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Title: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on April 01, 2012, 12:13:13 PM: (http://leadadventureforum.com/images/lpl/s06/Blackwolf_05_Ambush_in_Beleriand.JPG)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/lpl/s06/Frank_05_Hunting.jpg)
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Blackwolf on April 01, 2012, 01:13:32 PM: What can I say? Cracking work Frank!
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: alone_withmyaxe on April 01, 2012, 01:24:18 PM: This will be so close, both entries are amazing.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: inkydave on April 01, 2012, 01:26:49 PM: Lordy. Double perfection.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Tomsche on April 01, 2012, 01:30:09 PM: First one I click... and I wanna get out of here :o
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Post by: Thantsants on April 01, 2012, 01:30:22 PM: Can't choose! :-*
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Post by: blackstone on April 01, 2012, 01:36:16 PM: Both stunning entries!
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Post by: Bugsda on April 01, 2012, 01:43:15 PM: The two most atmospheric photographers in a titanic battle for the fate of middle round! I salute you both! :o

How can I pick? Both fantastic, love 'em :-*
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Captain Blood on April 01, 2012, 01:58:50 PM: I rarely swear here, but can only say FUCKING HELL :o :o :o

Absolutely stupendous work from both of you.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Penchour on April 01, 2012, 02:04:54 PM: :o Sorry, can't choose one, both are too exceptionnal :-*
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: tomogui on April 01, 2012, 02:15:52 PM: Mind=blown by both of these entries! Just wow.

Had to give it to Blackwolf because I love those RBG figs. They do scale very well with the LOTR ones from GW. Also, while Frank is undeniably a god of painting, this is not the best photo; it's a little difficult to see where the orcs finish and the riders start. But just so impressed by both entries.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Andym on April 01, 2012, 02:20:13 PM: WOW!! If this isn't the best arguement for a 'Both' button I don't know what is!! Amazing work by both parties. A real clash of the titans. For me, this is the match up of the LPL so far!!
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Frank on April 01, 2012, 02:22:13 PM: Holy shit! You entry is really fantastic. Brilliant work Blackwolf. :-* :-*
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: .:Gunslinger:. on April 01, 2012, 02:33:14 PM: OMG Frank your my hero! Those minis are awesome and the composition of the picture is even better!

Do you take comissions ;D
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Blue in vt on April 01, 2012, 02:37:33 PM: o_o ??? :o ;D

We are not WORTHY!!!!

Blue
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Pendrake on April 01, 2012, 02:52:15 PM: Quote from: inkydave on April 01, 2012, 01:26:49 PM
Lordy. Double perfection.
Second that. Looking for a coin...
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Dr Mathias on April 01, 2012, 02:53:10 PM: Sweetness in both entries- the similarities and high quality in each are making me resort to some real nitpicking in order to choose :)

I really like the way the figures interact in Blackwolf's, along with the clarity of the individuals and precision of painting, plus his characteristic mood. Perhaps his most crisply photographed entry to date.

Frank's has beautiful mood and depth, wonderful contrast and painting, great dynamism. I have to agree with tomogui it is a little hard to separate the figures visually. Again, just nitpicking on an amazing scene :)
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: mikedemana on April 01, 2012, 02:56:36 PM: Wow...what a matchup. I'm picturing my figs up against either this round, and I wouldn't get a single vote -- including my own!

Mike Demana
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Steelheart on April 01, 2012, 03:24:07 PM: Really loved both sets, and the presentation of them was simply amazing.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: inkydave on April 01, 2012, 03:34:02 PM: Guys, remember, someone has to come second here. Life can be a harsh mistress.
Close or what? Every vote is gonna count.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Lt. Hazel on April 01, 2012, 03:38:04 PM: Oh Frank you´ve got some tough opponents haven´t you? great pictures, truly a clash of Titans.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Doomhippie on April 01, 2012, 04:15:44 PM: Quote from: tomogui on April 01, 2012, 02:15:52 PM
Also, while Frank is undeniably a god of painting, this is not the best photo; it's a little difficult to see where the orcs finish and the riders start. But just so impressed by both entries.

I disagree, the dynamics in Frank's photo are really mindblowing. I can almost "feel" the motion here.

I also love the Blackwolf's picture. Having Barahir's men ambush Orcs is one of these great (if somewhat short) epics of the Elder Days of Middle Earth. This is an almost impossible choice to make...
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Heldrak on April 01, 2012, 05:09:59 PM: Both outstanding! :-*
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Post by: Leapsnbounds on April 01, 2012, 05:34:29 PM: This was tough, they both are excellent. Being a cavalryman I went with Hunting, but it was tough
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Keith on April 01, 2012, 05:40:55 PM: Bloody hell lads ... an absolute masterclass from the pair of you. Well done guys!
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Faber on April 01, 2012, 05:58:16 PM: :o
What a match!
Wonderful pics guys, both wonderful. I'm in awe.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: joroas on April 01, 2012, 06:59:26 PM: Too tough a call, for the first time I couldn't vote!!!! :o
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Laughing Ferret on April 01, 2012, 07:28:13 PM: Amazing. :-*

Very tough choice. Love them both.
Frank's I can see just the moment in the books this is taking place.

