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KidCthulhu wrote:So painting Eldar in protest is a thing?

It is!

pInkLight wrote:i have no space marine models or anything space soldier/space marine related (not even bits). but, i do have a few Dark Eldar models. would it be alright if i join this Eldar protest?

Come join in our parade.

KidCthulhu wrote:#IStandWithCaptainBrown
Like I need a reason to paint Eldar. Hey, there's a chaos marine helmet on the base at least...

Raise our banner high!

MobileSuitRandom wrote:Power Armour?
Shuriken Catapults?
... WHY NOT BOTH?!

That's the spirit!

pInkLight wrote:Dark Eldar Space Sailor Soldiers have arrived.

Huzza!

Come on queen_annes_revenge, share your fantasy figures and stand with us against space marines every March.

Vive la révolution!

Do you hear the miniaturists sing?
Singing the song of angry painters?
It is the music of the people
Who will not paint marines again!
When the beating of your heart
Echoes the beating of the drums
There is art about to start
When tomorrow comes!

Will you join in our crusade?
Who will be strong and stand with me?
Beyond those Space Marines
Are there other models you long to see?

Do you hear the miniaturists sing?
Singing the song of angry painters?
It is the music of the people
Who will not paint marines again!
When the beating of your heart
Echoes the beating of the drums
There is art about to start
When tomorrow comes!

Then join in the fight
That will give you the right to be free!

Will you paint all that you can
So that our banner may advance?
Some will finish and some will not (dam)
Will you stand up and take your chance?
Marine helmets on the ground
Will cover the bases all around!

Do you hear the miniaturists sing?
Singing the song of angry painters?
It is the music of the people
Who will not paint marines again!
When the beating of your heart
Echoes the beating of the drums
There is art about to start
When tomorrow comes!

I have made some progress.


Cheers,

CB
#IStandWithCaptainBrown

As enthusiastic as I may be about Oldhammer, I am also enamored with the Inq28 phenomenon. I love the idea of bringing Inquisitor gameplay to the 28mm scale tabletop. I was very excited to see Watch Captain Artemis:



He was clearly an update of Jes Goowin's amazing 54mm scale model of Battle Brother Artemis from the Inquisitor game:



So I bought him, But I wasn't quite satisfied with building the stock model. I wanted to bring it closer into alignment with Jes's original version. So, in the true Inq28 tradition, it was time to convert! I replaced Artemis's bionic arm and combi-weapon with a regular Deathwatch arm with a Deathwatch boltgun. I left his engraved power sword intact though; it was too cool to replace with a regular one.



While I used the legs, head, right arm, and the front half of Watch Captain Artemis for this model, I replaced the rear half of his body with the back half of a regular Deathwatch marine, though I had to carve it up considerably to make it fit, then fill in some gaps with greenstuff. I added a sheathed combat knife by using a knife handle from an old Tactical Marine and the sheath from the Reaver kit cut to a more reasonable size.



The backpack came from an old Tactical Marine kit from around 2004. As you can see, I had to rebuild part of his butt with greenstuff as well.



The new arm wouldn't simply attach at the correct angle. I had to build a shoulder joint from greenstuff and then sculpt some ribbing onto the underarm.



Obviously there are many other things I could have changed to make it even more like the original version, but I think I struck a good balance between the stock model and a full resculpt! Now maybe I can actually start painting for this painting contest!

Good thing Artemis is here to help deal with the Xenos crashing this month's comp. Awesome mod work, too.

Some rough WIP. Plugging along.

Well, I can certainly help out team procrastination.

Very likely a ridiculous attempt considering my usual pace and the fact it's not even a finished build yet, but hey-ho...

Why have a submarine...



When you can have a spacemarine...



And yes, I'm well aware that the 'pun' doesn't really work, but whatchagonnado

 Pariah Press wrote:
I think that the model would benefit from a wash. It will serve to make those highlights blend together with the rest of the model better, and enhance the details a bit.

with great trepidation i gave the model a wash [ a shading? ] of Agrax Earthshade. the wash was a good idea, thank you for giving me the confidence to do it.

behold:







to be honest, i am over the moon with how this is turning out. the upper body really turned out well. i think the legs are still too stripey, but at a distance it is pretty sharp - i think.

but theres still a big problem.



i am trying to make these look like lenses and not . . whatever is going on here. i used quite a few diff washes to give some kind of layering effect but it didn't turn out how i wanted it to. i'm terrified of having too much paint on my models obscuring detail. i am absolutely against stripping models. so, i am wondering if i can still walk this back and start over by dropping a black wash in the eyes and relayer the greens + a white a dot later? is there a way to know when you're reaching too much paint on a model?

