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The Path of Kane

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My path in painting Mythic Games Solomon Kane Wave 1

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Painting Darkness

Tutoring 11
Skill 11
Idea 11
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Darkness was particularly interesting to paint due to the diversity of texture and metal weathering. I chose GW Contrast Volupus Pink for the lower garment and  GW Contrast Gore Grunta Brown for the robe. Given the nive sculpted texture of the folds, I do not intend on adding any more highlighting to these elements.Darkness was particularly interesting to paint due to the diversity of texture and metal weathering. I chose GW Contrast Volupus Pink for the lower garment and GW Contrast Gore Grunta Brown for the robe. Given the nive sculpted texture of the folds, I do not intend on adding any more highlighting to these elements.
I used GW Contrast Aggaros Dunes for the wimple and scarf.I used GW Contrast Aggaros Dunes for the wimple and scarf.
Base skulls were given a layer of GW Contrast Skeleton Horde and the minion robes and mask were painted GW Contrast Snakebite Leather.Base skulls were given a layer of GW Contrast Skeleton Horde and the minion robes and mask were painted GW Contrast Snakebite Leather.
The armor was painted GW Leadbelcher and washed with Nuln Oil, so as to take away its sheen.The armor was painted GW Leadbelcher and washed with Nuln Oil, so as to take away its sheen.
The head piece and skulls were painted GW Runelord Brass and washed in GW Reikland Fleshshade Gloss.The head piece and skulls were painted GW Runelord Brass and washed in GW Reikland Fleshshade Gloss.
Stone floor was painted GW Mechanicus Standard Grey (any medium grey will do) and highlighted GW Celestia  Grey (light grey).Stone floor was painted GW Mechanicus Standard Grey (any medium grey will do) and highlighted GW Celestia Grey (light grey).
Minions skin was highlighted with GW Celestia Grey, using a small pointed brush and GW Blood for the Blood God was added around the sword wounds front and back.Minions skin was highlighted with GW Celestia Grey, using a small pointed brush and GW Blood for the Blood God was added around the sword wounds front and back.
Base skulls were highlighted using a very small drybrush with GW Ushabti Bones. The garment stitches were highlighted with GW Ushabti Bones which was also used by dry brushing the bottom of the robes and garment to indicate dus and filth.Base skulls were highlighted using a very small drybrush with GW Ushabti Bones. The garment stitches were highlighted with GW Ushabti Bones which was also used by dry brushing the bottom of the robes and garment to indicate dus and filth.
GW Nihilakh Oxide was used over the brass part to indicate oxidation. Less IS more...  GW Nihilakh Oxide was used over the brass part to indicate oxidation. Less IS more...
Then a combination of GW Typhus Corrosion and GW Ryza Rust were used to weather the armor.Then a combination of GW Typhus Corrosion and GW Ryza Rust were used to weather the armor.
Darkness is ready to face Solomon Kane ...Darkness is ready to face Solomon Kane ...
Painting Darkness

Painting Darkness

Tutoring 7
Skill 7
Idea 7
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Painting Darkness
Painting Darkness
Painting Darkness
Painting Darkness
Painting Darkness

Painting Providence

Tutoring 12
Skill 12
Idea 11
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Providence is used in the game solo play mode and I did not initially intend on painting her in the ‘first wave’. Yet, so as to satisfy my completionist tendencies, I decided to paint the miniature right away, along with its dark sister, ‘Darkness’. But this is a tale for another day, For not, here is how I painted Providence…

