SickSix Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I am doing a DIY DA successor chapter and need some help. The main colors are black and yellow as shown in the first picture below. What I need help with is the trim color in the second picture. I used red on the tactical arrow and gun as the DA do, but I am not sure it really meshes. Feedback welcome, just remember the main colors aren't changing. http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2013/8/25/530901_sm-Dark%20Angels%2C%20Deathwing%2C%20Space%20Marines.jpg http://images.dakkadakka.com/gallery/2013/8/26/531291_sm-Dark%20Angels%2C%20Space%20Marines.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isiah Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Why not use black or white for the squad markings? Cheers I Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Master Belial Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Two ideas: 1 - white undercoat the red areas. They are not bright enough compared to the yellow. 2 - use a red with an orange hue like the Blood Angels armor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SickSix Posted August 27, 2013 Author Share Posted August 27, 2013 Thanks for the prompt responses. GMB I think I will try that on the next guy and see how that looks. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffJedi Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Might I suggest a little yellow on the helmet? I think the top ridge with the vent would look good yellow, the mohawk if it was a person's head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SickSix Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 Jeff, I thought about that as well. Might use that on special troops like devastators or something. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gillyfish Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I agree with the idea about the helmet colour. Obviously they are WIP, but the yellow almost seems a little too bright at present and it draws the eye away from the head (although once they're finished, that may not be the case). The red adds warmth but can also be a bit of a distraction if not handled well. It looks alright at present, but as GMB suggests it might actally help if it were a touch lighter. What colour are you planning to paint the chest eagle? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SickSix Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 Gillyfish: The yellow will be toned down through weathering and/or wash. I am thinking that Aquilla and DA icons will be done in a stone coloring which is actually on this model. The highlighting just sucks on this guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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