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[Anders Heintz]

Hey Jason!

Great work man, superb sculpting and its so clean and neat! Love the impressions, Ive done it that way and like Gordy said, make the straps etc first then the stuff around it, both works well and you've done a great job with it!!. The sheepskin texture is great, what you use to do that with?

 

[Jason W.]

Originally posted by John Long@Feb 23 2004, 12:16 PM
I like the closeup on the gaiters.

Thanks John! Still needs a little work...more laces to tie in and criss-cross one another.

 

[Jason W.]

Originally posted by gordy@Feb 23 2004, 12:38 PM
i do the straps and accessories in place first and then pucker-n-tuck in the garments afterwards...

Yeah, I do that also. The reason I did it this way was for painting purposes. The bayonet scabbard would have got in the way, and of course, the rifle and sling. The cartridge boxes could have been set, as could the canteen and strap, but I havn't finished that yet I just wanted an impression for it later on.

Thanks Patrick and Anders!!

Anders, I just used an exacto and did some careful poking and slashing :lol:

 

[Jason W.]

Some more Kepi work. This is just plastic card and glued into place w/ Zap-a-Gap.

 

[Jason W.]

The arm is in place and ready to be fleshed out.

The kepi has been sculpted (hair sculpted seperatley) and the belt and cartridge boxes glued in place.

Note that I have bulked up the trousers a little.

 

[Jason W.]

more views...

 

[Jason W.]

Last one for now

 

[LCoote]

Beautiful work Jason I'm amazed at the speed at which you work, wish I could do that I think the mounted figure in the painting would make a great piece also.

 

[Robin]

Lovely work, as always


Robin

 

[RobH]

Hi Jason

Again a big for showing us your work, and taking the time to do an SBS.

Again.....like getting a copy of you're favourite magazine, finding a cool article in it, but almost daily!!!!

keep it coming!

Rob

 

[yeo_64]

Jason,you are truly amazing,man ! I echo the words of the rest when I say that your almost daily SBS is a real inspiration to us "lesser mortals" Keep up the good work and post more soon ! (Love the kepi work;you seem to have got it down pat !) Cheers !
Kenneth

 

[Jason W.]

Originally posted by yeo_64@Feb 24 2004, 07:44 AM
Love the kepi work

Thanks Kenneth for the kind words.

I have not forgotten about those pics of kepis, just need to gather'em up.

 

[Jason W.]

Originally posted by LCoote@Feb 24 2004, 02:29 AM
I'm amazed at the speed at which you work

Thanks Leigh, Robin and Rob!

Believe me, this pace will slow down tremendously once vacation is over

 

[Jason W.]

Originally posted by LCoote@Feb 24 2004, 02:29 AM
  I think the mounted figure in the painting would make a great piece also.

I originally planned on a 3 figure vignette, just like the painting. But, after some thought, I feel the scene is too intimate and will be overwhelmed by a mounted figure.

I want to focus on the 2 men (on a single figure base) and that interaction; a helpless (blinded) officer being cared for by a young sodier and who is still respectful enough to carry his officers sword. I say "still" because at this point in the war many French soldiers have lost faith in it's cause, much more than in the begining.

Now if this were a "patrol" scene, then a mounted figure is a must to be effective.
But there is an bond or focal point that shouldn't be overshadowed by a towering figure. And to be honest, the more I look at that painting, the more touching it becomes and a mounted figure would be an obstacle for the eye.

Wouldn't the average person, with interest in military scenes, assume already whats going on, without putting in a mounted figure?

Let me ask this of you guy's. Would a mounted figure just be another figure to look at, a detractor? Or, is it essential to have a mounted figure?

Whats your thoughts?

Thanks for the interest,

Jason (who is starting to sound too 'artsy' :lol: )

 

[RobH]

Jason

I personally feel you have made the right choice.

the two figures together keep the piece simple and focussed.

It may not be obvious as to whats 'off screen' but that will make the piece more personal for those who view it. They can interpret it as they wish.

The shape of the piece would change dramatically.

The intemacy of the two comrades should be the focal point.



Rob

 

[yeo_64]

I agree totally with Rob,a 2-man vignette would definitely bring out the pathos of the situation much better than if another figure were added to the final set-up.(much like my "From American To American" vignette.)By the way,thanks for the reply to my query on the kepis,Jason;looking forward to receiving some materials soon.Cheers Kenneth.

 

[Manfred]

Greetings from a newcomer to the forum !


I enjoy the step by step a lot and also love Franco-Prussian themes .

In my humble opinion the two figure vignette is a good thing, the viewer can concentrate on the faces and the body language.

However the full vignette would also be fine. Best thing would be if you do both

Manfred

 

[garyjd]

Jason, Initially I thought something was missing by not includind the mounted offiecer. However, the more I looked at it, in terms of emotional impact the mounted officer really added little to the concept. I'm sure someone with common sense will see that this soldier is reporting in to a superior after helping a wounded officer off the line. Great stuff.~Gary

 

[Johan]

... I leave it up to you Jason - you're a far more capable miniaturist than I am. And of course, you always make my day !

 

[Dani A.]

Jason,

I think you have done the right thing leaving the mounted officer out. Frequently, what works in a 2-D scene does not translate properly to a 3-D scene, and some changes are necessary. I have seen lots of vignettes of dioramas or vignettes faithfully reproducing a picture that lost balance, composition, compactness, focus, etc.

Now to a slightly out ot topic question, you mentioned you used a wargames-related book as a source for German armies of the period. Where could I find this book? Any webpage? Is it possible to order it by mail?

Thanks,

Dani