Providence was zenithal primed using dark blue/medium blue/light blue, in the same fashion as the other virtues and to remain in the same vibe.Providence was zenithal primed using dark blue/medium blue/light blue, in the same fashion as the other virtues and to remain in the same vibe.
Using Secret Weapon Algae, Amethyst and Blue Black washes (which are more like glazes), I applied three different tints to the virtue cloak, pants and sash.Using Secret Weapon Algae, Amethyst and Blue Black washes (which are more like glazes), I applied three different tints to the virtue cloak, pants and sash.
Keeping in line with the other virtues, GW Leadbelcher was applied to the chest armor and GW Brass Scorpion was applied to the leggings, helmet, sword hilts and minions face masks and shields.Keeping in line with the other virtues, GW Leadbelcher was applied to the chest armor and GW Brass Scorpion was applied to the leggings, helmet, sword hilts and minions face masks and shields.
Painting Providence
Brass was then highlighted with GW Fulgurite Copper/Vallejo Air SIlver and steel with Vallejo Air Silver.Brass was then highlighted with GW Fulgurite Copper/Vallejo Air SIlver and steel with Vallejo Air Silver.
Brass silver highlights are reserved for the areas of the metal most hit by zenithal light. I also highlighted the hair with pure white in the most exposed areas, along with edge highlighting the upper swords' edge with white.Brass silver highlights are reserved for the areas of the metal most hit by zenithal light. I also highlighted the hair with pure white in the most exposed areas, along with edge highlighting the upper swords' edge with white.
After a light touch up of the base circumference with medium blue, Providence was ready to single handedly assist Solomon Kane in his adventures.After a light touch up of the base circumference with medium blue, Providence was ready to single handedly assist Solomon Kane in his adventures.
Painting Providence
Painting Providence

Painting Solomon Kane

Tutoring 11
Skill 11
Idea 10
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I have been looking forward to painting the hero who lends his name to the game, particularly because black has always offered a good painting challenge.

Solomon Kane was, a usual, zenithal primed with black/grey/white.Solomon Kane was, a usual, zenithal primed with black/grey/white.
Gallery above - The miniature was then covered with GW Contrast Black Templar - Above - Pants were covered with a thinned out layer of GW Incubi Darkness (as a glaze) then highlighted with GW Stegadon Green and Mechanicus Standard Grey.Gallery above - The miniature was then covered with GW Contrast Black Templar - Above - Pants were covered with a thinned out layer of GW Incubi Darkness (as a glaze) then highlighted with GW Stegadon Green and Mechanicus Standard Grey.
The shirt and hats were glazed with Vallejo Black Green and highlighted with GW Mechanicus Standard Grey and Dawnstone. Keep the highlights only where the zenithal light hits the miniature, which is e asier if you kept your contrast and glaze layers thin.The shirt and hats were glazed with Vallejo Black Green and highlighted with GW Mechanicus Standard Grey and Dawnstone. Keep the highlights only where the zenithal light hits the miniature, which is e asier if you kept your contrast and glaze layers thin.
The cloak is then covered with a  glaze of Vallejo SMoke and a glaze of Vallejo Woodgrain. These two colors are also used to pain the pistol wooden parts as well as the belts.The cloak is then covered with a glaze of Vallejo SMoke and a glaze of Vallejo Woodgrain. These two colors are also used to pain the pistol wooden parts as well as the belts.
Metallic parts (pistols/buckles/sword) were given a layer of Leadbelcher and a wash of Nuln Oil GlossMetallic parts (pistols/buckles/sword) were given a layer of Leadbelcher and a wash of Nuln Oil Gloss
The base was painted with GW Contrast Ork Flesh (grass) , Abaddon Dune (stones) and SKeleton Horde (skulls). The grass is highlighted with GW Skarsnik Green, the stones with GFW Tallarn Sand and the  skulls with GW Ushabti Bone Finally, a coral snake was added using black, red and yellow for color and contrast with the dark miniature.The base was painted with GW Contrast Ork Flesh (grass) , Abaddon Dune (stones) and SKeleton Horde (skulls). The grass is highlighted with GW Skarsnik Green, the stones with GFW Tallarn Sand and the skulls with GW Ushabti Bone Finally, a coral snake was added using black, red and yellow for color and contrast with the dark miniature.
Metallic parts (pistols/buckles/sword) were given a layer of Leadbelcher and a wash of Nuln Oil Gloss. They are then  highlighted with Vallejo Air Silver. Ensure to only highlight teh pats hit by the zenithal light.Metallic parts (pistols/buckles/sword) were given a layer of Leadbelcher and a wash of Nuln Oil Gloss. They are then highlighted with Vallejo Air Silver. Ensure to only highlight teh pats hit by the zenithal light.
FInally, hands and face were highlighted with a light flesh color so as to give a splash of color to the miniature,FInally, hands and face were highlighted with a light flesh color so as to give a splash of color to the miniature,
Solomon Kane is now ready to walk his redemptive path...Solomon Kane is now ready to walk his redemptive path...
Painting Solomon Kane

