Barret Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 For the snow, if you're having trouble I highly recommend the GW Snow powder over a quick coat of Skull White. It's basically exactly what you've done, but with the snow powder instead of baking soda and some water (roughly 1:1:1 with the three parts). Works like a dream, and you can mix up a giant batch and, as long as you keep it in a relatively sealed container, seems to last quite a while. Some of my snow bases. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1602832 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Race Bannon Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Wow! Great work on the markings .. n all of it so far! :P Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1602856 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolven Posted June 18, 2008 Author Share Posted June 18, 2008 Great success!!! The teacher was unable to upload some of the power points and final review material for my final. This final was the source of much of my stress these past few days and the reason for the slowdown in the painting of the Eagles. I'm sitting in class right now listening to my professor explain how he is giving us the test to take home and email to him by Friday. He is also extending the paper that was due tonight to Friday as well. Rejoice with me brothers, a victory for the Emperor!!! (Ironically the test is on Roman Art and Architecture, focusing on the Emperors!) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1602904 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolven Posted June 18, 2008 Author Share Posted June 18, 2008 Alright time to vote on bases. I took your advice Barret and played around with your technique. The top left base is space wolf grey basecoat with the snow on top. Top right is white basecoat. bottom is just the dirt with heavy white wetbrush. I won't say which one I like the most but I want your votes http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q291/beckatusc/DSCF7194.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1603442 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiplash Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 well the white looks the most like snow, the SW grey looks like ash or moonscape tbh, although i think it would look even better if it was white with a bit of SW grey in places, maybe even a hint if fortress grey you could paint the bases in a camo scheme using mainly white then snow flock over the top that would reflect the camo ou give your models (if you give them any) the drybrushed sand is a big no no :tu: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1603483 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Pugno Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 i am loving your work nice one i also love the link to the Forces of today, in fact i may just steal that idea :tu: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1603494 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolven Posted June 18, 2008 Author Share Posted June 18, 2008 well the white looks the most like snow, the SW grey looks like ash or moonscape tbh, although i think it would look even better if it was white with a bit of SW grey in places, maybe even a hint if fortress greyyou could paint the bases in a camo scheme using mainly white then snow flock over the top that would reflect the camo ou give your models (if you give them any) the drybrushed sand is a big no no ;) No on the sand eh? Well I think I may just stick with the white basecoat one. I am not giving my marines any camo scheme so they will actually contrast with the base. Ahhh I dunno. I may drop the whole snow idea and go for mud/grass. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1603531 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryJohnny Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 No on the sand eh? Well I think I may just stick with the white basecoat one. I am not giving my marines any camo scheme so they will actually contrast with the base. Ahhh I dunno. I may drop the whole snow idea and go for mud/grass. I think the dry-brushed base looks the best. To me if you went with the entire base being snow it may be a little too much white & take away from the incredible white details you've given the Marines. I like the idea of having melting snow with mud underneath & think it would look great with the miniatures. My vote: Go for the dry-brushed snow! I love how your sergeant came out by the way. He looks great! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1603579 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barret Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 I'd say go for a mix of snow and sand/grass. Your white basecoat snow looks the best, but if it's patchy, with the ground beneath visible in patches, it gives more contrast. Otherwise it's not totally clear that it's snow, I find. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1603598 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolven Posted June 18, 2008 Author Share Posted June 18, 2008 Since I know you guys are probably sick of my updates about my sergeant, I thought I would add some more. Well that and I have been so fried from studying that I wanted to goof off more before buckling down to finish the squad. http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q291/beckatusc/IMG_0260.jpg Shoulder Emblem 1 http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q291/beckatusc/IMG_0259.jpg Shoulder Emblem 2 http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q291/beckatusc/IMG_0257.jpg Front shot. Check out the damage on the PF Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1603814 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryJohnny Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Looks good! I really like the damage to the Power Fist - it's very subtle, I almost didn't even notice it. FYI - I was just down at the hobby shop today & saw some 1:35 scale WWII infantry accessories, there were the helmets like you were asking about in there & it looks like it would be a perfect fit. