GhostMalone Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Hurry up brother :P Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3599461 Share on other sites More sharing options...
geektom Posted May 27, 2014 Author Share Posted May 27, 2014 Hey, everyone! In case you noticed I had been away for a while, I am back! Several RL critical issues interceded, but it looks like I will be able to dust off the Storm Brothers and get painting again! I hope to pick up the bikes and jet bike where I left off, as well as start a unit of assault marines. So... There are new rules now? See what happens when you miss a few months- sheesh! JeffTibbetts 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697071 Share on other sites More sharing options...
geektom Posted May 27, 2014 Author Share Posted May 27, 2014 Just for "proof of life", here is a WIP shot of my first 5 Assault marines, +2 Veterans because I like painting fancy bits. http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/geektom/imagejpg1_zps4e6f6f5d.jpg GhostMalone 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697085 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted May 27, 2014 Share Posted May 27, 2014 (edited) Good to have you back my brother Edited May 27, 2014 by Jaspcat geektom 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697113 Share on other sites More sharing options...
geektom Posted May 27, 2014 Author Share Posted May 27, 2014 Good to have you back my brother Painting 7 models, just for you Jasp! :-P Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697131 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostMalone Posted May 27, 2014 Share Posted May 27, 2014 Damn straight you are! It's good to see that your still producing great quality work as always geektom 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697173 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olis Posted May 27, 2014 Share Posted May 27, 2014 It is indeed good to have you back. Any plans beyond your fast attack units? geektom 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697263 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barabbas Sogalon Posted May 27, 2014 Share Posted May 27, 2014 Good to have you back brother! I'm looking forward to see that awsome jetbike in colours. geektom 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697273 Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathspectersgt7 Posted May 27, 2014 Share Posted May 27, 2014 The Assualt squad looks nice. geektom 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697539 Share on other sites More sharing options...
geektom Posted May 27, 2014 Author Share Posted May 27, 2014 Thanks, everyone! Feels great to back in the saddle (so to speak) After I finish the assault marines (which have been really fun to paint) I want to finish the 5 man bike squad I started and the general on the jet bike. I am also behind in completing my rhinos 100%. Next will be land speeders, a land raider for my termies, and I have an idea for a dreadnought on treads that I need to selects bits for... I know the general WS fluff does not encourage dreads, but they are such great models and I would have to believe they have at least a few mighty warriors that would make the sacrifice... And if I can make them "faster" looking on treads, I am thinking it will fit nicely with my theme. Any thoughts? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697764 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffTibbetts Posted May 27, 2014 Share Posted May 27, 2014 A tread-dread? Do it. You just made more than enough justification to make it a worthwhile project. :D I was wondering where the heck you were, dude! Glad to see you back. geektom 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697773 Share on other sites More sharing options...
geektom Posted May 27, 2014 Author Share Posted May 27, 2014 Thanks, Jeff- what is your new user pic? Are you still doing your Eagle Eyes? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3697847 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffTibbetts Posted May 27, 2014 Share Posted May 27, 2014 Thanks, Jeff- what is your new user pic? Are you still doing your Eagle Eyes? Oh yeah! I started a blog, which I'm calling Tibbs Forge. That's the logo I made up for it. Not all that much on it yet. You can find it at TibbsForge.com if you're so inclined. I've been working on very little lately, but work on the Knight is picking up again. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3698010 Share on other sites More sharing options...
daemonclaw Posted May 27, 2014 Share Posted May 27, 2014 good looking boys you got there ,still loving how good those colours look Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3698158 Share on other sites More sharing options...
geektom Posted May 29, 2014 Author Share Posted May 29, 2014 Hey all, anyone have any tips on painting lettering? My brush skills are decent enough, but when it comes to the point of writing things (shoulder pads, ribbons, etc.) it all falls apart and looks significantly worse than the rest of the mini. Any tips and tricks would be greatly appreciated. At this point I am thinking I will just leave them blank, as I think it looks better than having the sloppy writing on it. http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/geektom/imagejpg1_zps5aa68224.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3700632 Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathspectersgt7 Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 Micro-pen or a technical pen. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3700635 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freakiq Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 Look up a "ye olde" type font and try copying it with a fine detail brush. Making it look old and capturing the general shape of the letters is more important than it being readable. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3700659 Share on other sites More sharing options...
geektom Posted May 29, 2014 Author Share Posted May 29, 2014 Micro-pen or a technical pen. I was thinking about that- is that what you use? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3700696 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warsmith Aznable Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 (edited) I've had success with Sakura Pigma Micron pens. And by success, I mean the ink goes onto the acrylic paint well, doesn't smudge around, and doesn't do funky stuff when clear coat goes over it. You can pick them up one off at pretty much any art supply store, and they come in a variety of point sizes that go pretty fine, if that's your inclination. EDIT: spelling, clarity Edited May 29, 2014 by -Max- Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3700877 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffTibbetts Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 (edited) This is a tough one. Having the right brushes is part of it, but also the way you hold the brush. Do yourself a favor and look up vides of two types of people that do it the right way. Sign lettering and hotrod pin striping. You have to hold the brush very differently, at a MUCH more acute angle. Closer to parallel with the flat surface you're painting, so the brush sort of drags through the line you're creating. It's a real pain in the butt at our scale, especially on curves. If you really want to get those clean lines (and knowing you, I think you might) I'd print clear decals with the curve of the scroll built in and just stick those on. Use a dark brown or gray. It will look super crisp. If you're a freehand purist, though, nothing beats practice. I know that's probably not what you want to hear... EDIT: you know... We could use some close-ups but I think the "strike" looks pretty decent on that shield... Maybe you should just give yourself a freaking break. :D Edited May 29, 2014 by JeffTibbetts Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3700961 Share on other sites More sharing options...
geektom Posted May 31, 2014 Author Share Posted May 31, 2014 Hey all, tried to get 100% finished last night but just couldn't do it. Will finish today and take some better pictures- in the meantime, here is where I left off last night: http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/geektom/imagejpg1_zps734cd6ad.jpg GhostMalone, JeffTibbetts, chaplainmikey and 1 other 4 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3702865 Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaplainmikey Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Those are gorgeous geektom, nice work! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3702867 Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathspectersgt7 Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Great Stuff.Yes on the pen and also a brush. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3702935 Share on other sites More sharing options...
geektom Posted June 1, 2014 Author Share Posted June 1, 2014 Finally! As done as they are going to be-- pretty happy overall, though you know how it is once you take those close up pictures... Assault Marines are fun the paint and the Vanguard Vet models are excellent-- looking forward to painting the rest of a full squad. Still can't quite figure out the photography-- they seem too dark, or over exposed-- can't find the right balance. suggestions/comments welcome as always! http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/geektom/AssaultGroup_zps5897f2a3.jpg http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/geektom/Sgt1_zpsa6db85f4.jpg http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/geektom/Veterans1_zps0def8506.jpg http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/geektom/Veterans2_zps2e57827d.jpg disease, JeffTibbetts, Barabbas Sogalon and 1 other 4 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3703390 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly_bear Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Looking really nice fella. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/281932-new-army-blog-storm-brothers-primaris-chappy-wip-on-p33/page/16/#findComment-3703423 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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