Saturday, September 22, 2012

Wet Palette

On Timelines there was some interest in Wet Palettes.  I use one, and it is a neat way to keep your color wet and ready to use.  It is basically a plastic box with a lid that snaps on.  Inside is a thin sponge and a piece of plain white paper.
The paper is like cooking parchment paper.  It does not fall apart when wet, or  shed fibers.  One thing I learned is you can keep the sponge pretty wet.  The wetter the better.  Once I am done with the colors or they dry just a bit, I toss the paper and put in a new one.  Wring out the sponge, soak up some new water and you're ready to go. 




Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Tankers Pic

Here is a pic I found showing the real deal.  I love the greasy dirty look....

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Almost There...

Final stages of painting with the British Tanker, a few touch ups and things to do.....



Saturday, September 15, 2012

Brit Tanker, Continued

Worked a little on the torso-  shadows and highlights.  Here is the progress so far-



Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Brit Tanker, More Work

Been busy with the brush, worked on the face some more, and started on the torso. 




Sunday, September 9, 2012

British Tanker, More work

A little more work on the face....  the shiny stuff is the medium I use to retard drying. 

Saturday, September 8, 2012

Brit Tanker









I received the Young Miniatures Brit Tanker yesterday- so I set about cleaning the casting and priming the bust up. Here is a little SBS on the face- The photos make this look rough. But as I work thru the shadows and highlights, it will all come together.

Officer, Royal Welch Fusiliers 1775

 tfb Miniatures kit,  1/9 scale