dorril Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Below are pics of a Kharn model, trying to aim for the Blood Disciples scheme from 40k. I have 2 requests... 1) how can I improve upon this paint job? 2)How can I photo models better to assist in sharing my paint work? Thanks in advance for the help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justjokin Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Basic digital cameras have a macro option, which can help, if you can keep it steady, and get the camera fairly close to the subject. Even with a cell phone I try to brace to stabilize the shot, make sure there is good indirect light around the model,use marco settings, and turn off the flash. Photographers will give you all kinds of well supported advice about aperture and focal length, and stuff. This is not that kind of advice. Mine is more like "hey I took some pictures like this that turned out good enough to post on the local boards..." Have fun! The model looks great, and will be ready for play when based. Detail on the eyes? Glowing on the plasma pistol? The hand and arm holding the ax could use a wash with something like Argax Earthshade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorril Posted January 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 On the arm I was trying to do some highlighting, but it didnt come through as well as I wanted it to. How do you do glowing? Eyes I was trying to figure out what color to use, the brass is a strong color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justjokin Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 My highlighting is pretty weak, so any effort on your part is commendable. Sometimes pictures don't capture what you see in person, so don't sweat it too much. Brass I would work to bronze with washes. Glowing is a whole 'nother thread! Just going for a lens with a small reflective dot is a nice touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justjokin Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 This would be for a marines left eye. reversed for his right eye. I used small brushes common to Michael's or other arts/crafts/hobby shops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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