WIP Critique Next project - Maj. Gen. Sir Isaac Brock 1812

[Colin_Fraser]

Primed. What we have here is evidence of working too fast and rushing. I always work fast but a bust in 2 days is a bit daft. Some of the angles don't look very good. Time to slow down methinks Perhaps he will look better in some paint.

 

[Nap]

Hi Colin.,

Now that does look great , love the simplicity of the uniform , fine work on hair and facial features, love the lacework and the epaulettes.

If I may possibly build the left upper arm up a bit looks a tad thin towards the shoulder

Another great addition to the display cabinet and a enjoyable SBS..2 days amazing , it takes me that long to prime!

Looking forward to seeing the paint flow and him come to life even more

Thanks for sharing .

Nap

 

[Colin_Fraser]

Thanks Kevin. He is one of those pieces that looks nice on some angles in photos and horrible in others. I have 't experienced that phenomenon in a while. Very frustrating it is. In person he looks a lot better. The arm is also a lot more bulky than the photography gods allow you to see. I will see if paint rescues Him

 

[Wings5797]

Very good work Colin and so quick too.

It's not unknown for me to spend two days with a figure on the turn table just looking at it from all angles. That said I don't have your skill of pushing the putty in the right place first time.

I am sure that it is the lighting/photography giving a false narrowing at the top of the left arm, as Kevin said, but I know that you will have it covered.

Well done you another mini master class, thank you for sharing it SBS with us.
Cheers

Keith

 

[Tonton]

I see that Mike (Bonehead) has commented on the eyes, which I've mentioned before in respect of your sculpts so I won't add anything. This time, though, I do think that the "bulb" (tip or apex) of the nose should be a bit more pronounced, judging by the portrait you've included.

As ever, the work you're doing is absolutely amazing and I've nothing but admiration for your sculpting and speed.

Jeff

 

[Colin_Fraser]

Well spotted on the arm Kevin...I will mend that if I finish this. Jeff - admittedly the eyes are just under the 5 ratio. The problem is that they differ in shape and line which is a common problem when I work quickly. The biggest issue IMO is the shape of his head when seen from the 3/4 shots. Its totally wrong. The eye issue can be camouflaged with paint but the head issue cannot be helped.

Not sure I will finish him but it is good painting practice. Acrylics this time.

Colin

 

[Wings5797]

The whole head is very well done Colin but those eyes are more than a bit special Mate.
I like it.
All the very best,
Keith

 

[Colin_Fraser]

Project abandoned but I learned a lot. No amount of waving a magic paintbrush will stop this guy from looking like a badly rendered cartoon character. I will try sculpting him again some other time. It's not the first time this has happened as a quick review of my portfolio will show.

Thanks for the encouragement. Before I try something else I think I need to map out a project schedule to keep me from racing

Colin

 

[ChaosCossack]

Structural issues aside, your flesh tones and in particular the eyes are painted very well. I think I prefer your acrylic method of painting faces over the oils you used on the WWI poets.

I'm now going in the house and locking the doors before the "Oilies" start throwing rocks at me for the above blasphemy.

Colin

PS- If you're gonna rush, I'm not giv ing you anymore wonderful ideas CJ

 

[Colin_Fraser]

Structural issues aside, your flesh tones and in particular the eyes are painted very well. I think I prefer your acrylic method of painting faces over the oils you used on the WWI poets.

I'm now going in the house and locking the doors before the "Oilies" start throwing rocks at me for the above blasphemy.

Colin

PS- If you're gonna rush, I'm not giv ing you anymore wonderful ideas CJ

I agree on the paint. I think the key for me in painting acrylics is to mix Vallejos, ink and liquitex. That way I avoid the chalkiness of Vallejo washes alone. Personal style. Thanks for the idea. Sorry the result didn't do justice.

Colin

 

[Wings5797]

Oh no!!!!
I know it's your call and I respect your judgement Mate but I really cannot see from your pictures why you would want to close this fellow at this stage.
Totally gob smaked.
Will think of other things to say and suitable names to call you when I re-gain my composure,
Cheers,
Keith

 

[Colin_Fraser]

Thanks Keith. I stopped because his eyes are too high, his forehead too sloped, his ears are misplaced and his chest is far too shallow. None of these issues are really correctable. Put it down to sculpting in semi darkness while binge watching Midsomer Murders on Netflix.

Colin

 

[Wings5797]

HI Colin,


I understand, it just seems such a shame. Bloody MSM has a lot to answer for......World wide as well.
I still get inspiration from your work and look forward to your next piece.....

All the very best, Keith

 

[billyturnip]

It's a shame this didn`t turn out as you wanted Colin but if you learnt something from the process it was time well spent.

Roger

 

[Nap]

Fear not Colin we still all think you are great...

Your decision of course a shame but the main thing is that you have learnt from the process ...and I got some great reading and references ...maybe back burner this one to bring out later

Stay away from Netflix ...if you have putty in a 5 metre area!

On now to the next project Colin


Nap ..waiting to see

 

[Tonton]

Very sorry to read about your abandonment of this project, for now. I know what you mean about distractions: I haven't put much time into figures since I discovered "Breaking Bad", got hooked and watched all episodes. And then, of course, there's the holiday which She-Who-Must-Be-Obeyed insisted on.

Let's hope the coming autumn/fall will re-ignite the hobby-ethic for me and give you new inspiration, Colin.

Jeff

 

[billyturnip]

I can't remember where I heard it but you can still enjoy a day fishing without actually catching anything.

 

[Colin_Fraser]

You guys are good coaches. Every project is a learning opportunity. Re. Midsomer.....I figure Jessica Fletcher should live there

Colin

 

[ChaosCossack]

A bad day modeling is still better than a good day at work.