Geisha - semi flat by Mil-Mart

[Airkid]

Hi all

My take on this nice piece from the Mil-Mart range, sculpted by Ken Farrar. Painted in oils with some acrylics for the patterns.
Having just had a proverbial battle with a large scale full figure (which is awaiting a base before coming on this forum) - I chilled out with this lady, which I thoroughly enjoyed. I'd recommend these semis to anyone wanting a change of scene. Here she is:

Phil

 

[Graham]

Wow, you made a great job of this one Phil. Very nice shading but the freehand and hair really stand out to me. Excellent work and nice to see one of Ken’s done properly

 

[mil-mart]

WOW !! Love what you've done with this figure, the detail work on it is amazing.

Cheers
Ken

 

[Blind Pew]

Excellent, Phil. I love the fan.

 

[Airkid]

Thanks guys, especially Ken - much appreciate your kind words. The fan design is a Paulownia Flower, a recurring theme in Japanese art. The pattern on the kosode (the light garment under the kimono) represents dragonflies, which was a pattern favoured by the warrior class, as dragonflies in their larval stage look like they are wearing armour. Maybe our lady had a Samurai admirer?

Ken - you haven't got another one left by any chance?

Phil

 

[Wayneb]

Impressive looking paintwork Phil. I know these are called flats but I call these pieces reliefs. What would you guess the thickness to be for someone unfamiliar?..........Keep up the good work.

Wayne

 

[MoboSchreuder]

Beautiful painting

Mobo

 

[Nap]

Hi Phil

Blimey where's this come from ! ......nice subject and painting , like the colours you've used

Nice detail on the fan and work on the hair ...really good highlights

No doubt this won't be the last from you

It's great to see Kens pieces being painted and the variety being highlighted

Thanks for sharing

Nap

 

[mil-mart]

Thanks guys, especially Ken - much appreciate your kind words. The fan design is a Paulownia Flower, a recurring theme in Japanese art. The pattern on the kosode (the light garment under the kimono) represents dragonflies, which was a pattern favoured by the warrior class, as dragonflies in their larval stage look like they are wearing armour. Maybe our lady had a Samurai admirer?

Ken - you haven't got another one left by any chance?

Phil

Yes Phil I have one left, I'll stick it in the post for you.

 

[Airkid]

Yes Phil I have one left, I'll stick it in the post for you.

Ken, you are a star. I have a plan with this one.....

Phil

 

[Airkid]

Impressive looking paintwork Phil. I know these are called flats but I call these pieces reliefs. What would you guess the thickness to be for someone unfamiliar?..........Keep up the good work.

Wayne

Thanks Wayne. Reliefs - yes, a good description. Thickness no more than 5mm, enough to get a lot of detail in.

Phil