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Title: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 08, 2011, 02:34:35 PM
Somewhere on the road between well-known cities of the Old World, Mordheim and Bruegelburg, is Witchtown, a city of the damned and not so damned, the crossing point of soldiers of fortune and just loonies, home of smugglers, witches, heretics,  witch hunters and just hunters, merchants, thieves,  and other rabbles and good-for-nothings...

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Okay, that's just my ongoing fantasy project aimed at bringing together my countless medieval/fantasy minis like Mordheim/Bruegelburg and others. Today I wanted to show you one of my favorite gangs, Mordheim Frenzied Mob. Five of them did participate in the last LPL, now I've painted the rest of the bunch. Here follow the pics of the complete gang.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_12.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_04.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_05.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_06.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_13.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_07.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_08.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_09.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_10.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_11.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_14.jpg)

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Delaney on September 08, 2011, 02:38:15 PM
Those are just brilliant.

Great, now I want to rebase and paint mine!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Heldrak on September 08, 2011, 02:40:54 PM
Beautiful figures, Prof.  :-*

One does wish that GW had maintained better institutional support for Mordheim (more figures, keeping more of the excellent Morheim range in production).
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: **GS** on September 08, 2011, 03:21:50 PM
Just amazing...

GS
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Mister Rab on September 08, 2011, 04:07:08 PM
They're all great, but I particularly like this chap below. What miniature is it?

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_frenzied_mob_09.jpg)

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 08, 2011, 04:14:03 PM
They're all great, but I particularly like this chap below. What miniature is it?

they all (incl. this one) are from GW Mordheim "Frenzied Mob" pack.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Bugsda on September 08, 2011, 04:19:32 PM
Excellent Alex, love the kid with the catapult  8)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Blue in vt on September 08, 2011, 04:26:24 PM
 :-* :-*
A very sweet group of figures with excellent paint jobs!!

Whats next?

Blue
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 08, 2011, 04:42:50 PM
Whats next?

more citizens of Witchtown, tomorrow, I guess.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Luckyjoe on September 08, 2011, 04:51:00 PM
Man! Those look great.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 08, 2011, 05:35:45 PM
Love the chap with the fish on his head, very Monty Python  :D

Great looking group there Alex  :-*

More Mordheim temptation...

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Admiral Benbow on September 08, 2011, 06:54:14 PM
At least, a new project from the Prof! And more inspirations for my own medieval world ...
Great!
 :-* :o
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Mister Rab on September 08, 2011, 07:23:53 PM
they all (incl. this one) are from GW Mordheim "Frenzied Mob" pack.

Thank you  :D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Faust23 on September 08, 2011, 09:08:48 PM
Oh man!  Prof you never disappoint!   :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Galland on September 08, 2011, 10:32:12 PM
Great miniatures for a great game! I love Mordheim, even though we use a different setting for our Mordheim Campaign Setting, sort of Empire present day if you understand what I mean. So no ruins, rather a living city with political unrest and greedy merchants :D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Thantsants on September 08, 2011, 10:34:49 PM
Love that agressive drunk fella - might have to track him down to go with my growing bunch of locals and tavern staff...  8)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Teshub on September 08, 2011, 11:26:25 PM
WOW- :-*  Brilliant!!!

Great work on all the figs, I am really loving that thief!

Just inspired me to pick up my brushes and get back to painting, thanks Prof.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: mweaver on September 09, 2011, 01:45:08 AM
Excellent!  Love those figures, and you did a beautiful job with them.

Galland, sounds like a fun campaign.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Neotacha on September 09, 2011, 03:50:22 AM
Gorgeous figures!  You make me feel inadequate as a painter.  :(

Maybe I should try painting more?  :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Christian on September 09, 2011, 04:41:27 AM
Wow, Prof, those look amazing! You've really done them justice, and a lot better progress on them than the pygmies I swapped them for!  lol
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Marine0846 on September 09, 2011, 05:00:41 AM
Beautiful, just beautiful figures.
Great eye candy.
Thanks for sharing your great painting.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: krieghund on September 09, 2011, 10:23:16 AM
Great collection.
I really like the drunk and the bloke with the fish on his head.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 09, 2011, 10:27:28 AM
Maybe I should try painting more?  :)

Always a good idea, Neotacha! I would love to see some Bruegelburg figures painted by you and Michael :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: DeafNala on September 09, 2011, 10:36:58 AM
VERY WELL DONE! The minis are LOVELY & it's always cool to get in on the beginning of a GREAT WORK...this will be a treat to follow.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: thebinmann on September 09, 2011, 10:42:22 AM
Lovely as usual

Are those Mordheim big 28/32mm?

Shouldn't the town be Witchheim?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 09, 2011, 10:52:00 AM
Shouldn't the town be Witchheim?

Maybe. But *heim has already been used by Mordheim and *burg by Bruegelburg. I wanted something else, so *town.

Apart from that it's a reference to my Old West project http://oldwest.witchhunter.net/
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: thebinmann on September 09, 2011, 10:53:50 AM
Maybe. But *heim has already been used by Mordheim and *burg by Bruegelburg. I wanted something else, so *town.

Apart from that it's a reference to my Old West project http://oldwest.witchhunter.net/

Yeah I now that town well having spent hours looking at the minis, it's Just I was hoping for a second Prof Witchheimer figure actually as a Prof from Witchheim...
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Mason on September 09, 2011, 01:37:33 PM
Fantastic paint jobs, Prof!

Those are some of the best, if not THE best figures that GW currently produce.
You have done them justice.

That guy with the fish on his head cracks me up every time that I see him!

Awaiting the next wave with some serious anticipation..............
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 09, 2011, 02:00:11 PM
Another bunch, some mordern GW Empire miniatures, wish they would bring out more of that kind.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_03.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 09, 2011, 02:11:14 PM
Wonderful

Any chance you could stand some of those up against 1980s citadel? The fat guy with the goatee in particular...

Thanks
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 09, 2011, 02:12:57 PM
Any chance you could stand some of those up against 1980s citadel? The fat guy with the goatee in particular...

yes, I'm just painting an old Citadel mini, will post a pic next days.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: meninobesta on September 09, 2011, 03:16:30 PM
inspirational!

you make purple look good!  ;D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 09, 2011, 03:19:58 PM
yes, I'm just painting an old Citadel mini, will post a pic next days.

Ah so they could match up? Are yopu basing the same way of bigger for the citadel?

Which mini

As you can guess I can't wait!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 09, 2011, 03:27:34 PM
Ah so they could match up? Are yopu basing the same way of bigger for the citadel?

Which mini

As you can guess I can't wait!

I'm basing the same way, cutting off the slotta and sticking it to a 5 cent coin. That old Citadel one  (no idea what code/range, looks like a duelist with a pistole) is fitting the fat guy very well, the both modern GW fighters on the pic are a bit bigger.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 09, 2011, 03:35:08 PM
Thanks

Are those bases washers of coins?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: **GS** on September 09, 2011, 03:35:23 PM
Those four are making me want to sprint to my painting table at once!

Simply stunning!

 :o

Greetings

GS
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 09, 2011, 03:39:04 PM
Thanks

Are those bases washers of coins?

Those got coins. But I'm using washers as well.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 09, 2011, 03:57:00 PM
I'm guessing they are cents too, or are they 2ps?  :D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: Luckyjoe on September 09, 2011, 03:57:41 PM
Those new minis are excellent! Great paint jobs. I was just looking at them on the GW site, thinking about the duelists for a Marienberger Mordheim warband. Now I know I need to get them. I second the request for some painted Bruegelburgers.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: thebinmann on September 09, 2011, 04:00:50 PM
Maybe. But *heim has already been used by Mordheim and *burg by Bruegelburg. I wanted something else, so *town.

Apart from that it's a reference to my Old West project http://oldwest.witchhunter.net/

I suppose dorf and stadt wouldn't fit with Witch either, it just didn't seem Germanic enough for the Old World....
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 09, 2011, 04:03:46 PM
I'm guessing they are cents too, or are they 2ps?  :D

sticking it to a 5 cent coin.

I suppose dorf and stadt wouldn't fit with Witch either, it just didn't seem Germanic enough for the Old World....

yes, Witchstadt or Witchdorf sound just wrong.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 09, 2011, 04:05:37 PM
Yeah, but they could border with Ronstadt (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linda_Ronstadt), but that my mean changing LAF boards
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg
Post by: Mason on September 09, 2011, 04:46:43 PM
Fantastic paint jobs, Prof!

Those are some of the best, if not THE best figures that GW currently produce.
You have done them justice.

That guy with the fish on his head cracks me up every time that I see him!

Awaiting the next wave with some serious anticipation..............

Didnt have to wait long!!!


More excellence from the Prof!
Loving all of these. Did consider buying these myself and thought NO at the price.
You are making me reconsider.
GRRRRRRR.........

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: Myrlyn on September 09, 2011, 04:56:18 PM
Great job on the figure's paint as well as the few terrain pieces we can see in the background.  Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 09/09)
Post by: mweaver on September 11, 2011, 12:41:56 AM
The Prof: "Another bunch, some mordern GW Empire miniatures, wish they would bring out more of that kind."

Completely agree!  Loads of characters, those figs (they fit in nicely with the Bruegelberg figures).  And you did a brilliant job with them.

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 11, 2011, 05:23:52 PM
Baron Archipelagius von Hexenstein with retinue, one of the most famous adventurer of Witchtown, coming back from making a foray into the catacombs of Mordheim.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_adventurer_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_adventurer_04.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_adventurer_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_adventurer_03.jpg)

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 11, 2011, 05:25:12 PM
Wow, thus gets better and better, who makes those lovely figs

(ps you need a title update)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 11, 2011, 05:28:28 PM
The horseman is from GW, Mordheim Marienburg Champion, the rest of the main gang is from Reaper. The citizens on the second pic are from our LAM Bruegelburg range with addition of some Mordheim Frenzied Mob figures.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 11, 2011, 05:52:38 PM
The horseman is from GW, Mordheim Marienburg Champion, the rest of the main gang is from Reaper. The citizens on the second pic are from our LAM Bruegelburg range with addition of some Mordheim Frenzied Mob figures.

Thanks
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: Sangennaru on September 11, 2011, 06:23:17 PM
Lovely pieces, really... i'm amazed for the "organization" of your warbands :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 11, 2011, 06:24:57 PM
Lovely stuff all round but I paticulary like the horse  :-*

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: inkydave on September 11, 2011, 06:27:39 PM
WOW :o
The Baron and his motley crew are the best yet.stunning!!!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: Mason on September 11, 2011, 09:46:19 PM
More great stuff, Prof!

Your style is instantly recognisable and your choice of colours is always spot on.

The more I see round bases on Mordheim figures, the more I wish I had gone down that route. Not rebasing all those figures again, though.

It is great to see all the guys so far in a scene like that.

Eagerly awaiting the next installment.......


Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 11, 2011, 09:49:11 PM
btw, I'm currently rebasing some older Mordheim figures :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: Neotacha on September 11, 2011, 09:51:27 PM
Beautiful paint jobs!   :-*

Do you have time to play anything with your figures, or are you chained to the painting table with just enough play in your shackles to reach the computer?   ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: Mason on September 11, 2011, 09:53:16 PM
btw, I'm currently rebasing some older Mordheim figures :)

I wish I could justify the time spent to do that, but the project list grows every day (at least in my head, it does!), and if I keeping stopping to go back and do things like that I would never get anywhere.
(And my head would probably explode!)

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: Captain Blood on September 11, 2011, 09:56:10 PM
Superb Alex  :)
I love that horse.
Great painting.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: gamer Mac on September 11, 2011, 11:07:48 PM
Its the shading and the high lights that always amaze me. Love your painting style
Its great to seeThe Prof back in the saddle and producing load of cracking paint jobs.
Inspiring stuff :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: magokiron on September 12, 2011, 02:26:55 AM
This thread's miniatures are just AMAZING!

Your painting style is one of the best I've seen, and your choice of colour really makes each fig full justice.

I'm in the proccess of changing most of my Mordhiem bases from squares to round too, and IMHO thry look A LOT better now.

I'll keep checking this thread for inspiration.

Thanks for sharing you wonderful work.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: NurgleHH on September 12, 2011, 07:44:11 AM
Fantastic, all the stuff. Will bring Mordheim to new highs...
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: clam on September 12, 2011, 07:53:22 AM
This thread's miniatures are just AMAZING!

2nd that - don't really get better than this. Always such a pleasure seeing what you are working on, Alex. Keep'm coming please.

On a second thought, no, stop wasting time painting. Casting miniatures is what you should spend your time doing - like those Treasure Island ones - we REALLY need those ;D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: Hammers on September 12, 2011, 08:33:11 AM
I've missed this thread for some reason. Inexcusable.  This is old school Witchheimer, original ideas and brilliant execution, just the way it was when I first started here.  :)

Are they for Mordheim or RPG?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 12, 2011, 08:48:30 AM
thnaks for the kind comments, lads!

On a second thought, no, stop wasting time painting. Casting miniatures is what you should spend your time doing - like those Treasure Island ones - we REALLY need those ;D

I was over 12 months busy with casting and casting related things, now it's time just for my fun :)

btw, Treasure Island Pirates won't definitely be released this year.


Are they for Mordheim or RPG?

a sort of narrative adventure Mordheim with RPG elements.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: clam on September 12, 2011, 09:47:51 AM
Fixed that typo:


btw, Treasure Island Pirates will definitely be released this year :)




Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 11/09)
Post by: DeafNala on September 12, 2011, 01:13:17 PM
The Baron's Return is a VERY COOL scene. The reaction of the Common Folk is wonderful; it brings up "truth in titles" to my mind..."Oh welcome home, Your Oppressiveness!". The minis are, of course" beautifully painted to your usual Oh-So-High standards...VERY WELL DONE!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 12, 2011, 09:38:08 PM
A little update just for thebinmann :) The old Citadel duelist with a scale comparison pic (GW vs. Old Citadel vs. Bruegelburg)

Sir Antipatius von Schwarzenkoppe, also known as Mad Gunman. Passionate duelist and ladykiller. Every city needs one, I'd say.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_duelist_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_duelist_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_duelist_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_duelist_04.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: Mason on September 12, 2011, 09:43:02 PM
Fantastic!!!

Great paint job (as usual) on one of my all-time favourite Citadel Fighters.

Lovely little scene as well.

Great stuff!

 :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: white knight on September 12, 2011, 09:45:53 PM
You know, I didn't think that figure couldbe made to look this good. It always seemed a bit wonky to me before, but you've managed to paint away those small issues. Now I want one... ::)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 12, 2011, 09:52:05 PM
You know, I didn't think that figure couldbe made to look this good. It always seemed a bit wonky to me before, but you've managed to paint away those small issues. Now I want one... ::)

thank you :) to be honest, it was a hard one, I've started with metal colours, then with red tones, then with green..but it didn't work to me at all..so I've tried it with blue and that did it. 

though the feets are still way too big.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: DeafNala on September 12, 2011, 10:19:12 PM
Individually they are BEAUTIFULLY DONE, but the top photo with the WONDERFUL background shows the group off to advantage.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 12, 2011, 10:32:51 PM
tHANKS pROF

I've got him, I think (unless he went to the big ebay in the sky), and if I remember he is a slightly larger citalde fig (maybe even marauder). He fits in perfectly!

Nice work, again
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 12, 2011, 10:34:02 PM
PS whoes the guy with the big sack? LAF?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 12, 2011, 11:07:59 PM
PS whoes the guy with the big sack? LAF?

yes, LAM, Rat Catcher
http://www.lead-adventure.com/product_info.php?cPath=22&products_id=97
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: Blackwolf on September 13, 2011, 08:00:50 AM
Lovely stuff Prof :-* Have been thinking about running a bar room brawl game (loosely based on a very old White Dwarf article),I think you may have tipped me over...... :D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 13, 2011, 11:07:18 AM
Lovely stuff Prof :-* Have been thinking about running a bar room brawl game (loosely based on a very old White Dwarf article),I think you may have tipped me over...... :D

This is a longish term plan of mine in 28mm - based party on A rough night at the fur feathers (WFRP scenario in WD), a Lone Wolf encounter game from the Mag Companion where each charcater has secret goals (first ed from the 1980s) and a game from Red Giant magazine number one (or perhaps two)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/09)
Post by: mweaver on September 13, 2011, 12:45:21 PM
Nice group shot - I particularly love the duelists facing each other in that first picture. 

At one point, a lot of the Citadel figures had really big feetsies.  I remember some of the elves, in particular...
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 13/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 13, 2011, 09:25:46 PM
just putting together some old things, the idea is to make a kind of a freak procession with animals, freaks, zombies and other characters. What do you think, any suggestions for that?

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/freaks_wip.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 13/09)
Post by: Diakon on September 13, 2011, 09:36:56 PM
just putting together some old things, the idea is to make a kind of a freak procession with animals, freaks, zombies and other characters. What do you think, any suggestions for that?

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/freaks_wip.jpg)

Mordheim Carnival of Chaos Plague Cart (or whatever it's called) would be good. Now I think about it Carnival Of Chaos had some other nice oddities in it like a nurglish ringmaster type, a weird jester and a Plaguebearer in a cape.

(http://1.2.3.12/bmi/www.games-workshop.com/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m1252189_99111101008_MordCarnivalMain_873x627.jpg)

(http://1.2.3.10/bmi/www.games-workshop.com/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m1252194_99111101009_MordPlagueCartMain_873x627.jpg)

Hope this helps  :D

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 13/09)
Post by: white knight on September 13, 2011, 09:39:58 PM
Ironwind Metals boneyard express?
http://ironwindmetals.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=1571 (http://ironwindmetals.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=1571)

or the westwind gypsie wagon?

warhammer vampire counts plague cart?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 13/09)
Post by: Hammers on September 13, 2011, 09:48:27 PM
just putting together some old things, the idea is to make a kind of a freak procession with animals, freaks, zombies and other characters. What do you think, any suggestions for that?

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/freaks_wip.jpg)

Awww, you got that wizard on a cart drawn by a billygoat! I've been lusting for that...
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 13/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 13, 2011, 10:24:21 PM
Mordheim Carnival of Chaos Plague Cart (or whatever it's called) would be good. Now I think about it Carnival Of Chaos had some other nice oddities in it like a nurglish ringmaster type, a weird jester and a Plaguebearer in a cape.

yes, thought of that too, it's a good option.

or the westwind gypsie wagon?

Well, and that one car with the cage full of vampire kids.

Really looking forward to making all that..
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 13/09)
Post by: Hammers on September 13, 2011, 10:32:57 PM
yes, thought of that too, it's a good option.

Well, and that one car with the cage full of vampire kids.

Really looking forward to making all that..

This one...

(http://www.adventuregaming.tsome.com/kindernachtwagon.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 13/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 13, 2011, 10:36:43 PM
This one...

yeah, that's something I like. Any chance for a bigger pic and some close-ups?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 13/09)
Post by: Hammers on September 13, 2011, 11:10:05 PM
yeah, that's something I like. Any chance for a bigger pic and some close-ups?


I probably need to reshoot it. It's an old, old photo and I painted the coachman just last year. But: will do.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 15, 2011, 06:22:21 PM
Today a "rebased" update, my beloved Mordheim Ostlanders. I've painted this gang about 10 years ago (April 2001) and as you can see I did use some very bright colours on them. In those days I had got not too many colours, no splendid Vallejo palette, no amazing Foundry triads, only some GW and Pelikan ones. And I liked it making my miniatures bright and vivid, quite like old GW school.

I didn't repaint the gang, just rebased and revarnished them. Nowadays I wouldn't paint them that way and I gave up this painting style years ago but I still like them. And I think they also deserve it to be re-photographing.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ostlander_07.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ostlander_01.jpg)

that Jes Goodwin Bandit Ogre doens't really belong to the Ostlanders set, I just found he fits very well to the gang.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ostlander_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ostlander_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ostlander_04.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ostlander_05.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ostlander_06.jpg)

btw, just to compare, the old photo. In the meantime I've learned a lot about making photos.