Painting the Animated Skeleton

Tutoring 13
Skill 13
Idea 12
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Moving forward with my painting of the miniatures necessary to play ‘A Rattle of Bones’, I decided to tackle toe skeleton, available as a corpse and as an animated skeleton. I will use the same techniques to paint both and thus am including them below.

The skeleton is zenithal highlighted as usual, using black/grey/white, from a black base to a 60 degree angle with grey and a 90 degrees angle with white (top down) . The skeleton proper receives a GW Contrast Skeleton Horde layer.The skeleton is zenithal highlighted as usual, using black/grey/white, from a black base to a 60 degree angle with grey and a 90 degrees angle with white (top down) . The skeleton proper receives a GW Contrast Skeleton Horde layer.
As the base and skeleton will have rather warm tones, I chose to color the ragged clothes blue, using GW Caledor Sky.As the base and skeleton will have rather warm tones, I chose to color the ragged clothes blue, using GW Caledor Sky.
The base is painted GW Dryad Bark and then dry-brushed with two successive coats of GW Gorthor Brown (any medium brown will do) and a coat of GW Ushabti Bone.The base is painted GW Dryad Bark and then dry-brushed with two successive coats of GW Gorthor Brown (any medium brown will do) and a coat of GW Ushabti Bone.
The belt ks painted Vallejo Wood Gain and the chains receive a coat of GW Leadbelcher.The belt ks painted Vallejo Wood Gain and the chains receive a coat of GW Leadbelcher.
Apply a coat of GW Agrax Earthshade to the chains (to dull the shine and make them appear dusty and rusty-ish) as well as to the belt and rags. Drybrush the skeleton with GW Ushabti Bones on the surfaces exposed to zenithal light.Apply a coat of GW Agrax Earthshade to the chains (to dull the shine and make them appear dusty and rusty-ish) as well as to the belt and rags. Drybrush the skeleton with GW Ushabti Bones on the surfaces exposed to zenithal light.
Belt is highlighted with Vallejo Orange Brown and Dark Sand to show scratches and wear.Belt is highlighted with Vallejo Orange Brown and Dark Sand to show scratches and wear.
Highlight the hair with white and do  a final drybrush on most exposed bone surface with GW Ushabti Bone.Highlight the hair with white and do a final drybrush on most exposed bone surface with GW Ushabti Bone.
After painted the circumference of the base black (or dark brown), the skeleton is ready for play. You may want to dot the two eye orbits with a white dot on the animated skeleton, followed by a dot of yellow, to emphasize its animated status.After painted the circumference of the base black (or dark brown), the skeleton is ready for play. You may want to dot the two eye orbits with a white dot on the animated skeleton, followed by a dot of yellow, to emphasize its animated status.

