tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post4302262827750738461..comments2023-10-03T09:51:45.328-07:00Comments on Lead, Paint and the General: Comrades to Arms !jmezz382http://www.blogger.com/profile/03324832418577291106noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-79579772906629862662011-02-23T11:30:04.782-08:002011-02-23T11:30:04.782-08:00I used this technique recently to finish up a bunc...I used this technique recently to finish up a bunch of French and Panzer Lehr in record time. Its my favorite way to churn out massive amounts of figs quickly (which you'll need to do with russians) The trick is watering down your ink to just the right consistency so it doesn't darken the base coat too much.<br /><br />I stockpiled a bunch of GW brown ink when it was discontinued a few years ago (literally.. i have like 8 bottles of the stuff) Its my favorite. I've been using Didi's Magic Wash from The Warstore on my Germans and I plan to pick up a bottle of brown when it comes back in stock.<br /><br />I'm not a big fan of Devlan Mud for 15mm infantry. Don't get me wrong, the stuff is great, it will definitely come in handy when painting your tanks. I just think the flow is too thick for the fine detail of infantry.<br /><br />Great work so far... keep them coming.Rabid Monkeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01144589829368717016noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-30054494659108542312011-02-22T01:57:13.633-08:002011-02-22T01:57:13.633-08:00They look the business mezz, you can even try high...They look the business mezz, you can even try highlighting before the wash, the wash will tone it done and then go back in and reapply the highlight again just subtly. I've found this works too.<br /><br />Great figs<br />PPPaintPighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09047331820540221681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-73228826939873346472011-02-20T06:09:48.334-08:002011-02-20T06:09:48.334-08:00@ Joyous Oblivion ... thanks dude ! I can't wa...@ Joyous Oblivion ... thanks dude ! I can't wait to try the Devlen Washjmezz382https://www.blogger.com/profile/03324832418577291106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-22663406596853280002011-02-20T06:05:54.132-08:002011-02-20T06:05:54.132-08:00@ Sean and Steve .... thanks guys! I am so looking...@ Sean and Steve .... thanks guys! I am so looking forward to this escalation eastern front war !!!jmezz382https://www.blogger.com/profile/03324832418577291106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-12201160989364213442011-02-19T18:13:20.836-08:002011-02-19T18:13:20.836-08:00I am looking forward to driving the German horde o...I am looking forward to driving the German horde out of the motherland!jmezz382https://www.blogger.com/profile/03324832418577291106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-18194297747781116112011-02-19T16:18:44.233-08:002011-02-19T16:18:44.233-08:00500 points of russian infantry is only 200 stands ...500 points of russian infantry is only 200 stands of russians ;). I really like the way russians look on the table, even if they are just refrigerators with guns. What's cool about them is they always keep coming and by the end of the game you opponent feels guilty for kiliing so many conscripts.CBax https://www.blogger.com/profile/05561664733351869010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-58400474572001136582011-02-18T19:50:07.373-08:002011-02-18T19:50:07.373-08:00Joe,
I think they both look good. I am blown away...Joe,<br /><br />I think they both look good. I am blown away at your ability in mini painting. The wash looks good, and I favor anything that cuts time off of painting. If it can get something on the table quicker without sacrificing overall quality, then it is the right choice. Either way, I am excited joe and glad for the escalation.<br /><br />Seanpachongo3000https://www.blogger.com/profile/02233986154458578373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-79685708972380881342011-02-18T19:38:17.626-08:002011-02-18T19:38:17.626-08:00Dude, so good! Can't wait to see them on the ...Dude, so good! Can't wait to see them on the game table! The fight is ooooonnnnn!!!!!Stevenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00828249624651092157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-41770906151607092482011-02-18T17:24:37.455-08:002011-02-18T17:24:37.455-08:00Devlan Mud Wash is generally regarded for most GW ...Devlan Mud Wash is generally regarded for most GW gamers as 'the' magic wash. Ogryn flesh is ok, but if you want a good brown wash, devlan mud is definately the way to go. Ogryn flesh is really made for washing skin features.<br /><br />The old way currently looks better, but I think with a nice brown (devlan) wash they will pop much more!Joyous_Oblivionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12174445385093721544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-25869522267686321612011-02-18T17:10:35.316-08:002011-02-18T17:10:35.316-08:00@ AKCraig ... Thanks! We don't have many Russi...@ AKCraig ... Thanks! We don't have many Russians in my group which led me to choosing them. Infantry first since we are going 500 points to start. And with infantry painted early then the rest will flow fast.<br /><br />@ Matt D ... I am gonna grab GW Devlin Wash as recommended in the FOW forums. If Brown wash looks good then the new wash will be awesome.<br /><br />@ JMHahn ... Thanks man ! Yeah after trying this method it is a nice fit to my painting OCD, speed and overall results. It looks good with Brown Wash and can't wait to try the Devlin Wash. I really enjoy the adventure so far and look forward to fleshing out the forces.jmezz382https://www.blogger.com/profile/03324832418577291106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-62816801757706136602011-02-18T15:35:26.589-08:002011-02-18T15:35:26.589-08:00Both look pretty good. The newer style seems a bit...Both look pretty good. The newer style seems a bit more subtle in blacklining/creases, which depending on the style you want to achieve works both ways. <br /><br />Having watched a friend work through his pile of Russian lead the best advice I can offer is find the intersection of your personal tastes in time and visual appeal. Since you will have plenty to paint it's important not to get burnt-out painting at a level of detail that is maddening for you to keep up and see to completion. <br /><br />That being said, love the blog, and a great start to your Russians.JMHahnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11347641400879503827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-65164319483685038202011-02-18T14:26:31.489-08:002011-02-18T14:26:31.489-08:00looking good, I am working on a 600 point Russian ...looking good, I am working on a 600 point Russian force for our escalation league. I have been using the GW greyphone sepia wash on my Russians though they possibly could stand to be a little darker.Matt Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15733837617404787875noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5296926612919943782.post-83581515033168251292011-02-18T14:07:47.418-08:002011-02-18T14:07:47.418-08:00I'm glad another person is getting into Russia...I'm glad another person is getting into Russians. My dad has Russians and I play Germans and so most of our games are Eastern front. Their is nothing better than screaming hordes of soviet soldiers and tanks. <br /><br />The paint jobs looks good too. Are you starting with an Soviet Infantry Horde? <br /><br />FYI my Dad has like 3 full Russian Infantry Companies with rifles and one full company with SMGs plus all their support. I don't think he has enjoyed painting since he finished them and he lost his eye for detail in the process. I personally can't wait to collect a Russian Army, but I want to do Cossacks.CBax https://www.blogger.com/profile/05561664733351869010noreply@blogger.com