Finished 29th ID Alpine Miniatures

[rustyratliff]

Good Day All,
Here are some finished pictures of the 1/35 Alpine Miniatures figure. Since I got back to painting last Fall, I have been trying to paint bolder and have been using a different style than I used to paint. So far I am liking the results I am getting. I would be happy for any feedback, or suggestions. Thanks for looking. Oh it is painted in acrylics.
Thanks Rusty

 

[Robert Jan de Wit]

Hello Rusty,

Thanks for sharing.
I think it turned out very good. I looked at some of your older figures and I can see the changes in the sharper outlining, shading and attention to detail. Good job!
The eyes ,I think, are too big. The pupil is too far down. But that’s always very difficult. Maybe you can do some shading and highlighting under the eye to get a little edge next time.
You figures are always pretty clean, maybe by choice, but you can try to incorporate weathering in your paintwork for more effect.

Looking forward to your next project.
regards,
Robert Jan

 

[Darby]

Nice one. I like the strapwork on the rifle.

 

[T50]

Nicely done!

 

[rustyratliff]

Thanks for the feedback. Robert Jan, I really appreciate your suggestions. I agree the eyes need some improvement. I didn't realize this until I took these photos. As for the weathering, I agree it looks really clean. He needs some dirt and grime. I will use your feedback on my next project.
Rusty

 

[Ferris]

Great detailing and very sharp painting. Looks like you managed to even paint separate irises and pupils...miraculous at this scale!

Adrian

 

[Robert Jan de Wit]

Thanks for the feedback. Robert Jan, I really appreciate your suggestions. I agree the eyes need some improvement. I didn't realize this until I took these photos. As for the weathering, I agree it looks really clean. He needs some dirt and grime. I will use your feedback on my next project.
Rusty

Hello Rusty,

I have another suggestion on the groundwork. Maybe you can skip the little bush you added. It is distracting to the viewer (color and placement)and a bit unnatural.
I think your overall scene doesn’t need it at all.
I added a reworked photo to show you.

greets,
RJ

 

[Nap]

Hi Rusty

All credit to you , this has come out well , liking the way you've done the seams and the uniforms colours

Agree with Roberts comment ref the bush


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Look forward to seeing more

Happy benchtime

Nap

 

[MoboSchreuder]

Very nice work

Mobo

 

[rustyratliff]

Thanks gentlemen,
Nap, I like painting the seams on uniforms and equipment, I feel it makes a figure pop. It can be overdone, but at this scale you need something.
Robert Jan, I agree with the bush, I removed it and it looks better.

Thanks, Rusty