1/12 Kamakura Samurai

[TD2802]

Hello all, I finally completed Plamax's Kamakura era samurai in o-yoroi style armor. There was an earlier review of this kit some time ago when it was released and I must say for a mold injection type, the details are quite good. That being said, it took me several months in fits and starts to paint this chap. Although I do enjoy the aesthetics of feudal Japanese armor, their inherent intricacy can be overwhelming when done on a much smaller scale. Overall I'm okay with the results and debated about sticking him on an elaborate base but decided to let the figure speak for itself. I did give him a moustache as a personal preference to give him an older appearance. Color scheme inspired by an old Japanese print from my childhood.
Done mostly with Vallejo, AK Interactive, and Scale75 acrylics.
Cheers!

 

[Blind Pew]

Some excellent painting on what is certainly a very tricky figure. Well done indeed, mate.

 

[sd0324]

Wow.

Steve San

 

[Ian Pen]

A beautiful paint job, I think I would have to stop and start, as I am not sure I could paint continously in such detail.

 

[Nap]

Hi Brian

WOW! ......that's a lot of dedication on the detail painting and a lot going on this impressive figure

All credit to you

Who released the piece ?



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Thanks for sharing

Look forward to seeing more from you , ENJOY the hobby

Happy benchtime

Nap

 

[MoboSchreuder]

Excellent paintwork

Mobo

 

[Rob]

He is wonderful. I don't think there is a more eye catching and impressive style of model than Samurai in the older o-yoroi armour, he is certainly reward for your efforts.

 

[oldtrousers]

Beautiful work, thank you for sharing the pictures!

Scott

 

[TD2802]

Thank you all for the kind words! Although I am not as active on these boards as I would like, the efforts and skills of its members never fail to impress me and be a source of inspiration.
Cheers!

 

[TD2802]

Hi Brian

WOW! ......that's a lot of dedication on the detail painting and a lot going on this impressive figure

All credit to you

Who released the piece ?



*****PLEASE also SUPPORT the COMPETITIONS of your choice by going to the relevant thread on this link and enjoy ENTERING and VOTING ***

https://www.planetfigure.com/forums/bi-monthly-vignettes-dioramas-competition.196/

Thanks for sharing

Look forward to seeing more from you , ENJOY the hobby

Happy benchtime

Nap

Appreciate the consideration. The kit was released by Plamax which uses 3d scanning technology in its production. I got this one at Hobby Link Japan last year but may no longer be available, however other vendors should still have them.

 

[Nap]

Appreciate the consideration. The kit was released by Plamax which uses 3d scanning technology in its production. I got this one at Hobby Link Japan last year but may no longer be available, however other vendors should still have them.

It's all fun...the comps are for everyone to hopefully support in the class of their choice

Looking forward to seeing more

Happy benchtime

Nap

 

[VerSacrum]

Beautiful model and honorably painted

 

[TD2802]

Beautiful model and honorably painted

Many thanks, it was a fun build.