:34 GMT
good choice in theme and colour scheme Ialso like doing things that are not so common, I started to paint my empire army with a nuln scheme. but I have some better ideas now, whish I will startr showing in mY wip thread soon ;D |
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Post by mutantpotato on May 4, 2007 12:17:57 GMT
A nice start here. Looking forward to see how they turn out.
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Post by chemicalcaveman on May 9, 2007 11:08:42 GMT
So just a quick update guys. I have more or less the basecoat down on the green side of these guys now. So I must go and add highlights to these guys and get started on the red side of the uniform. As usual C&C are more than appreciated...  |
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Post by roguetrader on May 9, 2007 11:11:34 GMT
im interested to see how the colour scheme comes together on these mini's, i cant really comment until you have got some of the highlights down, but they look like they are going in the right direction ;D
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Post by wolffang on May 9, 2007 11:46:31 GMT
Looking good so far mate. I do think the green is a bit to bright, but that's just personal taste. Keep up the good work. Cheers, Wolf |
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Post by mminiatures on May 9, 2007 22:12:16 GMT
Looking good so far mate. I do think the green is a bit to bright, but that's just personal taste. Really? It looks quite dark on my screen, I'd guess snot green over DA green? Maybe its just my computer. Anyway I look forwards to seeing how it progresses. |
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Post by chemicalcaveman on May 10, 2007 9:28:37 GMT
It's actually VGC snot green over GWFP orkhide green and then a couple of glazes of VGC Dark green.
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Post by jabberwocky on May 10, 2007 19:37:11 GMT
Nice work thus far, keep going!
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