Bonzi Posted July 3, 2018 Author Share Posted July 3, 2018 Trying out a 'brighter' leadbelcher achieved by mixing Belcher with white airbrush paint, then overlaying with a very thinned down coat of pure leadbelcher. It certainly pops now but I haven't applied any liquid talent (Nulin oil) yet. I also started the orange coating on the frame of my Knight Errant and remaining warglaive. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5116597 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TURBULENCE Posted July 3, 2018 Share Posted July 3, 2018 Just a random idea I'm going to throw out there, but what about hitting the silver trim with a blue ink or wash? I'm my humble opinion it would make it look just that much better, plus provide beautiful contrast to the orange metallic Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5116981 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonzi Posted July 3, 2018 Author Share Posted July 3, 2018 Just a random idea I'm going to throw out there, but what about hitting the silver trim with a blue ink or wash? I'm my humble opinion it would make it look just that much better, plus provide beautiful contrast to the orange metallic I think that's got some real merit. I was worried the Nulin oil would drab the metal down too much but a blue wash could add a nice sheen while still adding in a needed shading effect. I'll try it out. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5117040 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trixie Posted July 4, 2018 Share Posted July 4, 2018 This crazy-ass armiger scheme is refreshingly original, fairplay to you sir. The more I look at it the more I enjoy it Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5117440 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonzi Posted September 4, 2018 Author Share Posted September 4, 2018 Well the Knight Errant is pretty far along...just started on the racing stripes. Thought I would drop some pics in this thread to show you guys where I'm at. Once the Errant is done I'll just have one more warglaive to complete and I'll have my hunting pack... assuming I don't add another knight that my friend wants to sell me. Let me know what you guys think. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5160236 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjorn Firewalker Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 He looks good. What does the green stripe represent? Is it rank insignia, an honor marking to ID the Knight as an "Ace," or...? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5160238 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtle Discord Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 What, you don't recognize a racing stripe when you see one? ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5160245 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vel'Cona Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 What, you don't recognize a racing stripe when you see one? Gonna make 'em go faster, no doubt! :lol: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5160452 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonzi Posted September 4, 2018 Author Share Posted September 4, 2018 He looks good. What does the green stripe represent? Is it rank insignia, an honor marking to ID the Knight as an "Ace," or...? The inspiration for the Armiger's and the Knight is American muscle cars. The kind where you pop the hood and the engine is all chrome and bright orange industrial paint. Thus the stripes signify nothing more than my desire to add racing stripes. This isn't a project with a lot of '40K fluff' behind the decisions, just me trying to break the traditional 'paint the structure leadbelcher' convention. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5160604 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonzi Posted September 6, 2018 Author Share Posted September 6, 2018 It's not done but it's as far as I want to go for now. I pushed it too far and had to spend a bunch of time undoing so I'm gonna take a break while I'm ahead. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5161801 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjorn Firewalker Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 Beautiful work. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5161806 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vash113 Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 Quite a unique and bold color scheme and it's been very well executed, excellent work! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5161832 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 Looks good, the colours work just as well on the larger kit. I still really like the orange :tu: Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5161942 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vel'Cona Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 It really is interesting swapping up for a primary colour on the skeleton instead of dull metal. Wonder how this would work with red or green? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5162026 Share on other sites More sharing options...
chapter master 454 Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 Careful with the carapace in my opinion. Really, you need something for the carapace colour to stand out as well and compliment the orange well. Not personally sold on the Neon Green for the stripes but do be careful with that, just in case you do want to denote barons and princeps stripes that you are using could be mistaken as such markings (barons have 2 stripes down the length the side of the centre while princeps have one stripe down the centre). Also take care with how you are applying you paint, some points look thin and could do with a second coat though that might just be me. Also suggest, if you are set on the carapace colour as is (which imo is a little bland) then chose a good trim colour to help pick it up and break the monotone of the carapace. The shading is nice (notable on the feet and arms) but maybe consider some edge highlighting to pick up the edges. Possible opt for a not so shiny orange that breaks the sheen the model has, as so edges don't just merge together and make the rather bold colour feel flat (which isn't the intention). Personally, not my taste in colour scheme but I respect it. Very bold, bright and in your face with a nice reversal of having the more pronounced colour being on the chassis instead of the armour. Just giving some ideas you may want to consider. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5162089 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sal of manders Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 i vote house raven or house terryn when you get down to list building, because that knight clearly wants to go fast. To be honest, the color scheme kinda reminds me of hive fleet behemoth. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5190557 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emicus Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 Lovely work! The 'dull panels' with the crisp metal trim really let's the green glow. Green and orange are also nice contrasting colors and putting it on the 'bare metal' really works! The panels also help break up the 'OMG it's orange, orange everywhere' you might otherwise get from such a huge chassis. Eyes need somewhere to rest in other to have somewhere to go. If there's bring screaming colors absolutely everywhere there aren't any contrast. I think what you've got there is marvelous :) Reckon he would like his base though... And a few more friends Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/348515-testbed-knight-color-scheme/page/2/#findComment-5190699 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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