there is two other, smaller problems. the filigree on the dagger on the models back and the white space on the splinter rifle is worrisome. there is also one other tiny problem, there is a golden dot of paint or pigment on her arm shoulder. that will just have to stay. the blood splatters also remind me of pepperonis.

pInkLight wrote:

 Pariah Press wrote:
I think that the model would benefit from a wash. It will serve to make those highlights blend together with the rest of the model better, and enhance the details a bit.

with great trepidation i gave the model a wash [ a shading? ] of Agrax Earthshade. the wash was a good idea, thank you for giving me the confidence to do it.

behold:







to be honest, i am over the moon with how this is turning out. the upper body really turned out well. i think the legs are still too stripey, but at a distance it is pretty sharp - i think.

but theres still a big problem.



i am trying to make these look like lenses and not . . whatever is going on here. i used quite a few diff washes to give some kind of layering effect but it didn't turn out how i wanted it to. i'm terrified of having too much paint on my models obscuring detail. i am absolutely against stripping models. so, i am wondering if i can still walk this back and start over by dropping a black wash in the eyes and relayer the greens + a white a dot later? is there a way to know when you're reaching too much paint on a model?

there is two other, smaller problems. the filigree on the dagger on the models back and the white space on the splinter rifle is worrisome. there is also one other tiny problem, there is a golden dot of paint or pigment on her arm shoulder. that will just have to stay. the blood splatters also remind me of pepperonis.

Rather than doing anything to darken the lenses, I would suggest brightening them instead. Doing most of the lens in a brighter green and just a touch of white slightly off center would sell the effect.

Also, you might want to add some shadow to the "cheeks" on the helmet so that detail doesn't get lost.

Trying to get back into this, and for this month's theme I will be painting this bad boy:



This is the new Warpsmith from Eldritch Omens, and I'm looking forward to having him as one of my lieutenants for when the next CSM book comes out.

Base coats are on.

Making progress:



The Veteran Guardian is so close to being done, it's not worth taking a WIP photo at this point. I'll just post the finished model.

#IStandWithCaptainBrown

I would totally #IStandWithCaptainBrown only this is such a golden opportunity to take the piss out of Space Marines.

My one legged rescue shelter marine is primed and ready for paint.

 theCrowe wrote:
I would totally #IStandWithCaptainBrown only this is such a golden opportunity to take the piss out of Space Marines.

My one legged rescue shelter marine is primed and ready for paint.

Did you give him the blessings of the Omnissiah with a mechanical replacement?

Seems like there's quite the controversy this month! Never thought I'd see Les Mis rewritten about an online painting competition, but that's a thing now, I guess! (and bravo too! I think I'd have stopped at one verse, but nope, the Eldar Protest Crowd mean business!)

In all seriousness, I do wonder if this means it's time to retire the annual Marine round? When I started this thing, I had no idea what interest there would be in it and I wanted the first round to be accessible to as many people as possible (not sure if this is still the case, but back then GW gave out push-fit Marine demo minis in stores for free), but at this point the whole Painting Challenge community is that much bigger and the entries more diverse each month, so for nexr year we might kick off with something different.

The hobby has seen an explosion off cool non-Warhammer stuff in recent years that just wasn't there when this started (or at least, not so easy to get hold of), and Marines are a little less ubiquitous too, so I think we'll call this one last hurrah and between now and next March, I'm sure we'll come up with something else to start the rotation off with!

 Paradigm wrote:
Seems like there's quite the controversy this month! Never thought I'd see Les Mis rewritten about an online painting competition, but that's a thing now, I guess! (and bravo too! I think I'd have stopped at one verse, but nope, the Eldar Protest Crowd mean business!)

In all seriousness, I do wonder if this means it's time to retire the annual Marine round? When I started this thing, I had no idea what interest there would be in it and I wanted the first round to be accessible to as many people as possible (not sure if this is still the case, but back then GW gave out push-fit Marine demo minis in stores for free), but at this point the whole Painting Challenge community is that much bigger and the entries more diverse each month, so for nexr year we might kick off with something different.

The hobby has seen an explosion off cool non-Warhammer stuff in recent years that just wasn't there when this started (or at least, not so easy to get hold of), and Marines are a little less ubiquitous too, so I think we'll call this one last hurrah and between now and next March, I'm sure we'll come up with something else to start the rotation off with!

Noooooo!!!
The tradition must continue! Those who defy it are filthy heretics and xenos-worshippers!

I will be sorry to see the annual Marine round discontinued, but my opinion shouldn't necessarily count for much since I think I've only actually finished something for it once or twice!