(http://witchhunter.net/images/terrain/mordheim_ruine_01/06.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 15, 2011, 06:35:55 PM
Nice stuff

Damn that guy next to the ogre is a GIANT! He must be almost 40mm tall!

Love the pigs
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 15, 2011, 06:55:56 PM
Damn that guy next to the ogre is a GIANT! He must be almost 40mm tall!

No, the guy isn't that big at all, it's the old ogre, he is a bit on the small side.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: Calimero on September 15, 2011, 06:59:25 PM

Lovely paintjob as usual Prof 8)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 15, 2011, 07:22:18 PM
Ten year old painting  :o

Beats my best hands down  :)

About the carnivale, how about stringing them all together with chain. Maybe some sort of rules mod that they have to go around really close together until the 'master' let's them off the chain ( some random event would let this happen  ??? )

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 15, 2011, 07:22:59 PM
Ok a half ogre!

Love these two

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ostlander_06.jpg)

I'm guessing out of prod now!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 15, 2011, 07:34:59 PM
I'm guessing out of prod now!

yeah, and unfortunately very rar, didn't see them on ebay since several months.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 15, 2011, 07:36:53 PM
About the carnivale, how about stringing them all together with chain. Maybe some sort of rules mod that they have to go around really close together until the 'master' let's them off the chain ( some random event would let this happen  ??? )

I've already thought about, Jim, that's why the chain on the pic. Will maybe string not all of them but some for sure.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: magokiron on September 15, 2011, 08:30:08 PM
This thread just keep getting better and better.

Lots of inspiration here.

I do have some old painted minis that I still like a lot, even if my painting style and technique has improved over the years (I hope), but Oh! the nostalgia...

Thanks for sharing your WONDERFUL minis and scenery.

Best wishes.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: Keith on September 15, 2011, 09:29:37 PM
Good Lord, I am very slow! How did I miss this thread?

Some of my favourite miniatures ever, with such beautiful presentation and imagination  :-*

Stunning Sir - I'm Looking forward to seeing more. Not the most constructive post I've ever made but I'm deeply impressed by these.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 15, 2011, 10:27:09 PM
I've already thought about, Jim, that's why the chain on the pic. Will maybe string not all of them but some for sure.

Sorry Alex, didn't see the chain (stupid iPad cuts off the right fifth of the picture and you have to 'pull' ot across with two fingers but I keep forgetting  ::) ).

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: DeafNala on September 15, 2011, 11:41:32 PM
Chiming in late again, the Ostlanders are BEAUTIFULLY DONE with the vibrant colors I associate with Renaissance costumes.
I LOVE the idea for the Freak Parade; it's has SO MANY possibilities.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 15/09)
Post by: mweaver on September 16, 2011, 04:20:58 AM
I picked up a couple of the Ostlanders when they were available, and regret not acquiring the rest of them now.  Oh, well.

Love the paint job, Prof, but they are certainly bright!  Of course, that fits them, I think. 

Those older Citadel ogres are about the size of the current orcs, if a little heavier.

Keep posting more pics! I am thoroughly enjoying this thread.

-Michael
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 18/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 18, 2011, 04:03:34 PM
Ghouls on the cemetery of Witchtown..

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_ghouls_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_ghouls_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_ghouls_05.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mordheim_ghouls_02.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 18/09)
Post by: white knight on September 18, 2011, 05:03:47 PM
Awesome! I really like the skintone on these. What make are they?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 18/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 18, 2011, 05:33:06 PM
Awesome! I really like the skintone on these. What make are they?

Thanks! they're GW, official Mordheim Ghouls, unfortunately OOP.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 18/09)
Post by: DeafNala on September 18, 2011, 05:39:45 PM
VERY COOL Ghouls! They're the healthiest looking Ghouls I've encountered...proves you are who/what you eat...possibly.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 18/09)
Post by: mweaver on September 18, 2011, 07:25:11 PM
Great job on those ghouls.

It is really odd how some of the Mordheim figures are OOP, while others have remained steadily available.

I miss GW's old bitz service - it was a great way to pick up individual models you wanted.

My brother is working on a new Mordheim campaign he is hoping to start next month - three allied warbands defending a village against undead.  Apparently one of the things they can spend time doing is training the villagers as militia.  He was quite pleased to see the new Bruegelburg releases, needless to say.  Neither of us has any of these old Mordheim ghouls, alas.

-Michael
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 18/09)
Post by: Hammers on September 19, 2011, 11:52:22 AM
They're the healthiest looking Ghouls I've encountered...proves you are who/what you eat...possibly.

Excellent minis. And great paintjob, as usual. I am also a bit curious why you picked such warm colours for ghouls?

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 18/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 19, 2011, 12:03:48 PM
Excellent minis. And great paintjob, as usual. I am also a bit curious why you picked such warm colours for ghouls?

due to lack of other ideas, I'd say. Did start to make them pale greenish, but that went wrong, I didn't like the outcome at all. So I've made them that way, just like savages.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 18/09)
Post by: Mason on September 19, 2011, 12:09:16 PM
More great stuff.

Excellent minis. And great paintjob, as usual. I am also a bit curious why you picked such warm colours for ghouls?



I think that the flesh tone work well. Greenish ghouls just do not look right to me.
They are supposed to be degenerate humans, after all. Are they not?

Love the woman with the massive rolling pin.
What range is she from?



Edit; DOH!!!
Just realised that she is a LAM miniature. (Kitchen Guard).

Those and the Desperate Housewife's would make an excellent start for an alternative Sisters of Sigmar warband!

Oh, yes! 8)
I can see it now...............


Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 18/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 19, 2011, 12:12:32 PM
More great stuff.

I think that the flesh tone work well. Greenish ghouls just do not look right to me.
They are supposed to be degenerate humans, after all. Are they not?

Love the woman with the massive rolling pin.
What range is she from?

just what you said, greenish didn't look right.

The rolling pin woman is from our LAM range:

http://www.lead-adventure.com/index.php?cPath=22
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 19, 2011, 07:08:26 PM
Just painted that nice little barn. It's from Hovels if I'm not mistaken. The figures are LAM and West Wind.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_barn_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_barn_02.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: Admiral Benbow on September 19, 2011, 07:26:42 PM
What a lovely scene - just great, Alex! Seems you have a couple of days off from work ...?
 8)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 19, 2011, 07:30:48 PM
What a lovely scene - just great, Alex! Seems you have a couple of days off from work ...?
 8)


Thank you, Michael!

not really, just used the time after work :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: DeafNala on September 19, 2011, 09:39:41 PM
A LOVELY pastoral scene...reminds me of the better photos from Wargames Illustrated. VERY ARTFULLY DONE!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 19, 2011, 09:43:01 PM
Very nice Alex  8)

Out of curiosity, what material did you use for your road?

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 19, 2011, 10:12:43 PM
Out of curiosity, what material did you use for your road?

Nothing at all, its a part of the table, of the styrofoam, slightly scraped out and painted.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: magokiron on September 20, 2011, 12:18:52 AM
Just amazing!... as always.  :-*

Can you please tell us what company makes the ghoul's cemetery walls and graves?

Thank you.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: Spooktalker on September 20, 2011, 05:22:48 AM
I'm really enjoying this thread... thanks Prof!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: marianas_gamer on September 20, 2011, 07:56:47 AM
great Stuf Prof and I am really liking the pigs!  :-*.  Maybe you can start using them as a trademark, sort of like Hammer's man and his dog - well maybe not  lol
LB
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 20, 2011, 08:20:21 AM
Nothing at all, its a part of the table, of the styrofoam, slightly scraped out and painted.

Certainly works a treat  8)

I think I can see it now. Heavy grit sandpaper I assume?

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 19/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 20, 2011, 09:20:13 AM
Can you please tell us what company makes the ghoul's cemetery walls and graves?

It's Armorcast cemetery, I think it's still available at their web store.

great Stuf Prof and I am really liking the pigs!  :-*.  Maybe you can start using them as a trademark, sort of like Hammer's man and his dog - well maybe not  lol

I like these pigs a lot but I don't think I'm ready to make them our trademark

I think I can see it now. Heavy grit sandpaper I assume?

exactly!

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 20, 2011, 08:41:11 PM
some minutes later at the same barn..

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_wagon_01.jpg)

and some hours later at the cemetery..

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_wagon_02.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 20, 2011, 10:07:01 PM
NICE, IT'S ALL ROUND TO YOURS FOR A GAME THEN?  :D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Mister Rab on September 20, 2011, 10:10:03 PM
"Hey, Silas, I thought I just saw something moving up by the gravestones..."
"Don't be daft, Herbert, probably just a cat."
"I'll just go and have a look. You stay here."

Cue screams and the sound of a scuffle. When Silas and the others arrive, all that is left of Herbert is his lucky hat and his left boot. With his left foot still inside.


I love how cinematic your photos are. Top work, Prof.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 20, 2011, 10:50:05 PM
NICE, IT'S ALL ROUND TO YOURS FOR A GAME THEN?  :D

Yes.

"Hey, Silas, I thought I just saw something moving up by the gravestones..."
"Don't be daft, Herbert, probably just a cat."
"I'll just go and have a look. You stay here."

Cue screams and the sound of a scuffle. When Silas and the others arrive, all that is left of Herbert is his lucky hat and his left boot. With his left foot still inside.


I love how cinematic your photos are. Top work, Prof.

 :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: mweaver on September 21, 2011, 12:13:09 AM
I too am thoroughly enjoying the photographs.  Thanks!

-Michael
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Doomsdave on September 21, 2011, 12:25:24 AM
Nice work.  Where did you get the cemetery model? Scratchbuilt?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 21, 2011, 07:08:38 AM
Nice work.  Where did you get the cemetery model? Scratchbuilt?

Armorcast.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Hammers on September 21, 2011, 07:24:35 AM
"Hey, Silas, I thought I just saw something moving up by the gravestones..."
"Don't be daft, Herbert, probably just a cat."
"I'll just go and have a look. You stay here."

Cue screams and the sound of a scuffle. When Silas and the others arrive, all that is left of Herbert is his lucky hat and his left boot. With his left foot still inside.


I love how cinematic your photos are. Top work, Prof.


So his hat was not so lucky then.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 21, 2011, 07:26:08 AM
Great stuff Alex  8) :-*

You could tell quite the story of an intrepid band of fortune seekers and their luck of misfortune just through pictures  :)

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: white knight on September 21, 2011, 07:43:13 AM
So his hat was not so lucky then.

It was left behind unharmed wasn't it? Sounds like it was lucky to me.  ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Pil on September 21, 2011, 08:14:02 AM
Wow, I just 'found' this thread and I love it! I know it's all been said before but great work prof.! I love your painting and I love all the atmosphere that goes in your models and your pictures. Those Ostlanders look great too, I love the red and yellow and green colour scheme. This is exactly the fantasy feeling I fell in love with when I first started playing Warhammer  :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 21, 2011, 08:31:48 AM
Wow, I just 'found' this thread and I love it! I know it's all been said before but great work prof.! I love your painting and I love all the atmosphere that goes in your models and your pictures. Those Ostlanders look great too, I love the red and yellow and green colour scheme. This is exactly the fantasy feeling I fell in love with when I first started playing Warhammer  :-*

Pil, you said it, in those days I was painting almost with only these three colours, red, green, yellow, mainly red-green, see my Nurgle force. It actually was totally silly :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Minohtar on September 22, 2011, 12:24:55 AM
Wonderful stuff all round, very inspirational.    8)

May we see some hero shots of the West Wind peasants, please?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: magokiron on September 22, 2011, 04:20:43 AM
Armorcast cemetery, THANK YOU!

Your pics are such a pleasure to see, with the beautiful minis and  evocative scenery...

Thanks for sharing.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 22, 2011, 09:41:03 AM
Wonderful stuff all round, very inspirational.    8)

May we see some hero shots of the West Wind peasants, please?

here my LPL5 entry with these guys
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Minohtar on September 22, 2011, 10:57:41 AM
Yep, they'll do.   ;) 
Thanks very much... order from WW is on its way.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Lt. Hazel on September 22, 2011, 12:10:00 PM
Wonderful Alex  ;D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 22, 2011, 12:32:44 PM
Love the chap in the middle  8)

Can I ask what sort of varnish you use (if any)?

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 22, 2011, 12:41:12 PM
Can I ask what sort of varnish you use (if any)?
 

First Lord Nelson clear varnish (spray), after that Army Painter matt varnish (spray).
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: mweaver on September 22, 2011, 01:07:56 PM
I do like those West Wind figures - hadn't noticed them before.  Your paintjobs are a good selling point for them...

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Andrew May on September 23, 2011, 09:05:24 AM
Ooo! I've just looked through the whole thread for the first time (still a young LAFer I'm afraid).
Lovely work, very inspirational!!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Argonor on September 23, 2011, 10:17:12 AM
Seems you're really back in the saddle, Prof. Very inspirational, and reminds me that I have an unfinished Mordheim project somewhere in a box.

Also a good showcase for not so well known minis, like the West Wind civilians. Which line are they from, and are they still available?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 23, 2011, 10:40:20 AM
Never left the saddle :) I’ve painted about 200 LAM figures in the last 10 months. Now some break at LAM front, so I’m going to make some things just for my pleasure.

No idea if the West Wind civilians are still available, they’re Norfolk Civilians. I have to warn you, though, they’re a bit on the big side, especially the women in the pack are just huge, about 30-32mm, just like the later Gothic Horror miniatures.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Mason on September 23, 2011, 11:13:43 AM
Never left the saddle :) I’ve painted about 200 LAM figures in the last 10 months.


 :o :o :o :o :o

200!
How many arms do you have?
Are you an octopus, or have you just been cloned?

I have to warn you, though, they’re a bit on the big side, especially the women in the pack are just huge, about 30-32mm, just like the later Gothic Horror miniatures.


It takes a BIG girl to take on a werewolf!


Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: geronimo on September 23, 2011, 03:07:18 PM
Fantastic, atmospheric paintwork on some cracking minis. Very inspirational  8)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Neotacha on September 23, 2011, 07:47:49 PM
How do those West Wind figures look beside the Bruegelburg folk?  Or did I manage to overlook a shot of mixed figures while I tried to keep from drooling on my keyboard?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 23, 2011, 07:55:22 PM
How do those West Wind figures look beside the Bruegelburg folk?  Or did I manage to overlook a shot of mixed figures while I tried to keep from drooling on my keyboard?

how said, the women are really big :)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/westwind.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Alejandro on September 23, 2011, 10:08:19 PM
The painting job is exelent!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 23, 2011, 10:58:25 PM
Witchtown is proud to present another new building on the main street of the city!

I've bought this scratchbuilded house ten years ago for my Mordheim gaming from Netterrain (http://www.netterrain.de/). It was unpainted, and I said to myself, one day I'm going to paint it, definitely...

Many years went by..And some days ago I've found it again in my basement, a bit dusty... ::)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_house_05.jpg)

After some hours of cleaning and painting..

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_house_04.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_house_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_house_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_house_03.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Mason on September 23, 2011, 11:10:59 PM
WOW! :o :o :o

That is amazing!

I love that roof.

Great paint job, too.
You are just so damned prolific.
Must be those cursed painting robots again, ;)
Brilliant, just brilliant!

 :-* :-* :-*


Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Diakon on September 23, 2011, 11:16:10 PM
 :o
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 23, 2011, 11:16:53 PM
Lovely, the roof reminds me of the old postoffice in Tintagel
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/09)
Post by: Hammers on September 23, 2011, 11:31:29 PM
Yep, that roof really ties thee whole thing together. A thing to copy.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 23/09)
Post by: DeafNala on September 24, 2011, 12:34:09 PM
That has a definite Mordheim chic feel to it; all the interesting angles, & the the jaunty sag to the roof make for a VERY COOL piece. AND NICELY PAINTED!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 23/09)
Post by: Andrew May on September 24, 2011, 04:07:56 PM
Nice, the partially open roof and "balcony" on the other part make this a really functional gaming piece.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 23/09)
Post by: The Dozing Dragon on September 24, 2011, 05:30:52 PM
Reminds me of 'Froth Towers' that I did for the Frotherheim game a couple of years back.

(http://i611.photobucket.com/albums/tt198/TheDozingDragon/Frotherheim/DSC06012.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 23/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 24, 2011, 05:57:38 PM
Like that tower!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 23/09)
Post by: Neotacha on September 24, 2011, 09:51:19 PM
Both buildings are very nice!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 24/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 24, 2011, 10:33:46 PM
I've started yesterday scratch-building of a new house, still a lot of work.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_01.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 25, 2011, 11:41:07 AM
Some progress on other site of the house.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_02.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: DeafNala on September 25, 2011, 12:00:38 PM
VERY NICE! I love watching these thingies evolve...keep up the FINE WORK & make an Old man happy.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: Mr.J on September 25, 2011, 12:10:17 PM
I look forward to watching this progress as I'm thinking of constructing a few buildings myself and I can't decide what materials to use.
So far so good with the cork though.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: Argonor on September 25, 2011, 01:22:14 PM
Great houses - and I keep thinking to myself: 'I can do that'... I only have to somehow stretch the hours of the day somewhat  ::)

Well, winter is approaching, and gardening will soon be over for this season  ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 25, 2011, 02:55:31 PM
More progress..

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_04.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: gamer Mac on September 25, 2011, 03:10:42 PM
Nice looking building. :-*
Looks very playable.
Is the door at the top of the stairs home made or bought?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 25, 2011, 03:15:59 PM
Is the door at the top of the stairs home made or bought?

it's a Pardulon piece.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: NurgleHH on September 25, 2011, 06:54:38 PM
Saw yor building,Prof. Excellent work, only thing are the windows. In the middleage the glas was not like ours. It was coloured and very thick
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 25, 2011, 08:11:30 PM
Saw yor building,Prof. Excellent work, only thing are the windows. In the middleage the glas was not like ours. It was coloured and very thick

thanks, Dirk!

and Witchtown's new building is quite well advanced.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_05.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: Argonor on September 26, 2011, 08:08:29 AM
The timberworks are just balsa cut to the right sizes, right?

I wish I could find a supplier of cork of the type you (and Matakishi) use, but at least I have found a place to buy foamboard relatively nearby  :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: Pil on September 26, 2011, 09:08:48 AM
Lovely work on all these buildings Prof!  :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 25/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 26, 2011, 09:20:47 AM
The timberworks are just balsa cut to the right sizes, right?

I wish I could find a supplier of cork of the type you (and Matakishi) use, but at least I have found a place to buy foamboard relatively nearby  :)

Yes, just balsa wood. I’ve got my cork from the local hardware store, there are the cork tiles, nothing special, cheap and easy.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 26, 2011, 10:52:07 PM
Finished. Will start the painting tomorrow.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_06.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_07.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_08.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_09.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Thantsants on September 26, 2011, 11:07:40 PM
Nice one!

Thanks for illustrating the build process - maybe building your own detailed looking buildings isn't so onerous as I might have thought!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Mr.J on September 26, 2011, 11:11:01 PM
Great looking building, and it's gone up so quickly too. I really like your roof tiles, what are they made of?
Very impressive all round, can't wait to see it with some paint on.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Hybrid on September 27, 2011, 01:26:01 AM
I’ve just read through this entire thread. Your work is absolutely amazing!

You’ve also given me a basing dilemma. I love the look of your bases and I would love to base my fantasy miniatures on coins now that I’ve seen yours. However, I’m also about to embark on a journey down memory lane and paint a load of old school citadel miniatures. So I want to base them on square slotta bases to preserve that 80’s/ 90’s look. But after seeing yours I really want to base them on coins. Aaaargh! What to do  :'(
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Luckyjoe on September 27, 2011, 03:20:08 AM
That is a beautiful building. Will you be applying anything onto the cork for texture? Or does the cork already have enough texture?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: mweaver on September 27, 2011, 03:37:00 AM
Nice building!  Looking forward to seeing it painted.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 27, 2011, 08:08:07 AM
Great looking building, and it's gone up so quickly too. I really like your roof tiles, what are they made of? 

