Union Soldier

[Jason W.]

Originally posted by yeo_64@Apr 2 2005, 04:38 AM


BTW,I just received the F-P accessories that Bill sculpted.Any advice as to whether I should acquire both Osprey books on the F-P war for reference and inspiration ?

Thanks Kenneth!

There are four excellent Osprey books dealing with uniforms. Two for the French and two for the Prussian army. Try to get all four.

French Army 1870-71 (1) Imperial Troops
French Army 1870-71 (2) Republican Troops
German Armies 1870-71 Prussia (1)
German Armies 1870-71 Prussia's Allies (2) This one just released...very nice.
I would start w/ this one because of the variety of uniforms. It might spark more inspiration. For the French, get the Republican Troops. Again, for the variety of uniforms.

Looking forward to your future F-P war originals.

Jason

 

[Calvin]

Hi Jason,
everytime I see your work, I'm really impressed by the way you work the putty, the figure seem to come from the mould, the texture and finishing touch is simply perfect.

 

[yeo_64]

Hey Jason ! Thanks for the reply to my question on the F-P references to get ! You're referring to the 2nd book on the Prussian forces,am I right ? Will do,my friend,will do. Cheers !
Kenneth.

 

[Jason W.]

Originally posted by yeo_64@Apr 9 2005, 04:26 AM
You're referring to the 2nd book on the Prussian forces,am I right ?

Thats the one my friend! I'm sure you'll find plenty of inspiration in there. Looking forward to your next project.

Jason

 

[Jason W.]

Here he is painted. Sorry for the poor pic's. Definitely not what he looks like in the flesh!

Thanks for looking!

 

[Roc]

Jason, beautifully done, I like it a lot.

Keep up the good work.

Cheers
Roc.

 

[garyjd]

Jason, Great paintjob on the Yank. Are you using just Vallejo's? What kind of brushes do you use?~Gary

 

[Guy]

Excellent work Jason.......both sculpting and painting

 

[yeo_64]

BEAUTIFUL,Jason,just BEAUTIFUL !!! Cheers.
Kenneth.

 

[Jason W.]

Originally posted by garyjd@Apr 9 2005, 08:53 PM
Are you using just Vallejo's? What kind of brushes do you use?~Gary

Thanks Roc, Guy and Kenneth!!!

Gary, it's all Vallejo. The brushes too are Vallejo. These brushes are very nice for the price. If properly taken care of, they can last through 7 or more 54's before becoming "stained and frayed". Thanks my friend!

 

[Dan Morton]

Really, really nice. I'd say "Sweet!", but someone beat me to it! Looks like he's mentally cussing-out Burnside!

I particularly like the open frock coat, the rolled-up 'corduroy' street - those are very imaginative bits that add color and historical interest.

Gee - why can't we get that kind of imaginative use of the available historical materials and incidental color on EVERY figure? [rhetorical question...pardon the digression.]

all the best,
Dan

 

[garyjd]

Jason, Hey could you post your the colors you used for the Union soldier's frock/cap and trousers? thanks.~Gary

 

[Jason W.]

Originally posted by garyjd@Apr 10 2005, 03:46 PM
could you post your the colors you used for the Union soldier's frock/cap and trousers?

Thanks Dan!

Gary, I've been experimenting with grey tones in my blues and I'm pleased w/ the results.

For the frock I used equal parts 899 Dark Prussian Blue (Vallejo) and 867 Dark Blue-Grey for the base.

Highlights were equal parts of 965 Prussian Blue and Dark Blue-Grey. You could use 964 Field Blue, as it turns out that color anyway.

Shadows are equal parts 899 Dark Prussian and Black #?
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For the trousers I used 964 Field Blue for the base color.

Highlights equal parts Field Blue w/ 870 Medium Sea Grey. Extreme highlights w/ Med. Sea Grey.

Shadows-Equal parts Field Blue and Dark Blue Grey w/ a touch of 899 Dark Prussian.

Dilution rates varies. Highlights usually 3-5 parts water per one part paint. Shadows 5-8 parts water to one part paint. Hope that made sense.

Jason

 

[homellop]

Hi Jason.
Nice sculpting and painting.
The overall result is amazing.
What's next?
regards
jaume

 

[nagashino]

Hi Jason

I think this is excellent, and your attention to detail in this scale certainly stands up to close-in photography. I especially like your treatment of the blues - nice and subtle.

Echoing Jaume - what's next?

Best regards and thanks for sharing this with us

Phil

 

[Jason W.]

Thanks Jaume and Phil!!

I'm starting to paint the Hungarian fusilier. Hope to have him finished by next weekend.

I have some ideas for a couple ACW subjects in the near future.

Jason

 

[Joe Hudson]

Jason,

Really nice and thanks for sharing the paint mixtures.

Joe

 

[garyjd]

Jason, Thanks for taking the time to post the paint mixtures.~Gary