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Assault Squad



Vindicator "Angel's Fury"

Before I even begin commenting on the models, I have to talk about the picture quality.
I cant make a true C&C unless you take better pics. Using a flash washes out all detail and changes the color of the models.
Look at the difference flash makes on these two models.



The next problem with the picture is the background. Use a solid background or at the very least, move everything out of the way.
I would also suggest taking the pic with a dark/black background instead of the white. When using the camera in the auto setting, like most of us do, the camera see all the white (paper) background as 'light', so it closes the iris/aperture.
The result is that your model comes out darker that it actually is because the aperture is now closed to compensate for all the 'light'



Assault Squad:
First thing that I notice is the helmet. They have no eyes/lenses. They look unfinished without the eyes. You can get away with this on heads, but not on helmets.
Also, you need to add some metallics to the helmet, specifically the mouth pieces/respirators on the face plate.
The torsos have too much metal in them, you need to break up a little. It seems 4 of the Marines still need their eagle painted gold.
I would also paint the jump pack straps black, just to break up all the metal.
You can also either drill out the barrels or simply paint a black dot on them.
Did you wash the metal? It's hard to tell with the flash.

Vindicator:
You can still see the brush strokes, or rather you can see the black primer under the brush strokes.
You're having the same color issues that you have with the troops. It's very monochromatic. Give it some more color.
Paint the head lights, the sensor/targeting array (on top), paint the barrel red or some other color.
Maybe some weathering on the vehicle. Just a very light stippling or drybrushing of brown along the bottom to give it a dirt/dust effect.
Wash. Brown or black.

I agree with Lav25, 100%. His tips on Photography are something I will apply myself on my next Thread.

Thanks, i will try to take better pics. I painting table quality not pro level but make some changes on my models to reflect was has been said. Always trying to improve my paint skills and as always C&C is most welcome.

Hey lav25gunner, that is the type of C&C i would want on all my models... good pointed

Here is a very good tutorial on painting marines. It helped me out a lot.

http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/345164.page

1+ to HONAW and to Lav, I like the scheme, and if you want to do metallics like that easier, why not just buy a metallic primer?

The Dwarf Wolf wrote:Hey lav25gunner, that is the type of C&C i would want on all my models... good pointed

Well, I feel we're all here for the same thing. To get better through C&C. I hate it when someone post a badly painted army and people just say, "that is awesome" or some other BS.
You can C&C on someone's models without being a douche and still help the person get better.

Capitansolstice wrote:1+ to HONAW and to Lav, I like the scheme, and if you want to do metallics like that easier, why not just buy a metallic primer?

I love color primers. I think they can save a ton of time that most people don't have to spend painting an army. Most people I've met hate painting, so this is an awesome thing.
GW, used to make color primer, but I guess they decided they could make more money by not selling them and selling you paint instead.
Make sure you buy an acrylic spray paint. Also make sure you spray several light coats of paint. It should take you about 3 or 4 passes to cover one model. If you spray too long/hard, it may dry on thick and cover up detail.
I would test it out on a back pack, or if you live close to GW, snatch up one of those free SM they have.

I like your color scheme. Gunmetal and purple is a risky combination, but I think if you get a little better at applying the paint (earlier comments about lighter brushwork need not be repeated) then this paint scheme is going to rock.

Brother-Sgt. Eli

Brother-Sergeant Eli definitely has more color and depth, but he looks a little messy.
It looks like you water your paint, cause you can't see the thick clumps of paint or the brush strokes.
You have two main issues that you need to work on.
First is coverage. You need to paint several layers of paint to get smooth, even coverage. I can still see a lot of the black primer underneath.
Second is neatness. You have to go back and clean up. This is probably your biggest downfall. The purity seal on the tabbard, the skull on the pack, the gold on his chest, the purple on the eagle on power fist, purple and metal on the gun and the belt buckle decoration.
You can get away with the first, because it can work in your favor if you're going for a dirty gritty look. But the second problem has to be corrected. Just go back and touch up when you're done, or simply take your time. With practice comes speed.

