WIP Mike's WW1 NZRB Lewis Gunner Bust in 1\6th

[m@rp]

Wow what to say
The face is highly realistic

Pascal
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[Mike - The Kiwi]

Congrats Mike, my son marries the end of the month. Good to hear all went well with the move. Hope you get the model bunker up and running mue pronto, or as practicable as possible, first things first as the Mrs. says.
Cheers, Ski.

Wedding went well & now just enjoying some days off, before trip home next week Ski.
Plan to break out brushes, so can continue bringing Charlie to life next weekend.
Hope to have more photos to share by Xmas time.

Trust you have wonderful festive season nuptials with son & rest of family mate.

Wow what to say
The face is highly realistic
Pascal
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Hi Pascal
Good to see your comment here thank you.
Mike

 

[Stephan]

I always like to spot on a workbench, what is there going on...

 

[Mike - The Kiwi]

I always like to spot on a workbench, what is there going on...

Thanks for post Stephan, but sorry I don't understand what you mean.
I'm planning to restart this project later this week.

Stay safe,
Mike

 

[Stephan]

hm my english is not the best, I like to see whatelse going on around your figure...

 

[Mike - The Kiwi]

hm my english is not the best, I like to see whatelse going on around your figure...

Another haunting & inspiring short movie just watched:

"Coward" by McCann brothers

 

[Funky50]

Another haunting & inspiring short movie just watched:

"Coward" by McCann brothers

Just watched this ......twice....really sad what they did to those poor buggers....Thanks for posting Mike.....Kevin

 

[Mike - The Kiwi]

Charlie continues to unfold.
Progress since returning to this project over the last week.

More or less finished his front.
Unless you or someone spots some necessary corrections ;-)

Thoughts always welcome though.

Happy 2015 to every Planeteer from a sunny downunder

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[Helm]

Looks superb Mike only tiny thing and it might be the pics (Lord knows I am not one to pick holes with photos ) is maybe a darker coloured wash on the revolver lanyard ? it looks to be one colour
Steve

 

[Mike - The Kiwi]

Looks superb Mike only tiny thing and it might be the pics (Lord knows I am not one to pick holes with photos ) is maybe a darker coloured wash on the revolver lanyard ? it looks to be one colour
Steve

Thanks & good call Steve, exactly what I wanted to hear
More work required, I'm right on it!

 

[megroot]

This is also look as the real stuff.
Amazing lifelike painting.

Marc

 

[tonydawe]

Mike

This is an epic project with an insane level of detail and unbelievable degree of realism.
My only suggestion is to look at making the brass work a little brighter, especially where the brass would be rubbed frequently.
It's only a minor point as frankly I think it's as close to perfect.

 

[Mike - The Kiwi]

Mike

This is an epic project with an insane level of detail and unbelievable degree of realism.
My only suggestion is to look at making the brass work a little brighter, especially where the brass would be rubbed frequently.
It's only a minor point as frankly I think it's as close to perfect.

Hi Tony,

Thanks mate! Always value your comments.
Good point on brass. I do tend to keep this quite dull to avoid parade yard look.
Though can see point of showing wear & rubbing in use too.
Have to see how I go on this.
Dome brass buttons for pistol, gasmask haversack & ammo pouch are all brighter than webbing in reality.
Used a little Jo Sonja Pearl White mixed with Vallejo Brass & Sepia wash to show this, plus glazed with Satin.
Will have a crack now with some more of this.

Stay safe & may 2015 bring more of your wonderful projects to life.

Mike

 

[Joe55]

Geez!

Mike you don't skimp over anything.

Every portion, every segment, every detail gets an equal share of meticulous attention towards realism. Gosh a mighty what a lovely looking piece, and it ain't even done yet!

Jo Sonja Pear White huh? I'm saving that one!

Joe

 

[El Tché]

Respect !!

 

[Mike - The Kiwi]

Geez!
Mike you don't skimp over anything.
Every portion, every segment, every detail gets an equal share of meticulous attention towards realism. Gosh a mighty what a lovely looking piece, and it ain't even done yet!
Jo Sonja Pearl White huh? I'm saving that one!
Joe

On Ya Mate! (Kiwi expression for "thank you")

Can always rely on your enthusiasm to to cheer me up Joe
Just did tidy ups on brass & lanyard as recommended by guys here last night.
Now on to small pack details.

May you have a stupendous 2015 with lots more painting too.

Stay safe
Mike

 

[housecarl]

Stunning Mike.
All the best for 2015.

 

[Mike - The Kiwi]

Stunning Mike.
All the best for 2015.

Ta mate!
Neat having yours & others support here Carl.
This Planet Community thing really seems to have come of age.
We gotta appreciate people like Gordy & other moderators that created such a place to share.
The balance of encouragement, help & constructive criticism certainly helps make it my first choice figure online home

Oh well back to the day job

Likewise to you & family for 2015 - it's gonna be another big 'un!

Stay safe
Mike

 

[Joe55]

Thanks Mike!

Looking forward to Charlie's progress, and back at you on having a great New Year!

Joe

 

[Mike - The Kiwi]

Thanks Mike!

Looking forward to Charlie's progress, and back at you on having a great New Year!

Joe

Hi Joe, et at.

So 2015 is here & it will be massive for me & son with our trip to Gallipoli, Turkey, Greece, Rome, Malta, Egypt & Dubai coming up in April/May. In meantime seems right to kick off first post of year with a Charlie update here.

Couple of quick, very rough iPad shots of in progress on Charlie's back.
Of particular note & I'll explain more if there is interest, undercoating for texturing & preparing various metal parts.

Have a look - questions?
Ask away...

Off to the beach to see Mother In Law now

Stay Safe,
Mike