WIP Verlinden 200mm Westphalia Hussar

[Historex Rob]

I think you've a great start, far better than my first attempt, and I wouldn't rule out doing another.
Keep up the good work.

Malc

Much appreciated, MalcC.

 

[NigelR]

Thanks, Nigel/Kevin.

Nigel, I think you are saying that the iris of the eye is too small (too round) inside the white of the eye, yes?

Yes, IMO the irises need to be bigger and less round, that is only the lower part of the iris should be visible under the eyelid, so it will be 2/3 of a circle rather than round. The positioning of both is great, you just need to add a little colour at the top edges of the iris to make it look less like he has a surprised expression. Unless of course that is what you are going for.....

That's where I find the pin trick helpful, because you can gradually shape the iris without having to rely on a really steady hand and a very fine brush.

 

[Historex Rob]

Yes, IMO the irises need to be bigger and less round, that is only the lower part of the iris should be visible under the eyelid, so it will be 2/3 of a circle rather than round. The positioning of both is great, you just need to add a little colour at the top edges of the iris to make it look less like he has a surprised expression. Unless of course that is what you are going for.....

That's where I find the pin trick helpful, because you can gradually shape the iris without having to rely on a really steady hand and a very fine brush.

I understand. I will give your method a try. Thank you.

 

[phil_h]

I think your making some really nice progress! As for the eyes, I agree with Nigel's feedback, but it shouldn't be too hard to re-adjust, you're basically 90% of the way there. I just finished up painting some eyes for a 90mm figure, and it took the better part of several hours to essentially get two black dots exactly the way I wanted them (and this was using my 3.5x optivisor). Anyway, looking forward to seeing more .

 

[Historex Rob]

I just finished up painting some eyes for a 90mm figure, and it took the better part of several hours to essentially get two black dots exactly the way I wanted them (and this was using my 3.5x optivisor). Anyway, looking forward to seeing more .

Ah! Another 3.5x er. I thought I was the only one.

Appreciate the comments.