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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 24, 2014 11:17:09 GMT -5
Bob- Thanks my brother!
Dave- Glad you stopped by... thanks buddy!
Terry- Thanks... at least we have something in common... it got wings! LOL
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 24, 2014 11:43:37 GMT -5
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Post by kaytermarram on Nov 24, 2014 12:41:21 GMT -5
Took you long? Hehe, painting it in one day could not get such a finish! Really really well done Buddy, top work on a great kit! What to say more? Only LOVE IT!!
Frank
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 24, 2014 13:04:28 GMT -5
Thanks buddy! LOL Sorry it took me long... for some reason I lost mojo so everything went to full halt over the summer. Glad you liked it!
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Post by nicusi on Nov 24, 2014 13:17:48 GMT -5
Andy, you've done it, my friend! LOOKS REALLY GREAT! Now, be carefull to you base. Personally, I'd rather choose something classical, even a black base. Something not to interfere with your work. The white trunk base looks interesting but its colour with that of feathers, hmm... Maybe before choose one, make some tests, put your bust on every base and see what is helping have a better general look. After all,you can distinguish best, being placed in front of the physical object.
A small question: do you intend to let the small white belt on the both arms with that colour?
Otherwise, it worthed waiting so long.
Cheers!
Nicolae
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Post by nicusi on Nov 24, 2014 13:20:51 GMT -5
I now see your full images, and you've already choosen. Love it, good idea to protect your work!
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 24, 2014 14:18:06 GMT -5
Andy, you've done it, my friend! LOOKS REALLY GREAT! Now, be carefull to you base. Personally, I'd rather choose something classical, even a black base. Something not to interfere with your work. The white trunk base looks interesting but its colour with that of feathers, hmm... Maybe before choose one, make some tests, put your bust on every base and see what is helping have a better general look. After all,you can distinguish best, being placed in front of the physical object. A small question: do you intend to let the small white belt on the both arms with that colour? LOL! I am glad you look at it that way just like my wife did. Always listen to the wife... LOL I followed the box art and they had white leather straps. I thought about painting them natural leather but later on I liked the white look better. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 24, 2014 14:19:03 GMT -5
I now see your full images, and you've already choosen. Love it, good idea to protect your work! Glad you liked... I am so glad you did yours so I can stat motivated to finish mine. Thank you for your support! I have one more question... is the cat leopard or some kind of cat? I couldn't find an answer when I googled several times. |
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Post by dennis on Nov 24, 2014 15:15:47 GMT -5
Andy, you should be rightly proud of the outstanding job you have done on this great model.
I love the eyes on both man and beast, your rendition of the feathers is really good (you didn't need real feathers after all)I love the way you have used a very thin black line to represent dirt in the area between the white metal armour and the gold coloured armour.
I hope this takes pride of place in your collection.
Dennis
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Post by nicusi on Nov 24, 2014 15:20:03 GMT -5
Andy, as I know, the elite units of hussards liked to wear exotic capes which include panther, leopard, tiger. Usually, wolf and lynx.
Glad to see this lovelly bust finished. And hope to see you again with similar projects!
Cheers,
Nicolae
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 24, 2014 15:32:59 GMT -5
Dennis- Thank you very much especially coming from a master in figure painting! I am huge fan of using heavily thinned raw umber or burnt umber oil paint on my figures as it helps make details POP. Now we can see where white and gold metal meets... I even used it on the feathers too. LOL
It is definitely one of my favorites and I have a perfect place for it where my family and friends can see it in the family room. Thank you again!
Nicolae- Once again thank you for your support. Now it makes sense depending where they are or availability of the fur. I was tempted to order another bust from Young Miniatures as they do have different bust with softer head protection but I was surprised to find that it is already sold out. I hope they will make more...
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Post by wbill76 on Nov 24, 2014 16:31:56 GMT -5
Nice call on the base and bell jar to safeguard it Andy! Those wings look like they would catch on things if left in a traditional case or display for sure. Very nice work all around plus we all get to say we admire your bust without it sounding the slightest bit awkward.   |
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Post by TRM on Nov 24, 2014 16:35:15 GMT -5
Congrats on the finish Andy!! Fine bit of figure work!! Love the case!!!
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Post by Leon on Nov 24, 2014 17:45:44 GMT -5
Congrats on an awesome finish Andy !!One to be very proud of.  |
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Post by ogrejohn on Nov 24, 2014 18:23:22 GMT -5
Oh heck yeah! Excellent work Andy!
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 24, 2014 19:28:40 GMT -5
Professor- LOLOLOLOL! I am glad you love my bust as much as I love my wife's bust. Way too funny... glad you liked the case. Those feathers are very fragile... I have been so lucky so far none have snapped off so far. (knocking on wood)
Mr T- Thanks boss!!! Surprised how it came out... far better than my first bust if you can remember the German and his dog. LOL You can find those cases at Hobby Lobby... I used 40% coupon of course I think it was only $16 or $18 after sale.
Leon- Thanks my favorite wizard... couldn't have done without your magical power!
John- LOL Thanks buddy!!! I'd be happy to bring it to next club meeting if you want me to. I think I will go to IPMS meeting too... great bunch of guys too!
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Post by bigjohn on Nov 24, 2014 20:22:01 GMT -5
Pure awesomeness right there my friend!
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 24, 2014 20:51:08 GMT -5
Hey my buddy! Glad you liked it too... hope you can see it at future shows I'd even let you fondle it but of course don't touch the feathers. LOLOL Thanks... really looking forward to 2015 when we might see each other at least three times?
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Post by dupes on Nov 24, 2014 21:01:59 GMT -5
Whoah, I missed the case pic before! Where'd you dig that up? Fits perfectly and looks awesome!
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 24, 2014 21:09:02 GMT -5
LOLOLOLOL! You can buy it at Hobby Lobby. Maybe Michaels too? Do you have those chain stores out there in Maine? It is normally $25 but with 40% coupon off it was a great deal. I recall you love sales!!!
Glad you liked it too... thanks my crazy friend!
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Post by dupes on Nov 24, 2014 21:13:41 GMT -5
Oh yes, I love sales! We do indeed have a Hobby Lobby now (in Bangor - I was just there this weekend). Michaels is down in Portland, so I only hit that about once a year.
You're welcome!
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Post by deafpanzer on Nov 25, 2014 20:45:20 GMT -5
The more I think I am positive I bought it at Michaels... it was buy one and get second for free. It happened last year so I am not sure if they still sell it. I hope to get few more...
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