Last February I had published a work in progress post of a 54mm French Napoleonic Hussar. Those who missed that post can see it here. The figure has been ready for a couple of months now but being the lazy bugger that I am, it took me all this time to come round to take a few half decent pictures suitable for publication.
The figure itself is from M Model and is painted entirely with Vallejo acrylics. No oils. The figure is finished in ultra matt varnish but the horse has been finished in satin. All reins and buckles are scratch built. This is my second 54mm figure, the first one having been done quite a few years ago and can be seen here. These figures take up quite some time to finish and obviously the level of detail is much higher but they are also very rewarding when complete. And they certainly make eye catching show pieces in any collector's cabinet!
My current project is a 1:72 scale diorama of an Avro Lancaster inspired by a recent visit to the Derwent dam in the UK. This is the place where the famous 617 Squadron made their practice runs before their raids on the Ruhr dams. The build is still in its very early stages (hampered by domestic refurbishment works) so I expect it will be some time before I will be able to present anything of this project. Until then keep well!
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| Monument to 617Sqdn with Derwent dam in the background |
Mike, this a beautiful specimen of a hussar. Marvelous work. I like the differentiation between the matte sheen on the hussar contrasted with his sweaty and glistening mount. Scratch building the horse tack? Amazing.
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You’re always so kind Jonathan, thank you! So glad you like it.
DeleteWe should be done with the finishing touches today so as from next week I’m good to go. The second phase of the works are due in late September so I’ll try to make the most of this breathing space.
Another gorgeous miniature (but not so miniature at 54mm). Puts my base coat, highlight, and wash method to shame. 😀
ReplyDeleteGood luck on your 1:1 scale remodeling.
Stew, I used the exact base, highlight, and wash method here so there’s absolutely nothing to be ashamed about 😜
ReplyDeleteGorgeous looking hussar! It's the next French hussar regiment for me to paint, although as I haven't even assembled them yet it will be some time, very nicely presented too! Good luck with the building works, thankfully that's behind me for at least a few years!
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Thanks Iain! The 7th have striking colours and are amongst my favourites. I’m sure your regiment will be a feast for the eyes. Looking forward!
DeletePhase one is thankfully complete. We took out and refurbished all the kitchen doors and cupboards and replaced an old a/c unit with the inevitable plastering and painting such an operation brings. Late next month we move on to phase two which will consist in laying a synthetic parquet flooring over the present tiles as well as a general repainting of kitchen and hall and replacement of some furniture. I always say you never ever finish a house build and I guess I am being proven right!!!
Splendid details and colors, such a gorgeous figure Mike!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your kind words Phil!
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