Oh, and this is just a suggestion, but I would make the base a lighter brown. The models are kinda dark now, so a brighter base will make them stand out more. Also, the bright green grass doesn't fit with the dark brown/red base.

Here is a Termi Assault Squad

Co. Veteran Squad Gunther

Just as an observation....

Firstly your models are nice i like the uses of contrast go well and so on, i like it your should be proud my friend...

Secondly.... lav25gunner may point out a few good tips on backgrounds and such but looking at his picture quality in his reference isn't one to worthy of the condescending tone in his comments and Photoshopping an image just seems like cheating your own skills... if you make a nice set and take a nice photo with a half decent camera its worth a sack of cheated works..

and granted i haven't looked at lav25gunner's work but again sounds very unhelpful and condescending on the posts...
i just want to see pleasant comments and friendly advise but if i'm reading it in the wrong tone i will apologize if told so...

i will point out at this stage that i am an ex Photography student and an animation student... i know cameras... and im dating a professional photographer... so i know how to capture my miniatures without the help of a programs touch ups...

Wolf

I got a not so good camera (imho its sucks monkey nutz). I still need to tough up some areas of the models and do some highlighting but so they look good enough for table quality. Thx for the C&C.

Storm Talon gunship

From what I can see you have done a very clean paintjob on the storm talon gunship only thing I can really say is give the silver on the models a better wash and highlight, keep up the good work otherwise

Looking at that last vehicle, I think your color combo is frickin' dynamite! Seriously, it rocks on toast...

Now I'm wondering if any flaws in the paintjobs of the minis farther up the page were due to the closeness of the photos (and possible glare from a flash) rather than actual errors in your technique. On the realz, if all of your figs have a paint job consistent with that flyer, then you have one hell of an army, and probably one of the nicest looking custom color schemes I've seen.

Jimsolo wrote:Looking at that last vehicle, I think your color combo is frickin' dynamite! Seriously, it rocks on toast...

Now I'm wondering if any flaws in the paintjobs of the minis farther up the page were due to the closeness of the photos (and possible glare from a flash) rather than actual errors in your technique. On the realz, if all of your figs have a paint job consistent with that flyer, then you have one hell of an army, and probably one of the nicest looking custom color schemes I've seen.

Thanks, I do love my paint scheme(wife chose the colors). Total time from build to paint 6+ hours. The shot was taken outside and turned great.

Although now that I think of it, I kind of expect the Marines bailing out of that flyer to be screaming "Cobraaaaaa!"

Jimsolo wrote:Although now that I think of it, I kind of expect the Marines bailing out of that flyer to be screaming "Cobraaaaaa!"

LOL LOL LOL

Jimsolo wrote:Although now that I think of it, I kind of expect the Marines bailing out of that flyer to be screaming "Cobraaaaaa!"

I think you left the awesome dial in your brain set to over 9000.

Why is it that people on the internet always see the world with 50% more awesome than I do?

And for an actual constructive comment, I enjoyed your colour scheme. The painting quality has gotten progressively better through the thread. Your stormtalon in particular is pretty awesome.

Cool love the purple with the dark angel bits

nkon117 wrote:

Jimsolo wrote:Although now that I think of it, I kind of expect the Marines bailing out of that flyer to be screaming "Cobraaaaaa!"

I think you left the awesome dial in your brain set to over 9000.

Why is it that people on the internet always see the world with 50% more awesome than I do?

And for an actual constructive comment, I enjoyed your colour scheme. The painting quality has gotten progressively better through the thread. Your stormtalon in particular is pretty awesome.

Thanks, i have trying new technuques and brush control.