Thin MDF. Drove me crazy to cut them.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/mdf_roof.jpg)

You’ve also given me a basing dilemma. I love the look of your bases and I would love to base my fantasy miniatures on coins now that I’ve seen yours. However, I’m also about to embark on a journey down memory lane and paint a load of old school citadel miniatures. So I want to base them on square slotta bases to preserve that 80’s/ 90’s look. But after seeing yours I really want to base them on coins. Aaaargh! What to do  :'(

Is it that important,the 80’s look? :) I always found the square bases really ugly and the only reason I did them in the early days was for gaming (Warhammer etc.). I’m glad I have been able to come off that dilemma.

That is a beautiful building. Will you be applying anything onto the cork for texture? Or does the cork already have enough texture?

I think cork has enough texture but I‘m going to  prime it twice because the first coat soaks in.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Blackwolf on September 27, 2011, 08:20:37 AM
Lovely! My first thought (about the roof tiles) was that you used coffee stirrers,how wrong could I be lol

 Looking forward to seeing the barmaid being painted too ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Argonor on September 27, 2011, 08:23:59 AM
It is possible to get 2 mm cork too - 10sqm in a roll for just about € 20  :o
That might be an easier solution for cutting into roof tiles?
(
Thin MDF. Drove me crazy to cut them.
)

http://www.dintaeppekaede.dk/shop/korkunderlag-rullekork-11488p.html

This shop also has cork tiles for about €23.50 per sqm (I guess it is 10 30x30 cm tiles or so) - is that an OK price (I have NO idea of the price level)?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Argonor on September 27, 2011, 08:29:23 AM
Looking forward to seeing the barmaid being painted too ;)

 :o  :o

You just gave me a wonderful thought for building up a good collection of civilians:
"Everytime you finish a building, paint the inhabitants/users/attendees/whatever that goes with it!"

I shall make this a maxim. Will slow my gaming frequency, but will raise the quality of my setups!  :)
Needless to say, sometimes one or more inhabitants of a house can be fighter(s), but still...
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 27, 2011, 08:49:38 AM
Lovely! My first thought (about the roof tiles) was that you used coffee stirrers,how wrong could I be lol

 Looking forward to seeing the barmaid being painted too ;)

Coffee stirrers would be an easy alternative and I would love to use them (quite less work) but they are a bit too thick for the purpose.

Barmaid, not sure, probably will be painted though I don’t like the mini very much. But maybe to give you some pleasure :)


It is possible to get 2 mm cork too - 10sqm in a roll for just about € 20  :o
That might be an easier solution for cutting into roof tiles?
()

http://www.dintaeppekaede.dk/shop/korkunderlag-rullekork-11488p.html

This shop also has cork tiles for about €23.50 per sqm (I guess it is 10 30x30 cm tiles or so) - is that an OK price (I have NO idea of the price level)?

Well, 2mm cork would surely be easier to cut then 2mm mdf. Might really be a nice alternative.

Though 23,50 EUR for 30x30cm tiles is a bit too much for my taste.

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Argonor on September 27, 2011, 08:58:32 AM
Though 23,50 EUR for 30x30cm tiles is a bit too much for my taste.

It is probably about €2.35 per tile (1 sqm for 23.50), but what is the normal price in Germany? I'm planning to bring the trailer next time we go to visit the in-laws near Haderslev, and then go south of the border to do some shopping.

If I can find a builders' market/hardware store, I might bring back some dense insulation foam, and even some cork, if it is cheaper down there.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 27, 2011, 09:07:36 AM
It is probably about €2.35 per tile (1 sqm for 23.50), but what is the normal price in Germany? I'm planning to bring the trailer next time we go to visit the in-laws near Haderslev, and then go south of the border to do some shopping.

If I can find a builders' market/hardware store, I might bring back some dense insulation foam, and even some cork, if it is cheaper down there.

That is a normal price for Germany too but you also could get the stuff cheaper (12-15 EUR). Though sometimes you’ll have to be patient and take some time looking through the hardware stores.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: white knight on September 27, 2011, 09:35:06 AM
Barmaid, not sure, probably will be painted though I don’t like the mini very much. But maybe to give you some pleasure :)

You could always replace her with a couple feisty dwarf barmaids...  ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 27, 2011, 09:37:23 AM
You could always replace her with a couple feisty dwarf barmaids...  ;)

Is that something I’ve missed? Have you got some?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: Argonor on September 27, 2011, 10:18:59 AM
That is a normal price for Germany too but you also could get the stuff cheaper (12-15 EUR). Though sometimes you’ll have to be patient and take some time looking through the hardware stores.

OK, thanks - I'll stop spamming, now  ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 29/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 29, 2011, 10:13:38 PM
Finished. It has been a long long time since I've built anything. Good feeling that. Now back to figures for some days.
 
(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_10.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_11.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_12.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_13.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_half-timber_house_14.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 26/09)
Post by: white knight on September 29, 2011, 10:18:03 PM
Looks  :-* !

Is that something I’ve missed? Have you got some?

Well, yes: http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/Dwarf%20civilians (http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/Dwarf%20civilians)

Greens here: http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/Civilian%20greens (http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/Civilian%20greens)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 29/09)
Post by: white knight on September 29, 2011, 10:19:53 PM
One thing you could do about the windows is cover them with some fine mesh, to give the aspect of leaded glass. :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 29/09)
Post by: magokiron on September 29, 2011, 10:23:40 PM
I just need to buy a keyboard plastic protection RIGHT NOW to save it from all the DROOOOOLING every time I open this thread.  lol

The finished building is :-*  :-*  :-*

And the painted figures makes it come to "LIFE".

Thanks for sharing.

Now, let me drool a little more...  ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 29/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 29, 2011, 10:25:02 PM
Looks  :-* !

Well, yes: http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/Dwarf%20civilians (http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/Dwarf%20civilians)

Greens here: http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/Civilian%20greens (http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/Civilian%20greens)


Missed indeed! Very cool. Put them to my next order :)

One thing you could do about the windows is cover them with some fine mesh, to give the aspect of leaded glass. :)

Hmm...not a bad idea..now I only need that fine and authentical looking mesh...
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 29/09)
Post by: Mr.J on September 29, 2011, 10:38:40 PM
Well Witchtown certainly looks like it's growing. It looks great!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 29/09)
Post by: Argonor on September 30, 2011, 09:27:31 AM
Hmm...not a bad idea..now I only need that fine and authentical looking mesh...

When you find it, please tell!

I've managed to find the stuff for car repairs, fine for fences and post-apoc car windows, but it seems to be a little too tight for leaded windows.

Love the building, makes me want to jump right into scratch-building, which I have NO time for...  lol
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 29/09)
Post by: mweaver on September 30, 2011, 11:27:04 PM
Nice building.  I particularly like the way you made the stair, which looks like you can fit bases inside it so that figures can be placed part-way up.

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/10)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 01, 2011, 07:01:43 PM
Today is the day of the Great Bear, though only in my small universe. Anyway, these are three lovely teddies from my collection, finally painted.

For Witchtown's amusement..

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_bears_01.jpg)

Older OOP Metal Magic Bear

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_bears_03.jpg)

Mordheim Kislev OOP Bear

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_bears_04.jpg)

the only not-OOP one, from the current GW Empire range.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_bears_05.jpg)

these a few trees are trying to look like a deep forest. Obviously fruitless. I definitely need more trees.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_bears_02.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/10)
Post by: thebinmann on October 01, 2011, 07:26:07 PM
Nice bears, bet the GW is expensive....

Will we see LAF bears?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/10)
Post by: Michi on October 01, 2011, 07:45:18 PM
Totally cool, Alex!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 02/10)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 02, 2011, 11:10:17 AM
some small things from various manufacturers

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_details_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_details_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_details_01.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 02/10)
Post by: HereWego on October 02, 2011, 11:12:43 AM
 :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 02/10)
Post by: Golgotha on October 02, 2011, 12:01:04 PM
Which town is Witchtown?  lol Looks like a lovely place to live. The more recent conglomeration of bits and bobs are fantastic - always great to have pieces like these than one can move around and use to add colour and atmosphere - particularly like the crate with bottles and wheel barrow. Recently got a book with late medieval maps of English towns and cities and really rather incredible how small they were and certainly very inspirational for looking at layout and general structure.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 02/10)
Post by: DeafNala on October 02, 2011, 12:54:43 PM
VERY NICE! The little accent pieces add so much to the scene.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 29/09)
Post by: Hammers on October 03, 2011, 12:25:46 AM
Missed indeed! Very cool. Put them to my next order :)

Hmm...not a bad idea..now I only need that fine and authentical looking mesh...

That's super easy. Aluminium mesh from a cars repair shop or mosquito mesh will do the trick.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 02/10)
Post by: Diakon on October 03, 2011, 12:44:55 AM
Yeah love the new accent bits and rats.  :D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 02/10)
Post by: bc99 on October 03, 2011, 06:44:17 AM
To see this realized in such a manner, it blows me away. I have so many of those figures, and have always dreamt of arranging them together like, for some good skirmishing fun. Amazing.

Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 02/10)
Post by: Pil on October 03, 2011, 03:26:59 PM
I love yout job on the big building Prof.! It's been a while since I built something large as scenery as well so it's always good for inspiration. All the other works are fabulous as always!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 03/10)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 03, 2011, 05:38:48 PM
Baron Archipelagius von Hexenstein (already mentioned on the page 4 of this thread) hired some dreadful ogres to guard the gates of his fortress. And it is told that the most difficult part was the making of and putting on the dresses.

These lovely models aren't newly painted, actually it's rebasing and skin-and-some-details-repainting of my old stuff (painted 2002 - http://witchhunter.net/gallery_ogres.html)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ogres_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ogres_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ogres_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ogres_04.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 03/10)
Post by: manic _miner on October 03, 2011, 06:32:01 PM
 Great pictures and scenery too.Lovely seeing things like this take shape.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 03/10)
Post by: Pil on October 03, 2011, 08:23:22 PM
Very lovely!  :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 03/10)
Post by: white knight on October 03, 2011, 08:47:59 PM
Some familiar faces!  8)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 03/10)
Post by: Funghy-Fipps on October 03, 2011, 09:09:03 PM
All I can say is WOW!  From the terrain, to the miniatures, to the painting, this is an inspired (and inspiring) project!  Thanks for sharing. 
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 03/10)
Post by: mweaver on October 04, 2011, 05:08:27 AM
Tsk tsk.  Such lovely fluffy outfits for those ogres, and you painted them in such drab colors...

I always loved the Renaissance ogre look, both these fellows and the later Foundry ones.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 03/10)
Post by: Spooktalker on October 04, 2011, 05:38:18 AM
The accessories are great! They have a really sunny and lived in quality. The rats are some of my favorites. I have giant rats sorted three times actually, once for Necromunda, once for D&D and once for warhammer fantasy/mordheim, but these Reaper ones are still on my wishlist. May be the first time I've seen them painted--really nice. Similar praise for the bears, ogres and trees. I think I saw the ogres the first time around, or at least while I was browsing your site at some point.  :)

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Post by: clam on October 04, 2011, 12:41:37 PM
I wouldn't dare sharing 10 year old paintings with you guys - but your early 2000 miniatures are of an excellent standard. Lovely, lovely work (as always) :D
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 04, 2011, 12:50:03 PM
Surprisingly I’m enjoying it to grab out older stuff and to give them some new shine. And  it’s faster than painting of quite new stuff :)
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Post by: Argonor on October 04, 2011, 06:32:55 PM
Surprisingly I’m enjoying it to grab out older stuff and to give them some new shine. And  it’s faster than painting of quite new stuff :)

I know the feeling! New basing here, touch up on some equipment there, repainting skin or a hat or some clothing somewhere else... Completely different look in no time  :)
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Post by: DeafNala on October 05, 2011, 01:31:57 PM
Now you're cooking! The Ogres Three are BEAUTIFULLY DONE renditions of Citadel at their FINEST. I truly am enjoying your ongoing project. Keep up the WONDERFUL WORK!
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Post by: Ninja on October 05, 2011, 06:48:25 PM

these a few trees are trying to look like a deep forest. Obviously fruitless. I definitely need more trees.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_bears_02.jpg)


Where did you get the bases for your trees (the trunk and roots)? I have not seen any like it before!
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Post by: Golgotha on October 05, 2011, 11:24:15 PM
If you go into the woods today your sure to a big surprise...
Great stuff keep it coming.
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 06, 2011, 11:27:46 AM
Where did you get the bases for your trees (the trunk and roots)? I have not seen any like it before!

They are the part of the trees. No idea where the threes come from, got them decades ago.
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Post by: Lowtardog on October 06, 2011, 11:30:38 AM
They are the part of the trees. No idea where the threes come from, got them decades ago.

I have/had some like that I am sure they were from kiddies, jungle/zoo/farm playsets
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Post by: revford on October 06, 2011, 11:31:31 AM
Quote from: Ninja
Where did you get the bases for your trees (the trunk and roots)? I have not seen any like it before!

They look like the trees I get from here:

http://themodeltreeshop.co.uk/acatalog/Plastic_Trees.html
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 06, 2011, 07:39:21 PM
Nothing really new today, too busy preparing for travel to North Germany tomorrow. Meeting Grimm, Vikotnik, Driscoles, Zafarelli and other freethinker  :D

The minis  are older painting jobs too but these haven't been painted by me. My old friend, a very talented guy, known as Dr.Heza on some German forums, did them for me. I've only made bases. Didn't meet him since years and last time I've heard of him, he was in China. Maybe he is still there.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_hired_swords_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_hired_swords_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_hired_swords_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_hired_swords_04.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_hired_swords_05.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_hired_swords_06.jpg)
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Post by: magokiron on October 06, 2011, 07:46:24 PM
As always I just go WOW, WOW, WOW!

Thanks for sharing such beautiful minis in your lavish scenery.

Aaaand WE WANT MORE!

Best wishes.
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Post by: Pil on October 07, 2011, 12:41:10 PM
Great paint jobs by Dr. Heza and lovely pictures as always!
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Post by: Neotacha on October 09, 2011, 12:54:54 AM
He did a lovely job on those minis.  I particularly like the use of the gray on that white cape.  So many people (me included, I'm afraid) tend to go for a much stronger and less subtle contrast.
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Post by: galvinm on October 10, 2011, 03:11:58 PM
Beautiful work. Keep it coming.
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 12, 2011, 05:09:13 PM
I've got some busy days but still doing some work on Witchtown project. Got some new houses, from Pardulon and Tabletop World. Top notch stuff both, very clean, very fine, high class, I'm really impressed.

Pardulon

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_pardulon.jpg)

Tabletop World

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_tabletop_world.jpg)
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Post by: Mr.J on October 12, 2011, 05:59:34 PM
Wow! Looks like Witchtown will be getting significantly bigger then!
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Post by: Pil on October 13, 2011, 08:08:59 AM
Very impressive! Looking forward to seeing them finished!
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Post by: Blackwolf on October 13, 2011, 08:14:21 AM
Prof.,those buildings look lovely; I am afraid I must buy (some of ) them ;)
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Post by: DeafNala on October 13, 2011, 11:57:14 AM
You've got yourself some FINE LOOKING new toys there...have FUN with the assembling & painting.
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Post by: mweaver on October 13, 2011, 12:44:38 PM
Prof, is that Tabletop World's original (now OOP) small watch tower, or the new one with the roof set on the lower, stone level?  I have painted the new one - it took awhile but was well worth it.  I am really looking forward to seeing what you do with those buildings!

In case anyone is not familiar with them, the TTW models are excellent, and the second series - the ones currently available - are fully detailed on the inside.  Sadly, their older models have all been retired - something about them changing the casting process, as I recall. 

We have some Pardulon buildings, but I have been negligent about painting them.  Hopefully they will appear, fully painted, in Witchtown more quickly!

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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 13, 2011, 12:56:45 PM
Michael,

That’s the new one, put quickly for the photo shooting, without the complete roof set. I’m going to start the building tonight.

It’s a pity the old TTW buildings are OOP. If somebody got and would like to sell them, please let me know, I would be highly interested.
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 13, 2011, 12:58:13 PM
Hopefully they will appear, fully painted, in Witchtown more quickly!

They have to, I’m going to represent the first part of Witchtown at coming Tactica (February 2012).
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Post by: Captain Blood on October 13, 2011, 02:07:26 PM
Michael,

That’s the new one, put quickly for the photo shooting, without the complete roof set. I’m going to start the building tonight.

It’s a pity the old TTW buildings are OOP. If somebody got and would like to sell them, please let me know, I would be highly interested.


I agree. I actually like the old version of the watchtower better than the new one.  :(
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Post by: Admiral Benbow on October 13, 2011, 05:48:15 PM
They have to, I’m going to represent the first part of Witchtown at coming Tactica (February 2012).

Hey, that's very good news, Alex! I'll bring my camera along ... ;D ;D
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 13, 2011, 07:29:44 PM
some curious characters did appear on the streets of Witchtown...

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_cart_05.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_cart_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_cart_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_cart_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_cart_04.jpg)
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Post by: Pil on October 13, 2011, 09:57:34 PM
Wonderful painting on these models!  :-*
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Post by: Darren on October 13, 2011, 10:42:47 PM
Lovely painting Alex  :D
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Post by: Blackwolf on October 13, 2011, 11:34:26 PM
Prof.,this may interest you  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Man_Who_Laughs
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 14, 2011, 08:46:54 AM
Lovely painting Alex  :D

Thank you, Darren and thanks a lot again for these Town Cryer and the Hunchback minis :)

Prof.,this may interest you  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Man_Who_Laughs

Did read it being teenager. I was visiting my grandma on summer holidays and got loads of time for reading. My grandparents have got some older books, actually the most of them too boring but “The Man Who Laughs” was one of the few I felt was worth reading it.
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Post by: Lowtardog on October 14, 2011, 08:58:23 AM
Stunning Alex this is the best thread Ive seen for many an age :-*
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 14, 2011, 09:04:48 AM
thank you, Karl :)
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Post by: Blackwolf on October 14, 2011, 09:10:59 AM
Thank you, Darren and thanks a lot again for these Town Cryer and the Hunchback minis :)

Did read it being teenager. I was visiting my grandma on summer holidays and got loads of time for reading. My grandparents have got some older books, actually the most of them too boring but “The Man Who Laughs” was one of the few I felt was worth reading it.


 One of my favourites (the wolf Homo),a romantic tragedy; the horribly mutilated man,the beautiful blind girl that he rescues,Ursus the father figure,working as travelling players and the ultimate tragic end. A cracking read.

  You must have been an erudite young fellow :) I didn't read it till my 30s.
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 14, 2011, 09:34:14 AM
One of my favourites (the wolf Homo),a romantic tragedy; the horribly mutilated man,the beautiful blind girl that he rescues,Ursus the father figure,working as travelling players and the ultimate tragic end. A cracking read.

  You must have been an erudite young fellow :) I didn't read it till my 30s.

the emphasis should be on „have been“ :) I was grown in Russia and in those days in this “far-away country” we didn’t get much of fantasy or sci-fi read or TV. So I had to read classics and I read really many of them.

In the meantime I landed in the western culture…Hellboy, Conan, you know.. :D
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Post by: Blackwolf on October 15, 2011, 08:54:52 AM
 lol A good formation for your adulthood,when I was 13/14 it was all Tolkien,Leiber,Moorcock and Lovecraft ::)

 Back on topic; Witchtown for me always brings to mind the music in the Seven Samurai when they are recruiting in the town,wonderfully evocative music.....I'll shut up ;)
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Post by: DeafNala on October 15, 2011, 10:43:22 AM
VERY COOL! The Wandering Band of Miscreants looks GREAT...the mix of minis works very well together.
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Post by: Neotacha on October 15, 2011, 04:03:01 PM
The latest miniatures look marvelous, and I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with the Pardulon and Tabletop World buildings.  I wish we'd managed to grab all of the older ones before they stopped producing them, but at least we're not making that same mistake with the new stuff!

