14 May 2012

The Forsaken Lady


We had visitors this weekend so painting time has been limited. However, I couldn't let the beautiful weather go by without taking advantage and getting some models spray undercoated. Lylyth alt, Epic Lylyth, The Forsaken and a Warwitch Siren all got their undercoat sorted.


Yesterday afternoon I decided to press ahead with The Forsaken as it would be an 'easy win' – she is a human sized version of the warbeasts I've been painting for the Legion of Everblight, so the paint scheme was the same – straightforward and in this case quite quick to complete.


Not one of my better paint jobs (or indeed one of my favourite models) but it's ticked a box. Looking at the photos, the last couple of washes to the scales has dulled the highlights so I should go back in with a final off-white to the edges. I may also do the same with the skin, to the front of the model at least. In the photos there's a little too much blue and not enough purple.

Having said that I am quite pleased with the final result – especially the snow on the base.

8 comments:

  1. Ditto what Mr Angry said - great contrast between skin and clothing make for a really striking model.

    The base really looks good too - the way the snow lies around the skulls makes everything look freezing cold.

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    1. I'm tempted to add a bit of purple to the skin or her winged(?) arm to add a bit more contrasting warmth to the model – now I've had time to look at it the lack of variation is bugging me.

      The snow is amazing stuff. I covered the base in my snow mixture but as the PVA dried it was like the snow was melting and the result was much better.

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  2. They really are hugely creative sculpts and what a job you have done on this one! I love the way you use the ink washes.

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    1. I normally water down the washes more, but as I had limited time I went straight out of the bottle virtually. It's looking a little heavy-handed on the front for my tastes but I can live with it :)

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  3. Looks pretty damn good to me and the base just finishes it off nicely!

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  4. Amazing stuff - I hate you ;)

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