jabbawox Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Hey guys, a while ago a was playing around on the marine painter and came up witha custom paint job, which looked like this: So when i got my next set of models, i decided to make a prototype of it. Having never painted red or white before as i mainly paint Ultras, i had no idea how to basecoat it and using black didn't work the best but here is the outcome. http://imageshack.us/a/img41/5756/darkmaraudersprototype.jpg Anyways, what do you guys think of it and what could i do to make it look better for furure models? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olis Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 It looks nice, as a colour scheme, but that has got to be quite fiddly to paint on. I'd suggest simplifying the scheme a little to make the painting easier on yourself. <_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabbawox Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 YeahSome parts were a little tricky to reach but hey, who doesn't like a bit of a challenge? <_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olis Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Fair enough, go for it. <_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aqui Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 I like it! <_< Â I was told once that basecoating in grey can help with painting white. Not sure if that's true or not. Perhaps grey basecoat, thin layers of white over the top and then paint in the red bits after? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabbawox Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 Thanks for that tip Aquilanus, next time i get a set of marines i think ill have to try that, see if it turns out any better <_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sockwithaticket Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Ceramite White basecoat + 3 or 4 thin coats of Vallejo Model Colour White gets you a very good white. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabbawox Posted November 18, 2012 Author Share Posted November 18, 2012 Taking both tips and with a bit experimentation as i dont use any brand paints, i am going to start on my next proto model. when i have it started i will post some pics :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabbawox Posted November 18, 2012 Author Share Posted November 18, 2012 I found an old Marine which needed a repainting, so i ahve basecoated him light grey as it was a combination of the two tips i was given and will be planning on main colouring(?) him soon  Yeah, he's an oldie :)  http://imageshack.us/a/img10/66/dscf9360i.jpg  http://imageshack.us/a/img835/2781/dscf9359f.jpg  i do realise that i missed some spots Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olis Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Good gravy, a missile launcher with a chain-bayonet! That's my kind of crazy! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Studio Silvernale Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 I rather like the white/red scheme. I does make me think of Rachet from Transformers Prime tho.. =D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabbawox Posted November 19, 2012 Author Share Posted November 19, 2012 I rather like the white/red scheme. I does make me think of Rachet from Transformers Prime tho.. =D  Yeah the colours do look a bit like him :D  Anyways, i ahve got the white about done now but there is a bit i could use some suggestions for, but i'll get to that later  http://imageshack.us/a/img571/264/dscf9363x.jpg  http://imageshack.us/a/img35/1883/dscf9366t.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabbawox Posted November 19, 2012 Author Share Posted November 19, 2012 SO first part for suggestions, i can easily create the paint for bolters but a missile launcher, i'm not to sure. here's a side on view of it so if you wish, you can see it better for ideas  http://imageshack.us/a/img593/1975/dscf9364a.jpg     note. the pictures were playing up so had to make two posts :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kronus Stormbringer Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Hmm im not the best painter in the world by far and im always looking at ways to make things easier for myself, if your looking to continue with this scheme id suggest you basecoat your models using skullwhite spray from GW or another suitable base spray, that way you only have to shade the white, then you can paint on the reds with several thin coats before shading and high lighting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabbawox Posted November 19, 2012 Author Share Posted November 19, 2012 that is a good point, Kronus, but the way in which i paint marines using a slightly darker undercoat makes it easier as i leave small gaps in the painting process to show the darker undercoat giving an effect of shadow. it's more prominent when i use black undercolour, but i'll be sure to use this idea on future models and see what the turnout will be :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabbawox Posted November 19, 2012 Author Share Posted November 19, 2012 that is a good point, Kronus, but the way in which i paint marines using a slightly darker undercoat makes it easier as i leave small gaps in the painting process to show the darker undercoat giving an effect of shadow. it's more prominent when i use black undercolour, but i'll be sure to use this idea on future models and see what the turnout will be :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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