The Tavern Keeper

Tutoring 13
Skill 14
Idea 12
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Gallery Above (Left)The tavern keeper was zenithal primed using black/grey/white. That allows the use of thin layers of paint which retain the highlights and shadows automatically. Gallery Above (Right) For the pants, I used GW Contrast Flesh Tearers Red and an ov erbrush of white for the shirt, hair and beard. Above -  Getters were painted with GW XV-88 and the shoes in GW Balor Brown. Feel free to use any slightly contrasted brown you like.Gallery Above (Left)The tavern keeper was zenithal primed using black/grey/white. That allows the use of thin layers of paint which retain the highlights and shadows automatically. Gallery Above (Right) For the pants, I used GW Contrast Flesh Tearers Red and an ov erbrush of white for the shirt, hair and beard. Above - Getters were painted with GW XV-88 and the shoes in GW Balor Brown. Feel free to use any slightly contrasted brown you like.
The skin was touched up with GW Bugman’s Glow and the hat covered with a light layer of GW Contrast Skeleton HordeThe skin was touched up with GW Bugman’s Glow and the hat covered with a light layer of GW Contrast Skeleton Horde
Gallery above (Left) - I used GW Zandri Dust for the belt, Vallejo Woodgrain for the cleaver handle and black for the cleaver blade. Gallery above (Right) - The back pouch was painted GW Gorthor Brown and the Rabbit GW Mechanicus Standard Grey. Above - Now that the colors are blocked, time to apply shades. I want the shirt to look dirty and applied a layer of GW Contrast Skeleton Horde. The for bear and hair, I used GW Contrast Apothecary White.Gallery above (Left) - I used GW Zandri Dust for the belt, Vallejo Woodgrain for the cleaver handle and black for the cleaver blade. Gallery above (Right) - The back pouch was painted GW Gorthor Brown and the Rabbit GW Mechanicus Standard Grey. Above - Now that the colors are blocked, time to apply shades. I want the shirt to look dirty and applied a layer of GW Contrast Skeleton Horde. The for bear and hair, I used GW Contrast Apothecary White.
The skin was shaded with GW Reikland Fleshade and the the lower part of the body is washed in GW Agax Earthsdhade.The skin was shaded with GW Reikland Fleshade and the the lower part of the body is washed in GW Agax Earthsdhade.
Gallery Abobr (LEft) - LEt the washes dry for about 1/2 hour to one hour and you are ready for highlights. Gallery Above (Right) - Pants are drybrished with a small drybrush and GW Khorne Red. Focus on the part of the pants that are hit by zenithal light. Dry Brush the part of the shirt exposed to zenithal light with white, along with the hair. Spot highlight the beard with white. Finally, spot brush the belt with GW Ushabti Bone. Above - Next dry brush the getters and shoes with GW Karak Stone and GW Gorthor Brown being careful not to touch the pants nor base.Gallery Abobr (LEft) - LEt the washes dry for about 1/2 hour to one hour and you are ready for highlights. Gallery Above (Right) - Pants are drybrished with a small drybrush and GW Khorne Red. Focus on the part of the pants that are hit by zenithal light. Dry Brush the part of the shirt exposed to zenithal light with white, along with the hair. Spot highlight the beard with white. Finally, spot brush the belt with GW Ushabti Bone. Above - Next dry brush the getters and shoes with GW Karak Stone and GW Gorthor Brown being careful not to touch the pants nor base.
For bases painting, look at my Gatson tutorial. Here I will just address the leg, which was shaded with GW Athonian Camoshade (it is rotting after all) and crowned with GW Blood for the Blood God.For bases painting, look at my Gatson tutorial. Here I will just address the leg, which was shaded with GW Athonian Camoshade (it is rotting after all) and crowned with GW Blood for the Blood God.
The back pouch and rabbit were washed with GW Agrax Earthshade and then highlighted with GW Karak Stone and GW Administratum Grey. This is ana exception to my blocking and shading colors first as they are details and i prefer to keep them for last.The back pouch and rabbit were washed with GW Agrax Earthshade and then highlighted with GW Karak Stone and GW Administratum Grey. This is ana exception to my blocking and shading colors first as they are details and i prefer to keep them for last.
Bloody handprints on the shirts were achieved by using some bits arms from an old kit which I dipped in GW Blood for the Blood God and then applied palm down on the shirt. The sinister tavern keeper is ready to welcome his guests...Bloody handprints on the shirts were achieved by using some bits arms from an old kit which I dipped in GW Blood for the Blood God and then applied palm down on the shirt. The sinister tavern keeper is ready to welcome his guests...
The Tavern Keeper