Hopefully someone will take lots and lots of pictures at Tactica and make sure they are posted somewhere!
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 16, 2011, 02:53:20 PM
A couple of new figures today. First some old Citadel halflings, some of the cutest minis I've ever seen. Don't ask about the building, I don't know where from it is, bought it ages ago at Ebay.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_halflings_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_halflings_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_halflings_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_halflings_04.jpg)

An old couple. The old hag is an old Citadel civilian. Many thanks to Welf VIII, he kindly gave it to me last weekend. The old boy is a Foundry civilian from their Vikings range.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_old_couple_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_old_couple_02.jpg)

And a little scene from the streets of Withtown. The first three (from left) figures are from a Reaper Townsvolk pack, the running boy at the right is also a Foundry civilian (from the Vikings range)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_04.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_05.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 16/10)
Post by: thebinmann on October 16, 2011, 02:57:46 PM
That"s great work prof! Love the apple throwers, perhaps a cheaper way for me to replace the 1980s citadel man in stocks...

Those halfings are lovely, are you looking for more?
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Post by: Pil on October 16, 2011, 03:07:09 PM
Great work on the halflings, I love their brightly coloured clothing. The other models are very lovely as well and the old couple is very charming.
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Post by: DeafNala on October 16, 2011, 03:48:41 PM
VERY COOL & HIGHLY INSPIRATIONAL creations...I love the Halfling/Ogre discussion group. The Building of Unknown Origins is an imaginative piece that has scads of ideas to steal...appropriate for a Halfling abode.
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Post by: Engel on October 16, 2011, 04:13:18 PM
This is soo great.
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Post by: thebinmann on October 16, 2011, 07:08:28 PM
And a little scene from the streets of Withtown. The first three (from left) figures are from a Reaper Townsvolk pack, the running boy at the right is also a Foundry civilian (from the Vikings range)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_04.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_05.jpg)

Perhaps not the same standard of mini but IMO these two halflings (esp the one who is going to eat the apple rather tna though it,perhaps it could even be rotten!) would really add to the sceen, and I'm sure you paint them up nicely:

(http://i15.ebayimg.com/04/i/000/bd/a5/679c_1.JPG)

(http://i1.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/bd/a6/41b7_1.JPG)

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DEAL-0522-Halfling-Woman-picking-Apples-25mm-miniature-/140169455965?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item20a2c0295d

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DEAL-0530-Halfling-Eating-Apple-25mm-miniature-/140169460413?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item20a2c03abd
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 16/10)
Post by: Overlord on October 16, 2011, 07:19:25 PM
A couple of new figures today. First some old Citadel halflings, some of the cutest minis I've ever seen. Don't ask about the building, I don't know where from it is, bought it ages ago at Ebay.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_halflings_01.jpg)

Its an old Snapdragon building, no longer available.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 16/10)
Post by: Mister Rab on October 16, 2011, 08:30:57 PM
Beautiful as ever  8)

I wonder if those two chaps chucking apples would work as poorly equipped brigands throwing rocks.... ???
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 16/10)
Post by: Ninja on October 17, 2011, 05:14:18 AM
I want to see a full scale diorama! I bet it would be EPIC.  :o
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 21, 2011, 05:48:23 PM
Some new figures. Reaper Townsfolk (btw, they really huge, 30-32mm scale) and another Marauder ogre.  Every one of them  was a real pleasure to paint. Simple but impressful miniatures.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_06.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_07.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ogres_05.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_ogres_06.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_08.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 21/10)
Post by: Captain Blood on October 21, 2011, 06:03:41 PM
Love the woman with the children, Alex. Great painting  :-*
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Post by: DeafNala on October 21, 2011, 07:18:37 PM
VERY NICELY DONE additions to the Wichttown citizenry...the town is developing a personality all its own.
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Post by: uti long smile on October 21, 2011, 07:35:45 PM
Outstanding stuff. I love a Prof project. It's what drew me to LAF in the first place. Can't wait to see the new buildings.
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Post by: Lt. Hazel on October 21, 2011, 09:27:27 PM
Wow Alex, you´re really a painting machine.
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Post by: Diakon on October 22, 2011, 01:10:36 AM
Lovely work as always.  :o
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Post by: Doomsdave on October 22, 2011, 03:04:04 AM
Beautiful project.  The woman with kids is superb, nice work on the pink shades.
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Post by: Mason on October 22, 2011, 08:44:42 AM
WOW!  :-*

More lovliness with which to populate Witchtown.
Love the subtle shading on the villagers, especially the pink, white and grey.

Keep 'em coming....


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Post by: Pil on October 22, 2011, 09:49:16 AM
I love it, but I love the ogre most of all, he has a very sneaky look to him that is different to the look of most ogres that mostly just look fat and mean. It's a bit of a shame the reaper figures are so big, I've been disappointed by that on occasion. The sculpts are very characterful though and I love your painting on them!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 21/10)
Post by: clam on October 24, 2011, 07:18:11 PM
Beautiful, Alex. All painted to a incredible high standard (as always). Very well done. And yes, that Ogre is such a sweet miniature. I really love the pose and the huge axe blade.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 21/10)
Post by: lasgunpacker on October 25, 2011, 12:34:02 AM
I love those townfolk miniatures, but I have not painted mine yet, because they are just so darn... big.  Your paint jobs are excellent as always.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 21/10)
Post by: mweaver on October 25, 2011, 04:52:15 AM
Very nice, I agree.  I am quite enjoying this thread!
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Post by: Keith on October 25, 2011, 01:21:48 PM
It doesn't get any better than this!  :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 21/10)
Post by: Blue in vt on October 25, 2011, 03:03:53 PM
Beyond your obvious skill with a brush what I appreciate most about your painting is the choice of colors/shades they are just different enough from the standard to make them particularly pleasing to the eye.  You must have an impressive paint collection as well as awesome figures!

Love this thread... :-*

Cheers,

Blue
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Post by: Theomar Pius on October 26, 2011, 05:04:44 AM
This is a great project you have here. I wish I had the number of townsfolk you have, I've always got my eye out though.
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 30, 2011, 06:35:23 AM
Didn't stop to paint, got a lot of stuff painted, just didn't manage to take photos till today.

Old Citadel Thugs. Just to put some criminality to Witchtown. I love these figures, so much character.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_thugs_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_thugs_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_thugs_03.jpg)

And two new freaks with some random stuff, the one with the mask is an old Citadel miniature, the other guy is from Scibor. The dog is Ral Partha and the horse head is Foundry.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_freaks_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_freaks_01.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: goon3423 on October 30, 2011, 06:40:35 AM
Love the guy with the mask. I've never seen that mini it's very cool.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: Faust23 on October 30, 2011, 07:04:19 AM
Fantastic Prof!  A real inspiration!  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: Spooktalker on October 30, 2011, 09:27:40 AM
This latest batch is especially great (thugs, dog, horse head and 2 characters).  :o :-* We can really tell life has been rough to those thugs and they intent to repay all comers in kind. Have had my eye on that Ral Partha dog (still in print at Iron Wind) but have not seen those two characters before. Love the sculpts, love the execution.  8)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: thebinmann on October 30, 2011, 10:38:31 AM
(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_thugs_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_freaks_02.jpg)

Ah Mr Witchiemer I see we have similar tastes in figs, I have the thugs except number 3 (which I have looked at several times and noiw I know he has a club is a dead cert: http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=33813.0)
Who is the eye-patched gong hidding in the back of the thug scene

The masked man is perhaps my favourite citadel mini (though that's a tough call) and the hunchback is on my list at the moment and the dog well he looks the dog's b******* (is it still available)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 30, 2011, 10:43:43 AM
Who is the eye-patched gong hidding in the back of the thug scene

it's a Foundry Viking civilian.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: Mad Doc Morris on October 30, 2011, 12:05:26 PM
How could I possibly miss this thread completely? o_o
Wonderful stuff, very inspirational. We obviously share a love for the weird Late Medieval, "Boschesque" aspects of good ol' Mordheim.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: Calimero on October 30, 2011, 12:23:29 PM
Wonderful stuff, very inspirational...

Indeed 8)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: Welf VIII. on October 30, 2011, 01:15:43 PM
That's all quite nice indeed.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: DeafNala on October 30, 2011, 01:47:44 PM
Those fill a necessary role in The Town...what would a civilized community be without Thugs, Hoodlums, Hooligans, & Ne'er-do-wells? VERY WELL DONE...I love your painting style!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: Hubbynz on October 31, 2011, 03:58:56 AM
Lovely stuff here, beautiful painting. I would love to see an overall shot of the town so far as well as a step by step painting guide for your Citadel minis. Love your understated tones.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 30/10)
Post by: uti long smile on October 31, 2011, 03:48:21 PM
Thug number 4 has been a stalwart villain in many of my D&D games over the years - I wish I had had the others. The unmasking freak was always a favourite, but sadly never owned it.

Wonderful stuff.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on November 01, 2011, 01:08:26 PM
Thank to all for your kind comments :)

Next bunch of old Citadel minis.

Two citizens. The beggar is a pre-slotta one, so very old in many respects. The guy with the scythe is a Trish Morrison sculpt. The sculpt isn't really the standard of today but funny to paint for some reason.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_09.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_11.jpg)

Ans some reinforcements for Witchtown's militia. Got the greatsword guy recenty from our WK, thanks mate! The two guys on the right (spear and bow armed) aren't painted by me, but by a talented german paintress Andre Wille about 12-13 years ago. I just rebased them. I think, they do fit my collection and painting style quite well

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_militia_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_militia_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_militia_03.jpg)

I thought that one militia fighter with axe could make a nice woodcutter.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_10.jpg)

And a bit of a preview, more goodies on my workbench. Witchtown's high society..

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_citizens_wip.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: thebinmann on November 01, 2011, 01:18:42 PM
Well I'd like to live there!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: Sir Dryden on November 01, 2011, 01:39:29 PM
Hi to all,

A wonderful and inspirational project indeed. That newly-added archer brought back a ton of memories. It was featured in an old Citadel painting guide I got in the late 80's. There was only one photo of it, to illustrate drybrushing if I remember correctly. I used to love that mini and was actively looking for it at the time. It still looks good. Thanks for sharing, and please share a lot more!

Yours truly,

Sir Dryden
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: Pil on November 01, 2011, 06:39:06 PM
Wonderful updats!  :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on November 01, 2011, 07:10:32 PM
Splendid work Alex  :-*  :-*

I really like the palettes for all the figures  8)

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: thebinmann on November 01, 2011, 07:18:06 PM
st noticed the dog's forepaw over the base edge = quality!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: Neotacha on November 01, 2011, 10:45:45 PM
Really gorgeous stuff.  Have I remembered to say thank you for telling us who made the various figures?  I really do appreciate it; I can go looking for the minis that inspire me right away.

(Finding them, now, that's a different issue!)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: Hubbynz on November 03, 2011, 05:05:20 AM
Have you thought of using these minis from Pro Gloria???
 I think they would suit what you already have.

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-i4DVPHkup54/TiXt5VhdkuI/AAAAAAAAAFo/MqGlDdxAWAc/s1600/00.jpg)

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FeUJGsSfeFE/TiXt4semZXI/AAAAAAAAAFk/YREsThJ_RPw/s1600/000.jpg)

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NWHxGuOm7qE/TiXt331HDMI/AAAAAAAAAFg/3PuPtTfADCQ/s1600/0000.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: thebinmann on November 03, 2011, 06:19:26 AM
Now they are nice!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on November 03, 2011, 06:22:35 AM
Have you thought of using these minis from Pro Gloria???
 I think they would suit what you already have.


yes, they would, I've actually bought them already.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 01/11)
Post by: Faber on November 05, 2011, 12:09:36 PM
Lovely project Prof!  :-*
With all these minis you have endless gaming possibilities! You can run anything from a skirmish to a role game!
Keep working and thanks fro share!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on November 05, 2011, 02:43:38 PM
Today is the day of the thieves in Witchtown. Another bunch of really old Citadel goodies.

All three miniatures are very old pre-slotta Citadel figures.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_thieves_01.jpg)

All three from the next Citadel slotta-based-generation (got the first two of them from Thebinnmann, thanks Adam!)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_thieves_02.jpg)

Pre-slotta thug, pre-slotta Thiev/Assassin, Reaper gnome thief.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_thieves_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_thieves_04.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_thieves_05.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_thieves_06.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Mason on November 05, 2011, 02:50:56 PM
More great paintjobs, Prof!

 :-* :-*
Some truly wonderful old miniatures there.
My favourite is the chap with the eye-patch.
Never seen him before and think I will have to keep an eye out for him.
(No pun intended, just couldnt figure a better way to put that)

Great diorama shots in there, too.

Lovely stuff!



Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Sir Dryden on November 05, 2011, 02:56:51 PM
Hi to all,

I own the same two minis that Thebinnman has provided you. They are described as "Thief" and "Burglar" on the slotta-thingie that goes in the base (what's the actual name of that thing?). I was wondering when these two would show up in Witchtown! Again,very nice paintjobs.

Yours truly,

Sir Dryden
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Steve F on November 05, 2011, 03:16:15 PM
... the slotta-thingie that goes in the base (what's the actual name of that thing?)...

Tab?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Sir Dryden on November 05, 2011, 03:31:56 PM
Tab...

Man, can I ever be dumb sometimes...

Thanks for the response though!

Yours truly,

Sir Dryden
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: thebinmann on November 05, 2011, 07:29:46 PM
Lovely stuff, looking great!

Gutsnort is great I've tried to get one but at the moment ebay is £50+!!!

Nice to see my old figures finally painted!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: thebinmann on November 05, 2011, 07:31:31 PM
Love that gnome, cleary based on the Poirot Gnome in the old WD WFRP adventure!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: DeafNala on November 05, 2011, 09:23:49 PM
BEAUTIFULLY DONE as always! I love the photo of the Gang of Ne'er Do-Wells sauntering down the street.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Helen on November 05, 2011, 09:51:33 PM
Lovely work Alex.

Cheers,

Helen
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on November 06, 2011, 10:25:05 AM
Gutsnort is great I've tried to get one but at the moment ebay is £50+!!!

OMG, mine was quite expensive, too, but not THAT expensive..
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: thebinmann on November 06, 2011, 10:47:40 AM
OMG, mine was quite expensive, too, but not THAT expensive..

Didou get two?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on November 06, 2011, 10:48:36 AM
Didou get two?

unfortunately not, just this one :(
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: inkydave on November 08, 2011, 09:36:52 PM
 Prof , are you transmitting telepathic thought control mind worms? o_o

www.mirliton.it (http://www.mirliton.it)

Saw these and immediately thought of Witchtown. I cant give any details on casting quality or size compatability coz I have not seen them in the flesh, but some of the minis look like they could be of use. Im ordering 1 or 2 of the packs and can post some pics when they arrive if you like.
These are pics of the dioramas they sell but many of the figs are avaliable as individuals. If you have already seen and rejected them them please ignore me  :)

 
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Faber on November 08, 2011, 11:36:29 PM
I've seen those mirliton minis a week ago at a convention here in Italy. I was near to buy some dogs and some kids but they are too small for 28mm scale in my opinion. I think they are 25mm or smaller. And...maybe they are better when painted but they were not so well sculpted and detailed...
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: inkydave on November 08, 2011, 11:46:50 PM
I've seen those mirliton minis a week ago at a convention here in Italy. I was near to buy some dogs and some kids but they are too small for 28mm scale in my opinion. I think they are 25mm or smaller. And...maybe they are better when painted but they were not so well sculpted and detailed...
 
 Thats a real shame. I liked the look of those.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Faber on November 09, 2011, 10:58:53 AM
 
 Thats a real shame. I liked the look of those.

agree mate. I was very disappointed: they look better in pics, painted and assembled in diorama, but put one of them in the middle of a game near LAM and GW minis and you'll see the difference. Hope to be wrong for you, maybe you can adapt them...
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on November 09, 2011, 11:41:24 AM
I know them and I've got the kitchen diorama and actually have in mind to use them for this project. I didn't find them too small. Definitely not if compared to the old Citadel stuff. I will make some compasion pics.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: thebinmann on November 09, 2011, 11:48:54 AM
I know them and I've got the kitchen diorama and actually have in mind to use them for this project. I didn't find them too small. Definitely not if compared to the old Citadel stuff. I will make some compasion pics.

1980s citadel is 25mm so it should fit find and mirlton is old 80s stuff from....? (ah help!)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on November 09, 2011, 11:56:15 AM
1980s citadel is 25mm so it should fit find and mirlton is old 80s stuff from....? (ah help!)

you meant Grenadier? yes, Fantasy and Future stuff. But I thought these medieval figures are an own creation of Mirliton.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: thebinmann on November 09, 2011, 12:08:24 PM
you meant Grenadier? yes, Fantasy and Future stuff. But I thought these medieval figures are an own creation of Mirliton.

Ah ha, but I guess the match the fantasy (by guess I mean hope...)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: inkydave on November 09, 2011, 08:10:06 PM
I know them and I've got the kitchen diorama and actually have in mind to use them for this project. I didn't find them too small. Definitely not if compared to the old Citadel stuff. I will make some compasion pics.


thanks prof-thats good news :)
Im mainly looking at the children, animals and the 'extras' for my needs so if close to current 28s in size I can go ahead and order some.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Remington on November 29, 2011, 10:07:30 PM
Erm... How can 21 pages of AWESOME sneak past me???  :-* Bloody hell this is good!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: **GS** on December 01, 2011, 08:16:38 AM
Huuu,
just too quick for me, too!

All of your stuff makes me want to copy some of these.

Great.

GS
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: cianty on December 28, 2011, 02:30:46 PM
I need to join the choir: Awesome!! Can't wait for more awesomeness! :o
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Mississippi on December 29, 2011, 01:05:58 AM
Better than a Superb Job!!!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Faust23 on December 29, 2011, 06:28:49 AM
Brilliant as usual!  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Joao on December 30, 2011, 06:13:09 PM
This thread is such a gem. I've been carefully checking most of the photos in here, and the civilians in particular. It's really great that you have mixed old and new miniatures from all sorts of ranges.
Thanks a lot for the inspiration (and motivation).

Now I'm particularly looking forward to seeing how the Pardulon and Tabletop World terrain will look like.

Joao
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 05/11)
Post by: Phelan on December 31, 2011, 04:13:07 PM
Beautiful Project with amazing Paintjobs!  :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on February 17, 2012, 07:42:04 PM
Guests appearance today. Recently I've painted some figures for our Binmann, so here a short appearance before they go to the mail :)

There is no science, only magic!

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/binmann_wizard_1.jpg)

Stay behind me!

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/binmann_dwarf_halfling_1.jpg)

Not far from the town...

btw, I didn't paint that beastman on the left, I just have made the shield and the pic of the entire chaos gang for Adam.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/binmann_chaos_1.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: thebinmann on February 17, 2012, 07:44:54 PM
Beauties

You did an amazing job!!

I lovely the mine entrance too! Is scratchbuilt?

In the first pic is the big guy one of your line of models? And the book too?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on February 17, 2012, 07:47:09 PM
Beauties

You did an amazing job!!

I lovely the mine entrance too! Is scratchbuilt?

In the first pic is the big guy one of your line of models? And the book too?

glad you like it :) The mine is from Netterrain (scratchbuilt by him). The big guy if from Bruegelburg:

http://www.lead-adventure.com/product_info.php?cPath=22&products_id=56

The book is an old piece, maybe Ral Partha or Metal Magic or anything else, no idea to be honest :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: thebinmann on February 17, 2012, 07:56:14 PM
Cheers,  a big (the mine that is)?

Do you have a link for Netterrain? Because despite the name google can't find it...
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on February 17, 2012, 08:17:25 PM
Do you have a link for Netterrain? Because despite the name google can't find it...

no idea, bought it at ebay from him about ten years ago, probably he doesn't make that anymore. Maybe one of the german members knows more.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: Engel on February 17, 2012, 08:22:08 PM
Lovly stuff.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: phreedh on February 17, 2012, 09:06:56 PM
The lectern with book looks a lot like the Mega Minis bookstand:
http://freeboardgamesnow.com/bookstandx1.aspx

So, I suppose it's Metal Magic. =)

Great job Alex, but now you're giving me a headache as I got a mini from Adam today I'm supposed to paint for him.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: Mason on February 17, 2012, 09:43:48 PM
Lovely paintjobs, Prof!
 :-*
(You do realise that now you will have to get the same figures for yourself now, dont you?  ;))

Adam is a lucky boy!

