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2019/05/31 02:39:11
Subject: 'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
From the description of these I was never expecting a wet blend from them anyway.
So on the price I don’t think it’s terrible, considering what they say you’ll get out of it. Replacing 1-3 paints (one of which being the wash itself), so you’re paying for wash, getting wash, base, later.
I know it’s not as simple as that, but business wise, yeah I can’t complain.
I was always only going to grab a small bundle, and still will, so we shall see how they go, and if I really like them, we will go from there..
(I’d love to see them over other base colours, my main spray is black, and a I have a few others but I never remember what, particularly that would be light enough (don’t think I have a white, so if I have to get one, I’ll get a new one, if not I’ll try over the pure white..)
2019/05/31 04:58:01
Subject: 'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
If you want to wet blend, you need to add paint retardant, period. Yes, you can get a blend with these Contrast paints (ie; not a jarring line) but you have to work fast and the effect is still going to be mottled.
Still, not a bad way for a beginner to get into wet blending, and that mottled effect will be great for a load of things. Anything Chaos or organic (sylvaneth, seraphon, etc)
2019/05/31 06:48:08
Subject: 'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
Is there any information on a price for a set of the full contrast range? I assume there is a "get them all at once" set...hopefully with some savings.
2019/05/31 09:25:31
Subject: Re:'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
YAmagata wrote: Is there any information on a price for a set of the full contrast range? I assume there is a "get them all at once" set...hopefully with some savings.
Apparently there are no bundles at release and they aren't expected until later in the year (Christmas probably). The closest you'll probably get is a set of 1 of each direct from GWs online store for €220.50 (35 paints/medium @ €6.30 each)
2019/05/31 09:50:20
Subject: Re:'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
YAmagata wrote: Is there any information on a price for a set of the full contrast range? I assume there is a "get them all at once" set...hopefully with some savings.
£4.75 * 34 pots = £161.50
20% discount would be...£129.20
Throw in a pot of each primer, and not expecting GW to be so generous...put aside £140 and you shouldn't be disappointed. This all depends on whether they do such a set but there you go.
2019/05/31 09:59:34
Subject: 'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
Mad Doc Grotsnik wrote: Has anyone found any vids of the two base sprays being used on one model, with the lighter being a zenithal highlight?
I don't think there's actually much of a difference in value between them, they're just different "temperatures" of off-white, one warm and one cool.
What you'd want is probably a medium value neutral tone grey for the Grey Seer(will GW still be doing the Mechanicus Standard? If not, car paint would work, might actually be better at achieving a smoother surface), and a warm medium value grey for the Wraithbone(I plan to give it a go with my leftover Vallejo German Field Grey spray).
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2019/05/31 12:40:08
Subject: 'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
What’s more, Contrast – like all Citadel paint – can be applied over other paints or even itself to create even more results. This Great Unclean one, for example, was painted with Contrast, then shaded with another coat of Contrast to build up its skin tones.
Of course, paint is one thing, but protecting it is another – just how do you keep Contrast safe from frequent handling? Well, good news! We’ve also designed two new varnishes – a new version of gloss varnish ’Ardcoat, and Stormshield, a matt varnish that’ll help protect your paintwork if you expect your models to be in heavy use.
Spoiler:
'It is a source of constant consternation that my opponents cannot correlate their innate inferiority with their inevitable defeat. It would seem that stupidity is as eternal as war.'
- Nemesor Zahndrekh of the Sautekh Dynasty Overlord of the Crownworld of Gidrim
2019/05/31 15:11:31
Subject: 'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
You can wet blend.. The guy on the stand at WHF blended the green yellow into red around the wound on a nurgle belly and it blended in about 2 seconds. I was very impressed.
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2019/05/31 15:41:30
Subject: Re:'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
'It is a source of constant consternation that my opponents cannot correlate their innate inferiority with their inevitable defeat. It would seem that stupidity is as eternal as war.'
- Nemesor Zahndrekh of the Sautekh Dynasty Overlord of the Crownworld of Gidrim
2019/06/01 00:08:28
Subject: 'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
Planning ahead for the release of these new paints, what are my best options for online retailers in the US when it comes to GW paints?
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2019/06/01 02:02:24
Subject: Re:'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
YAmagata wrote: Is there any information on a price for a set of the full contrast range? I assume there is a "get them all at once" set...hopefully with some savings.
Apparently there are no bundles at release and they aren't expected until later in the year (Christmas probably). The closest you'll probably get is a set of 1 of each direct from GWs online store for €220.50 (35 paints/medium @ €6.30 each)
Just for clarity - does this mean that there is a Contast paint bundle likely for Christmas?
2019/06/01 02:23:14
Subject: Re:'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
YAmagata wrote: Is there any information on a price for a set of the full contrast range? I assume there is a "get them all at once" set...hopefully with some savings.
