keeblerartillery Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Thanks Maru! I'm telling you an airbrush REALLY helps. Hand painting white is tough...I've messed up more than my fair share. Getting it to the correct consistency is damn near impossible; it either is too thin and runs or is too thick and glops everywhere Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4072932 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolemai Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Time remaining until the ETL IV closes: http://gifcountdown.com/atlantic-reykjavik/1438441200/ff0000/0f0f0f/aaaaaa/fdfdfd/faedad/true/europe-stockholm/counter.gif Folks, it seems like an age, but now is not the time to be complacent. Everyone needs to dig deep and to start churning out the vows. It's all about the completions and keeping things ticking over now. Remember, your entry is only complete when you feel it is. If you're waiting to do bases at a later date, then don't fret over doing them for the ETL. If you gaming group only requires three base colours for your entry to become playable, then only go that far if you're comfortable with it. Just don't overdo it and keep up the amazing work :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4072972 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boudan Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 I realize I am new to the forum and ETL, but don't the rules of the contest state we are to paint to the best of our ability? People at my local have so little regard for painting that I could call them complete now... Half basecoated. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4072980 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boudan Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Keebler, I really like your work. Please post more if you are willing. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4072984 Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeblerartillery Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Keebler, I really like your work. Please post more if you are willing. Thanks! I have a little WIP blog on this forum. Carmine Blades. Feel free to check it out! I post everything there. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4072989 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just4uCupCake Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 I realize I am new to the forum and ETL, but don't the rules of the contest state we are to paint to the best of our ability? People at my local have so little regard for painting that I could call them complete now... Half basecoated. Right? like everyone looks like they play the same army....sprue plastic Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4072995 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolemai Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 I realize I am new to the forum and ETL, but don't the rules of the contest state we are to paint to the best of our ability? People at my local have so little regard for painting that I could call them complete now... Half basecoated. Rules? No. However, from the Spirit of the ETL section: An important thing to remember is that this is an opportunity to develop your skills, asking and giving advice and generally improve your painting regardless of your skill level. What I mean is DO NOT COMPROMISE your skill – it’s better to do a smaller vow painted to the best of your ability than double the points with a sub-par job (according always to your own personal standards of which you are the only judge). A good example of that is basing. The fact that doing bases is not compulsory in the ETL is for the benefit of those who do not yet posses the skill of doing proper basing and I don’t want them to feel excluded – not in any way! If however you do posses the skill and you will not consider the model complete unless you base it then it is expected that you do base it. I want people to look at their minis and proudly say: “look, I did this during the ETL” instead of “look what that stupid ETL made me do”…. We encourage quality over quantity if it comes down to that choice. You can hopefully see what I'm getting at. If your local is that bad unmotivated, then paint your army with pride and know you've already won a victory when you use them! Hopefully, this will rub off on others :) With my other points and to use myself as an example, my models only need to have three colours and be based in order for them to be useable for my group's annual Apocalypse. However, I will be shading them and doing the detail, but I will fall short on doing the highlights and varnishing. The reason for this is because my time is so limited (I'll be surprised if I can manage a third vow), that I'm trying to optimise my time as best I can. I would never ask anyone to cheat, but I am suggesting methods to stop people becoming stressed and to optimise their time so that their points are not turned into penalty points at the end of the event should they not complete their vows. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4072997 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolemai Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Current BA breakdown of what we are vowing. It's being updated on a fairly regular basis, so feel free to check it out from time to time. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073104 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Semper Posted June 5, 2015 Author Share Posted June 5, 2015 Do the best you can. If you would not consider the model finished to your usual standards, don't say it's complete. The Custos Fidei is only worth it if you're proud of your results. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073110 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gondow Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 That wasn't a very nice comment Captain! ;)I have a total of two, maybe three models that I can say I'm proud of.I do have a bunch that I'm not ashamed over... It's all a matter of observations. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073247 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Semper Posted June 5, 2015 Author Share Posted June 5, 2015 What I'm saying is, do not consciously compromise your painting. Remember, your minis will stay with you long after the ETL is over. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073250 Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeblerartillery Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Alright, my first vow is almost complete! Just finished the tactical squad. Just a sicaran and fire raptor to go! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073282 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just4uCupCake Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 the most beautiful thing in my opinion are the eyes you did i love them. also how did you do the bases? I would love to steal the technique Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073296 Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeblerartillery Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Thanks cupcake (heh)! The bases are really really easy. You just need some cork board ($5 at hobby lobby for a roll). I tear mine into two shapes, glue and stack. Then I base coat in red-brown, give a targeted wash of agrax earthshade on the edges and the very center, brush some dark earth pigment (secret weapon minis) on, then some violet pigment in the center where I want the shadow to be, glue the marines, then brush some pigment on the boots. Took all of 30-40 minutes for the whole bunch. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073310 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mandaloriano Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 i love that white helmets. Awesome work Kleeber!!!!!!! I want to see the sicarian and the raptor fully painted!!!!! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073444 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LutherMax Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Very sharp keebler, love that heavy flamer! I too look forward to seeing the vehicles... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073486 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Semper Posted June 6, 2015 Author Share Posted June 6, 2015 Great work keebleartillery! This dark red, what is it? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073722 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHelion Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Those are gorgeous! Definitely models to be proud of. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4073815 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leviathus Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 First half of my vow, done! http://i.imgur.com/8g696d5.jpg Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4074043 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrotherJim Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Man that's a nice looking assault squad leviathus! Well done. I will be finishing up my first vow tomorrow :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4074060 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leviathus Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Thanks BrotherJim! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4074068 Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeblerartillery Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Ironically the red is a recipe I got from LutherMax just tweaked a little bit. Base coat black, zenithal prime German red brown and then dark yellow. Then Vallejo fire red Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4074094 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threefiddy Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 First half of my vow, done! http://i.imgur.com/8g696d5.jpg Wish I could paint like this!! Really impressive matey, as is the stuff everyone is posting in the thread. Will have to get motivated and put up a 2nd vow. Peace Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4074130 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threefiddy Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Hey guys, apologies for the delay in cracking out a 2nd vow, (the usual warp related disturbances). Whilst not preparing the second vow I still managed some hobby and finished off these boys below, if only they weren't too far along to vow at the beginning (click the button - if it works :S) After seeing all the awesome painted models figured I best get moving and put out the next vow, see below. Hidden Content http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk195/Threef1ddy/TermieRipperShields_zpsoqsmbdvm.jpghttp://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk195/Threef1ddy/SpaceHulk%20Resized_zpspd2tsygd.jpg I Threefiddy rise to the challenge of E TENEBRAE LUX and vow to complete; 1 Space Marine Captain on a bike with Powerfist and Storm Shield. 1 Sanguinary Priest on a bike 6 Space Marines on bikes 2x Grav and 1x Grav Pistol 1 MK2 Baal Predator with Assault cannon and Heavy Flamers sponsons.(Really wish I could find the Heavy Bolter ones) from Codex Blood Angels of total value 546 points on or before August 1st, 2015. Success will bring eternal glory to the Blood Angels and all their Scions and failure will doom me to bear the Badge of the Oathbreaker until the year-end. Pics Below Hidden Content Captainhttp://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk195/Threef1ddy/Space%20CapnBike2_zpsjwp6lic6.jpghttp://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk195/Threef1ddy/Space%20CapnBike_zpsmk5gens7.jpgHe may not keep that shield yet might make him a ripper one up, as long as it isnt too ridiculous on a bike ;PSang Priesthttp://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk195/Threef1ddy/PriestnBike_zpslwtj4k2s.jpgSpace MAUREEEENS on bikeshttp://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk195/Threef1ddy/BikeSquad2_zps7vciaasr.jpghttp://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk195/Threef1ddy/BikeSquad1_zpsxvcpjcbh.jpgBaal Predatorhttp://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk195/Threef1ddy/mk2BaalPred_zpstctjdide.jpghttp://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk195/Threef1ddy/mk2BaalPred2_zpszzgk9gou.jpg Anyway cheers for looking. Peace. Sorry for the additional post but if anyone has recommendations for further gear on the priest on bike or Cap on bike I could amend the post and model it on to the miniature and squeeze a few more points in. Preferably something useful too tho ;P Peace Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4074171 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leviathus Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Hey man, your Angels look cool! :tu: keep up the good work! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/306913-e-tenebrae-lux-iv-blood-angels-strategium/page/20/#findComment-4074180 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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