After the Battle by Andrea Miniatures

[Larsen E. Whipsnade]

My next project. I know he's been painted here any number of times before so there's little need for a kit review other than to say I'm very impressed by the fit and finish of the unpainted model. It's going to be among the more challenging projects I've attempted... which is a good thing (it says here).

Here 's our boy unassembled, cleaned up, washed and in Tamiya light grey primer.

 

[Henk]

Ohh, I like this. Chair pulled up, cold drink fetched, I'm following this...

 

[taliesin2013]

Fine start.

 

[Sylvanus]

Nice one to follow!

 

[clrsgt]

A classic bust. Had mine sitting around for years waiting until I felt ready to tackle worn leather.. I think I am now. Just need to dig him out.. Will be following your progress with interest..

 

[Nap]

Hi Rick

No idea why never been over keen on this one but there's been some great versions so looking forward to seeing yours progress

Following with interest and popcorn

Happy benchtine

Nap

 

[Larsen E. Whipsnade]

Thanks, guys. Hope I don't disappoint.

My first decision was to give our boy a darker complexion. I figured as he was in the infantry in the Crusades he would have been exposed to the sun almost constantly and would therefore have a deep tan.

My next thought was, "What am I going to do about all those wrinkles?" (I have the exact same thought about myself these days when I look into the mirror.) I decided the easiest thing to do would be to paint the entire head a deep base coat color (I used a 2:1 mix of Vallejo Black Red and Beige Red). After that I'd build up his complexion by dry brushing on successively lighter colors. I also thought that since his face is going to be framed by the dark underside of his helmet and his beard a pale complexion would get washed out and a stronger complexion would look better in the final iteration. Here's sort of a progression.



And oh, by the way, his face isn't quite done. The scar/cut has to be added and I may do a little more highlighting. I haven't decided yet. Yea or nay to additional highlighting? Thanks.

 

[Cannonball]

Super start. Like how the face is coming along and plenty of leather/metalwork to get stuck into.

Neal

 

[Henk]

Love it so far. I would not highlight more. People in the middle ages didn't have our hygiene regimen to start, and after several months (years?) on a crusade, washing was a luxury, few could afford. I would leave it till you finished the rest, and use a few washes to give him that 'ground in' dirty look.

 

[Larsen E. Whipsnade]

A little progress. Helmet is complete. Chain mail cowl needs to be highlighted and weathered... maybe a little light rust?

 

[Airkid]

Hey Rick - I'm a bit late on this one. He's looking very good so far. I like the tired look you have given him. Watching now with interest!

Phil

 

[Larsen E. Whipsnade]

Thanks, Phil. Much appreciated.

Rick

 

[Larsen E. Whipsnade]

Thank you, Henk.

Rick

 

[santi fernandez]

A little progress. Helmet is complete. Chain mail cowl needs to be highlighted and weathered... maybe a little light rust?

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More than mild rust I would play with different shades of metal.
Good job.
Santi.

 

[Henk]

More than mild rust I would play with different shades of metal.
Good job.
Santi.

Rust is easily overdone, and whilst there would be some, the constant movement of the cowl (especially during a battle) would rub most of it off. I agree that different shades of metal is probably more effective.

Also, armour was very expensive, and was very well looked after by the owner. It would certainly gain a patina, after prolonged use, exposure and cleaning,

 

[Airkid]

I know some guys who re-enact mediaeval period. They look after their kit in the manner it was done at the time. Metal armour was "polished" with fine sand and then "Fullers Earth" and liberally coated with mutton fat or tallow (which is similar) to prevent corrosion. After a short while the metal takes on a grey/brown patina but doesn't corrode. This figure looks like a man-at-arms who would have to do his own laundry, where the titled lot would have a scruff or two to keep their kit in fine fettle.

Phil

 

[Larsen E. Whipsnade]

Thank you, guys. Lots to think about.

Rick

 

[Ragnar]

Looking great

 

[Larsen E. Whipsnade]

Thanks, Ragnar.

Rick

 

[Larsen E. Whipsnade]

A little more progress...

Chainmail finished (I think, may tinker a bit more, not sure.). Began with a base coat of black followed by dry brushing Vallejo 70.864 Natural Steel and highlighting with Game Color 72.053 Chainmail Silver. Gave him a small wound on his right arm (not to worry, 'tis but a flesh wound). Jerkin has received a base coat of AK3031 Leather Brown.