BrotherGnaeus wrote:Cool love the purple with the dark angel bits

My chapter is a Dark Angel DIY successor. Wich explains the DA bitz.

will have Contemptor Dread Pics soon. As Always C&C are welcome

Here is Brother Boaz



Tactical Squad Malikai

I love the contemptor, I would like to see it in a better light Is it possible for you to take it outside or in a room with good natural light? That always helps me with my pictures

Other than that I love your scheme However the Nurgle within me tells me...IT WOULD BE BETTER IN GREEN WITH OOZE ON IT!!!

Here is A better pic of my Contemptor Dread and a Razorback APC

Hi all I just finished my land raider and have mostly finished stormraven. so here are the pics.

Lion's Fury



Night Fury(yes I stoled the name)

Here is my Ravenwing Attack Squadron. C&C as always welcome.

Ravenwing Bikers


Ravenwing bikers



Ravevwing attack Biker



Ravenwing Land Speeder



Ravenwing attack squadron "Hunter's Claw"

The color scheme makes me think Soul Drinkers.

i think your colour scheme is really good and as people have said before your ability progresses through the thread.
my favourites in particular are your bikers, stormtalon and your landraider.
keep it up!

Hmm, you need more depth in the paint. Try adding layers. Start chain mail, null oil wash, bolt gun drybrush, nuln oil wash again then dry brush mythril. Doing this will give you a really good depth in the silver. Or the purple start dark then dry brush paler before washing then a final lighter coloured dry brush.

Get a magnifier lamp to go over after and touch up details with a fine detail brush to clean up edges at a magnified level.

Odd colour scheme but that's what you get when you let your partner choose for you.

I like your color scheme but I agree with everyone here when they said that the models need more depth. I am even learned something about photography that I am going to apply to my next work log.

Here is Terminator Squad Gunther. C&C are welcome.

You really need to pick out those eyes. Colour them blue, red, yellow, whatever. It will help lots.

 CuddlySquig wrote:
You really need to pick out those eyes. Colour them blue, red, yellow, whatever. It will help lots.

Oh crap I forgot to do the eyes. I will do them right away.

Wow, your drybrushing has improved 10fold over the course of this thread! Well done - nice to see it coming through so quickly. As you pointed out, this is a tabletop job, so it is good to see you are improving at the same time as getting models done. I consider tabletop to be 3 colours plus a base that is at least painted - yours are over and above. Keep up the good work!!!!


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I forgot to say - may be worthwhile investing in some washes? Water 'em down, pop them on - insta-depth!

So I repainted my land raider so is pic before and after. C&C welcome


Before



After

HI folks.


I have just built a Land Raider Ares FW doors and reforced armour. I currently paint but almost done.

Your office has a really nice view. I like to work outdoors as well.

Here is my Land Raider Ares. Enjoy as always C&C is welcome.


Lion's Might

Master Gabrie, I really like the colours it's a colour combination that looks really cool.

I'm not sure if I understand all this terminology but I water my colours and it can look good.

Purple is such a tasty colour.

Really good models and like I said, the colour scheme is really nice, keep up the good work!

Well I like it! Keep it up

Trondheim wrote:Well I like it! Keep it up

Thanks, Hope you enjoyed

Canine Gallows wrote: Master Gabrie, I really like the colours it's a colour combination that looks really cool.

I'm not sure if I understand all this terminology but I water my colours and it can look good.

Purple is such a tasty colour.

Really good models and like I said, the colour scheme is really nice, keep up the good work!

Thanks. I try to do a good job at painting.

As always C&C are most welcome.

I dig the colors! so much

God these are nice, you've done loads of work and they have turned out looking awsome. They are no golden deamon but I would be proud if I could paint such a good army.

BaconUprising wrote:God these are nice, you've done loads of work and they have turned out looking awsome. They are no golden deamon but I would be proud if I could paint such a good army.

Thanks dude.

NoQuestionzAsked wrote:I dig the colors! so much

Thanks dude. I dig the colors as well.

I like the colour scheme a lot, and I agree that your painting skills have come a long way over the course of this article. I believe the next technique you should work on is how to effectively apply washes. Not only do these add a lot of depth to metals, but they can be applied to any and every surface to easily add an illusion of detail and shadow. Good luck!

thanks for the comments guys and gals.

