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Post by tigrazor on Oct 4, 2015 8:34:08 GMT -5
Hello all, The weekend was great and after visiting the big expo I brought a very cool bust home. Of course there are other projects on my bench, but most of them are almost complete ("Birds of Prey" for example) or stopped due to a spare part problem (T-34/76 > waits for Friuls). The kit Im talking about connects two major interests: Japan and - no surprise - busts. Some words about the kit itself: All parts are cast in resin. It seems there are two different kinds of resine - his head is a tick darker. I dont care, as long as the details are good, and they really really are. I talked to the salesman about the main issue of the figure: the bent katana. He offered me a solution, if this wont help he talked me to contact him again and hell take care about a spare part. Other painters state the same problem. Nothing that cant be fixed I guess - theres PE sheet, metal sheets and similar.  Heres a review of the bust: www.planetfigure.com/threads/shinsengumi-wolves-of-mibu-from-dg-artwork.73228/Im looking very much forward to paint it after all steps like glueing and priming are done. As always any CC is very welcome. Cheers. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Oct 4, 2015 20:45:12 GMT -5
Saw your FB post... this is going to be cool! I don't see pictures here but from what I have seen earlier it is going to be one cool bust WIP.
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Post by TRM on Oct 4, 2015 21:39:57 GMT -5
Looking forward to seeing you have your way with this one Lucas! Judging from the review, it is a fine looking specimen! Bring on the building!!
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Post by tigrazor on Oct 5, 2015 0:25:52 GMT -5
Saw your FB post... this is going to be cool! I don't see pictures here but from what I have seen earlier it is going to be one cool bust WIP. Didnt make some pictures yet except one of the primed bust. First I have to research a bit more because of the blue - there are different sources and loads of replicas. The painter of the box art has chosen a very bright blue for it. M aybe Ill replace the very delicate tissue on his head too (lead foil possibly). Its very thin and I dont dare to breathe close to it.  |
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Post by tigrazor on Oct 6, 2015 4:30:30 GMT -5
First steps... After priming the base with Nato Black, it was washed and highlighted wit black & dark grey tones. And the kimono got his typical blue, i.e. a mixture of several Vallejo blue tones, followed by a dark blue wash. Katana blade got some Humbrol Chrome as well.     |
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Post by Leon on Oct 6, 2015 4:42:45 GMT -5
Off to a good start Lucas! |
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Post by tigrazor on Oct 7, 2015 15:06:12 GMT -5
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Post by armorguy on Oct 7, 2015 23:50:22 GMT -5
I like what you're doing Lucas, the colors already fit together and the guy's expression shows even better after your paint job, the dark shadows around the eyes add some evilness to the face.
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Post by dennis on Oct 8, 2015 3:53:12 GMT -5
Hi Lucas, this is coming along a treat mate.
I am a great fan of MJ having a 74th Foot in South Africa bust in my grey army.
Your posts on this beauty will be looked out for with anticipation
Thanks for posting.
Dennis
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Post by tigrazor on Oct 9, 2015 13:10:42 GMT -5
AG, Thank you. I reworked the face a bit, because it needed more contrast. Dennis, Dont know the figure, but it surely is a great one. Would be great to see that one too one day. I played a bit with my brushes. I have to admit that I know only little about the original characters, expecially their clothings, so Ill paint it like it is on the package. The cross patterns are really challenging. Additionally I tried some first texture highligts on the right side of his kimono (see arrows).   |
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Post by wbill76 on Oct 9, 2015 19:32:44 GMT -5
Looks like you're stretching your legs on this one Lucas! Looking good so far.
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Post by Leon on Oct 9, 2015 19:39:05 GMT -5
Your doing a fine job Lucas! I like it. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Oct 12, 2015 10:48:55 GMT -5
Dig the red paint on the scabbard! Its pretty eye catchy...
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Post by tigrazor on Dec 21, 2015 2:41:43 GMT -5
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Post by kiwibelg on Dec 21, 2015 3:41:58 GMT -5
Looking good there mate! Anything special planned for his head band?
Looks like it's breezy in your hobby area lol!!
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Post by Leon on Dec 21, 2015 5:27:51 GMT -5
Looking really good Lucas! |
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Post by tigrazor on Dec 21, 2015 12:33:57 GMT -5
Thank you Leon. Looking good there mate! Anything special planned for his head band? Looks like it's breezy in your hobby area lol!! The head band is made from resin too and you have to treat it veeeeery carefully. The front part broke off and I had to fix it. Hope this wont happen again, plan B is some band(s) made from lead foil or similar. And yes, its breezy here in Saxony atm - winter is coming! |
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Post by armorguy on Dec 21, 2015 13:02:35 GMT -5
Great progress Lucas, I like the colors a lot ! Painting a texture is very difficult and you seem to succeed.
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Post by tigrazor on Dec 21, 2015 13:45:30 GMT -5
Many thanks AG. I just finished the bust after painting some more decent details on the face (highlights, beard) and the rope. Thank you all for following along. |
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Post by tigrazor on Dec 21, 2015 14:02:24 GMT -5
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Post by deafpanzer on Dec 21, 2015 14:57:16 GMT -5
Makes me want to scream 'banzai' every time I see this! Great work on him...
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Post by tigrazor on Dec 21, 2015 15:23:28 GMT -5
Domo arigato, Andy-san. |
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Post by Leon on Dec 21, 2015 16:28:05 GMT -5
Great finish Lucas! I really like the staring expression on his face. |
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Post by wbill76 on Dec 21, 2015 20:36:27 GMT -5
Another nice addition to your figures/busts collection Lucas. Don't let Andy fool you...he's already plotting how to get his hands on a katana... |
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Post by tigrazor on Dec 22, 2015 0:48:31 GMT -5
Thank you Bill and Leon. Aint that a bit dangerous when Andy plays with a katana?! |
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Post by nicusi on Dec 27, 2015 4:26:39 GMT -5
Indeed a great bust, you chose difficult colours, especially the white (still very difficult for me to manage). But the final result is ok and you could say now you have your personal bodyguard with katana on the desk!
Happy Modelling and a fine end of the year!
Nicolae
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Post by tigrazor on Dec 27, 2015 5:16:07 GMT -5
Many thanks Nicolae. |
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