Both photos are great with a lot of depth.
Blackwolf's picture almost looks like an Animation cell. Stunning

I could easily have gone either way here, Frank's pulled me because of the moment in the story is one of my favorites.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Mad Padre on April 01, 2012, 07:32:41 PM: Awesomeness abounds. Both entries get 100% for inspiring me to do better w my LOTR stuff.

Mike
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: valleyboy on April 01, 2012, 07:54:12 PM: A Masterclass, simply stunning, both of them
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Post by: syrinx0 on April 01, 2012, 08:14:07 PM: Absolutely incredible painting and composition in both. Truly inspiring work.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Mitch K on April 01, 2012, 08:33:24 PM: Truly astonishing work from both participants. Regardless of the outcome, nobody comes away a loser in a contest of such quality.

I don't know about "Lead Painters' League", this is PREMIER LEAGUE!
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: phreedh on April 01, 2012, 08:51:25 PM: Nothing else to add to the discussion but praise! Lovely composition, Frank! Blackwolf, stunning camerawork. Both of you have done a terrific job with the brushes! o_o
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: magokiron on April 01, 2012, 11:42:05 PM: Both scenes are JUST EXCELLENT! :o :-* :-*

And the background really adds a lot of character and tells a story.

Very well done for both of you.

Please, please, please, next LPL we need a "Draw" option.

Frank, are those trees GW? What did you use for folliage?

Thank you.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: joroas on April 01, 2012, 11:46:17 PM: These look like stills from the film! :o
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Frank on April 02, 2012, 07:55:13 AM: Quote from: magokiron on April 01, 2012, 11:42:05 PM

Frank, are those trees GW? What did you use for folliage?

Thank you.

Yes, those are GW trees; I have been using foliage from a German manufacturer called MININATUR: http://www.mininatur.de/silhouette_home.php?lang=en

...and thank you for the kind words!
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Mr.Dodo on April 02, 2012, 09:01:42 AM: Oooh, this is a harsh one, so early on too. A big hand shake to whoever comes second here.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Blackwolf on April 02, 2012, 10:46:03 AM: And thanks for the kind words from me too :) And a special thanks to Frank :D ,I don't think it's too early to say a brilliant win! At this rate maybe next year I'll get a draw ;)
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Finarfin on April 02, 2012, 01:07:53 PM: This is madness...
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Parriah on April 02, 2012, 03:50:52 PM: IMPOSSIBLE!!

To choose, BEST matchup yet!
Gods! How to choose?
Well ...

Hi Frank! You've done it again!
Blackwolf, great job too!
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Parriah on April 02, 2012, 03:51:35 PM: Quote from: Finarfin on April 02, 2012, 01:07:53 PM
This is madness...

I concur completely!
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Heldrak on April 02, 2012, 03:51:57 PM: Slightly OT, kudos to Blackwolf for doing an entry from The Silmarillion ;)
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Dr Mathias on April 02, 2012, 03:57:12 PM: Quote from: Heldrak on April 02, 2012, 03:51:57 PM
Slightly OT, kudos to Blackwolf for doing an entry from The Silmarillion ;)

Agreed on that. I'd like to do a breakdown of the sources that inspired the submissions just to see the percentages :)
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Battousai_the_Kibble_Slay on April 02, 2012, 05:33:25 PM: Now I see why my dad likes that Frank guy so much!
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Galland on April 02, 2012, 05:39:59 PM: How am I supposed to be able to vote? :S Without doubt, the most breathtaking miniatures this round, and naturally pitted against each other Arghhh!!
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: magokiron on April 02, 2012, 07:04:38 PM: Quote from: Frank on April 02, 2012, 07:55:13 AM
Yes, those are GW trees; I have been using foliage from a German manufacturer called MININATUR: http://www.mininatur.de/silhouette_home.php?lang=en

...and thank you for the kind words!

Thank YOU for the quick reply, and for STUNNING us with your marvelous miniatures and compositions.

Best wishes.
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: chickenbane on April 05, 2012, 11:11:53 AM: Incredibly good!
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Blackwolf on September 21, 2022, 02:45:59 AM: I come back to this time to time; bloody hell lol
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Dr Mathias on September 24, 2022, 02:15:26 AM: Quote from: Blackwolf on September 21, 2022, 02:45:59 AM
I come back to this time to time; bloody hell lol

Frank was the doom of many a painter in the LPL heyday :)
I can say I greatly feared when he was paired against me and as I was working I asked myself 'can it stand against Frank?' lol

That goes for you too!

Super cool entries both :)
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: Blackwolf on September 24, 2022, 03:07:30 AM: Cheers Matt :) your work in the LPL’s was always a highlight, I think we ran against each other twice, a win each way I think :)
Title: Re: Round 5 - Ambush in Beleriand vs. Hunting
Post by: syrinx0 on September 24, 2022, 04:59:39 AM: All of your entries (Blackwolf, Dr. M and Frank) were beautiful and inspiring. Each very unique in their overall tone and pallet. I do miss the LPL. Though I dabbled in the other, less elevated level of that fine competition it was a great inspiration for painting as well as amazingly entertaining. The entries those at your level came up with, the staging and the photography were amazing.