WIP SHAKA Zulu - Bust conversion

[Major_Goose]

Hello guys . One more project in progress this time.
I performed a bit of conversion to the beautiful Pegaso bust of Zulu Warrior.

Conversion included :

Cutting the neck and turned on the right
Addition of leather throat band
Addition of neckless.
Addition of leather armbands
Reworking the headress and addition of feathers and animal fur decorations around the head
Addition of a shield and spear (part of them)

I just hope you like it - will be painted in May as scheduled

Costas

 

[housecarl]

Superb additions Costas. Looking forwards to seeing him painted.
Carl.

 

[Major_Goose]

Thanks Carl, i wanted him to be more luxurious ! I also look forward to reach his turn to paint him !!!

Costas

 

[jimias]

Well he looks Great Costas. I certaintly like him far more than the original.Will be a great bust to paint. Keep us posted.

 

[Major_Goose]

Thanks a lot Dimitri . I also think that is advanced compare to the original. I wish i will finish other priorities and get work on him !!

Keep Safe

Costas

 

[Michael Tse]

The need to convert is understandable. The original kit is simply quite dull.

Will follow closely.

 

[1969]

A very unique and sucessfull conversion Costas i like your version and think it gives greater possibilities for an more textures and colour for painting.
I am eager to see your painted version of this and how you tackle the skin tones.

Is this pice for your own collection ?

Steve

 

[Dan Morton]

Beautiful conversion, Costas!

All the best,
Dan

 

[davidmitchell]

Fantastic work Costas and a good idea, look forward to seeing it painted.


Cheers David

 

[tonydawe]

Fantastic conversion Costas. You've added a lot of interest to a rather plain bust. Well done.

 

[Major_Goose]

Michael Tse , thanks for posting . I needed to add some interest for paiting this one !!
Costas

 

[Major_Goose]

Steve thanks for posting . Well thats how i see it, to add textures , color and interest . It took me a while to get it where i wanted but i think its there now ! Yes i plan to paint this for my collection as my wife liked it a lot !

Thanks

Costas



p.s. check your pm's !

 

[Major_Goose]

Dan thanks for supporting my friend !!

Costas

 

[Major_Goose]

David thanks my friend. I am also looking eagerly to paint this one !!

Costas

 

[Major_Goose]

Tony thanks for posting man . I expect it to finsih painting it as good as i have it in mind !!

Costas

 

[mil-mart]

Costas, excellent conversionand I tlook forward rt seeing him painted.

Cheers Ken

 

[robinh002]

Shaka bust

Costas this is just superb i look forward to seeing him painted please make a note of what colours you use ,African & Black skin tones are always of intrest to figure painters

 

[Major_Goose]

Ken thanks for posting my friend


Costas

 

[Major_Goose]

Robin thanks for your compliments

In regards with african skin painting i can give you my way since i already have painted many of these figures

Black Skin :

Base

Nightshade Purlpe
Harvest Brown
Rubby Leather
Dark Skin
Oiled Leather

Highlights

Base + Harvest Brown 1st
Base + Golden Skin next ones

SHadows

Base + Nightshade purple in 2-3 leayers darker and darker every time

All the above colors come from Reaper "master" range of colors

Deep shadows CASSEL EARTH oil paint

I wish this helps some

Costas

 

[flart1943]

Hi Costas
Excellent conversion, can't wait to see it painted.
Pete