I'm going to post occasional updates on the progress of my Aventine Etruscans. This (unfortunately slightly blurry) image shows progress after the 6th painting session. The first 4 were on flesh tones, the fifth tidied up edges with black and painted steel/iron, and the sixth sorted out the bronze. I guess I've spent about 12 hours in total on them, so far.The minis are a pleasure to paint. There is quite a lot of detail, but it is in good relief. They remind me somewhat of the Saleh WotGs, which suits me nicely. I think it's going to take me the best part of 3 weeks to finish and base them (but hopefully the more simply equipped Hastati and Velites will be faster to paint).
very nice! what recipe do you use for your bronze ? one color with a wash or do you build up?
ReplyDeletethanks steve
Hi Steve, I'm currently using a base layer mix of TinBitz and Vellejo Bronze, and then two highlights, with the top layer being pure Vallejo Bronze. I intend to use a sparing further highlight of mixed silver and bronze, just trying to catch the rims and more reflective parts.
ReplyDeleteI may put a light thin ink wash over it at the end... They are going to be shiny minis!