Colin_Fraser
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Here is my 99% finished 120mm Warriors’ portrait of Colonel (later General) John B. Gordon as he may have appeared as Colonel of the 8th Alabama at the Battle of Sharpsburg (or as the Union called it – Antietam) on September 17, 1862. Gordon stands thinking of the day to come at the commencement of battle, an engagement in which he would suffer five gunshot wounds (two to his leg, one to his arm, one to the shoulder, and one to his face). The sculpture is clearly inspired by a limited edition print by noted (or perhaps notorious) civil war artist Don Troiani. The Warriors figure was withdrawn from circulation when Troiani threatened legal action for breach of copyright – he objected to the conversion of his 2D idea into a 3D model for someone else’s financial benefit. I can see his point but I think he was wrong, both legally and practically.
I will add some green to the base next week and I just realized that I missed his sword grip. I need to check hm over for other missed stuff but he is basically done.
The model is painted in various acrylics, combined with significant use of water based inks. Photos are in natural light and the contrast is a little harsh.
It’s a great figure that has been in my grey army for a long time. I’m glad I finally dragged him out and finished him off.
Colin
I will add some green to the base next week and I just realized that I missed his sword grip. I need to check hm over for other missed stuff but he is basically done.
The model is painted in various acrylics, combined with significant use of water based inks. Photos are in natural light and the contrast is a little harsh.
It’s a great figure that has been in my grey army for a long time. I’m glad I finally dragged him out and finished him off.
Colin
