New Skink Priest 70% done

Hi all, just spend about 4 to 5 hours on this new Skink Priest, I like this model a lot and I thought of what colour should the feathers be.

I ended up with this and I am quite glad with the outcome! A bit tough to get proper highlight on the red feathers tho. I didn't thin the paint enough and some parts are already quite thick as it is.

It is about 80% done, just need to refine highlight and complete the feather pattern at the back and finish the eyes and base.

Feedback?





Shot with Canon EOS 60D, EF-S 60mm Macro

That..looks...Amazing!

I love it!

Sadly, I cannot help you with tips/tricks. But a big Wowsers is all I can add

The Hunted

Great work, i love those green feathers with the white end. Consider it a borrowed idea. What colour is that last feather going to be?

The green feathers are indeed awesome! Nice work!

How did you paint the base?

It looks really vibrant! Post up the finished product too!

Thanks!

About the base, since I base coat it white, I just use a heavy black wash, then 3-4 dry brushing of grey/brown/yellow/white

I feel that the staff does not stand out but I don't know how to "highlight" gold. Perhaps mixing silver with gold to get it lighter and put it on the edge

Yeah, a mix of silver and gold, building up the layers until mostly silver. I have no idea how to highlight those red feathers, though. Really nice colour, though.

You could possibly change the fin colour on his head, so it contrasts a little more. Meanwhile, those green feathers look absolutely stunning! As does the skin.