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On the painting table – Fenris 1

2013/02/09 On the painting table No comments

I included Les’ Fenris models as part of my MuseOnMinis pledge for February, and thought it would be an interesting model to do a video painting tutorial with as well.

But in the meantime, I’ll post pictures of what’s been done as I go.

1. Priming

Models primed with Vallejo’s Acrylic Polyurethane Primer. It was a bit of a challenge as I’ve been having some issues with my airbrush, so the coverage wasn’t as good as I’d like. Plus, I can’t recall if the models were washed, which can be problematic. I guess time will tell.

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2. Flesh coat

I started with a coat of P3’s Khardic Flesh thinned with homemade airbrush thinner at a ratio of 1:2 of Paint to Thinner.

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Happy 2013! Big plans for Deff Head Dice

2013/01/17 Battle Report, Box-to-Battle - Trollbloods, YouTube Channel No comments

A little late, I realize, but the thought is still there.

Its going to be a busy year for Deff Head Dice, with all that I have planned for 2013.  I’m aiming to produce more content for the YouTube channel on a regular basis as well as updating this blog more regularly.  I put together the following 2013 Preview Video that will cover the majority of what I’d like to accomplish over the next 12 months.

Quick Overview

Battle Reports

  • Aiming for 2 to 3 a month
  • Mix of 40K and WarMachine/Hordes

Warhammer 40K

WarMachine/Hordes

  • Bring my Trollbloods up to two 50pt lists, adding to the Box-to-Battle Trollblood series
  • Start working on my Cygnar

Painting Tutorials

  • One a month, depending on material (and what I am currently painting)
  • Mix of 40K and WarMachine/Hordes

That should be enough, but I’m sure there will be other stuff I throw in as well…

 

On the painting table: Les’ Khador Army 5

2012/10/20 On the painting table No comments

Catching up on my updates.

Man-O-War

1. Base-coated and sealed with gloss varnish.

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On the painting table: Les’ Khador army 4

2012/09/27 On the painting table No comments

More work on the comrades tonight.

FINAL RED HIGHLIGHT

The last red highlight airbrush coat went on tonight.  Ironically, I used Khador Base Red, which is a great bright red, similar to the old GW paint “Go Fasta Red”.  I focused on areas that would be hit by a light source from above.

PREPARING FOR METALLICS
Next up all the metallic areas, which need a coat of black primer time help the metals stand out.  This step is getting done by hand.  If I was more confident with my airbrush I could speed up the process, but unfortunately I’m having issues that may lead to me replacing it shortly.

After getting so much done on this guy’s so quickly, it always feels like hitting a road block going back to a regular brush.  Next update may a few days so I can have something to show off.

On the painting table: Les’ Khador army 3

2012/09/26 On the painting table No comments

A little further along today.

FIRST RED HIGHLIGHT
Another coat of red, this time with Mephiston Red.  I held the airbrush at a 45 degree angle to be sure to avoid the areas in deep shadows.

The final red highlight coat should go on tomorrow and then on to the metalics.

On the painting table: Les’ Khador army 2

2012/09/25 On the painting table No comments

Quick update covering the two steps I was able to complete today.

Basing
I’ve started to base models as early as possible, as the primer coat and multiple base coats via the airbrush help seal the gravel much easier than a coat of watered down glue like I used to use.  I placed a few little rocks on as well as the gravel to make the bases look a little less plain.

MECRITE RED Basecoat
Les wants the Man-o-Wars to look factory new, and the ‘Jacks to look beat-up.  All models got a good coat of Mecrite Red, being careful not to cover 100% of the model as I want to leave a little of the black undercoat to help with the shading.

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Next up: first highlight layer using Mephiston Red.

On the painting table: Les’ Khador army 1

2012/09/24 On the painting table No comments

Having successfully converted Leshotep from his 40k Necrons to the red metal beasts of the North, it seemed only fair that I base coat his new mini’s for him. I plan on using the airbrush to do both the basecoat and a couple levels of highlighting using a technique I picked up from the Crimson Fist tutorial by my hero Les Bursley.

I’m going to start with Mechrite Red for the basecoat, spraying at a 45 degree angle covering all the model. For the first highlight, I’ll use Mephiston Red, focusing on the upper 1/2 of the model, finishing with Khador Base Red for the last highlight on the top 1/3. I’m staying away from the Khador Base Red as the initial base coat colour as both Les and I agree that it’s too bright for the look we’re going for.

I’ll post photos as the steps get completed tomorrow. Stay tuned.