Obviously as a marine player, I’m a little biased, but I also like the fact that we start the cycle off with something known that I’ll never have to fish around for an entry for.

If people want to protest, I think that’s their right. Part of how I choose votes is how well entries stick the the theme. People who stray too far just won’t be in the running for my votes, regardless of how well painted. There has always been people stretching theme, I’ve pushed the bounds a few times myself. But if you go too far, there can be consequences at the end.

But as long as people are participating and having fun, I’m not going to tell anyone “no”

I've found the March space marine theme to be a bit too restrictive most years, despite my giant pile of unpainted space marines, so I'm happy for it to change to something else.

 SergentSilver wrote:

 theCrowe wrote:
I would totally #IStandWithCaptainBrown only this is such a golden opportunity to take the piss out of Space Marines.

My one legged rescue shelter marine is primed and ready for paint.

Did you give him the blessings of the Omnissiah with a mechanical replacement?

Oh did I? Just you wait and see!

 Paradigm wrote:
Seems like there's quite the controversy this month! Never thought I'd see Les Mis rewritten about an online painting competition, but that's a thing now, I guess! (and bravo too! I think I'd have stopped at one verse, but nope, the Eldar Protest Crowd mean business!)

In all seriousness, I do wonder if this means it's time to retire the annual Marine round? When I started this thing, I had no idea what interest there would be in it and I wanted the first round to be accessible to as many people as possible (not sure if this is still the case, but back then GW gave out push-fit Marine demo minis in stores for free), but at this point the whole Painting Challenge community is that much bigger and the entries more diverse each month, so for nexr year we might kick off with something different.

Para,

No, we are just having a little fun (those of us who cannot find any more Marine bits to destroy, or have failed to think of a funny way to tie our selection to the theme). It is a fair bit of work for you thinking up new topics each month. Besides, if you ended the March is Marine Month...well, how could we sing our catchy song about our revolution (or have someone paint a banner to carry forward)?
YouWaShock, where's the banner?
We even have a hash tag that is not trending...anywhere.

Cheers,

CB

Do you hear the miniaturists sing?
Singing the song of angry painters?
It is the music of the people
Who will not paint marines again!
When the beating of your heart
Echoes the beating of the drums
There is art about to start
When tomorrow comes!

I was in charge of the banner...?

Been working some on my entry. Slow going, as usual.

Captain Brown wrote:

 Paradigm wrote:
Seems like there's quite the controversy this month! Never thought I'd see Les Mis rewritten about an online painting competition, but that's a thing now, I guess! (and bravo too! I think I'd have stopped at one verse, but nope, the Eldar Protest Crowd mean business!)

In all seriousness, I do wonder if this means it's time to retire the annual Marine round? When I started this thing, I had no idea what interest there would be in it and I wanted the first round to be accessible to as many people as possible (not sure if this is still the case, but back then GW gave out push-fit Marine demo minis in stores for free), but at this point the whole Painting Challenge community is that much bigger and the entries more diverse each month, so for nexr year we might kick off with something different.

Para,

No, we are just having a little fun (those of us who cannot find any more Marine bits to destroy, or have failed to think of a funny way to tie our selection to the theme). It is a fair bit of work for you thinking up new topics each month. Besides, if you ended the March is Marine Month...well, how could we sing our catchy song about our revolution (or have someone paint a banner to carry forward)?
YouWaShock, where's the banner?
We even have a hash tag that is not trending...anywhere.

Cheers,

CB

Do you hear the miniaturists sing?
Singing the song of angry painters?
It is the music of the people
Who will not paint marines again!
When the beating of your heart
Echoes the beating of the drums
There is art about to start
When tomorrow comes!

Pariah Press wrote:I've found the March space marine theme to be a bit too restrictive most years, despite my giant pile of unpainted space marines, so I'm happy for it to change to something else.

Nevelon wrote:Obviously as a marine player, I’m a little biased, but I also like the fact that we start the cycle off with something known that I’ll never have to fish around for an entry for.

If people want to protest, I think that’s their right. Part of how I choose votes is how well entries stick the the theme. People who stray too far just won’t be in the running for my votes, regardless of how well painted. There has always been people stretching theme, I’ve pushed the bounds a few times myself. But if you go too far, there can be consequences at the end.

But as long as people are participating and having fun, I’m not going to tell anyone “no”

ZergSmasher wrote:

 Paradigm wrote:
Seems like there's quite the controversy this month! Never thought I'd see Les Mis rewritten about an online painting competition, but that's a thing now, I guess! (and bravo too! I think I'd have stopped at one verse, but nope, the Eldar Protest Crowd mean business!)