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1603825 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolven Posted June 24, 2008 Author Share Posted June 24, 2008 Alright, about to sit down to a new painting session and I thought I would give you guys an update on the bases. Here is what I have come up with that I like. Let me know what you think. http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q291/beckatusc/IMG_0099.jpg http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q291/beckatusc/IMG_0100.jpg Also imagine that the sides are solid white, not all splotchy. I just wanted to get the idea for the sides. I'm now starting on the arms/guns. I also bought a scout squad with snipes. I already had 2 sitting around (don't know what from, I never played them at all) so I have 7 already. I personally love sniper scouts so I may be adding in some more to fill it out to 10 scouts. Anyway I'm doing a strategy where I don't move on to a new unit until I have finished the one I am on. Keeps me motivated and focused. So once this tac squad is done you will get scout updates. ++Edit: posted two almost identical shots, gave you a back shot for variety++ Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1609124 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall Costello Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 I like the base quite a bit, actually. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1609142 Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry_hhh Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 great base ,, only one thing to say , what about texturing the white snow a bit more ? it seems to flat to me . otherwise everything is looking awesome Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1609286 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolven Posted June 25, 2008 Author Share Posted June 25, 2008 great base ,, only one thing to say , what about texturing the white snow a bit more ? it seems to flat to me .otherwise everything is looking awesome It does look really flat in the picture. I promise it isn't that bad in person. Has a nice grainy look of new snow with the deeper blue below to give depth. I also push their feet into the wet snow to give the impression that they are pushing through the snow. @Costello: thanks! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1609379 Share on other sites More sharing options...
the jimster Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 the bases look really great i would showyou some of mine but for some reason it isnt letting me upload my pics lol oh well keep up the great work jim Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1609423 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiplash Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 brilliant bases although maybe next time make the snow deeper, add another layer i think it would look better Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1609831 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolven Posted June 25, 2008 Author Share Posted June 25, 2008 brilliant bases although maybe next time make the snow deeper, add another layer i think it would look better Great idea, trying it this time around. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1609884 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZsaZsaRasputin Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 If you make a display base, or a character modle with a larger base, you could even add tracks through the "snow" :sweat: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1610036 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riklanim Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q291/beckatusc/IMG_0100.jpg Also imagine that the sides are solid white, not all splotchy. I just wanted to get the idea for the sides. The new base looks good although I'm not sure you need to paint the sides white. Just my 2 cents, but I'd make those black or brown to contrast with the actual base material. If you're still looking for opinions on those WWII era helmets, I say leave them off... save them for your IG army. Love what you've got going so far, keep up the good work. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1610140 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShinyRhino Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 I'd second the idea of painting the sides of the base black. It'll make for a clearly defined line of what's "model" and what's "framing." Otherwise, on the tabletop, it'll look like all your troops are standing on little white hills. Spectacular work on these guys. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1610692 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluffy bunny Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 looks very nice. I have a WWII themed SM army as well. Here are the pics, though you can't see the markings. I used, and might suggest you look into it yourself, the US tank decals from flames of war for my shoulder pad (chapter insignia) http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b35/wanax/100_0356.jpg http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b35/wanax/100_0358.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1610994 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolven Posted June 27, 2008 Author Share Posted June 27, 2008 Dude awesome army. Can't see much detail but I'm impressed. Do you have more up close pics? Update: Finished most of the rest of the squad. Just need final highlights, metals and skulls painted. Bases are coming along nicely and will get their last bit of static grass tomorrow night most likely. Still up in the air about the sides. I think I may go with dark brown to tie it into the dirt/mud look. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1611650 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolven Posted June 30, 2008 Author Share Posted June 30, 2008 Well here they are in all of their almost finished glory! The first squad is done except for a few touch ups. I need to go get some more paint for the plasma gun and the sergeant will have a storm bolter. I'll try to get better pictures for you guys tomorrow. http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q291/beckatusc/IMG_0103.jpg http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q291/beckatusc/IMG_0102.jpg http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q291/beckatusc/IMG_0104.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1614036 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionofjudah Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 dood, very nice work man!! great 1st squad there!! cant wait to see more. if you do vehicles i put in a request fro RT era round the top tracks on everything Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/137915-screaming-eagles-wip/page/4/#findComment-1614057 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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