Marcomannic Warrior finished

[jknaus]

I dont think he looks bad for what may as well be my first figure. Some brush strokes but with time I'll learn how to hide them. I cant paint lines or squiggles at all so shield was refinished in a plain paint job. Just need some grass clumps to finish off ground work. Please enjoy, I know I did. And of course any comments constructive critisms welome.
James

 

[Steve]

I suggest more contrast. It is neat and with good colors, and I think more shadow and highlight will really improve it. Definitely a good start.--

 

[magister militum]

You should consider using washes (heavily thinned paint). Washes are a very easy technique to start with. The armor, helmet, fur, and leather straps would look great with a burnt umber wash.

 

[Einion]

Hi James, for a first figure this is a good start. Dilute your paint a bit more, relying on a number of coats to get coverage. Thinner paint is the key to doing transitions that look smooth too.

Don't be afraid of contrast - too much is arguably better than too little, especially at smaller scales.

I cant paint lines or squiggles at all so shield was refinished in a plain paint job.

Greater brush control should come with practice. In the meantime a simple geometric pattern is easy to do with some masking.

Einion

 

[Jamie Stokes]

James,
good start, neat finish.

And good that you posted. Easier to give feedback early, helps learn stuff quicker.

You are trying some highlights and shades, which is good. Thinning the paint till it is like skim milk in consistency (If you are using acrylics) will allow for smoother colour control.

You're heading in the right direction

looking forward to the next effort.

 

[tonydawe]

Well done James, that's a good effort for your first figure.

I can't add much to what the others have said, except to agree that using washes will help define small details and diluting your paint will eliminate brush marks and improve colour transitions.

Keep up the good work.