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This is all but finished now, still spurs to add to the boots and some fine detailing to the metals parts of the scabbard. The base will receive more detail and a slight dusting with pastels as a final touch. Thanks Steve Walks

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Yes I think you are right Richard, it was made up of Historex parts but not actualy produced in that form by Historex. Ray Lamb did the major conversion work as a one of piece. Steve Walks

As always Calvin well explained, thank you. As I said these are just personal views on my part, I have the utmost respect for Ray Lamb and yourself in these regards. I understand your meaning of exact copying, if that was the case the hobby would be extremely boring...

Yes Calvin, Ray Lambs version is a classic but I personaly have always had a problem with two points. 1) The Cheetah hide saddle cloth is way to short at the rear, in the painting by Gericault this distance to the tail is much shorter. 2) The rider is positioned too vertical from...

Hi chaps, I think then that concludes the matter (thank you Adrian and Guy), and yes probably an issue that could of been settled out of the public eye. Maybe all parties are happy now, myself included, now lets get back to the serious issue of figure...

Charlotte, splendid work. you must keep us posted with your progress, I forsee a great future in figure modelling for you. Cheers Steve Walks :thumb:

Yep John very funny but I think you'll find the link is "Walky paints co.uk" , you can also get that black and white paint there and sepia paint. ( I'm waiting for you to get the replies were people have tried the link!!!) :lol: Cheers Steve Walky

Hi John, nice job you have beat me to it. I,ll have to see if I can get some of that Leopard spot car spray, its good stuff is'nt it!!!!! Cheers Steve Walks :lol:

Nice work Rafael, I have this piece myself and seeing yours inspires me to have a go at mine, for your first bust excellent!!! Cheers Steve Walks :thumb:

Nice work Brian I have had my eye on this figure myself (stormtroopers I believe), how did it go together ? Cheers Steve Walks

Happy birthday Maurizio May your works of art continue to empty my wallet!!!!!!!! Cheers Steve Walks :lol:

Happy birthday Dave have a good one mate. Cheers Steve Walks :lol:

Hi John, welcome to the acrylic club. The link to Jaume's article is about as good as it gets for faces. The thing you will notice straight away is the intensity of the colours compared to oils. Everybody has their own favourites for colours and shades but the principles are basicly the same...

Although I have been with Planet fig for a while I only started posting a few months ago. I have to say the response was amazing, with pats on the back and very constructive criticism. If you put your figures up for appraisal you will get honest replies and critique, which is what I like about...

Nice work Anthony, I had to do two of these figures simultaneously as commissions but as the original Metal models box art. I think You have done a nice job. Cheers Steve Walks :thumb: