WIP Critique Australian SAS Vietnam bust, Naked Army 1/6 scale conversion

[Nap]

Tony

All I am going to say is we all like "sneak peaks" ...looks great

Look forward to more of the same

Happy benchtime

Nap

 

[Tony Dawe]

So after a week of painting Tiger stripe camo, here’s how far I’ve managed to get. I’m seeing tiger stripes in my dreams now.

 

[Chris Oldfield]

I'd say that's a particularly realistic attempt at tigerstripe camo, Tony! Nice one.

 

[Mookie]

Excellent Tony.Really great work.
Rich

 

[Nap]

Hi Tony

Now that camo looks really good ......time well spent for sure ...a " like " isn't enough

You've certainly achieved the effect looking at the original you have

Goes without saying ..it's a impressive piece even at this stage

Thanks for sharing

Happy Benchtime

Nap

 

[Tony Dawe]

Thanks for your comments chaps.

I think I’ve unlocked the “code” of how to paint Tiger stripe. Mostly through a process of trial and error.

I’m working my way down the sleeves now, and then I’ll go back over the camo and do a million tiny touch ups.

 

[Chrisr]

Very impressive Tony.
Chris

 

[Nap]

Very impressive Tony.
Chris

Totally agree there Chris

One hell of a challenge and boy is Tony pulling this off

Great to see his dedication and skill

Happy benchtime

Nap

 

[Chris Oldfield]

Great interpretation, Tony!

 

[Jimmy S]

Tony can you post some smaller photos so we can see the overall effect?

 

[Nap]

Tony can you post some smaller photos so we can see the overall effect?

Hi Jimmy

Hope all is well

Hope Tony doesn't mind here's smaller images using his last set of pics

Nap

 

[Jimmy S]

Brilliant I don't think the close ups were doing it justice. Bit like the Mona Lisa when you get up close. These show the overall effect a lot better. This is motivating me to crack on with more tiger stripes.

 

[Steve Ski]

Tiger stripe is looking really good, I'd say you nailed it.

 

[Tony Dawe]

Hi guys
Just returned from a long weekend with mates staying at a beach house, where we painted our models and drank far too much.

I’ve managed to crack on with my bust. Back pack, weapon and webbing have now been base coated and needs to be camouflaged and then weathered. Still only painted in acrylics at this stage. Next step is to apply oil washes.

 

[Chris Oldfield]

Webbing & M16 look excellent, Tony - can't wait to see the finished bust!

 

[Nap]

Webbing & M16 look excellent, Tony - can't wait to see the finished bust!

Agree there Chris ..this is going to be something special

Must mention the way the face looks ....WOW!!!!?

Look forward to more

Hope your heads recovered after the weekend

Happy benchtime

Nap

 

[Mike - The Kiwi]

Just keeps getting better mate!
Liking combination of cam & variety of textures.
It’s inspiring work & shows versatility of Naked Army figures.
Can’t help thinking I’ll do more if these guys one day.
MikeTheKiwi

 

[Tony Dawe]

Thanks Chris, I’m just as eager as you are to see how this turns out mate.

Hi Nap, had a couple of dusty mornings after some rather excellent bottles of Shiraz (many actually). I’m amazed I got any painting done and all. I have an intriguing idea for presenting this bust, but I’ll leave you in suspense for a few more weeks while I finish up the painting.

Kia Ora Mike, thanks for your comments mate. I’d love to see you tackle another NA piece, but I won’t hold my breath. I’m still working on the eyes and intend to do more touch ups on the face before I cover it in camo creme.