Steve Ski
A Fixture
RM1601 Resin, 4 figures plus groundwork. http://www.reedeesminiatures.co.uk/products/1-16-120mm
A requote from the beginning of this build log:
Using Steve's own words to describe the scene: " The first release is RM1601 which is taken from a photo taken 17 September 1944 during Operation Market Garden at Wolfheze Village. It shows a Bren gun section of R Company 1 Para taking cover in a Bomb crater during their advance along Amsterdamseweg (Leopard Route)."
"Corporal Alfred Reynolds, second from left, who commanded the Bren gun section was seriously wounded a few hours after the photo was taken, he fell into German hands a died from his injuries a day or two later."
The fate of the other three is unknown.
This has been a wonderful adventure into the historic reality of WWII and the Advance on Arnhem. As a painter I’m always looking for the historical aspect of every subject I consider, and Steve has made this part of the process easy. I would consider this sculpting a perfect rendition of the actual event from the historical photograph taken in September, 1944. I hope I have done my part to honor these men and their sacrifices in the battle to end the war by Christmas.
Painting:Oils over an acrylic base throughout for each figure.Pipes and roots were added to the base and then the entire base was treated with a primer coat and a bit of cat litter for fine rubble, then a basic tonal coat.Oil washes were used for depth and highlights were dry brushed to complete the appearance.
This has been an enjoyable piece of sculptured art to work with! Kudos, Stevo!
Cheers, Ski.
A requote from the beginning of this build log:
Using Steve's own words to describe the scene: " The first release is RM1601 which is taken from a photo taken 17 September 1944 during Operation Market Garden at Wolfheze Village. It shows a Bren gun section of R Company 1 Para taking cover in a Bomb crater during their advance along Amsterdamseweg (Leopard Route)."
"Corporal Alfred Reynolds, second from left, who commanded the Bren gun section was seriously wounded a few hours after the photo was taken, he fell into German hands a died from his injuries a day or two later."
The fate of the other three is unknown.
This has been a wonderful adventure into the historic reality of WWII and the Advance on Arnhem. As a painter I’m always looking for the historical aspect of every subject I consider, and Steve has made this part of the process easy. I would consider this sculpting a perfect rendition of the actual event from the historical photograph taken in September, 1944. I hope I have done my part to honor these men and their sacrifices in the battle to end the war by Christmas.
Painting:Oils over an acrylic base throughout for each figure.Pipes and roots were added to the base and then the entire base was treated with a primer coat and a bit of cat litter for fine rubble, then a basic tonal coat.Oil washes were used for depth and highlights were dry brushed to complete the appearance.
This has been an enjoyable piece of sculptured art to work with! Kudos, Stevo!
Cheers, Ski.
Not sure what's next, helo dio (USAF UH-1N in Ecuador, 1986) or that 11 figure Highlander set from Castle Miniatures. A good, tasty Maduro and a cold one should help the decision process be more relaxing.