Painting Gaston l'Armon

Tutoring 16
Skill 16
Idea 14
2 Comments
Gaston l'Armon was an interesting miniatures, offering several opportunities to play with paint, from his clothes to the candle he holds in front of him. Gaston was primed in a zenithal highlight fashion  using black/grey/white with an airbrush.Gaston l'Armon was an interesting miniatures, offering several opportunities to play with paint, from his clothes to the candle he holds in front of him. Gaston was primed in a zenithal highlight fashion using black/grey/white with an airbrush.
The jacket and pants were painted using GW Incubi Darkness and the boots and gloves given a coat of GW Contrast Snakebite Leather. This gives leather a good worn aspect while providing a shortcut to painting thee accessories. Keep in mind my goal is to go to the table and play as fast as I can.The jacket and pants were painted using GW Incubi Darkness and the boots and gloves given a coat of GW Contrast Snakebite Leather. This gives leather a good worn aspect while providing a shortcut to painting thee accessories. Keep in mind my goal is to go to the table and play as fast as I can.
For the cape, I used GW Contrast Blood Angel Red which works great with a zenithal priming. The beard and hair were painted whiteFor the cape, I used GW Contrast Blood Angel Red which works great with a zenithal priming. The beard and hair were painted white
Bandolier and straps were painted with Vallejo Smoke. The pistol wooden parts were painted with Vallejo Wood Gain. The candle holder and sword hilt/handle were painted with GW Brass Scorpion.Bandolier and straps were painted with Vallejo Smoke. The pistol wooden parts were painted with Vallejo Wood Gain. The candle holder and sword hilt/handle were painted with GW Brass Scorpion.
Brass parts were shaded with GW Reikland Fleshshade Gloss. THe jacket and pants were shaded using GW Drakenhof Nightshade, so as to give the clothes a blueish tint.Brass parts were shaded with GW Reikland Fleshshade Gloss. THe jacket and pants were shaded using GW Drakenhof Nightshade, so as to give the clothes a blueish tint.
Now for the base, divided into wood floor and stone floor. The wood floor was painted Vallejo Woodgrain and shaded with GW Agrax Earthshade.Now for the base, divided into wood floor and stone floor. The wood floor was painted Vallejo Woodgrain and shaded with GW Agrax Earthshade.
Stone floor was painted using three different GW colors to provide diversity: Mechanicus Standard Gray, Dawnstone and Zandri Dust, then shaded with GW Agrax Earthshade to maintain a tone harmonious with the wood floor. The objects on the floor were painted with GW Brass Scorpion and shaded with Reikland Fleshshade Gloss.Stone floor was painted using three different GW colors to provide diversity: Mechanicus Standard Gray, Dawnstone and Zandri Dust, then shaded with GW Agrax Earthshade to maintain a tone harmonious with the wood floor. The objects on the floor were painted with GW Brass Scorpion and shaded with Reikland Fleshshade Gloss.
Wood floor (and bandolier/harness) were highlighted with GW Zandri Dust and stones were edge highlighted using GW Administratum Grey, to provide more dimensional contrast. Wood floor (and bandolier/harness) were highlighted with GW Zandri Dust and stones were edge highlighted using GW Administratum Grey, to provide more dimensional contrast.
The candle light was painted yellow and red for the tip. Ensure to apply some yellow to the top of the candle white.The candle light was painted yellow and red for the tip. Ensure to apply some yellow to the top of the candle white.
All brass parts were highlighted with GW Hashut Copper. The pistol barrel and firing mechanism were slightly brushed with GW Leadbelcher. Note that if you are so inclined (I was) you can add patterns to the jacket and pants using a very fine brush and a lighter shade of blue.All brass parts were highlighted with GW Hashut Copper. The pistol barrel and firing mechanism were slightly brushed with GW Leadbelcher. Note that if you are so inclined (I was) you can add patterns to the jacket and pants using a very fine brush and a lighter shade of blue.
The face was highlighted with GW Kislev Flesh. You may add a touch of yellow to the face on the side of the candle to create a reflection.The face was highlighted with GW Kislev Flesh. You may add a touch of yellow to the face on the side of the candle to create a reflection.

Painting the Shadows

Tutoring 15
Skill 16
Idea 13
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These 6 shadows are identical yet very quick and satisfying to paint.

