Completed The Sacking of Panama

[MalcC]

Very nice work, I too like the way you handled the pistol in the sash. This is going to look great when done!

Thanks for the steer on the Vision Aid, I bought one and already prefer it to my optivisor. I thought the light on it was a bit of a gimmick but it has been really helpful when rigging WWI aircraft.

I'm now awaiting delivery of my Redgrass lamp, which should be here in a couple of weeks. I'm holding off more figure painting until I have that.

I made a late pledge for the lamp, so I suppose I'll have to wait a bit longer for it to arrive.
I'm sure it will make a big difference.
The sash was painted in acrylics first, with highlights and shadows too, before giving a wash of Alizarin Crimson in oils to make it more vibrant.

Glad you like the visor, I've not tried the light yet, will definitely give it a try.

Malc

 

[Ferris]

Very cool project and lovely paintwork Malc!

Looking forward to the whole vignette.

Adrian

 

[MalcC]

It's certainly a great project, and I'm enjoying every minute.
Just wish I could paint to a higher standard, to do it justice.

Malc

 

[MalcC]

I've put down the basic tones on the jacket using oils, Burnt Umber for the base coat,
with Mars yellow and a touch of white for the highlights. Raw Umber for the shadows.
I'll leave this to dry and settle overnight, then add further detailing.



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Malc

 

[marco14]

Malc,your paint work is absolute very good,wish That I could paint that way,so no
worry about that,this is very beautiful,go on like you do

Mario

 

[Mike Stevens]

Looking good Malc!

 

[Steve headley]

Hi Malc he’s looking very very good indeed loving the leather work it’s coming along very well indeed.

Steve

TFB Miniatures Team

 

[MalcC]

I have to admit, I'm quite pleased with the way the leather turned out.
Managed to get a little more work done on pirate no.3 and the scenic base.
Naturally I celebrated with a tot of Rum (and coke).... started a new bottle too.

With the weather being nice, I took the opportunity to carry out some much needed repairs to my shed. (second man cave)
And while doing so the Dakota flew over, that made my day.

Malc

 

[Nap]

Hi Malc

You should be more than pleased with the way these are going , it's good to follow as well

Rum and Coke eh ......don't go cleaning the brushes in that glass

Blimey your posh ....2 man caves .....and a flypast to compliment the day ( was it from the RAF Memorial Flight )

Looking forward to seeing more updates

Happy Benchtime and have FUN @ either man cave #1 or 2

Nap

 

[MalcC]

Hi Malc

You should be more than pleased with the way these are going , it's good to follow as well

Rum and Coke eh ......don't go cleaning the brushes in that glass

Blimey your posh ....2 man caves .....and a flypast to compliment the day ( was it from the RAF Memorial Flight )

Looking forward to seeing more updates

Happy Benchtime and have FUN @ either man cave #1 or 2

Nap

Thanks Nap.

I expect another rum and coke will be in order and I'll make sure I won't dip my brushes in it.
The Dakota flies over quite regularly, sometimes quite low and heading towards London.
I've no idea where its actually heading, but I've seen it twice this week already.

Now its time to head to my bench.

Malc

 

[NigelR]

That leather looks great! Nice progress.

 

[MalcC]

Another fun session at the bench this morning, once again I must thank Steve and the team at TFB, the detail on each figure
makes painting this a real joy, it kind of paints itself.
As you can see from the photos, the arm has been attached and I began work on the pistol.

And you'll note I'm drinking my rum (and coke ) from the correct receptacle .



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Malc

 

[Nap]

Hi Malc

Great session there for sure .....might have to start drinking if this is what happens !

Looking great

Have FUN @ the bench

Nap

 

[Steve headley]

Yo ho ho and a skull full of rum!!! Very nice receptacle indeed. Obviously the Rum and Coke are having a great effect on you getting the feel for the pirates.

Thank for the compliment it was kind of you but credit goes to Eduard and Juan for this they took it to another level indeed. They are a pleasure to look at. The good news is there will be a part two. These pirates were from the Caribbean the next set will be from Madagascar but that’s in the future so you will have another good excuse to break out the Rum again “Malc Lad”

Steve

TFB Miniatures Team

 

[snik]

Yo ho ho and a skull full of rum!!! Very nice receptacle indeed. Obviously the Rum Nd Coke are having a great effect on you getting the feel for the pirates.

Thank for the compliment it was kind of you but credit goes to Eduard and Juan for this they took it to another level indeed. They are a pleasure to look at. The good news is thier will be a part two. These pirates were from the Caribbean the next set will be from Madagascar but that’s in the future so you will have another good excuse to break out the Rum again “Malc Lad”

Steve

TFB Miniatures Team

May be part 3 will be pirates from Mediterranean like Barbarossa?

 

[snik]

MalcC the pirates start to getting alive!!!! Very good Progress!! Your Rum looks delicious and also in the perfect Glass!!! Tomorrow I will find you on Panama! I will start the new Journey!!!

 

[Mike Stevens]

Another fun session at the bench this morning, once again I must thank Steve and the team at TFB, the detail on each figure
makes painting this a real joy, it kind of paints itself.
As you can see from the photos, the arm has been attached and I began work on the pistol.

And you'll note I'm drinking my rum (and coke ) from the correct receptacle .

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Malc

A well sculpted figure will make for easier painting. It seems as those the highlights and shadows are more natural and easier to place.

 

[MalcC]

A well sculpted figure will make for easier painting. It seems as those the highlights and shadows are more natural and easier to place.

It certainly does, which makes a big difference.
And it looks like there's more pirates on the way.
I'm going to be very busy.

Malc

 

[Steve Ski]

Coming along nicely, Malc!

 

[Steve headley]

Hi Snik, good to know yours has arrived safely. Looking forward to your journey too.

Malc yes sailing into harbour early next year. We have a big project to deal with first lol. Thanks for all the help on that one.

Mick the faces are very well done and do make it a joy to paint.

Steve

TFB Miniatures Team