Bones (Reaper) Barbarian Figure Completed

So, I finished my first BONES model.  Overall NOT BAD AT ALL.  I enjoyed working with it, though I have to say the flash removal process was painful.  So, one model down for the war band. 

I used mainly Life Color paints for the skin and cape, and a mix of citadel and VJ paints for the other items on the model, VJ Air for the main color on the basing and different Citadel Shade washes for the over all model. 

BONES Models Primed

So I primed my BONES models.  I did my usual black and white high light primer trick, but left 2 models black that I am planning on painting in metalics. 

cant wait to start painting these guys.  Going to use them as part of my Song of Blades and Heroes War Band.

Also, I got my package yesterday from Ammo of Mig USA and Iain, who is a hell of a guy.  I ordered the new filters they put out.  Add them to my collection as I have a bunch of older MIG filters too. 

 

As you can see, I got the stainless steel ball bearing too to add to all my paint jars, especially the VJ paints I have.  Great idea Ammo of Mig had to simply add this to their product!

The end of 2014 and the start of 2015. Going to be a good year!

Ok so here are some things I am working on....yes I know, TOO much all at once.  Regardless, here is what is on my work bench OR what I finished recently and failed to post. 

M5 Stuart from WarLord Games (Bolt Action).  This guy was modulated, control washed, and slightly weathered.  It's a gaming piece after all.  The paint is Ammo of Mig Modulation set and Ammo washes and streaking.

 

Here he have the new Bolt Action M4 plastic tank.  Italeri makes it, its pretty good, BUT they got the sag in the tracks wrong, WHICH is a bit upsetting, especially for Italeri. 

 

My prototype model of a tank from the new game which was funded via Kickstarter (I got in on it) called, All Quiet on Martian Front.  I haven't really played yet as I have not completed the models I got from buying in on the Kickstarter, which were MANY.  They had a great program and the stretch goals were VERY cool.  Anyway, the model in the photo is a Mark III tank of the Texas Militia.  I am basing my US forces on Texas Militia and US Army.  The time period of the game is 1910 (but the initial Martian invasion was in 1895, and the earth armies benefited from alien tech a bit.  Very cool concept for a table top game. 

 

 

Another Kickstarter project I participated in was the BONES kickstarter.  These are all sorts of different Reaper models that were metal and now made in some kind of PVC, which makes the cost a small fraction.  Reaper sells these figures about less than $3.00US.

The stretch goals were awesome and for $115 I got almost $400 in models!  I have enough minis to last me a life time now.  I selected 3 to test fist.  You can see those in the bottom photo.  They are WIP.  I washed them, boiled them and corrected any bent parts, placing them into freezing water right after to make sure the proper pose stayed.  I then cleaned up any flash (which is a total PAIN IN THE ASS with PVC), and primed.  I use black and then white primer by Krylon.  You can see the wizard ont he right.  Reaper says you don't need primer, but I will always apply primer.  The 2 models on the left are not finished yet, almost.  The Elf archer and Human Warlock will be used for my Mordheim armies.  The Wiz on the right will end up on a round base for Song of Blades and Heroes. 

 

The photo above is also Bones models being prepped for primer.  These are will be part of war bands for Song of Blades and Heroes. 

 

So here I started this base at least 12 years ago.  It was just built.  Then, I primed it and left it alone again, till last week.  I airbrushed it with Ammo of Mig and VJ Air paints.  Other than the wooden posts and small rocks, everything is airbrushed, even the flock and shrubs.  This is still a work in progress and the tracks that are embedded are from either a Panzer 3 or 4, so this will be ready for when I finish something with those types of tracks.  

 



Happy New Year Everyone

Happy New Year to all my friends and guests.  This year I hope to build more and post more.  It's not easy with 3 kids and the full plate I have with my work and political obligations.  I can only set a goal and try to meet said goal. 

I have some photos to upload within the week for a few things I actually finished.  Till then!

If possible, please follow this blog.  I see that the viewing has shot up, thanks for that, but more followers would be good too. 

Thanks and play/build on!

Panzer Bill

EASTERN FRONT - New book by Ammo Of Mig

Hello fellow modelers,

So I got my new Eastern Front book from Iain over at Ammo of Mig USA.  WHAT A BOOK! I like it a lot.  It has MANY tank images that can be used as inspiration.  Explanation of the Soviet colors used that are also provided in the WW2 Soviet colors bundle that AOM sells. 
The graphics are of high quality, the explanations are good and this book should be standard equipment if you have a love of Soviet WWII AFVs like I do. 

Definitely buy this book.  If you always wondered what other paint jobs Soviet tankers used instead of just the typical Russian Green color (4BO), then this book is for you.

http://www.ammomigjimenez-usa.com/

Panzer Bill

Visit My Friend Alex's Bog - Alex Benvenuti

Just wanted to let you guys know, that if you get a moment, take a trip to my friend Alex's blog.  He is an outstanding modeler and builds and paints extremely well.  He's extremely friendly as well and speaks both French and English.

http://alexbenvenuti.blogspot.com/

Thanks,
Panzer Bill

DeMag D7 w/Flak 38 - UPDATE

So I got some more time into this model over the weekend.  So far I am pretty happy with my model and the progress.  For my first time, I think it is coming out pretty good.  Learning what works and what doesn't work.  The rails in the back on the gun platform are only dry fitted for effect. 

 I used Ammo of Mig Worn Effect for the chipping fluid.  Worked well I thought.  I also learned some good lessons as to how it reacts and when and how long to have it dry before moving fwd etc.

I was working on the wheels as well and I have to really finish the Flak 38 next.  Once the gun and the wheels are complete, I can start back on my tracks which I am not really looking fwd to. 

Then we can start on the real weathering and fun!