The lectern with book looks a lot like the Mega Minis bookstand:
http://freeboardgamesnow.com/bookstandx1.aspx

So, I suppose it's Metal Magic. =)

It is. I have six of them used as reroll counters for my human Blood Bowl team.
I will see if I can find them on ebay (where I got mine) and send you the link, Adam.
IIRC they were only about a quid each.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on February 17, 2012, 09:51:28 PM
(You do realise that now you will have to get the same figures for yourself now, dont you?  ;))

Well, at least the wizard, the halfling and the dwarf..

And the ogre..

and maybe the two-headed chaos dwarf...

thug would be great too..

 o_o
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: DeafNala on February 17, 2012, 10:23:21 PM
All VERY WELL DONE! The minis look WONDERFULLY CINEMATIC in their natural surroundings. I love the Big Horny Guy in the center of the Chaotic Lads.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: Drunkendwarf on February 17, 2012, 10:57:46 PM
Beauties

You did an amazing job!!

I lovely the mine entrance too! Is scratchbuilt?

In the first pic is the big guy one of your line of models? And the book too?

For the mine entrance it looks like this item is used with some additional scratchbuilding:
(http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/3672/10014ramskullgate.jpg)
http://www.scotiagrendel.com/Products/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2_41&sort=20a&page=2

DJ
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on February 17, 2012, 11:01:10 PM
Damn, now I get it, Adam did you mean THIS mine entrance? Yes, it's Grendel, sorry, I have thought you was asking after the entrance on the dwarf+halfling pic.

(http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/3672/10014ramskullgate.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: einarolafson on February 17, 2012, 11:14:56 PM
Haven´t seen this thread before. Very impressive!! I like your painting style, very clean and bright colours!!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: thebinmann on April 03, 2012, 09:38:46 PM
we want and update!!!!!!!!!

And no it's LPL as an excuse  ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/02)
Post by: dinohunterpoa on April 03, 2012, 11:11:10 PM
 :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o

Now, I've DEFINITELY just threw away my huge collection of card buildings! 

And it's time to start my own WFRP village all over again...

Professor, THANK YOU VERY MUCH for sharing this WONDERFUL piece of inspiration and total AWESOMENESS!!!

 :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (12/05/12)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 12, 2012, 08:05:51 PM
Back to Witchtown! With painted Tabletop World buildings (thanks to Grimm!), another table setup and a newly painted Marauder citizen.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_10.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_01.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_02.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_03.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_04.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_05.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_06.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_07.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_08.jpg)

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_09.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/05)
Post by: Mason on May 12, 2012, 08:12:29 PM
 :o :o :o

Stunning!
Simply stunning!

 :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/05)
Post by: Admiral Benbow on May 12, 2012, 08:20:31 PM
Ahh, at least, he's back! Wonderful pictures, Alex!
 :-* :o :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/05)
Post by: gamer Mac on May 12, 2012, 08:23:18 PM
Beautiful Buildings, terrain and figures :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/05)
Post by: thebinmann on May 12, 2012, 08:34:37 PM
Beautiflu, and with very little post LPL break!!!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/05)
Post by: killshot on May 12, 2012, 09:55:16 PM
 :-* :-* Love it, thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/05)
Post by: FramFramson on May 12, 2012, 11:59:42 PM
Might fine work, prof! That's quite a substantial town you've got now!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/05)
Post by: Hubbynz on May 13, 2012, 12:32:01 AM
Love it!!!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/05)
Post by: Theomar Pius on May 13, 2012, 03:15:23 AM
Looks fantastic! Very inspirational, thanks for posting these. ;D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 12/05)
Post by: HereWego on May 13, 2012, 07:03:05 PM
 :o :o :o :o :o :o :o

Unbelievable

 :o :o :o :o :o :o :o
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 14/05)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 14, 2012, 09:30:06 PM
The shot of the day from Witchtown. The featured figure is an old Citadel thief, the mule is from Foundry’s Darkest Africa range.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/a-new-thief-in-witchtown.jpg)
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Post by: Chilledenuff on May 14, 2012, 10:02:58 PM
 :o :-*

Wow...... I'd like to use a better superlative but wow!  Awesome stuff!
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Post by: maxxev on May 14, 2012, 11:24:52 PM
I wish I had the space for a permenent board with wonderful terrain on it like that, good job
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 15, 2012, 07:14:43 PM
Some kind of foul deeds are going on in the backyards of Witchtown...

but Witchtown without witches? No way!

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/in-the-backyard.jpg)

The big witch is from Westwind, they have a pack with three or four (?) witches, it’s one of the sets without photo on Westwind’s site, all the witches are typically big, have nice action poses and looks very cool.
 
Sorry, no idea where the cauldron with the unfortunate guy comes from. Also Westwind? RAFM? Anything else?


(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/witch.jpg)
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Post by: NurgleHH on May 15, 2012, 07:35:55 PM
Great, that One of my Favorite Projects Goes on.  :)
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Post by: Dolmot on May 15, 2012, 11:26:40 PM
Sorry, no idea where the cauldron with the unfortunate guy comes from. Also Westwind

The same blister. I think I painted both of those minis a few months ago. :)

link (http://kulturkommissariatet.se/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=124_271_285&products_id=1888)

That's one bustling town for sure.
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Post by: aggro84 on May 16, 2012, 02:06:43 AM
Nice work Prof! Wonderful paintjobs on the minis. Grimm did a great job on your buildings.  :-*

Thanks for the Westwind Witch pics. It's frustrating that they don't show all of their miniatures.  >:(
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Post by: Faber on May 17, 2012, 09:07:27 AM
yeah! Amazing job Prof.  :-*
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Post by: Lowtardog on May 17, 2012, 09:19:55 AM
Lovely Stuff Prof :-* out of interest I am building some small warbands using celtos and noticed they ahve released a cauldron wtih undead types emerging may be another additional cauldron for your coven :D ;D
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Post by: DeafNala on May 17, 2012, 01:49:22 PM
VERY WELL DONE! I had wondered what the West Wind Witches looked like...thanks for sharing them.
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 17, 2012, 04:50:10 PM
Lovely Stuff Prof :-* out of interest I am building some small warbands using celtos and noticed they ahve released a cauldron wtih undead types emerging may be another additional cauldron for your coven :D ;D

yes, got that one cauldron too :)

Today "before and after" post. One of the Witchtown houses was a pre-painted one and I didn't really like it. So I've decided to spend the day (holiday in South Germany) repainting it.

Before:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/house-before-weathering.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/room-before-painting.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/house-before-weathering-2-.jpg)


After some hours:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/house_after_weathering.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/house-after-weathering-2-.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/room-after-painting.jpg)

now I'm thinking abot the repainting of the "Green Dragon"(greyish house in the background)..
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Post by: Mason on May 17, 2012, 05:57:03 PM
Lovely stuff, Prof!
 :-*

The repaint really brings out the best of a very nice building.

Now please stop with all the scenery building lark.
Between yourself and the good Theomar Pius, and the amazing work that you both producing, I am starting to get the bug again.....
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Post by: wolfkill on May 17, 2012, 09:14:58 PM
 :o i dont know what to say  ??? :o
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Post by: thebinmann on May 17, 2012, 09:36:06 PM
Wow even the before was good!

Where is it from?
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 17, 2012, 09:45:19 PM
Where is it from?

it’s from “The Miniature Building Authority"
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Post by: thebinmann on May 17, 2012, 10:51:48 PM
cheers
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Post by: aggro84 on May 17, 2012, 11:16:10 PM
Good call on the repaint.
I looked good before, now it looks great.  :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 17/05)
Post by: thebinmann on May 17, 2012, 11:28:03 PM
The repaint really brings out the best of a very nice building.

Yes esp the soot staining
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 20, 2012, 03:57:50 PM
(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/plague-doctor1.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/witchtown_dwarf_merchant.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/05)
Post by: Dr Mathias on May 20, 2012, 04:01:59 PM
I like these little views of everyday life, well done!
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Post by: Theomar Pius on May 20, 2012, 04:52:03 PM
That market looks really cool, will be making one myself.
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Post by: magokiron on May 20, 2012, 07:34:26 PM
 :o  o_o  :-*  :-*  :-*

Just... WOW!

Your work never ceases to AMAZE me!

Thanks for sharing such beautiful sets and miniatures.
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Post by: Nefelenwen on May 23, 2012, 07:39:13 AM
Yeah, just WOW!  :-* Your pictures are really great, too.


By the way, which colors did you use for the base? It's a really nice base color.
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 23, 2012, 11:43:49 AM
Thanks to all :)

By the way, which colors did you use for the base? It's a really nice base color.

Started with Foundry Rawhide A through the same colour B and C to a really little bit of Vallejo Ivory.
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Post by: Lowtardog on May 23, 2012, 01:18:28 PM
Stunning work as ever, that plague doctoer does have a bit of a womble look about him form the photo angle ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 20/05)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 23, 2012, 01:25:03 PM
womble look

sorry, Karl, but that is too much for my English, no idea what this means :)
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Post by: white knight on May 23, 2012, 01:49:16 PM
sorry, Karl, but that is too much for my English, no idea what this means :)

(http://www.bloggernews.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/womble1.jpg)

;)
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 24, 2012, 08:10:17 AM
yes, they bear a certain resemblance to our good doctor  :)
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Post by: Christian on May 24, 2012, 08:57:39 AM
Did you ever hear of a womble that caught the plague?

I think this is such a great collection. It's great exploring all the details in the photos... One of those tiny villages I'd like to be 28mm so I could live in it!
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 24, 2012, 09:02:35 AM
One of those tiny villages I'd like to be 28mm so I could live in it!

This is actually just a part of Witchtown, a peacefull one. I hope to extend the city and to build more uncomfortable districts in the next years :)
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Post by: OSHIROmodels on May 24, 2012, 10:45:05 AM
Excellent as always Alex  :-* :-* :-*

You really are great at capturing the feel of oldy-worldy town life  8)

cheers

James
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Post by: anevilgiraffe on May 24, 2012, 11:53:08 AM
lovely stuff...
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Post by: Phelan on May 25, 2012, 09:52:23 PM
Amazing stuff!
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Post by: gamer Mac on May 26, 2012, 11:18:25 PM
Thanks for the great inspiring photos :-* :-* :-*
I have the table top bits and bobs sitting on my workbench and need some ideas for painting them. I will just copy yours :D
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Post by: Legion on June 19, 2012, 06:32:25 AM
Who makes the guy with the outstretched arm holding the lantern in this pic?:

http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_adventurer_01.jpg

Must have.

Thanks,

Legion
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Post by: Bugsda on June 19, 2012, 09:41:52 AM
This has grown into a beautiful project Alex, like a Terry Pratchett book come to lead.  :-*
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Post by: thebinmann on June 19, 2012, 10:19:42 AM
Wombles and prof painted lead, that's me happy now and aged 6! Just need to add the Flumps
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Post by: DeafNala on June 19, 2012, 01:44:56 PM
Like many of the Forum's more talented artists, it is sometimes difficult to come up with the right words to describe my feelings on your WONDERFUL creations. Suffice it to say I LOVE them all...VERY WELL DONE!
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on June 19, 2012, 05:13:37 PM
thanks all :)

Who makes the guy with the outstretched arm holding the lantern in this pic?:

http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_adventurer_01.jpg


Reaper 2641 Harley Brimstone, an older figure , no idea if still available or not.
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on June 19, 2012, 05:18:21 PM
btw, some more pics, posted them recently on our Facebook page

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/witchtown_street.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/witchtown_graveyard.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/witchtown_at_tower.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/witchtown_landsknechts_1.jpg)
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Post by: Mason on June 19, 2012, 05:42:37 PM
Wonderful!

The atmosphere just oozes from these pictures, particularly the Graveyard scene, and that blue/grey tone on the stonework is lovely!
 :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: aggro84 on June 19, 2012, 06:43:13 PM
Lovely stuff Prof!  :-*

One of the things I really enjoy about this project is how much it feels like a living, breathing city.
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Post by: DeafNala on June 19, 2012, 06:48:46 PM
The new photos are WONDERFUL. I love the Graveyard scene. AND the Tavern Keeper is a GREAT mini. FANTASTICALLY WELL DONE as ever!
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Post by: killshot on June 19, 2012, 08:26:26 PM
This plog continues to amaze!   :-* :-*
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Post by: Lowtardog on June 19, 2012, 08:48:12 PM
More stunning work :-*
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Post by: Theatralic on June 20, 2012, 10:35:48 PM
Just imagining to have something like that standing at home...

lovely and inspiring, painted with dedication and passion!


Meinen tiefsten Respekt Prof.Witchheimer
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on June 21, 2012, 09:06:32 AM
Thank you much :)
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Post by: verd on June 21, 2012, 11:10:20 AM
I'm very impressed with your work  :o

VERY impressed  :o :o
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Post by: Theomar Pius on June 21, 2012, 02:10:40 PM
The graveyard scene is really great, I'm loving all of these shots.
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on June 25, 2012, 05:44:56 PM
Colofornius Apfelmark, the honoured treasurer of The Merchant Guild of Veneticus and his Maiden Guard!

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/colofornius_apfelmark.jpg)
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Post by: thebinmann on June 25, 2012, 06:33:11 PM
Lovely scence, but we need close ups
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Post by: Theatralic on June 25, 2012, 07:01:10 PM
Please tell met that you play with them !!! Such awesome stuff must be played with  :)

yes, I agree on close ups.

Thanks for sharing.
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Post by: Mason on June 25, 2012, 07:25:07 PM
Superb scene, as usual, Prof!
 :-*

I have been considering the ladies of Bruegelburg as a more realistic alternative for a Sisters of Sigmar warband for Mordheim for a while, and this is really encouraging.
 ;D

Such lovely sculpts are just begging to be used in some way.
 ;)
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Post by: DeafNala on June 25, 2012, 09:03:44 PM
Another LOVELY creation. The scene gives meaning to the expression "brought to life". VERY WELL DONE!
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Post by: thebinmann on June 25, 2012, 09:21:56 PM
Another LOVELY creation. The scene gives meaning to the expression "brought to life". VERY WELL DONE!

Quite, it makes me wonder how long you spend staging the photos prof?
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on June 25, 2012, 09:48:07 PM
Please tell met that you play with them !!! Such awesome stuff must be played with  :)

yes, I'm going to play with them.

Quite, it makes me wonder how long you spend staging the photos prof?

It depends. Sometimes some minutes, sometimes longer. But it's easier since I've got that Bruegelburg setup, I just need to put the figures and make fotos.
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Post by: Theatralic on June 25, 2012, 09:52:44 PM
Damn, now I want to play with them , too. I am coming over  ;)
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Post by: thebinmann on June 25, 2012, 10:16:15 PM
yes, I'm going to play with them.

It depends. Sometimes some minutes, sometimes longer. But it's easier since I've got that Bruegelburg setup, I just need to put the figures and make fotos.

Cheers

Which rules are you going to use
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/08)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 08, 2012, 09:00:29 AM
Which rules are you going to use

sorry, Adam, did miss your question. My own rule set.

an update, just yesterday received a parcel from grimm with some painted buildings. Good man, Grimm, love his work. Blacksmith forge

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/blacksmith_forgery.jpg)

and some shots with older scenery:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/witchtown_barn.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/witchtown_scene_01.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/08)
Post by: Malamute on August 08, 2012, 09:06:19 AM
Lovely photos Alex, great stuff ;D
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Post by: Centaur_Seducer on August 08, 2012, 09:11:59 AM
Nice on prof! :-*
The last picture though, it looks like the baby is meant to go down into the pot :D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/08)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 08, 2012, 10:09:51 AM
We have 2 weeks holiday coming up and have not decided where to go. If I had my choice we'd spend the time in Witchtown. I have seen nowhere more interesting and exciting this year!

We have free rooms in the tower upstairs, if you want to pass a night ot two there.
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Post by: Mason on August 08, 2012, 05:54:25 PM
Great photos that capture the scene perfectly.
 :-*

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Post by: thebinmann on August 09, 2012, 12:36:16 AM
sorry, Adam, did miss your question. My own rule set.

Is that German language only?

Great photos that capture the scene perfectly.
 :-*

Yes damn him! Painter, mettre en scène and photographer....
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/08)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 09, 2012, 09:40:06 AM
Is that German language only?

yes.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/08)
Post by: Blackwolf on August 09, 2012, 10:05:09 AM
Prof.,this thread continues to impress; fanstastic!!! :-* :-* :-* And the more I look at your lovely pictures the more I want to buy a van load of Tabletop World buildings from Michael.....I have too much stuff already,ah well ;good thing Annette is so 'understanding' ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/08)
Post by: thebinmann on August 09, 2012, 10:31:08 AM
yes.

Um, my GCSE German might be lacking. Though the last rules I wrote involved a d10 and made up numbers (British vs Zulus in fabulous plastics), but then I was 10.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/08)
Post by: Centaur_Seducer on August 09, 2012, 11:44:03 AM
Um, my GCSE German might be lacking. Though the last rules I wrote involved a d10 and made up numbers (British vs Zulus in fabulous plastics), but then I was 10.
I thought you all spoke perfect German in Bögenhafen* ;)

Great stuff prof, and I keep going back to this thread and dream about the good ol' Warhammer Fantasy RPG and all those nights we spent exploring :)

*Bögenhafen is by the way a very funny word in Swedish since a rather elaborate translation (mixing swedish and german) does change the name to "Gay Haven". I do believe it's funny still, but I reckon I'm quite alone on the sniggering to funny names at the age of 30.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/08)
Post by: CyberAlien312 on August 09, 2012, 01:28:19 PM
I really love this thread! It amazes me that I've never seen it before!
Could you take a picture of the complete city? I would love to see everything in one picture!
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Post by: airbornegrove26 on August 09, 2012, 02:12:47 PM
As well as some game reports if your time permits.  :D
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/08)
Post by: Faber on August 12, 2012, 10:16:20 AM
people said it: amazing thread, a pleasure to see it. And yes, we would all like to live there  :-*

I really love this thread! It amazes me that I've never seen it before!
Could you take a picture of the complete city? I would love to see everything in one picture!
As well as some game reports if your time permits.  :D

ditto&ditto!  :)
thanks for sharing Alex!
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Post by: Treebeard on August 13, 2012, 05:27:35 PM
Just Epic !
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Post by: Thantsants on August 13, 2012, 09:27:29 PM
Beautiful and certainly something to aspire to...  o_o
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Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 14, 2012, 01:06:22 PM
I've been 'liking' these on FB.

Great set ups Alex  8)

cheers

James
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Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 16, 2012, 08:00:29 AM
I really love this thread! It amazes me that I've never seen it before!
Could you take a picture of the complete city? I would love to see everything in one picture!

here a bit of a overview about a part. As the city isn't finished yet, I would prefer not to post the panorma pics for the time being.