As usual, apply a solid  zenithal lighting primer, using black/grey/white. This will work well with the GW Contrast paints.As usual, apply a solid zenithal lighting primer, using black/grey/white. This will work well with the GW Contrast paints.
I used 3 GWE Contrast paints: Skeleton Horde for the entire miniature, Gygor Brown for the recesses and Militarum Green for some fold areas, as  as to  mix the tone and establish gradients  with the Skeleton Horde while it was still wet.I used 3 GWE Contrast paints: Skeleton Horde for the entire miniature, Gygor Brown for the recesses and Militarum Green for some fold areas, as as to mix the tone and establish gradients with the Skeleton Horde while it was still wet.
Once the contrast paint is dry, just go over the stitches with GW Ushabti Bones (with a fine brush) insisting upon the stiches most exposed to light and paint the base with a solid black (here I use craft paint). Once the contrast paint is dry, just go over the stitches with GW Ushabti Bones (with a fine brush) insisting upon the stiches most exposed to light and paint the base with a solid black (here I use craft paint).
A subtle touch of yellow paint will create an 'eye' effectA subtle touch of yellow paint will create an 'eye' effect
The shadows are ready to plague Kane on his path to redemption..The shadows are ready to plague Kane on his path to redemption..

Painting Justice

Tutoring 18
Skill 19
Idea 16
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Finally, Justice comes onto the painting table, the last virtue we will paint before testing out the game. Justice was airbrushed in the fashion of the other 3 virtues...Finally, Justice comes onto the painting table, the last virtue we will paint before testing out the game. Justice was airbrushed in the fashion of the other 3 virtues...
... using shades from dark blue to progressive lighter shades of blue and finally white.... using shades from dark blue to progressive lighter shades of blue and finally white.
The base columns were painted GW Tallarn Sand and washed with GW Agrax EarthshadeThe base columns were painted GW Tallarn Sand and washed with GW Agrax Earthshade
Once the wash was dry, acolumns were carefully dry brushed with GW Ushabti Bone (using a small dry brush such as GW's)Once the wash was dry, acolumns were carefully dry brushed with GW Ushabti Bone (using a small dry brush such as GW's)
The chains of the scales were painted straight white and washed with thinned down Surf Aqua from P3The chains of the scales were painted straight white and washed with thinned down Surf Aqua from P3
Metal was painted GW Leadbelcher and golden accent given a layer of GW Runelord Brass.Metal was painted GW Leadbelcher and golden accent given a layer of GW Runelord Brass.
All metal was given a wash of Nuln Oil GlossAll metal was given a wash of Nuln Oil Gloss
And when the wash was dry, highlights were applied with GW Ironbreaker and Runelord Brass.And when the wash was dry, highlights were applied with GW Ironbreaker and Runelord Brass.
A touch of white was applied to the facial and hair highlights, along with the top areas of the scale chainlinks and the edges of the sword. You may also play with lights and shadows on the sword blade using thinned out white.A touch of white was applied to the facial and hair highlights, along with the top areas of the scale chainlinks and the edges of the sword. You may also play with lights and shadows on the sword blade using thinned out white.
Justice steps into the worldJustice steps into the world
and shows her Lloyd shot...and shows her Lloyd shot...

Painting Courage

Tutoring 17
Skill 18
Idea 15
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Courage was next and surprisingly easy, due to the preponderance of armor on the miniature and the use of Secret Weapon Washes…