Here is my Assault Sgt.

Vet. Sgt. Whiteside



Lion's Wrath

wow man. Can I just say that your painting has come a long way since your first squad! The color scheme really works well on your vehicles. GREAT JOB!

Here is my next project.

Foe Slayer

You are getting better that's for sure. Lav was blunt (IMHO a bit harsh) but most of his point were correct. It looks like you have already corrected a great deal of the stuff you were not doing in the beginning. In terms of photography: don't use flash. Generally you should use lamps, flashlights and good 'ol natural light. Other then that last "hunter's claw" attack squardon (where it looked like your hand must have shook) your pictures have improved. As far as I can tell you water your paints (good). Next thing is to get a better paint brush. Get one of the citadel fine ones or whatever you can find at your FLGS. If you don't have a good brush already then you should get one. It will make the biggest difference in details (which as Lav pointed out very bluntly you were having difficulty with). And you really should practice on those eyes. Really that is all painting 40k is, practice and patience. If you look at my SM then you will see that they aren't exactly top quality. Finally this is to Lav. Although bluntness can be good, and you are right some people do coddle new players and painters who aren't golden demon worthy, it is important to remember that there is no point being harsh when there is nothing to gain. He might as well figure out the basics before you critique everything that is wrong with his painting, he isn't on commission.

Also washes are known as instant skill for good reason! pick some up asap.

these look nice and unique! do enjoy something a little different from the standard flat colours of most army's!

Main criticism, clean your keyboard that's disgusting

 andtheyshallknownofear wrote:
You are getting better that's for sure. Lav was blunt (IMHO a bit harsh) but most of his point were correct. It looks like you have already corrected a great deal of the stuff you were not doing in the beginning. In terms of photography: don't use flash. Generally you should use lamps, flashlights and good 'ol natural light. Other then that last "hunter's claw" attack squardon (where it looked like your hand must have shook) your pictures have improved. As far as I can tell you water your paints (good). Next thing is to get a better paint brush. Get one of the citadel fine ones or whatever you can find at your FLGS. If you don't have a good brush already then you should get one. It will make the biggest difference in details (which as Lav pointed out very bluntly you were having difficulty with). And you really should practice on those eyes. Really that is all painting 40k is, practice and patience. If you look at my SM then you will see that they aren't exactly top quality. Finally this is to Lav. Although bluntness can be good, and you are right some people do coddle new players and painters who aren't golden demon worthy, it is important to remember that there is no point being harsh when there is nothing to gain. He might as well figure out the basics before you critique everything that is wrong with his painting, he isn't on commission.

Also washes are known as instant skill for good reason! pick some up asap.

Thank you so much for your feedback. I have been using new technques and washes(secret weapon minitures). You will start seeing new paint jobs. My army is for tabletop quality. My house as realy bad lighing issues(IMHO too dark for my taste) so I had to go outside to take pics. I have shakey hands so Ive to get some special tools to help detai work.

I have some updates since Bolter and Chainsword down for a while. pics are as follows.


Foe Slayer is come together.

Hi guys and gals,


I have finished my predatorand here is the pic.

Foe Slayer

Oh my now this is something I like to look at. Your painting keeps on improving, well done

A FW Diemos Pattern Predator.

Knight's Fury

Here is what im working on next.

Master Gabriel (aka Belial)

Here is The Master of the Deathwing. C&C as always welcome.

What no comments, the means either real good or suck real bad. As Always C&C are welcome.

thanks
MG.

what color(s) of paint did you use for the purple, and the highlights on the purple?

 Phragonist wrote:
what color(s) of paint did you use for the purple, and the highlights on the purple?

I use GW Nagaroth Night and white paint. I highlighted by mixing white with purple and shaded each layer lighter and lighter as i painted.

Here is two Deathwing Squads.

