Figure size
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Hi Paul
WELCOME to PF
I can't speak ref figures as I only paint busts but I find that detail will always benefit the larger scales , although the sculpting and casting is of such high quality painting is easier .
Another thing is it will generally take less time to paint a smaller scale in busts but the detail work is still needed
Not sure how old you are but some find the larger scales a lot easier as they progress in age
Just my thoughts
Nap
WELCOME to PF
I can't speak ref figures as I only paint busts but I find that detail will always benefit the larger scales , although the sculpting and casting is of such high quality painting is easier .
Another thing is it will generally take less time to paint a smaller scale in busts but the detail work is still needed
Not sure how old you are but some find the larger scales a lot easier as they progress in age
Just my thoughts
Nap
Hi Paul
It would be great to see your figures (and welcome aboard if I've not said it before) I used to paint figures of all sizes, but these days tend to do only 54's. Nap is correct in that they take much less time although the detail is fabulous on the current and recent figures. Probably you need to emphasis the dark/lights a bit more on the smaller stuff, but you've got less area to do this on which makes them tricky and I'll often repaint area's which I'm not happy with. There's no hiding place with the bigger scales and although they are larger to look right you'll need to put lots of work in; you can't just 'fudge it'. Try both and see what appeals and how you get on. Personally I like to pick a figure I fancy and that enthusiasm helps keep you going when it gets tricky
Cheers
Paul
It would be great to see your figures (and welcome aboard if I've not said it before) I used to paint figures of all sizes, but these days tend to do only 54's. Nap is correct in that they take much less time although the detail is fabulous on the current and recent figures. Probably you need to emphasis the dark/lights a bit more on the smaller stuff, but you've got less area to do this on which makes them tricky and I'll often repaint area's which I'm not happy with. There's no hiding place with the bigger scales and although they are larger to look right you'll need to put lots of work in; you can't just 'fudge it'. Try both and see what appeals and how you get on. Personally I like to pick a figure I fancy and that enthusiasm helps keep you going when it gets tricky
Cheers
Paul
Hi Paul
No problem glad DaddyO answered as well ..a talented painter who knows his stuff ..but don't tell him I said so !
As for pics absolutely please do post ....we have parts for completed , WIP ( VBench ) and lots more .....have a look in the Welcone aboard part as well ...lots of helpful thread there
Look forward to seeing your figures
Nap
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As a Paul aged 61 myself, nice to see you here mate.
Us young 'uns need to stick together.
I look forward to seeing your efforts.
Everyone here will want to help, as and if you feel the need; it's what this community is about.
