Decided that I wasn't happy with this one, so have binned it. The camo just wasn't up to scratch and I know I can do better. On to the next.....
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:anguished: what ! .Steady on Peter,. have some patience, we all thought it was good.
How many times have you done this, it's a shame when you bin something so good.I know you have your reasons and that's the way you are.
Knowing you like I do, the next will be superb, keep smiling and painting .
John .:crying:Comment
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Morning Peter
He looked the business on the bus home last night, and as John said, ""you have your reasons""
Could I put my address on your figure Bin? LOL
I am sure after a dip and strip, some time in the future, he will rise from the paint fumes to a better reincarnation.
Eric was very photogenic and looked the part from where we all are.
What have you got planned for today?
Re use the head or a complete fresh start, to cleanse the palette and clear the air?
Looking forward to a treat tonight
Regards
Steve HComment
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Hi John and Steve
Well, he niggled. I kept going to look at it trying to figure out what was wrong and finally decided it was clumsy painting - one must have standards! He was already consigned to the back of the cabinet, and as that's crowded already....
I sorted through the rest last night and decided that the figures wearing winter gear will not be wearing camo - just early war field grey. It will be more fun to do and should avoid disasters.Comment
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This is more like it!
Included in Richard's stash was this complete figure. I'm going to paint him re the box art, i.e with no camo!
The build was very quick and easy, so I had time to paint a head (one of Richard's spares, not sure who it's by) and the extras:
The clothing is particularly well rendered. I'm looking forward to painting it.Comment
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Sorry to read that you binned the guy with camo. I liked it!? The new one looks really good too. I will log on tomorrow to see if he's still here? I hope so!
AndyComment
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Thats the ticket Peter.He looks stunning.I think the head was an old Kirin one given to me by Stefan herdermertens.Think Mike Good sculpted them.
Love the head.
RichardComment
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Andy - Well, as I said, it just wasn't working out and I was hating doing it. I promise this one is safe....
Richard - It's a great head. There are a couple of similar ones in the stash that look as good.
I also decided to make up his companion:
This was another complete figure, so not too many changes except for a new head (another Kirin one?). He'll be resting the MP40 on his shoulder rather than a panzerfaust, as I want this to be Russia c.1943. I'll probably paint the uniform field grey as well (this is supposed to be fun after all).Comment
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Hi Peter .
Glad you bounced back. Let's see how good you make this one look :thumb2:
John .Comment
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John - Still got the mojo.
Steve - Yes it does - just Googled it:thumb2:.Comment
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Morning John,
Can I presume you are still doing the winter figure whose head has been painted on page 4 along with the above PanzerJager with an Mp 40 swop for a Panzerfaust?
Its been a busy week at work and my head is already mashed!
The winter officer's face has loads of character and does look stressed and cold.
Hope you have a good day with the brushes
Regards
Steve HComment
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Morning Steve
Yes, still doing the officer. Just thought I'd build the panzerjager in the meantime.Comment
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That's the next one done:
I had a big smile on my face while painting this one - it allowed me to really get to grips with the drapery, something I love doing.Comment
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Really nice Peter.Love the Mousey grey winter suit.Think you enjoyed this one as i think it shows in the painting.
Excellent buddy.
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