Tintin marks little soldiers

[NickNascati]

What did you use to do the black lining? 

[majorsmith]

The bkack lining was done using a contrast paint called black Templar, it’s just the right consistency neither wash nor solid paint, then any mistakes were tidied up after with the base colors

[traveller]

Great job! Spot on! 

[snitcythedog]

You certainly nailed the paint, for both the subject matter and the effect that you were going for.  Very well done indeed.   

[FramFramson]

An perfectly fun idea and excellent execution.

[majorsmith]

Thanks again guys

[fusilierdan]

Majorsmith , what did you use for gloss coat. I’ve tried several different varnishes both spray and brushed on and can’t seem to get it as shiny as you did.

[Bloggard]

love it.

[majorsmith]

I use miniature paints acrylic gloss varnish, trick is to thin it down and apply 2 -3 thin coats

[fusilierdan]

I use miniature paints acrylic gloss varnish, trick is to thin it down and apply 2 -3 thin coats

Thanks for the reply. So there's no specific brand just proper technique. I'll have to be more patient

[majorsmith]

No the brands called miniature paints, quite cheap but very good, i usually buy mine from coritani magnetic displays in the uk

[Elk101]

That's superb Andy. There's something very appealing about that range if you're a Tintin fan. You've nailed the aesthetic with your paintjob.

[Andy in Germany]

Very smart; a lovely and unusual execution.

[majorsmith]

Thanks again guys 

[fusilierdan]

No the brands called miniature paints, quite cheap but very good

Thanks for the clarification, I'll search it out