Love it! As an ex-tankie I love anything armour related and the figures really set the scene. I can only imagine what your going to make as a diorama for this!
Damn good painting of the figures and considering that they are not resin figures. Gecko Models already has some really good plastic figures in its range
I was a little disspointed with the quality on these, for a modern tool they seemed a little soft, but it can be sorted with some scraping and careful painting.
Those figures look really good. At the moment I am doing some modern UK tank crew and I am finding the four colour camo uniform a real pain to paint and get to look right.
When I do a figure, I end up doing a LOT of blending as it helps get the opacity correct. i also find that as I get older, I don't like messing with 1/32 or 1/35 figures, I prefer to work with the 1/16 subjects now. Over the past year, I have adopted most of the Night Shift channel method of figure painting, it just works well for me. Black primer, then followed by a coat of white, then creating a filter for your base color, applying multiple layers, then work with the highlights and shadows, blend, blend, blend.
I used to do the zenithal highlight method, but as time went on I found it more organic to mix the shades than rely on black and white. Sometimes lightening or darkening a colour benefits from a colour shift that doesn't happen that way. That being said, there are Enough methods for everyone to use and experiment with.
Hi James. That was a thoroughly enjoyable video that has actually inspired me to stop being a wuss and get on with minifigs! Ace tuition and a relaxing, engaging production! Thankyou! Kudos!
Fantastic video/tutorial James. Just what I needed as I’m about to paint some figures. Shame that even with this video to guide me my figures will probably end up looking crap! 😢😂😂
Another great tutorial. The one thing that never seems to be correct to me (at least in 1/35 scale) is the depiction of fingers, they are either modelled as "welded together" or with a much too pronounced shadow line. Looking at how hands behave, I've yet to see any modelling company give a really good representation of how the most mobile part of the human anatomy behaves...a shame since you can now get super accurate machine guns, periscope sights, ammo rounds etc.
Im going to keep this open next time im painting figures! Thanks James
Thanks Vincent !
Brilliant and a masterclass. Lots for us mere mortals to learn from and try so thanks for sharing.
Thanks David !
those 2 figures are the best on the set. good job
100% agree ! Thankyou
One of the best tutorials I have watched, thank you for your time to make it.
Oh wow thank you so much
Your figure painting has come a long way, Sir.
Many thanks !
I like your format having the color (colour) dots on the screen while painting. I going try this tonight.
Another well created video of lots of information and very in depth! 😊
Thanks Soph !
Using this as my standard to aim for.👍
Love it! As an ex-tankie I love anything armour related and the figures really set the scene. I can only imagine what your going to make as a diorama for this!
Thanks a lot Andy !
Yyeesssss an other great moment is coming !!!!!
Let's hope 🙏
Very clear tutorial. Another great video from you. Thanks!
Glad to be of service
Great job! I'm going to have to give your method a try.
Thanks Jacob, let me know how you get on !
Damn good painting of the figures and considering that they are not resin figures. Gecko Models already has some really good plastic figures in its range
I was a little disspointed with the quality on these, for a modern tool they seemed a little soft, but it can be sorted with some scraping and careful painting.
Think you have cracked it with this one James, just come at the right time for me too. Nice one mate, well done👍
Thanks mate !
Those figures look really good. At the moment I am doing some modern UK tank crew and I am finding the four colour camo uniform a real pain to paint and get to look right.
Camo is something I have yet to tackle. It's a bit daunting. Something for the future maybe
That was a truly excellent tutorial, many thanks for sharing your great talent, best regards from a Kiwi living in Australia
Thanks Les !
Thanks for sharing, keep up the great work mate! 👍🇦🇺👍
You're welcome !
When I do a figure, I end up doing a LOT of blending as it helps get the opacity correct. i also find that as I get older, I don't like messing with 1/32 or 1/35 figures, I prefer to work with the 1/16 subjects now. Over the past year, I have adopted most of the Night Shift channel method of figure painting, it just works well for me. Black primer, then followed by a coat of white, then creating a filter for your base color, applying multiple layers, then work with the highlights and shadows, blend, blend, blend.
I used to do the zenithal highlight method, but as time went on I found it more organic to mix the shades than rely on black and white. Sometimes lightening or darkening a colour benefits from a colour shift that doesn't happen that way. That being said, there are Enough methods for everyone to use and experiment with.
Hi James. That was a thoroughly enjoyable video that has actually inspired me to stop being a wuss and get on with minifigs! Ace tuition and a relaxing, engaging production! Thankyou! Kudos!
I'm glad you liked it ! The key thing to remember is that practice makes perfect!
Excellent video tutorial. Thanks for showing
Much appreciated :)
Imagine being one of the models scanned for these figures. "Hey, that's me!"
Oh wow that's pretty awesome. !
Fantastic painting!
Thanks maaate 🍺
Great tutorial cheers!!
Great tutorial James!
Chris thankyou for the support ! Glad you liked it
Very informative video - thanks!
Thankyou for watching
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Fantastic video/tutorial James. Just what I needed as I’m about to paint some figures. Shame that even with this video to guide me my figures will probably end up looking crap! 😢😂😂
Best of luck ! Remember Rome wasn't built in a day take your time :D
Thanks, that is a great video, I have never painted figures but will do so shortly and any advise is greatly appreciated.
Just take your time and lots of practice helps .
❤super cool !
Great video! Can you tell us what the drying time is between coats when painting the face highlights?
Thanks ! Usually about 10 minutes, or less if they are visibly dry
Fabulous work and wonderful video. Thanks for sharing your immense skills. How long do you leave between coats?
Thanks for watching ! Usually until its touch dry. I will start a figure and finish it in 1 session sometimes
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Thankyou for watching !
Nice background music too 👍🇦🇺👍
Another great tutorial.
The one thing that never seems to be correct to me (at least in 1/35 scale) is the depiction of fingers, they are either modelled as "welded together" or with a much too pronounced shadow line. Looking at how hands behave, I've yet to see any modelling company give a really good representation of how the most mobile part of the human anatomy behaves...a shame since you can now get super accurate machine guns, periscope sights, ammo rounds etc.
That's a good point Chris, some of the 3d figures I have seen are better in this regard.