In all seriousness, I do wonder if this means it's time to retire the annual Marine round? When I started this thing, I had no idea what interest there would be in it and I wanted the first round to be accessible to as many people as possible (not sure if this is still the case, but back then GW gave out push-fit Marine demo minis in stores for free), but at this point the whole Painting Challenge community is that much bigger and the entries more diverse each month, so for nexr year we might kick off with something different.

The hobby has seen an explosion off cool non-Warhammer stuff in recent years that just wasn't there when this started (or at least, not so easy to get hold of), and Marines are a little less ubiquitous too, so I think we'll call this one last hurrah and between now and next March, I'm sure we'll come up with something else to start the rotation off with!

Noooooo!!!
The tradition must continue! Those who defy it are filthy heretics and xenos-worshippers!

I will be sorry to see the annual Marine round discontinued, but my opinion shouldn't necessarily count for much since I think I've only actually finished something for it once or twice!

Appreciate the feedback folks, and likewise I get that the 'protest' is all in good fun!

Obviously it's a long time until this will come up again, so I guess next February (assuming I remember) I'll bring it up again and let the community decide. Perhaps there'll be something we can come up with that keep at least some of the tradition alive but broadens it in such a way that people don't feel the need to stretch the theme further each year. I can see maybe putting Space Marines as a theme on the usual poll for instance, or expanding the title a bit to encompass something that means everyone who wants to paint Marines can, without excluding anyone else. From the beginning, the themes have always been aimed at inspiring and guiding creativity rather than discouraging people from entering, so we'll have to see where the community stands on this round next time it comes around!

 youwashock wrote:
I was in charge of the banner...?

Been working some on my entry. Slow going, as usual.

Spoiler:

Yes! Pink knees, elbows, cheeks, love when people paint in the color change into the skin! Looks good


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 Paradigm wrote:
Seems like there's quite the controversy this month! Never thought I'd see Les Mis rewritten about an online painting competition, but that's a thing now, I guess! (and bravo too! I think I'd have stopped at one verse, but nope, the Eldar Protest Crowd mean business!)

Spoiler:

In all seriousness, I do wonder if this means it's time to retire the annual Marine round? When I started this thing, I had no idea what interest there would be in it and I wanted the first round to be accessible to as many people as possible (not sure if this is still the case, but back then GW gave out push-fit Marine demo minis in stores for free), but at this point the whole Painting Challenge community is that much bigger and the entries more diverse each month, so for nexr year we might kick off with something different.

The hobby has seen an explosion off cool non-Warhammer stuff in recent years that just wasn't there when this started (or at least, not so easy to get hold of), and Marines are a little less ubiquitous too, so I think we'll call this one last hurrah and between now and next March, I'm sure we'll come up with something else to start the rotation off with!

As mentioned before, Tradition must go on! For honor! And for the Emperor!
Perhaps giving out heresy points for any show of brazen unruliness by misguided youngsters will set stray-sheep to the right path.
Accumulation of said points will eventually result in an extra challenge for the next round that will consist of or color palette restriction or increased minimum number of models entered.
"For the right chastisement shall lead to the right correction!" - Inquisitor Tanner Andeas Rook

Despite having piles and piles of them, I don't enjoy painting Space Marines. That said, "space marines" (note the lack of capitalization) is a broad enough category that I can find something in my vast backlog to fit the theme.

Also, these are probably the best photos I can take, so I'm calling the Martians done:


As always, there are more photos in my P&M blog if anyone wants to see what they look like from behind.

 JoshInJapan wrote:
Despite having piles and piles of them, I don't enjoy painting Space Marines. That said, "space marines" (note the lack of capitalization) is a broad enough category that I can find something in my vast backlog to fit the theme.

Also, these are probably the best photos I can take, so I'm calling the Martians done:

Spoiler:

As always, there are more photos in my P&M blog if anyone wants to see what they look like from behind.

Ak ak. AK ak AK!

Love the martins.

Maybe the Marine round should be moved to April (1st) so that the joke/protest entries make more sense.

 Boringstuff wrote:
Maybe the Marine round should be moved to April (1st) so that the joke/protest entries make more sense.

I actually really like this idea. I think it's funny to have the xenos entries on the space marine thread. It's not like we're handing out cash prizes here. It's about supporting each other and having a fun community. I say keep the marine month, but understand you'll get some protest entries. Why not make it April?

Could always have a poll for the “protest” category?

Was re-sorting boxes and found 2 more Mousling marines. Might as well finish em up and touch-up the other two. Added banner with the knightly order of the cheese.

Busy layering the bikers, need to add shade and metallic next.

Here is my finished entry:

Done