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/witchtown_12_05_12_10.jpg)

And here another new building (it's from Pardulon this time), painted by Grimm again!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 16/08)
Post by: CyberAlien312 on August 16, 2012, 08:02:43 AM
Great!
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Post by: Dr. The Viking on August 16, 2012, 08:32:45 AM
*Oogles*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 08, 2012, 10:19:22 AM
some WK dwarves and pigs arrived in Witchtown :) Lovely figures and great fun to paint!
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Post by: Dr. The Viking on September 08, 2012, 10:21:09 AM
Brilliant!!!!!!!  :o
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Post by: white knight on September 08, 2012, 10:27:13 AM
Everyone's staring at them!  lol

Magnificent painting, they were certainly worth the wait!  :-*

The pig and hedgehog fit in well with Witchtown.  8)
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Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 08, 2012, 11:29:00 AM
Stunning work  :-* :-*

cheers

James
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Post by: redzed on September 08, 2012, 12:21:03 PM
love them dwarves :-*
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Post by: Mason on September 08, 2012, 12:24:58 PM
Quality!
 :-*

The paintwork, scene setting and camera pointing are all top notch.
It really does look as if they are attrating the attention of all they pass.
Brilliant!
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Post by: CyberAlien312 on September 08, 2012, 12:42:11 PM
Lovely.  :-*
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Post by: DeafNala on September 08, 2012, 12:46:11 PM
The latest additions to WitchTown's burgeoning population are BEAUTIFUL, CHARMING pieces masterfully painted & based. I love the striped spear shafts. VERY WELL DONE!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: Andym on September 08, 2012, 05:05:19 PM
Excellent, excellent work Prof!! :o :o 8) 8) :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: Faber on September 08, 2012, 05:12:35 PM
those stunties are perfect for Witchtown!  :-*
Lovely paintjob on lovely miniatures, Alex.  8)
WKM and LAM are wonderful and it's a pleasure to see they work perfectly togheter.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: Joao on September 08, 2012, 11:08:44 PM
Lovely additions! I also love the public reactions of the citizens to these new arrivals! :)

Any chance we will be able to see these dwarfs and entertaining animals from WK on the market? I would like to have them in my town. ;)

Joao
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 08, 2012, 11:10:22 PM
thanks to all for the kind comments :)

Any chance we will be able to see these dwarfs and entertaining animals from WK on the market? I would like to have them in my town. ;)

they all are on the market already:
http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.de/
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: white knight on September 09, 2012, 08:12:08 AM
Well, semi on the market anyway.

Direct link to the relevant section: http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/All%20posts (http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/All%20posts)
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: Admiral Benbow on September 12, 2012, 07:47:16 PM
Superb photography, Alex! The second picture is just great!
 :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: Hubbynz on September 13, 2012, 02:36:26 AM
Some of the best work I have seen on WK's minis....the mounted guy is truely fantastic especially with the head selection.
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: Joao on September 22, 2012, 02:34:17 AM
Well, semi on the market anyway.

Direct link to the relevant section: http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/All%20posts (http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.com/search/label/All%20posts)

Awesome! Thanks for the link. I will definitely try to get these babies soon (well, before Christmas, anyway). :)

Joao
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: thebinmann on April 28, 2013, 10:27:58 PM
Um a little too quite in Witchtwon, something must be coming (oh I do hope so)

Plus a bump for new members that might not have seen this beauty!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: The Dozing Dragon on May 09, 2013, 04:33:17 PM
some WK dwarves and pigs arrived in Witchtown :) Lovely figures and great fun to paint!

Woah! Missed these first time around...brilliant colours - wonderful PJs. Most jealous of the space!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: majorsmith on May 09, 2013, 07:51:13 PM
ace! love the way the towns population are staring at the new arrivals!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: PatrickWR on August 29, 2013, 09:38:20 PM
What a thread! I've been through it a few times and there's no end of inspiration here. Would love to know what's up with Witchtown...any updates?
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 08/09)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 30, 2013, 09:24:26 AM
Thanks!

I'm actually shuttling between Witchtown and Bruegelburg and due to the lack ot time I'm more in Brugelburg currently (here the latest Bruegelburg updates - http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=57329) as Witchtown is my city for all the medieval and fantasy stuff I like (no matter who's producing them) and Bruegelburg is more the place for the official LAM range figures :) Discriminatory in some way, I know, but that's the way the Bruegelburger handle this :D
Title: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on July 04, 2015, 11:54:09 PM
Time to revive this thread. Today the first fruits of my rekindled passion for Undeads, part of my entry for the Round 8 of the LPL.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Witchtown_Zombicide.jpg)

Most of them are older GW Fantasy zombies (4-5.ed. WHFB). I’ve changed the poses trying to give them some fresh impetus and now I like them much better. The zombie on the right is a quite old Citadel one, a very nice model. The dwarf was made for Mordheim und he is probably my favorite from the lot. To give more dramatic flair to the scene and to create more contrast I've also painted the guy with the scythe (a Bob Olley sculpt, btw).

In the meantime I’ve painted two more Zombies, both being Mordheim specials, I like especially the girl, zombified Sister of Sigmar, brilliant idea! The guy must be the representative of Marienburg.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Witchtown_Zombicide_1.jpg)

And now the whole staggering gang so far.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Witchtown_Zombicide_2.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Witchtown_Zombicide_3.jpg)

More to come. All kinds of zombies. Even Halflings (Thanks White Knight :))!

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/150705_WIP_Fantasy_Zombies.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Elbows on July 05, 2015, 12:02:33 AM
Magnificent paint work...makes me feel like crap because I just painted my first minis in 9 months...and they're garbage. :D  Nice work Prof.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on July 05, 2015, 08:05:39 AM
Superb brushwork  :-* :-* :-*

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Mason on July 05, 2015, 09:37:39 AM
Superb brushwork  :-* :-* :-*

Indeed!
Great muted colour choices.
 :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: white knight on July 05, 2015, 10:08:27 AM
At last, an update!  8)

Magnificent paint work...makes me feel like crap because I just painted my first minis in 9 months...and they're garbage.

Same here, on all counts.  lol
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on July 05, 2015, 10:14:21 AM
Thanks, guys :)

At last, an update!  8)

Indeed, after three years. My heart was bleeding seeing that thread rotting away and getting more dusty :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on July 05, 2015, 10:32:55 AM
Indeed!
Great muted colour choices.
 :-* :-*

good point, btw, I've decided to go for more greenish skin and overall muted design this time. Not to compare with the other zombie related project of mine :)
http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=15147.120
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Admiral Benbow on July 05, 2015, 10:45:30 AM
Lovely fellows, Alex! Getting in mood for Zombicide: Black Plague already?  ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on July 05, 2015, 10:49:22 AM
Lovely fellows, Alex! Getting in mood for Zombicide: Black Plague already?  ;)

´

Of course, Michael, the announcement of the Black Plague was exactly the motivation jolt I needed :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Too Bo Coo on July 05, 2015, 11:02:04 AM
WOW!  Great stuff Prof!  The latest Zombicide KS gave me a jolt too!  Then I remembered my unfinished Zombicide and got back to finishing up the basic set :D  They are nice minis to paint with the exaggerated detail.  Just a nightmare to clean up though...

Just love this project!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on July 05, 2015, 02:10:57 PM
WOW!  Great stuff Prof!  The latest Zombicide KS gave me a jolt too!  Then I remembered my unfinished Zombicide and got back to finishing up the basic set :D  They are nice minis to paint with the exaggerated detail.  Just a nightmare to clean up though...

Just love this project!

Thank you :)
Yes, I've already tried to clean up them too and it didn't make much fun, that's the downside of the Zombicide :?
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Hammers on July 30, 2015, 08:45:55 AM
Superb brushwork  :-* :-* :-*


This.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Duke Donald on July 30, 2015, 09:36:27 AM
These zombies are fantastic.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: DeafNala on July 30, 2015, 04:43:21 PM
You do have a WONDERFUL style of painting & basing that I find particularly attractive. VERY WELL DONE as always!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Zombies on the streets (upd. 5.07 - p.30)
Post by: Argonor on July 30, 2015, 04:47:34 PM
Unbelievably gruesome - in the best possible way!  :)
Title: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 20, 2015, 09:33:30 PM
This update has been a while in the waiting queue, actually I’ve painted most of the miniatures for the LPL some months ago but as usual taking photos can take a while. Nevertheless here we go with some fantasy adventurers and I’m happy to show you the beginning of my Otherworld collection. Otherworld Miniatures is one of my very top favorites between miniature manufacturers, and actually I would like to have everything they do.

Well, the idea behind this LPL entry (btw, the last one, for the Round 10) was to show some weary Dungeon adventurers going home, leaving a dungeon,  with some booty. The giant in the background plays a very speical part, just standing there and looking at the guys, probably thinking about who of them should be eaten first. We don’t know how it goes further, but I really hope for the guys that they will find their way home :)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_of_the_dungeons_dungeon_6.jpg)

Exclusively for LAF here comes another version of this scene, I did many on that day :) You clearly can see more of the miniatures and the rest but I liked the first one more fue to the gloomy atmosphere. Anyway, that's the shot:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_of_the_dungeons_dungeon_10.jpg)

and now let’s see what we have here. First a wizard and a porter:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_otherworld_1.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_otherworld_2.jpg)

Next ones are a cleric and a squire

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_otherworld_3.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_otherworld_4.jpg)

A mule-handler and a scribe:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_otherworld_5.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_otherworld_6.jpg)

Now a lantern bearer and an expedition mule:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_otherworld_7.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_otherworld_8.jpg)

More pack animals (both Foundry, I think)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_otherworld_9.jpg)

And now a photo of the guys on the streets of Witchtown, my beloved city:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_otherworld_10.jpg)

Next time I’m goig to show you more pictures of the giant, promise! Btw, this post today is aimed to herald starting of a new era..yes, we are going into dungeons under Witchtown soon!
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 20, 2015, 09:40:48 PM
Most excellent  :-* :-* :-*

Btw, this post today is aimed to herald starting of a new era..yes, we are going into dungeons under Witchtown soon!

Exciting  8)

cheers

JAmes
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: otherworld on August 20, 2015, 10:58:52 PM
Lovely Work, Alex.  Would you mind if I posted that top photo on our Facebook page, please?
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 20, 2015, 11:09:11 PM
Lovely Work, Alex.  Would you mind if I posted that top photo on our Facebook page, please?

Thanks, Richard! Sure, feel free to post it there.
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: DeafNala on August 20, 2015, 11:12:15 PM
OUTSTANDING! The top photos of the Bold Adventurers emerging from the caverns into that WONDERFUL Woodland scene is FANTASTIC & INSPIRING! VERY WELL DONE once more!
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: Duke Donald on August 20, 2015, 11:15:36 PM
Fantastic painting and photography!
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: uti long smile on August 20, 2015, 11:36:45 PM
Wonderful stuff.
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: Hitman on August 21, 2015, 04:42:43 AM
WOW...absolutely gorgeous work. Thanks for sharing.
Regards,
Hitman
 8)
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: Hammers on August 21, 2015, 06:19:17 AM
I have to say, you do a very nice blend on your nags... Do you use oils when you paint horses?
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: affun on August 21, 2015, 08:17:36 AM
Exciting to see some of your stuff again  :-* I actually have that first picture as my desktop background - It's a very evocative scene.

I agree fully on the otherworld. Absolutely awesome miniatures.
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: Mason on August 21, 2015, 08:23:52 AM
Gorgeous brushwork,Alex.
 :-* :-*

Really looking forward to seeing more of the giant....and the dungeons.
 8) 8) 8)




(Now I shall have to investigate Otherworld a little more thoroughly too. Those sculpts are wonderful.  :D).
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 21, 2015, 08:52:13 AM
Many thanks, chaps, much appreciate your kind comments :)

I have to say, you do a very nice blend on your nags... Do you use oils when you paint horses?

Never used oils, Peder, wouldn't know what or how to do with them. Just spent more time as usual :)

Exciting to see some of your stuff again  :-* I actually have that first picture as my desktop background - It's a very evocative scene.

I agree fully on the otherworld. Absolutely awesome miniatures.

Wow, my picture as desktop background, now that's pleasant news, thank you :)

Gorgeous brushwork,Alex.
 :-* :-*

Really looking forward to seeing more of the giant....and the dungeons.
 8) 8) 8)

(Now I shall have to investigate Otherworld a little more thoroughly too. Those sculpts are wonderful.  :D).

Yes, Richard did a fantastic job on that range. I still can remeber buying the very first Otherworld figure, that famous idol (which btw will make its appearance here as well at some point). Now it's one of the most beautiful and evocative Fantasy figure lines out there.
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: Nord on August 21, 2015, 10:04:17 AM
Some lovely stuff in here, not just the figures, but the terrain, photos, everything. Excellent all round.

Now I want to start a Nordtown.  :D
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Big Haul (upd. 20.08 - p.31)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 21, 2015, 10:40:34 AM
Some lovely stuff in here, not just the figures, but the terrain, photos, everything. Excellent all round.

Now I want to start a Nordtown.  :D

Cheers, Nord! I totally would love to see your Nordtown, so please start building it :)
Title: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 24, 2015, 09:17:56 PM
Today as promised some photos of the giant from the picture before. You know, that big guy, hiding himself in the dark. Very lovely miniature, from Ral Partha, 1979. No idea who's the sculptor? Tom Meier?

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_giant_05.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_giant_01.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_giant_02.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_giant_03.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_giant_04.jpg)

Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Hobgoblin on August 24, 2015, 09:26:34 PM
Fantastic miniature - and painting to match!

That is indeed a lovely (well ...) giant. And yes, it's by Tom Meier.

I love how these old figures are content to rely on scale for their effect, rather than being sheathed in steroidal muscle. They're all the more menacing for their understatement. And the deliberately non-human proportions really add to the look; he's a little like a Bauer troll.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on August 24, 2015, 09:41:00 PM
Love that first photo and the girls face  lol

Very subtle painting that works a treat on such a large figure  :-* :-*

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Keith on August 24, 2015, 10:08:00 PM
So much wonderful!  :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Mason on August 24, 2015, 11:35:59 PM
Brilliant paintjob on that lovely, old, ugly fella.
So much character.
 :-* :-*


I love that picture set up too.
Inspired, the young lass staring him in the eye.
Brilliant.
 8)

Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: FramFramson on August 24, 2015, 11:56:11 PM
Wow! Lovely miniature, and such a good job on the skin - nice colour choices and blending!
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 25, 2015, 08:28:37 AM
Fantastic miniature - and painting to match!

That is indeed a lovely (well ...) giant. And yes, it's by Tom Meier.

I love how these old figures are content to rely on scale for their effect, rather than being sheathed in steroidal muscle. They're all the more menacing for their understatement. And the deliberately non-human proportions really add to the look; he's a little like a Bauer troll.

Agree on that. It's very disturbing sometimes to recognize how much the direction and so to speak ways to express things" of sculpting have changed since then.

Love that first photo and the girls face  lol

Very subtle painting that works a treat on such a large figure  :-* :-*

Thanks, James, I've actually tested some painting techniques, I've learned in a Massive Voodoo workshop. Like the result so far.

So much wonderful!  :-*

Cheers, Keith :)

Brilliant paintjob on that lovely, old, ugly fella.
So much character.
 :-* :-*


I love that picture set up too.
Inspired, the young lass staring him in the eye.
Brilliant.
 8)



Painted the young lass some years agot and all the time waited for an opportunity to get her into a picture with something big :)


Wow! Lovely miniature, and such a good job on the skin - nice colour choices and blending!

Thank you much, Fram!
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Vermis on August 25, 2015, 09:27:42 AM
Great painting on a great mini. Skintones and shading are top.

I love how these old figures are content to rely on scale for their effect, rather than being sheathed in steroidal muscle.

You and me both!
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: LeadAsbestos on August 25, 2015, 01:47:59 PM
Great.painting! I always loved that giant.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: DeafNala on August 25, 2015, 02:17:01 PM
The confrontation between Giant & the determined Little Girl is PRICELESS! GREAT & IMAGINATIVE WORK!
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Admiral Benbow on August 25, 2015, 04:40:55 PM
One of my favourite giants of all time - a masterpiece of sculpting and painting!
 :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: gamer Mac on August 25, 2015, 04:41:10 PM
I love the story in the picture. Where is the broken sign? I take the giant my have eaten it?
Lovely paint jobs on the figures and the buildings
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 25, 2015, 05:39:52 PM
Great painting on a great mini. Skintones and shading are top.

You and me both!

Great.painting! I always loved that giant.
The confrontation between Giant & the determined Little Girl is PRICELESS! GREAT & IMAGINATIVE WORK!
One of my favourite giants of all time - a masterpiece of sculpting and painting!
 :-*

Thank you guys, appreciate your kind comments!

I love the story in the picture. Where is the broken sign? I take the giant my have eaten it?
Lovely paint jobs on the figures and the buildings

Oh, dear, just noticed, didn't realize it's gone! That's bad..no idea where the sign is, perhaps eaten by giant indeed :)
Thanks :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: rednorseman on August 25, 2015, 05:57:48 PM
Stunning work and the picture is absolute genius.  o_o
cheers!
red
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Vermis on August 25, 2015, 08:17:31 PM
To my shame I hadn't noticed this topic before, so I went through all 33 pages. All really excellent - except for the few missing pics in the upper twenties. ;) It's a huge inspiration for my own fantasy project, especially in reminding me that the LAM Breugelberg minis exist...
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: gamer Mac on August 26, 2015, 08:08:10 AM
Sorry for pointing it out
 I thought it was deliberately broken for the story
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on August 26, 2015, 08:13:28 AM
Stunning work and the picture is absolute genius.  o_o
cheers!
red

Cheers, red!

To my shame I hadn't noticed this topic before, so I went through all 33 pages. All really excellent - except for the few missing pics in the upper twenties. ;) It's a huge inspiration for my own fantasy project, especially in reminding me that the LAM Breugelberg minis exist...

Happy you could find some inspiration on these pages and thanks for the hint with the missing pictures, it was a really bad idea to link the them from Facebook :( Going to fix it soon.

Sorry for pointing it out
 I thought it was deliberately broken for the story

No need to sorry, glad you did notice it so I still maybe can find the broken piece :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Centaur_Seducer on August 26, 2015, 05:57:54 PM
I love the giant! Great job on this one Alex :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: 6mmfan on August 30, 2015, 02:24:13 AM
Gorgeous work on the giant and the rest of the thread. I agree those old sculpts are very colourful and the style is wonderful
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: ZeroTwentythree on August 30, 2015, 08:19:41 PM
Beautiful painting & visual storytelling!
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Spooktalker on August 31, 2015, 04:57:03 AM
Splendid paintjob on that giant! Love that guy. By coincidence I started painting my own casting of him earlier this year (and he's joined the hordes of the half-painted).
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Helen on August 31, 2015, 07:55:11 AM
Oh, Alex, this is wonderful. Lovely brushwork, well done to you.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: majorsmith on August 31, 2015, 10:49:36 AM
Wish this giant was still available ..... Such a great sculpt! Fantastic paint work
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Braxandur on August 31, 2015, 12:14:38 PM
Wish this giant was still available .....

Ironwind metals just had a kickstarter a while ago aimed at bringing back classic sculpts. They had giants on the list, but sadly didn't get to them.  Possibly with better options for eu, they might have gotten further.  Still though, I have good hopes of these models returning to the market.

Similarly, it would be great it if mirliton miniatures got around to bringing more of the grenadier dragon lords back.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Spooktalker on September 01, 2015, 03:41:19 AM
Wish this giant was still available ..... Such a great sculpt! Fantastic paint work

Why?  I assume you mean in production as he remains available on the second hand market. Re-releases are usually made with an inferior alloy, cast with less skill and with a price tag three to four times what the street price of an original casting is. And this guy is far from rare. I don't think I paid more than $10 if that for my casting and you can probably guess how much it would cost new today. Ral Partha lead castings from the 80s, along with Grenadier, Metal Magic and others are equaled only occasionally these days. Just lurk on ebay more.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: kidterminal on September 01, 2015, 03:01:40 PM
This is a fantastic thread!
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 03, 2015, 05:03:40 PM
I love the giant! Great job on this one Alex :)
Gorgeous work on the giant and the rest of the thread. I agree those old sculpts are very colourful and the style is wonderful
Beautiful painting & visual storytelling!
Splendid paintjob on that giant! Love that guy. By coincidence I started painting my own casting of him earlier this year (and he's joined the hordes of the half-painted).
Oh, Alex, this is wonderful. Lovely brushwork, well done to you.
This is a fantastic thread!

Thanks, Helen, thanks guys, highly appreciate your kind words :)


Wish this giant was still available ..... Such a great sculpt! Fantastic paint work
Ironwind metals just had a kickstarter a while ago aimed at bringing back classic sculpts. They had giants on the list, but sadly didn't get to them.  Possibly with better options for eu, they might have gotten further.  Still though, I have good hopes of these models returning to the market.