Squad Fraser



Squad MacFarlane

Master Gabrie wrote:
Here is my Land Raider Ares. Enjoy as always C&C is welcome.


Lion's Might

I like your color scheme. One thing I think may help the look on the tank models are to put some more color onto the weapons/sponsons. For instance on this LR Ares, perhaps mix some of your copper colors into the weapon for instance.
You can definitely tell that your painting has improved a lot looking over this thread, keep up the good work!

Solid painting, solid models, solid army. Nice.
Friendly advice, read my signature, especially for the bikes, they look a bit fuzzy to me.

Well done sir. Keep it up!

I've said it before and I'll say it again I love this thread!

I love the color scheme! The purple and silver look awesome together! I think adding the static green grass to the bases...a perfect complimentary color to the purple. Real nice vindicator as well

Natural light is the best. When working out doors you may want to use a white box to put your models in to hide the natural background (take a cardboard/shoe box, cut out one side and paint it white). If you suffer from the shaking hand syndrom when it comes to taking pictures you may want to invest in an inexpensive small tripod. I think they can be found for $10-$20 online.

Overall I like the jobs you've been doing. Don't be afraid to use brighter metalics to highlight your model's metalic parts. They can really make the model pop.

Thanks Folks for the comments. Im humble by the words. Try to paint my army well and it shows. Im working on two DA fliers next.

dude solid models,
friendly advice however, read my signature, a bit hard to see the details

Here is the newly rebuilt Land Raider Ares "Lion's Might"

I really like the colors and that stormraven is sick! The metal does need a wash though, but anyhow the overall impact is very nice. At least the OP is getting his army painted unlike some players I know who just critique and have mountains of models at home to finish. Very cool

Here is my new flyers.

Not bad, I can definitely see some improvement in your painting!

Cool and rare colour scheme! Keep up the good work.

MY revamped Co Master IN terminator Armour




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Also My next painting project.

this is my next project

Tactical Squad Keith

Here is my finished squad.


Tactical Squad Keith

Im really liking the colour scheme.

Here is another squad. As alwats C&C is most welcome folks

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Here is my Razorback APC.




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here is a group shot

Here is an HQ model I did in one hour.

Interrogator-Chaplain.





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Angels of the Storm Co. Veterans.

THIN YOUR PAINTS.

 RaptorusRex wrote:
THIN YOUR PAINTS.

Thank you for your insite but that was not needed. If you wish to make constuctive comments feel free to do so.

Here is my next project.

Please clean your table and stop taking pictures of your medication. It's got your name on it and the prescription number.

How rude.

Hollismason wrote:
Please clean your table and stop taking pictures of your medication. It's got your name on it and the prescription number.

While you maybe correct on one of the pictures please send a PM and not post this on an open forum.

Anyway OP your paintjobs are nice and clean,. what models did you get the robes from for the legs on some of your marines

Zgecko666 wrote:

Hollismason wrote:
Please clean your table and stop taking pictures of your medication. It's got your name on it and the prescription number.

While you maybe correct on one of the pictures please send a PM and not post this on an open forum.

Anyway OP your paintjobs are nice and clean,. what models did you get the robes from for the legs on some of your marines

I got the robes from the Dark Angels Veteran Box Set. the heads from Forge World Mk IV Armour. Scopes ans silicners from Anvil Industry.


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Here is my finished project.

Lion's Wrath.

Here is My next project: Land Raider Ares II


Lion's Hammer

Here is the finished "Lion's Hammer"

The army as a whole looks nice with the colours you've picked.

My honest C&C is that I think you should focus on neatness a little more if you can. When you basecoat and drybrush, try to keep the brush moving in one direction, that way even if the paint catches on the surface it'll look more uniform.

I'd also suggest post-drybrush to take a 50/50 water/paint mix of your purple and go over the armour panels avoiding the main highlights to create a little depth. And try carefully adding a black wash into any metallic recesses, for example where armour panels connect.

I hope that helps, and keep it up.