Apparently there are no bundles at release and they aren't expected until later in the year (Christmas probably). The closest you'll probably get is a set of 1 of each direct from GWs online store for €220.50 (35 paints/medium @ €6.30 each)
Just for clarity - does this mean that there is a Contast paint bundle likely for Christmas?
It's too early to tell, but it would likely be a thing they do yes.
Likely, there would be one for each of the hobby boxes(Project and Paint) with the full range of Contrast paints that are brushed on.
2019/06/01 09:17:31
Subject: 'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
I also wanted to take the mic to tell you about Contrast paints, but I did not really know when or how to interpose that. Then I said to myself, finally, I use them daily since I tested them, so why not talk about it in this article of WIP?
Let's start with this, precisely:
As a Games Workshop Design Studio member, I had the immense privilege of testing these paintings even before we started talking about them on the net, during an afternoon where the team behind their elaboration showed us how they are used and let us test them on different media.
Working for GW, some will say that my point of view is not totally objective, although I will try to give you my hobbyist point of view. But I would join these people, because clearly, I do not feel objective for 3 reasons:
- I love these paintings, but so much that I can not find them fault!
- They rely on a principle that is neither more nor less the way I paint my armies for over 10 years (based on colored filters on white undercoat). I just hear: "Oh yeah ok, it's like Max he's actually painting!" So for me it's a little dream product, out of the pot.
- I use them daily in my hobby. They interbedded in my painting process. I adopted them.
Looking on the net, you will surely have seen how these paintings work. I do not come back on the principle, I painted this Skaven during this afternoon test, according to the dictated process.
This fig is 99.5% painted with Contrast paints. Only lightening on the eyes and teeth were done to the layer.
On each zone, it is a single layer, based on beige Wraithbone underlay.
Only the green of the armor on the back has also received a layer of black Contrast (Black Templar) diluted to the medium provided for this range, to give it a little more depth.
I then made the shades on the skin with Contrast paints diluted to the medium of the same name.
In all, except drying time there is less than 30 minutes. Not disgusting for the time spent.
My general point of view (which only binds me) on these paintings:
- For all those who do not like painting, who paint a lot of figurines, who like to paint but hate basic layers, this range is a revolution.
- For all beginners in the hobby, it is an unavoidable tool that I would have liked to have starting 20 years ago!
- For all those who have a bottle of paint like me, who have their palette of colors, their proven techniques, it is an addition of choice that you will want to use each painting session. You will find a lot of sensations that we had with old inks for example, and their versatility makes that you will be able to use them in mixture with the paintings which you already have. Personally I sometimes use them simply to reinforce a shade or tint a light color.
In short, vazy baby, it's good.
More pics of Maxime's Skaven miniature can be seen at the link above.
'It is a source of constant consternation that my opponents cannot correlate their innate inferiority with their inevitable defeat. It would seem that stupidity is as eternal as war.'
- Nemesor Zahndrekh of the Sautekh Dynasty Overlord of the Crownworld of Gidrim
2019/06/02 01:27:39
Subject: Re:'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
YAmagata wrote: Is there any information on a price for a set of the full contrast range? I assume there is a "get them all at once" set...hopefully with some savings.
Apparently there are no bundles at release and they aren't expected until later in the year (Christmas probably). The closest you'll probably get is a set of 1 of each direct from GWs online store for €220.50 (35 paints/medium @ €6.30 each)
Just for clarity - does this mean that there is a Contast paint bundle likely for Christmas?
I been told that there may be some posibility of personal made a la carte bundle paints(not 100% secure but it seems GW toyed or considered the idea).
2019/06/02 03:42:49
Subject: 'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, US prices page 33
I demand a full list of paints used by the Pastourel Maxime right now! Looks almost as good as his other white Skaven, but probably takes half as long.
PS: GW should add a few more Maximes, they're both doing brilliant work.
Looking for a Skaven Doomwheel banner to repair my Nurgle knights.
2019/06/02 17:02:22
Subject: Re:'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, color charts and video pg. 34
Raring to get stuck in with the new paints? Already been planning out colour schemes for your army? We don’t blame you – which is why we’re very excited to announce the new Battle Ready Paint Sets! Available for a limited time, this offer lets you save money when you order your paints, allowing you to select the paints you need to get your army Battle Ready.
How it works is simple – all you need to do is order 4 Base paints, 2 Shade paints, 3 Contrast paints and 1 Technical paint to finish your miniatures off, and we’ll let you have them all for a special promotional price. Some terms and conditions apply – we’ll have more details for you closer to the time.
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'It is a source of constant consternation that my opponents cannot correlate their innate inferiority with their inevitable defeat. It would seem that stupidity is as eternal as war.'
- Nemesor Zahndrekh of the Sautekh Dynasty Overlord of the Crownworld of Gidrim
2019/06/02 17:43:38
Subject: 'Free Your Models - Contrast' paint range -- In stores June 15th, color charts pg. 34
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