Similarly, it would be great it if mirliton miniatures got around to bringing more of the grenadier dragon lords back.
Why?  I assume you mean in production as he remains available on the second hand market. Re-releases are usually made with an inferior alloy, cast with less skill and with a price tag three to four times what the street price of an original casting is. And this guy is far from rare. I don't think I paid more than $10 if that for my casting and you can probably guess how much it would cost new today. Ral Partha lead castings from the 80s, along with Grenadier, Metal Magic and others are equaled only occasionally these days. Just lurk on ebay more.

Yes, I've found him on Ebay some years ago, he appears there from time to time quite regularly. I can't remember exactly what I paid, but it wasn't that much (compared to some other oldies), I think something about 20-25 pounds.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A giant comes by (upd. 24.08 - p.32)
Post by: Braxandur on September 04, 2015, 12:01:52 AM
Completly forgot to say you did a great job prof.  o_o

I also noticed a change in your style, can you tell what techniques you have applied from the workshop and how much did you like it? I'm getting more and more intrigued with the workshops, especially after seeing the changes in painting style that they sometimes lead to. I.m now watching the dark sword dvds and already love what they do for me.
Title: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 06, 2015, 12:47:29 PM
Completly forgot to say you did a great job prof.  o_o

I also noticed a change in your style, can you tell what techniques you have applied from the workshop and how much did you like it? I'm getting more and more intrigued with the workshops, especially after seeing the changes in painting style that they sometimes lead to. I.m now watching the dark sword dvds and already love what they do for me.

Thanks, Braxandur!
I liked the MV workshop a lot and I really would highly recommend it to everyone, also to the people who thinks they are already good enough and there is nothing to learn any more. It's a bit too difficult to count all these countless things I've learned but regarding painting techniques it's surely the light theory, much more own mixing of colours, using painting mistakes and involving them into the work on a miniature as nothing happens without reason, also very important - some very useful blending techniques.

And here we go witht the next update!

Since every town in a fantasy world needs some proper catacombs, just to provide an additonal battlefield for the evil guys, their minions and all the would-be-heroes, it’s been a matter of time before Witchtown opened the gates to an own dungeon. Okay, admitted, it also was a financial matter as I’ve been too lazy to build something like that by myself and I had to be patient and to spare some money for the the most beautiful and elaborated Dungeon terrain you can find out there. Of course, I’m talking of Dwarven Forge.

But before we are going to start this dangerous descent into the darkness, I’d like to show you some of my newly painted Otherworld miniatures, I’ve been working on for the last couple of weeks.  The guys are just starting their next quest, certainly looking for a maiden kindnapped by something very mean and very cruel.

Click on this picture (http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/palladin_adventurers_01.jpg) to see the bigger version.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/palladin_adventurers_01.jpg) (http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/palladin_adventurers_01.jpg)

Now let’s have some close-ups on them. First one are these great three mercenaries:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/back_of_beyond_otherworld_12.jpg)

Then the paladin and the barbarian (obviously an ageing one):

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/back_of_beyond_otherworld_13.jpg)

Another shot with paladin and hirelings:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/back_of_beyond_otherworld_11.jpg)

And now a back shot, the heroes are facing a vampire count. The vampire figure is from Reaper, actually quite old, I’ve painted it in 2002.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/palladin_adventurers_02.jpg)

Now some shots of the dungeons. I’ve already had some very fun games using the Dwarven Forge stuff and “Trapdoor” rules. It’s just a particular delectation for me to prepare the games, building all sorts of traps and corners, scattering monsters through the floors and looking at the faces of the gamers after revealing another room full of huge and brutal orcs. The Orcs on the picture are by Bob Olley, extremelly well sculpted guys. The little goblin on the left is from Kev Adams, the Goblin king, coming from the Goblin King Court set, made for the Citadel Yahoo group, couple of years ago.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/back_of_beyond_orcs_1.jpg)

Some Otherworld adventurers again.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_of_the_dungeons_dungeon_1.jpg)

A human and an elf fighting Zombies:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_of_the_dungeons_dungeon_5.jpg)

Finally also a use for this splendid RAFM troll painted ages ago:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_of_the_dungeons_dungeon_2.jpg)

A Dungeon without rats? Impossible!  The creatures are from LAM:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/giant_rats_vs_adventurers.jpg)

and a final shot, of course, a damsel in distress! The damsel is a Ral Partha figure, the bad guy is Citadel.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/back_of_beyond_of_the_dungeons_dungeon_4.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Modhail on September 06, 2015, 01:09:38 PM
Lovely pictures!
I can only hope to get such a nice set-up together some day.  :-*

Those Olley Orcs look quite nice. How do they scale up next to, say Otherworld or Hasslefree minis, and are they still available somewhere?
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Mason on September 06, 2015, 01:44:36 PM
Absolutely gorgeous all round, Alex!
 :-* :-*

Some great figure choices in there, mixing the old with the new seamlessly.
 8) 8)

You are right, that dungeon is not too rough, is it?
 :D

Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Captain Blood on September 06, 2015, 01:52:04 PM
A superb set of miniatures and wonderful staging as usual Alex  8)
Those Otherworld men at arms are really nice figures.
(They would go nicely with my Game of Thrones collection...  ::)  ;))
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: airbornegrove26 on September 06, 2015, 02:04:26 PM
Alex quite an inspiring bit of dungeon work there.  ;)

Love the minis, and the atmosphere you create with your photos.

 :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 06, 2015, 02:11:02 PM
Lovely pictures!
I can only hope to get such a nice set-up together some day.  :-*

Those Olley Orcs look quite nice. How do they scale up next to, say Otherworld or Hasslefree minis, and are they still available somewhere?

They're rather huge ones. They were available from Olley Armies (http://www.olleysarmies.co.uk/) but it seems they're not more available there, perhaps sold to another company.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/olley_orcs_vs_otherworld.jpg)

oh dear, these square bases are awful  ::) they really need some new basing work

Absolutely gorgeous all round, Alex!
 :-* :-*

Some great figure choices in there, mixing the old with the new seamlessly.
 8) 8)

You are right, that dungeon is not too rough, is it?
 :D

Thanks, Paul, it's a quite a pleasure to have the opportunity to get some older dusty stuff in the front of my photo camera :)

A superb set of miniatures and wonderful staging as usual Alex  8)
Those Otherworld men at arms are really nice figures.
(They would go nicely with my Game of Thrones collection...  ::)  ;))

They really would and indeed while painting them I've even thought that they could be a nice addition for your GoT project :)

Alex quite an inspiring bit of dungeon work there.  ;)

Love the minis, and the atmosphere you create with your photos.

 :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*

Thank you, Tom :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: SgtHulka on September 06, 2015, 02:23:24 PM
I was re-directed to your thread from your photo on the Otherworld facebook page. Fantastic! Thank you or your inspiring dioramas!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Elbows on September 06, 2015, 02:37:18 PM
Lovely stuff.  I don't mind saying I think the Hirelings and Henchmen box is the best Otherworld product.  Lovely stuff.  I put up a host of similar pictures a while back, Dwarven Forge and Otherworld make a nice combination!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 06, 2015, 03:03:08 PM
I was re-directed to your thread from your photo on the Otherworld facebook page. Fantastic! Thank you or your inspiring dioramas!

You're welcome :) thanks!

Lovely stuff.  I don't mind saying I think the Hirelings and Henchmen box is the best Otherworld product.  Lovely stuff.  I put up a host of similar pictures a while back, Dwarven Forge and Otherworld make a nice combination!

One of the best for sure! An amazing bunch of very useful and nicely executed miniatures!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: gamer Mac on September 06, 2015, 03:23:27 PM
Stunning work on everything  :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
Where are the bases on the otherworld miniatures from? Are they supplied with the miniatures?
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 06, 2015, 03:28:36 PM
Stunning work on everything  :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
Where are the bases on the otherworld miniatures from? Are they supplied with the miniatures?

Thank you :) Yes, the bases are supplied with the miniatures

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/otherworld_box.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: blackstone on September 06, 2015, 04:03:17 PM
Fantastic stuff. Inspiring photos! :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 06, 2015, 07:01:32 PM
Fantastic stuff. Inspiring photos! :)

Thanks :)

All really excellent - except for the few missing pics in the upper twenties. ;)

So, finally fixed, thanks for the heads-up, they've been linked from Facebook, was a really bad idea :(
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: majorsmith on September 06, 2015, 07:44:40 PM
Great stuff!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Malebolgia on September 06, 2015, 08:06:17 PM
As always inspiring paintjobs, terrific scenery and your photography is always terrific.
So do you have several permanent terrain setups for your photos? No matter the genre...you always have kickass backgrounds that are perfect for the miniatures.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 06, 2015, 08:16:25 PM
Great stuff!

Thanks!

As always inspiring paintjobs, terrific scenery and your photography is always terrific.
So do you have several permanent terrain setups for your photos? No matter the genre...you always have kickass backgrounds that are perfect for the miniatures.

Thank you :) Well, over the years I've collected some boards and some terrain stuff and I'm lucky to have a storage room for these, and also a room where I can build all the setups and perhaps the most important thing I'm free to let them there without getting trouble with Mrs.Witchheimer  :D
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Malebolgia on September 06, 2015, 08:49:03 PM
Sounds awesome. You should shoot some photos of your hobby space someday and make us all jealous! :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: uti long smile on September 06, 2015, 10:51:35 PM
Wonderful stuff Alex!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: rednorseman on September 06, 2015, 11:51:58 PM
Great stuff all over here. The characters & scenery is just fantastic. A feast for the eyes & my imagination. I have been pining for those otherworld mercenaries for some time now. For that mater the barbarian as well, and then there is the paladin.... oh dear. lol
cheers-
red
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 07, 2015, 10:36:14 AM
Sounds awesome. You should shoot some photos of your hobby space someday and make us all jealous! :)

not that easy, my hobby space is scattered within the house :)

Wonderful stuff Alex!
Great stuff all over here. The characters & scenery is just fantastic. A feast for the eyes & my imagination. I have been pining for those otherworld mercenaries for some time now. For that mater the barbarian as well, and then there is the paladin.... oh dear. lol
cheers-
red

Thank you guys for the kind comments :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Schrumpfkopf on September 07, 2015, 10:40:35 AM
Too many good things here - browsing through this thread is pure pleasure to my yes.  :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Paboook on September 09, 2015, 05:01:27 PM
Witchtown is certainly one of the most imposing and eye-pleasing projects I have ever seen.

Thank you so much for sharing it with us!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: Alxbates on September 10, 2015, 09:39:03 PM
It's a real treat to see your work, as always!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: DeafNala on September 10, 2015, 10:33:42 PM
FANTASTIC! Your Catacomb Crew are GLORIOUS to behold; AND your photography is on a par with your brushwork. VERY WELL DONE!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Down to the catacombs (upd. 06.09 - p.34)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on September 11, 2015, 08:15:34 PM
Love it all Alex, love it  :-* :-* :-*

cheers

James
Title: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 21, 2015, 07:11:12 PM
For today three new ones, coming from the Mordheim pack, as far as I know, not more available from GW. So we have here a Marienburger on the left, an elf in the middle and a witch hunter on the right:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/mordheim_zombies_1.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/mordheim_zombies_2.jpg)

here we go with the photo of the whole Mordheim zombie pack:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/mordheim_zombies_3.jpg)

and finally some scenery as usual:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/mordheim_zombies_5.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/mordheim_zombies_41.jpg)

and for the next zombie time – White Knight’s zombie halflings!

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/halfling_zombies_wip.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Ajsalium on September 21, 2015, 07:25:11 PM
21st September. Official LAF amazing paintjobs day!
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Mason on September 21, 2015, 07:28:42 PM
Wonderful, lovely and gritty colour choices make for a very scary bunch of beautifully painted sculpts.
 :-* :-*

Great camera work too.
The scenes look great, especially the idea of Miss Sackville-Baggins seeing off the undead hordes with her Broom of Destruction.
 8) 8) 8)



Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Admiral Benbow on September 21, 2015, 07:57:06 PM
Ahhh, some new eye-candy at least ...  :-* :o
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: DeafNala on September 21, 2015, 08:32:19 PM
Undeath was NEVER SO LOVELY before. VERY WELL DONE!

I did up one of White Knight's Living Impaired Hobbits awhile ago; it was a JOY to paint. I hope you enjoy yours as much!
Title: Re: Witchtown - the city somewhere between Mordheim and Bruegelburg (upd. 13/09)
Post by: thebinmann on September 21, 2015, 09:09:02 PM
Stunning, and you clearly show good things come to those who wait....

just putting together some old things, the idea is to make a kind of a freak procession with animals, freaks, zombies and other characters. What do you think, any suggestions for that?

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/freaks_wip.jpg)

Just over four years since his first outing on the thread and now he has fancy new duds!
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Faber on September 21, 2015, 09:57:40 PM
Great paintjob on great models, Prof.! I have a soft spot for mordheim zombies so this UD really made my day. The kit groupshot is very nice but as always the "live in Witchtown" shot is something special.  :-*
Waiting for those WK halflings to be painted   :P
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: kidterminal on September 22, 2015, 01:25:34 AM
Fantastic just that. :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 22, 2015, 10:41:57 AM
21st September. Official LAF amazing paintjobs day!

Din't know that we have an official day for that but good that I made it :) Thanks!

Wonderful, lovely and gritty colour choices make for a very scary bunch of beautifully painted sculpts.
 :-* :-*

Great camera work too.
The scenes look great, especially the idea of Miss Sackville-Baggins seeing off the undead hordes with her Broom of Destruction.
 8) 8) 8)

As you will see in the next Zombie update not all of the Baggins were able to avoid being bitten :)

Ahhh, some new eye-candy at least ...  :-* :o

Cheers, Michael :)

Undeath was NEVER SO LOVELY before. VERY WELL DONE!

I did up one of White Knight's Living Impaired Hobbits awhile ago; it was a JOY to paint. I hope you enjoy yours as much!

I'm sure, I'll do, terrific models, really looking forward to paint them!

Stunning, and you clearly show good things come to those who wait....

Just over four years since his first outing on the thread and now he has fancy new duds!

Rome wasn't built in a day, so Witchtown as well or his inhabitants :)

Great paintjob on great models, Prof.! I have a soft spot for mordheim zombies so this UD really made my day. The kit groupshot is very nice but as always the "live in Witchtown" shot is something special.  :-*
Waiting for those WK halflings to be painted   :P

I hope I'll be able to show them at some point next week, already made painting bases and some silly skin tones on them.

Fantastic just that. :-*

Thank you!
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: rednorseman on September 22, 2015, 02:23:01 PM
Agree with everyone -just fantastic.
many thanks for posting!
cheers-
red
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Psychoflexible on September 22, 2015, 07:49:23 PM
I love your work, you are a source of inspiration for me. (It is your fault if I collect barbarians)

Where the cart with the goat come from ? It is such a lovely piece.
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: majorsmith on September 22, 2015, 10:23:49 PM
Great stuff! I like the old gw zombies in the background too
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 23, 2015, 12:31:37 PM
Agree with everyone -just fantastic.
many thanks for posting!
cheers-
red

Thanks, red :)

I love your work, you are a source of inspiration for me. (It is your fault if I collect barbarians)

Where the cart with the goat come from ? It is such a lovely piece.

Thank you for the kind words :) The cart with the goar is from RAFM, there is (or was) a box. Bought it ages ago, back in the 90ths.

Great stuff! I like the old gw zombies in the background too

Cheers! More of them to come at some point. Though still struggling to find some yet older Citadel ones, they actually were the best.
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Dolmot on September 23, 2015, 10:26:52 PM
The cart is still available as "Wizard with Wagon (http://www.rafm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=RAF&Product_Code=RAF03708&Category_Code=DOD)", strangely in the Demons of Darkness category, not "Wizards". It's one of the models which make me want to build a fantasy cavalcade of some kind for no specific purpose.
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: King Arthur on September 24, 2015, 01:49:14 PM
The cart is still available as "Wizard with Wagon (http://www.rafm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=RAF&Product_Code=RAF03708&Category_Code=DOD)", strangely in the Demons of Darkness category, not "Wizards". It's one of the models which make me want to build a fantasy cavalcade of some kind for no specific purpose.

 ;)

I was going to ask where to buy this model!

Back on the thread though! This is just insane! Such an epic array of modelling skills, where do you find the time and space for it all  :o hahahahaaaaa

I am a big collector of vintage Citadel and recently discovered a box hidden away in my storage with about 40 models from their classic C46 Villagers/Militia/Travelling Players inside, some great models in there which would fit right in here!

Cheers

Gary

EDIT:

PS which manufacturer is the driver from? The original is a wizard in a pointy hat!

(http://leadadventureforum.com/images/mordheim/freaks_wip.jpg)

Thanks
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on September 28, 2015, 06:29:20 PM
The cart is still available as "Wizard with Wagon (http://www.rafm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=RAF&Product_Code=RAF03708&Category_Code=DOD)", strangely in the Demons of Darkness category, not "Wizards". It's one of the models which make me want to build a fantasy cavalcade of some kind for no specific purpose.

I would love to see that cavalcade!


PS which manufacturer is the driver from? The original is a wizard in a pointy hat!

It's the same driver, I've just replaced the head. Sorry, don't remember where this head comes from, something GW I guess.
Title: Re: Witchtown - The Walking Dead (upd. 21.09 - p.36)
Post by: Thew1 on September 28, 2015, 07:20:26 PM
 :-* :o :-*Amazing thread! Always used to look at this one back in my lurking days. Truly inspirational work, thank you so much for sharing and great work on the unliving folks of multi-ethnicity.
Title: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 11, 2015, 01:19:47 PM
:-* :o :-*Amazing thread! Always used to look at this one back in my lurking days. Truly inspirational work, thank you so much for sharing and great work on the unliving folks of multi-ethnicity.

Thank you :)

Today no new figures but houses. They have been panted for me by a good friend of mine Jan Gross (also known as Lt.Hazel :-)). I’m not that often into painting terrain, just not patient enough and every time I have an opportunity  to get some of the stuff painted by my friends, I ‘m happy to do so. And I have to say, Jan did a hell of a painting job brushing the houses, spending a lot of time on countless details and making them totally gorgeous and absolutely unique! Thank you very much, Jan!

But now let’s have a look at the pictures and let them speak for themselves. First one is the Guild House (manufactured by Stronghold Terrain). Great piece of terrain with some nice features and details:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_house_01.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_house_02.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_house_03.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_house_04.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_house_05.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_house_06.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_house_07.jpg)

And the second house, this time Townhouse from Tabletop World. Like everything from Tabletop World, looking more fantasy but nevertheless beautiful:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_small_house_01.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_small_house_02.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_small_house_03.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_small_house_04.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_small_house_05.jpg)

Next time another terrain piece, painted again by Jan, the Tabletop World Windmill!

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/windmill_wip1.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: DeafNala on October 11, 2015, 01:39:55 PM
The buildings are BEAUTIFULLY painted, WONDERFULLY detailed creations. VERY WELL DONE, Jan!
Congratulations, Prof. for some LOVELY additions to your Town, AND for having such a talented friend.
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Ajsalium on October 11, 2015, 02:05:07 PM
(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/witchtown_15_10_11_house_01.jpg)

Errr.... is that a pig playing the lute? ;D
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: DeafNala on October 11, 2015, 03:28:43 PM
Errr.... is that a pig playing the lute? ;D

...AND doing a fine job of it too. You can't see it in this photo, but the Little Pig Bard also has wings.
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Ray Rivers on October 11, 2015, 04:22:13 PM
Man, do I need a friend like him!  :o

Those are absolutely beautiful buildings and the photos of them are so atmospheric, so clear... just wonderful!

... oh, and the minis aren't bad either.  ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: OSHIROmodels on October 11, 2015, 05:50:33 PM
Splendid work Jan  :-* :-* :-*

You're getting quite the collection now Alex  8)

cheers

James
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 11, 2015, 05:54:42 PM
The buildings are BEAUTIFULLY painted, WONDERFULLY detailed creations. VERY WELL DONE, Jan!
Congratulations, Prof. for some LOVELY additions to your Town, AND for having such a talented friend.
Exquisite in every detail. A rare standard that few attain.
Man, do I need a friend like him!  :o

Those are absolutely beautiful buildings and the photos of them are so atmospheric, so clear... just wonderful!

