Author Topic: Early Saxons/Goths/Germanics(Update 10.01.16) (Read 6849 times)

Axebreaker · « **on:** October 06, 2015, 10:39:28 AM »

I've added some more Early Saxons/Germanics to my collection on some sabot Impetus bases I made. The rest of my collection has also been put onto Impetus sabot bases as well. The leader figure is on a Dux B. base until I decide where to put him. The figures are from gripping Beast 4/5th century Early Saxon range with LBM shield transfers and flag. As usual I dusted up the shields with my trusty Mig pigments.

Thanks for viewing!

More pics on my blog if your interested.
http://christopher-bunkerhill.blogspot.de/

Christopher

Goliad · « **Reply #1 on:** October 06, 2015, 11:00:17 AM »

Well done. Is there any particular technique you use when applying the MIG powders? I have tried using them in the past but never seem to have any luck with the application - either it just slides off with minimal stick or I use the MIG bonding product and it clumps and/or looks too wet.

Mad Doc Morris · « **Reply #2 on:** October 06, 2015, 11:06:40 AM »

As we've come to expect, very nice, colourful paintjobs!

Just a thought on the sabot bases: Perhaps a less regular arrangement and/or varying the number of models per base would add to the overall impression of an unkempt barbarian force.

bigredbat · « **Reply #3 on:** October 06, 2015, 11:08:56 AM »

Yes terrific Christopher! I'd also love to know which MIG pigments you are using.

Axebreaker · « **Reply #4 on:** October 06, 2015, 11:21:50 AM »

@Goliad

Thank you. I don't bother with fixer and simply brush on the pigment mix and do any touch ups later if needed. If you use the fixer you have to apply it in a misty way either flicking it from a brush from a distance to avoid large droplets or airbrush it on. When applying the pigments don't be stingy and get a good amount on your brush and rub it in. The excess goes on the base which I like as it adds more dirt effect or you can place the figure on a white sheet to collect the excess and replace it back into the bottle or mixing jar if you prefer.

@Mad Doc Morris

Thank you kindly Doc! I've tried seven figures and it just looked to few so I stuck with eight. I could have used a smaller base for the figures but then it does not look as good in skirmish gaming usage so I kept them on 25mm bases. I tried to not make the sabots to regular, but I didn't have much room to work with. As always when saboting figures compromises have to be made.

@Simon

Thank you! I used a mix of European Dust and Dry Mud.

Christopher

bigredbat · « **Reply #5 on:** October 06, 2015, 11:29:51 AM »

Thanks- I'm sure you told me that once before. I'll pick up some this weekend.

Phil Robinson · « **Reply #6 on:** October 06, 2015, 11:50:03 AM »

Great work and a good use of pigments, hadn't thought of using them on figures.

commissarmoody · « **Reply #7 on:** October 06, 2015, 12:29:08 PM »

Very nice!

Denouement · « **Reply #8 on:** October 07, 2015, 12:35:06 PM »

Impressively presented, and the painting is superb.

Stuart.

Captain Blood · « **Reply #9 on:** October 07, 2015, 01:13:19 PM »

Splendid job Christopher

Jeff965 · « **Reply #10 on:** October 07, 2015, 01:33:42 PM »

Nice painting and nice photography

Axebreaker · « **Reply #11 on:** October 07, 2015, 02:17:33 PM »

Thank you very much for your support folks!

Christopher

nikko · « **Reply #12 on:** October 07, 2015, 04:03:54 PM »

Hello christopher,
Superb painting !!!

Nikko

v_lazy_dragon · « **Reply #13 on:** October 08, 2015, 08:39:55 AM »

Great job Christopher - truly inspiring!

Burnin Coal · « **Reply #14 on:** October 17, 2015, 05:19:10 PM »

Woah !

very impressive painting and evocative photography...just so would NOT want this lot coming out of a copse near me...lovely work indeed

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