Completed 54mm Roundhead Cavalryman

[unknown01]

They're quite superior in everything, Rick.
It's as much as it's painted that I can do.
So I envy you.
The ground work is also cool.
Great!

Mitsutaka.

 

[kansas kid]

Mitsutaka: Appreciate your kind words. . .

Greetings to you, Mitsutaka:

Your kind words are really encouraging to me, Mitsutaka. I've seen so much
of your outstanding work over the years here on Planetfigure. And from
looking at the skill level and artistic talent you possess, I realize I will never
get there — for at 74 years, hee heee, I probably won't be able to hold my
hand steady much longer. Who knows? I just try to enjoy this wonderful
hobby and feel thankful that I get to "internet-wise" rub shoulders with such
talented and "eager to help" ladies and gentlemen here with fellow
Planeteers.

I went to your web site and just marvel at your discipline and dedication to
the art form. I saw your equestrian figures, the Norman Warrior, the Polish
Lancer which is just outrageously beautiful with all its detail, and the
Napoleon Retreating from Russia. And you mentioned ground cover; the
variety of plant life that you come with, so well positioned on the base, and
yet all to the same scale is remarkable.

I think my groundwork has improved, but no way has it gotten to where
Marcus Eckmann, Gothic Geek and yourself, to name just a few, have
achieved. But at least I'm learning more about how to do it. Experience
and the lovely people at Pf really do make the difference.

My best regards to you and your family, my friend — you are too kind,

Rick Brownlee

 

[billyturnip]

Great looking figure Rick and great timing too as I'm reading this at the moment,

http://www.amazon.co.uk/All-Kings-Armies-Stuart-Reid/dp/1862273804

Well worth a read for anyone interested in this period.

Roger.

 

[kansas kid]

Hello Roger, and Roger that, mate. I do appreciate your kind words.

Also thanks for the tip on that fascinating book you're reading from the ECW
period. I have a number of the Osprey books on that period, and used those
to help with the construction of the helmet. And I have read Antonia Fraser's
book on Oliver Cromwell some years ago.

I guess what really get me interested in this period as a equestrian figure to
attempt was the Parliamentarian "Roundhead" Cavalryman's helmets they
wore with that distinctive face guard that lifted up on hinges. One of those
elements that as design really caught my eye. Those doe skin protective
jackets were something too, along with the brace of flint lock pistols. For
an artist and/or figure modeler really a lot there to sink your brush into!

Thanks again, Roger for having a look,

Ricardo Jayhawker

 

[kaz6120]

I'm a big fan of AIRFIX horse and I think you've done a great job on the kit.
love the subject, WIP pics too!

 

[kansas kid]

Greetings Kazufumi

Hello Kaz:

It was so kind of you to take the time to look at my Airfix Roundhead
Equestrian attempt, Kaz. And I am pleased, recalling what a beautiful job
you did on the long in the tooth 54mm Airfix 1815 Lifeguard, that you
commented in such a nice way, about my Cavalryman. Your painting skills
are much more advance than mine, but my guess is that we both enjoy the
wonders of this hobby, equally.

BTW, I did the same 1815 Lifeguard you posted here, several years ago,
and had a bear of a time with it. But the experience did help me grow, and
so I was able to avoid some of the pitfalls with this Airfix ECW kit offering.

Kind regards Kaz, and thanks again,

Ricardo Jayhawker in the American Heartland

 

[gothicgeek]

Hey Rick!

A grand bit of work there indeed!

What is next? something less complex? or perhaps even more ambitious?



Well done mate!

Mark

 

[chippy]

Well you got there in the end Rick and a great piece it's turned out , the horse, rider and standard interaction are spot on . It's good to see what can be achived with a small cost in a kit if someone puts the time and effort in that you have done , well done .
chippy

 

[kansas kid]

OhMa'Gosh, G.geek if you ain't the beez kneeze. . .

Hi Mark:

Aw maing, hokay. . . thanks for taking the time to post a comment, here.
I do so appreciate your kind remarks, GG. And as to your question about:

What is next? Yes, indeedy, mate. . . it will be sumpin' a lot easier. Either
that or I'm gonna buy a big interest in the Absolute Swedish Vodka Company.
Whoa, Nellie. But seriously, Mark. . . I 'm working now on a casting from
a horror and ghoulish company, Model Mansion, I bought on line. A resin
casting about 8 inches tall called "Graveyard Reunion". I think it will be a
lot of fun to paint that putrified flesh of the "mother" that the lonesome son
dug up from her graveyard plot. Yeh, I know, it sounds rather bad to put it
mildly. But hey, sometimes it fits my mood, if you get my drift???

So kind of you to chip in here, Mark. And my best regards and best wishes
to you, my friend,

Ricardo Jayhawker

 

[kansas kid]

Hey There Chippy: you de man, maing. . .

Howdy do Mr. Wells:

I do so appreciate you taking a look see at this rather long long, how long is
it?. . . long project. But because of your help and encouragement, along with
Mr. Readdie and HouseCarl, I did stick it out. . . she said as she put her
tongue back in her mouth. . .

I do so appreciate your kind remarks about the central action and hopefully,
the drama and tension I was trying to create with this piece.

And as to your final point. take a so so kit from years ago, a sow's ear and
try to make a silk purse out of it. I see this as a major part of what modeling
is really all about. Using a kit to start with and taking it a lot further with
individual additions that reflect the modelers style, goals, and creative
energy. I'm not against building out of the box, but that really isn't where I
am at this very late stage in my life . . . as a figure modeler and model
builder. The kit is a starting point. . . even though I am not a sculptor.

BTW, Chippy, . . your slogan: "I'm a self made man" . I started out with
nothing, and I still have some left". . . Haaa haa it jussss cracks me up!!!

So funny,

Thanks again, for posting your remarks. I wish I wasn't having so much
trouble with my camera. Those dark shadows in the background really do
detract from the figure. Yeh well. . . . )-8

Best regards to you and family,

Ricardo Jayhawker