Metal armor was painted with GW Iron Breaker, using a medium brush (test your steadiness ? ) and the gold accents using Vallejo Old Gold.Metal armor was painted with GW Iron Breaker, using a medium brush (test your steadiness ? ) and the gold accents using Vallejo Old Gold.
The sash and overdress were applied a diluted layer of Secret Weapon Algae wash (try their washes, they are magical). Try a blueish wash for the leather pants so as to create a nice contrast.The sash and overdress were applied a diluted layer of Secret Weapon Algae wash (try their washes, they are magical). Try a blueish wash for the leather pants so as to create a nice contrast.
Belts were given a layer of Vallejo Smoke, washed with a black wash and scratched with Vallejo Dark Sand.Belts were given a layer of Vallejo Smoke, washed with a black wash and scratched with Vallejo Dark Sand.
Armor was washed with Gw Nuln Oil Gloss then highlighted with Vallejo Old Gold and Game Air Silver. I would have preferred Vallejo Chrome but did not have an available bottle.Armor was washed with Gw Nuln Oil Gloss then highlighted with Vallejo Old Gold and Game Air Silver. I would have preferred Vallejo Chrome but did not have an available bottle.
Pants stitches were highlighted with a fine brush and with GW Dawnstone.Pants stitches were highlighted with a fine brush and with GW Dawnstone.
The base ‘tornado’ was edge highlighted with white (here portrayed an ancient bottle of Citadel white).The base ‘tornado’ was edge highlighted with white (here portrayed an ancient bottle of Citadel white).
White was also used to highlight the sword edges, hair and facial area. Be light in your application. Less is more…White was also used to highlight the sword edges, hair and facial area. Be light in your application. Less is more…
Courage is ready to steadfastly defend the world against evil.Courage is ready to steadfastly defend the world against evil.
Mandatory Lloyd shot ?Mandatory Lloyd shot ?
Next, Justice…Next, Justice…

Painting Prudence

Tutoring 16
Skill 17
Idea 14
2 Comments
Prudence was given a coat of dark blue and highlighted following the same process as Temperance – See http://legamingdude.com/painting-temperance/ or the previous entry.Prudence was given a coat of dark blue and highlighted following the same process as Temperance – See http://legamingdude.com/painting-temperance/ or the previous entry.
The challenge with Patience is her base as the tentacles are very distinct from the rest of the miniature and thus require a separate treatment. I chose to apply a GW Contrast Purple for the bottom of the tentacle and a GW COntrast Grey for the top. I suggest diluting both with GW Contrast Medium (not water).The challenge with Patience is her base as the tentacles are very distinct from the rest of the miniature and thus require a separate treatment. I chose to apply a GW Contrast Purple for the bottom of the tentacle and a GW COntrast Grey for the top. I suggest diluting both with GW Contrast Medium (not water).
I then highlighted the scales with a progressively pallerer blue, using any medium blue in your collection, progressively highting it with white and dry brushing it with a small dry brush (I love the GW small dry brush for these jobs). You may want to highlight some of the moire light-exposed scale edges with a fine brush and pure white.I then highlighted the scales with a progressively pallerer blue, using any medium blue in your collection, progressively highting it with white and dry brushing it with a small dry brush (I love the GW small dry brush for these jobs). You may want to highlight some of the moire light-exposed scale edges with a fine brush and pure white.
I then applied a diluted wash of GW Drakenhof Nightshade.I then applied a diluted wash of GW Drakenhof Nightshade.
In order to create a subtle contrast on the dress and sash without destroying the airbrush highlights, I applied two diluted glazes of green, one GW Loren FOrest to the sash and one GW Kabalite Green to the dress. Make sure the effect is subtle and do not let it pool in the crevices.In order to create a subtle contrast on the dress and sash without destroying the airbrush highlights, I applied two diluted glazes of green, one GW Loren FOrest to the sash and one GW Kabalite Green to the dress. Make sure the effect is subtle and do not let it pool in the crevices.
I decided to contrast the metallic part by using GW Leadbelcher on the dress decorations and GW Runelord Brass on the base shield links and the medallion. Be careful when applying the paint so as not to alter the environing garments and base components. Less is more as you are just going for a glint aspect rather than plain coverage.I decided to contrast the metallic part by using GW Leadbelcher on the dress decorations and GW Runelord Brass on the base shield links and the medallion. Be careful when applying the paint so as not to alter the environing garments and base components. Less is more as you are just going for a glint aspect rather than plain coverage.
Then cover all metallic parts with GW Nuln Oil Gloss.Then cover all metallic parts with GW Nuln Oil Gloss.
Highlight the metallic aras most exposed to light with the previous metallic color, or ven a lighter metallic tone such as GW Ironbreaker (for the Leadbelcher parts).Highlight the metallic aras most exposed to light with the previous metallic color, or ven a lighter metallic tone such as GW Ironbreaker (for the Leadbelcher parts).
For the belt and corset ties, I chose GWE Incubi Darkness for its proximity to the original garment color and washed it with GW Nuln Oil. You can provide highlight with a medium-light grey such as GW Dawnstone.For the belt and corset ties, I chose GWE Incubi Darkness for its proximity to the original garment color and washed it with GW Nuln Oil. You can provide highlight with a medium-light grey such as GW Dawnstone.
Prudence is now ready to join Temperance…Prudence is now ready to join Temperance…
Painting Prudence

Painting Temperance

Tutoring 17
Skill 17
Idea 15
8 Comments

I picked temperance first as it seems like a virtue I could get more of. The miniature was devoid of mold lines (that I cared about) and i decided to prime it black, along with the other three virtues.

I then airbrushed a layer of Imperial Blue (Vallejo) at 45 degree angle downward, preserving the shadows.I then airbrushed a layer of Imperial Blue (Vallejo) at 45 degree angle downward, preserving the shadows.

Followed several progressive zenital airbrush layers of Vallejo Magic Blue and Electric Blue and finally a top down, parsimonious touch of 50/50 Electric Blue and White followed by pure white.

Added highlight to liquid by using a lighter tone of blue and pure white, applied with the side of the brush on the raised area.

Belt was painted with Vallejo Smoke and highlighted/scratched with Vallejo Dark SandBelt was painted with Vallejo Smoke and highlighted/scratched with Vallejo Dark Sand
Corset was highlighted with two shades of purple to create contrast from the rest of the clothing.Corset was highlighted with two shades of purple to create contrast from the rest of the clothing.
The base was detailed by painting the roots GW Dryad Bark, highlighted with GW Gorthor Brown just at the top of the raised surface. Leaves were painted GW Waaagh Flesh (medium green) and highlighted with a lighter shade of green (here GW Straken Green). The two vases were painted Vallejo Black Green and the decoration applied a thin layer of GW Runelord Brass. A wash of Huln Oil was applied and, upon it being dr,, a slight dry brush of GW Administratum Grey. I then came back with little touches of GW Runelord Brass to enhance details and overcome Nuln Oil flat aspect. Using a dark blue, I chose to paint lines under the eyes. I felt they mimicked and complemented the water pouring from the hands.The base was detailed by painting the roots GW Dryad Bark, highlighted with GW Gorthor Brown just at the top of the raised surface. Leaves were painted GW Waaagh Flesh (medium green) and highlighted with a lighter shade of green (here GW Straken Green). The two vases were painted Vallejo Black Green and the decoration applied a thin layer of GW Runelord Brass. A wash of Huln Oil was applied and, upon it being dr,, a slight dry brush of GW Administratum Grey. I then came back with little touches of GW Runelord Brass to enhance details and overcome Nuln Oil flat aspect. Using a dark blue, I chose to paint lines under the eyes. I felt they mimicked and complemented the water pouring from the hands.

Why I Chose Solomon Kane

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Why I Chose Solomon Kane

Solomon Kane has always been one of my favorite fictional characters and I daresay I prefer him to Conan as he feels more relatable to me, both in environment and stature. So when Mythic Games ran a Kickstarter based upon one of my favorite heroes, I had no choice but to jump in with both feet.

Upon reception of Wave one, about two weeks ago, I felt this creeping feeling of dread, upon realising the physical beauty of the contained miniatures, a beauty which I felt very inadequate to do justice to with my meager painting skills. The virtues were especially intimidating, in part because the accompanying artbook portrayed a paint job far beyond my reach. Solomon Kane was shelved for the moment.

Yet, having reached this point in my hobby were too many games were competing for my attention, I decided to submit the list to my youngest son, a 24 year old wooky of a man, who never hesitates to share with me his honest opinion (something I am much thankful for, even though it sometimes bruises my psyche). Upon having the list enumerated, he picked, for some unknown reason, Solomon Kane as the game he would be most interested in next. The path of Kane was therefore mine to follow, beginning with the virtues…

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