... oh, and the minis aren't bad either.  ;)
Splendid work Jan  :-* :-* :-*

You're getting quite the collection now Alex  8)

cheers

James

Thanks, guys, Jan is awesome and now heavily busy this fall with painting more stuff for me  :D after the wind mill we are going to see some larger buildings. I'm very looking forward to that :)


Errr.... is that a pig playing the lute? ;D

Yes, indeed, it's one of the lovely White Knight miniatures

http://whiteknightminiatureimperium.blogspot.de/search/label/Mascottes%20and%20Familiars

and here's another picture of the pig

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/pig_with_lute.jpg)


Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Lt. Hazel on October 11, 2015, 06:02:59 PM
Thank you all very much for the kind comments on my work!! I really enjoyed painting them, and along with Alex' superbly painted miniatures in this set up they do look much better than on my untidy workbench. And it gives me pleasure that you like them so much Alex.
Cheers
Jan
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Admiral Benbow on October 11, 2015, 06:59:08 PM
Smashing job, Jan! Single stones with painted highlights - alle Achtung!  :-* :o

Time to reserve a glass-case just for your terrain collection, Alex ...  ;D
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 11, 2015, 08:44:14 PM
Smashing job, Jan! Single stones with painted highlights - alle Achtung!  :-* :o

Time to reserve a glass-case just for your terrain collection, Alex ...  ;D


Yes, indeed. Just have to find one large enough :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Captain Blood on October 11, 2015, 09:27:11 PM
Beautiful paintwork Jan  :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Andym on October 11, 2015, 09:37:32 PM
WOW!  :o Brilliant stuff alround gents! Keep up the inspirational work! :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Mason on October 11, 2015, 10:08:29 PM
Wonderful work on those gorgeous buildings.
The attention to detail is commendable.
 :-* :-*


Thanks for the pictures, Alex.
The settings are sooooo nice.
 8) 8)


I have to say that, although they are highly inspirational and make me want to have a go at a few more similar buildings myself, I really do not need the urge to go back to my own town and make more.... >:D
 ;)


Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: kidterminal on October 12, 2015, 02:09:12 AM
What impressive paint jobs on those buildings.
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Mad Doc Morris on October 12, 2015, 01:34:38 PM
Poor, poor Jan – it looked like a demanding job from the beginning. Now seeing these hulking pieces finished with so much care for detail and a bunch of quite a few new ones in the queue already I can only imagine your workload. Well worth it, of course, yet…

What kind of devil's pact have you forged there, Alex? o_o ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on October 12, 2015, 02:02:51 PM
What kind of devil's pact have you forged there, Alex? o_o ;)

Is not that difficult, you know, some Voodoo and a promise not to forget him after my world domination plan is put into effect.
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Golgotha on November 06, 2015, 11:38:19 PM
Continues to be simply jaw dropping - enjoying all the swine herding too.
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Zaheer on November 07, 2015, 09:49:16 AM
I must have viewed this thread a hundred times but neglected to comment because, well what else can be said? An amazing thread with such levels of quality control and imagination. The professor has created the table many of us I'm sure have always dreamed of!
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: von Lucky on November 07, 2015, 10:11:38 AM
The worlds you create Alex are simply wonderful. Well done on all the work (yours and others) that makes this all possible.
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: The Red Graf on November 08, 2015, 12:37:44 AM
Just stumbled across this. Amazing work Professor.
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Elbows on November 08, 2015, 07:21:49 AM
This thread just continues to get more...tremendouser.
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: rednorseman on November 09, 2015, 06:52:36 PM
Amazing project!  o_o
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Suber on November 10, 2015, 08:40:20 AM
I've just spent the last hour of my life hypnotized by this whole thread o_o. Atmospherical, creative, simply pure genius. Congratulations, this is a project that deserves admiration.
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on November 10, 2015, 09:32:12 AM
Continues to be simply jaw dropping - enjoying all the swine herding too.
I must have viewed this thread a hundred times but neglected to comment because, well what else can be said? An amazing thread with such levels of quality control and imagination. The professor has created the table many of us I'm sure have always dreamed of!
The worlds you create Alex are simply wonderful. Well done on all the work (yours and others) that makes this all possible.
Just stumbled across this. Amazing work Professor.
This thread just continues to get more...tremendouser.
Amazing project!  o_o
I've just spent the last hour of my life hypnotized by this whole thread o_o. Atmospherical, creative, simply pure genius. Congratulations, this is a project that deserves admiration.

Thank you very much, gentlemen, for all your kind comments, makes me very happy   :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - More living space (upd. 11.10 - p.37)
Post by: Metternich on November 11, 2015, 09:44:57 PM
What an absolutely fantastic fantasy town you have built.  This is one of my favorite threads.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on December 20, 2015, 01:10:11 PM
And we're back in Witchtown with a new wind mill, painted for me by our Lt.Hazel (thank you, Jan :-*). Amazing piece of terrain and painted to the highest standard! I'm very happy  :D

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/witchtown_wind_mill_01.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/witchtown_wind_mill_02.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/witchtown_wind_mill_03.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/witchtown_wind_mill_04.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/witchtown_wind_mill_08.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/witchtown_wind_mill_05.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/witchtown_wind_mill_06.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/witchtown_wind_mill_07.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Mason on December 20, 2015, 01:13:55 PM
Beautiful brushwork on a lovely building.
The metal areas are particularly well done.
 :-* :-*

You lucky boy, Alex.
You must be very happy indeed.
 :)

Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Digitarii on December 20, 2015, 04:07:16 PM
I just finished that same windmill from Tabletop world. It really is a wonderful kit.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Duncan McDane on December 20, 2015, 05:29:41 PM
Wow. Simply wow. Both the model, the pj and your beautiful set-up. Cannot get better, imho :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Bloggard on December 20, 2015, 07:15:59 PM
wonderful stuff, all.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Phil Robinson on December 20, 2015, 07:56:16 PM
A fine piece indeed, wonderfully painted.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Lt. Hazel on December 20, 2015, 10:17:31 PM
What a Great set Up Alex! I thank all of you for the Kind comments on the paintjob, I really enjoyed painting the TW stuff and tried some new techniques on these.
Cheers
Jan
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: DeafNala on December 21, 2015, 12:15:10 PM
OUTSTANDING! That LOVELY model painted up WONDERFULLY. VERY WELL DONE!
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: cianty on December 21, 2015, 12:19:19 PM
That's indeed a fantastic paint job and those photos are once again stunning.  :P
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: ZeroTwentythree on December 21, 2015, 12:38:15 PM
Beautiful model and painting. Looks great with the rest of rhe town.
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Too Bo Coo on December 21, 2015, 05:28:53 PM
Really awesome model!  How do you feel about the quality and durability of the resin?
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: thebinmann on December 21, 2015, 05:48:55 PM
Stunning
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Golgotha on December 21, 2015, 10:17:20 PM
Where is Don Quixote when you need him? 

Stunning as always...
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Andym on December 22, 2015, 07:30:39 AM
Brilliant gents! From the painting to the set up, just brilliant! :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: Suber on December 22, 2015, 11:06:33 AM
Oooooh, beautifuuul o_o
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: white knight on December 22, 2015, 11:10:47 AM
Fantasy windmills always make me think of the Army of Darkness one. ;)
Title: Re: Witchtown - A wind mill (upd. 20.12 - p.39)
Post by: grant on December 22, 2015, 06:02:58 PM
Wow - incredible model and paintwork!
Title: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on March 20, 2016, 01:53:38 PM
Another Sunday after another round of Lead Painters League :) This time let me to introduce you to Joker, the crime genius of Witchtown, and some of his henchmen. Joker is represented by a very nice figure by Guild of Harmony and is a prefect Fantasy joker, evil, twisted and just cool.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/joker_comes_to_witchtown_1.jpg)

Every good scene needs (if possible) something small and this time I've assigned this role to this lovely little halfling (Marauder? Citadel? no idea..).

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/joker_comes_to_witchtown_5.jpg)

Now some though guys, Marauder Landsknecht ogres:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/joker_comes_to_witchtown_4.jpg)

Another Marauder ogre and Foundry Great Orcs (by Kev Adams)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/joker_comes_to_witchtown_2.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/joker_comes_to_witchtown_3.jpg)

And the LPL entry picture:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Prof_rd02_Joker_LPL10.jpg)

Just to give you some views of the bridge (lovely painted by Jan Gross (Lt.Hazel) for me):

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/joker_comes_to_witchtown_6.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/witchtown_on_the_bridge_1.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/witchtown_on_the_bridge_2.jpg)

And finally some photos of the figures without background:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/witchtown_joker_1.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/witchtown_joker_2.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/witchtown_joker_ogres_1.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/witchtown_joker_ogres_2.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/witchtown_joker_foundry_great_orcs_1.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/witchtown_joker_foundry_great_orcs_2.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: Metternich on March 20, 2016, 02:00:03 PM
An absolutely extraordinary project you have going here - whimsical and beautifully executed.  A delight.  I love how the Joker's mercenary guards are non-human landsknechts, in fashionable clothing for the 16th century.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: Mason on March 20, 2016, 02:01:25 PM
Lovely work again, Alex.
Beautifully painted, well chosen, figures to make another great scene for the LPL.
Pure eye-candy at its best!
 :-* :-*

(Still too many of the buggers for my liking, though... >:D ;))

Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: Vermis on March 20, 2016, 02:19:56 PM
Brilliant. Love the colour scheme of the Joker. :)

The halfling's familiar - I might have one around here myself. I thought it was a Citadel C11, but it's not on that particular page of SoL.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on March 20, 2016, 03:35:32 PM
An absolutely extraordinary project you have going here - whimsical and beautifully executed.  A delight.  I love how the Joker's mercenary guards are non-human landsknechts, in fashionable clothing for the 16th century.

Thank you, Metternich! Finally I was able to collect and to finish all the Marauder Landsknecht ogres. Going to go make some photos of the whole gang on the next updates.

Lovely work again, Alex.
Beautifully painted, well chosen, figures to make another great scene for the LPL.
Pure eye-candy at its best!
 :-* :-*

(Still too many of the buggers for my liking, though... >:D ;))

Come on, Paul, only seven newly painted figures! it's nothing compared to my last round  :D

Brilliant. Love the colour scheme of the Joker. :)

The halfling's familiar - I might have one around here myself. I thought it was a Citadel C11, but it's not on that particular page of SoL.

Thanks! I've found him, Marauder Halfling Militia:

http://www.solegends.com/marauder/mm62cit.htm
Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: thebinmann on March 20, 2016, 04:55:48 PM
Yes that halfling does look familiar....
Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: Orctrader on March 20, 2016, 08:00:39 PM
Fantastic.   :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: Schrumpfkopf on March 20, 2016, 09:25:01 PM
Excellent thread. Your painting and the environment you present the minis in are really outstanding.
I like the Joker and his little friend, but the Marauder ogres are pure childhood gold.
They seem to go surprisingly well twith the Foundry mercs too.  :)

Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: uti long smile on March 20, 2016, 09:28:09 PM
A genuine joy.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: NurgleHH on March 21, 2016, 08:53:48 AM
Funny idea. Jocker as Fantasy. Love it, Alex, more of these Fantasy League of heroes please!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: Captain Blood on March 21, 2016, 10:11:43 AM
Astonishing Alex - a scene straight from the Brothers Grimm  :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: blackstone on March 21, 2016, 12:34:56 PM
Lovely stuff! :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Joker's appearance (upd. 20.03 - p.40)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on March 21, 2016, 07:47:05 PM
Cheers, lads, appreciate your kind coments :)

Funny idea. Jocker as Fantasy. Love it, Alex, more of these Fantasy League of heroes please!

Already have some ideas for Wonder Woman  :D
Title: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on March 27, 2016, 08:51:25 PM
For the third week of the LPL I've decided to go with some beastmen. They were waiting long enough for a paint job on my desk and I just was in the mood for some not-human miniatures. And I had a plan, I wanted to have something big and heavy in the middle of the scene and so I ordered that Bull Horned Gargoyle statue (http://www.medievalcollectibles.com/p-5786-bull-horned-gargoyle-statue.aspx), it should look like an entrance into the deeper grounds of the dungeon and my Beastmen charging out of it. Preparing for the final photo I've almost gave up this original concept because of this picture. I loved it because of its dynamic but as not all the figures are moving and the Bull statue came out of the focus I've decided not to take it:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/LAF_LPL_prof_In_the_dungeon2.jpg)

The figures are a wild bunch in this scene. The giant and the wild boar are from Reaper, the female leader is from Heresy, the Troll is from GW, the other minis are older Citadel figures. In this scene you also can see two other trolls behind of the giant, these are from RAFM, but they didn't manage it into the final picture.

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/back_of_beyond_beastmen1.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/back_of_beyond_gw_stone_troll_01.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/back_of_beyond_stone_giant_reaper_03.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/back_of_beyond_stone_giant_reaper_01.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/back_of_beyond_beastmen_dungeon_battle_4.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/back_of_beyond_beastmen_dungeon_battle_2.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/back_of_beyond_beastmen_dungeon_battle_1.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/back_of_beyond_beastmen_dungeon_battle.jpg)

and the final (LPL) picture:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/LAF_LPL_prof_In_the_dungeon1.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: Digitarii on March 27, 2016, 08:58:24 PM
Marvelous! I love to see more of Witchtown appear in the forums!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: Elbows on March 27, 2016, 09:02:28 PM
Very very cool!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: Gabbi on March 27, 2016, 09:35:15 PM
Great job, especially love the hues of colors used.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: Steam Flunky on March 27, 2016, 10:01:27 PM
 :o Just keeps getting better Alex. I love this thread.  :-*
As happy as i am with my 18mm "Vales of Anduin" collection, witchtown shows me what is possible and just makes me try harder.

Is the armour and weapons painted NMM?
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: m4jumbo on March 27, 2016, 10:13:29 PM
Really cool.  Outstanding painting.  That first picture really looks like the biggining of an epic battle.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: NurgleHH on March 27, 2016, 11:07:38 PM
Excellent, painting and picture. Outstanding work
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on March 28, 2016, 11:58:46 AM
Thank you for the kind comments, guys  :-*

:o Just keeps getting better Alex. I love this thread.  :-*
As happy as i am with my 18mm "Vales of Anduin" collection, witchtown shows me what is possible and just makes me try harder.

Is the armour and weapons painted NMM?

Cheers, Robert  :) Btw, I love your collection, so much creativity and epic scenes there  :-*

Actually not, metal as usual with some blood, rust on it. Some parts are supposed to be stone (e.g. Troll one)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: DeafNala on March 28, 2016, 12:55:05 PM
Those are BEAUTIFUL additions, all done in your WONDERFULLY distinctive style. VERY WELL DONE as always!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: redzed on March 28, 2016, 04:57:28 PM
really nice stuff there Prof :o
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: Metternich on March 28, 2016, 10:50:03 PM
The painting is, as ever, wonderful.  This is one of my favorite threads.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on April 03, 2016, 09:03:54 PM
Those are BEAUTIFUL additions, all done in your WONDERFULLY distinctive style. VERY WELL DONE as always!

Cheers, Deafnala! Happy you like them!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Meanwhile in the dungeons (upd. 27.03 - p.41)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on April 03, 2016, 09:04:25 PM
really nice stuff there Prof :o

The painting is, as ever, wonderful.  This is one of my favorite threads.

Thank you for the kind words, guys, appreciate it :)
Title: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on April 03, 2016, 09:04:50 PM
When I saw these Eureka miniatures based on the art of Hieronymus Bosch and Pieter Bruegel, I immediately knew that I had to get them and that these would fit very nicely in Witchtown. So amazingly bizarre and quirky, they are really wonderful creations. The figures have been sculpted by Mick Darpa and there are more of them in the meantime, Eureka expanded the range with some further additions. And more are to come, apparently. I guess I will get a few of them later this year, you know, a city like Witchtown can't have enough freaks..

They were easy and fun to paint. Originally the guy on the barrel (some kind of a king of whatever city/country/tribe)  shoud be pushed by the other guy.  I thought that sort of transportation can't be very effective and I've added two Bruegelburg pigs to make it more plausible.

I wanted to have some sort of a carnival scene, the guys walking down the street and all the citizens looking at them. For that reason I've tried to put as much as possible of the citizens into the picture without hiding the main protagonists of the scene. I think it did work quite well. But now enough of words, let's have some pictures:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_01.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_18.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_05.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_04.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_07.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_09.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_10.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_11.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_12.jpg)


(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_13.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_14.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_15.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_16.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_17.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_20.jpg)

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_19.jpg)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: von Lucky on April 03, 2016, 10:54:55 PM
Very nicely painted.

Wave 3 was released on the Eureka Miniatures late last year and wave 4 will be soon after Salute.

Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: djbii on April 04, 2016, 02:53:46 AM
Fine looking scenes  :)
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: ZeroTwentythree on April 04, 2016, 05:10:05 AM
OMG -- that is amazing!  :o
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Dr. The Viking on April 04, 2016, 05:20:55 AM
Complletely mindblowingly good!!! :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Captain Blood on April 04, 2016, 07:58:54 AM
A superb selection Alex. Great painting. Great composition.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: **GS** on April 04, 2016, 10:51:01 AM
Wow CINEMA!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: LordOdo on April 04, 2016, 11:40:53 AM
Oooh I'm a really big fan of Bosch's  and Breughel so I really need to get those as well ;D

I think you've done a splendid job, they fit really well into Withtown!!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Steam Flunky on April 04, 2016, 01:52:13 PM
Between you and Eureka, somebody has been smoking something funny o_o
Just kidding. Absolutely beautiful Alex!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on April 04, 2016, 02:51:45 PM
Thanks, lads, glad you like them :)

Wave 3 was released on the Eureka Miniatures late last year and wave 4 will be soon after Salute.

That's good news, looking forward to it!

Between you and Eureka, somebody has been smoking something funny o_o

Not me, that's for sure  lol

Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Too Bo Coo on April 04, 2016, 04:20:07 PM
Thanks, lads, glad you like them :)


Um, LOVE them!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: vikotnik on April 04, 2016, 04:43:19 PM
Alex, brilliant painting and perfect composition! This is highly inspiring to look at. Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Hammers on April 04, 2016, 05:42:55 PM
I wanted to have some sort of a carnival scene, the guys walking down the street and all the citizens looking at them. For that reason I've tried to put as much as possible of the citizens into the picture without hiding the main protagonists of the scene. I think it did work quite well. But now enough of words, let's have some pictures:

(http://www.backofbeyond.de/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/witchtown_freaks_carnival_01.jpg)


This comment speaks of a problem I have with macro photography and everything coming into focus at the same time. While I do in many ways enjoy photography, I rather spend the time painting and building. Therefore I generally go with standard settings which makes my pictures look very flat.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Golgotha on April 04, 2016, 05:45:38 PM
With entertainment like that I wish I could live in Witchtown.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on April 04, 2016, 06:42:55 PM
Cheers, gents :)

This comment speaks of a problem I have with macro photography and everything coming into focus at the same time. While I do in many ways enjoy photography, I rather spend the time painting and building. Therefore I generally go with standard settings which makes my pictures look very flat.

You're right, making photos is very time consuming. I usually spend about at least 3-4 hours (sometimes more) for every LPL entry. Finally ending with 10-20 versions of the scene and then I spend a few days to decide which picture to take  :D  You can see at least three of the versions in the pictures above.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Nukleon on April 04, 2016, 08:30:09 PM
These are truly some nightmarish miniatures. The style is perfectly imitated and recreated in three dimensions.

The masterful painting just adds to the awesomeness.
Title: Re: Witchtown - Freaks Carnival (upd. 03.04 - p.42)
Post by: Metternich on April 04, 2016, 11:01:44 PM
Like something out of Heironymous Bosch.  Bravo,