Step 2.5 Hoof Highlights and Green Bases. . .

A close-up of two of the many Chestnut horses -- about 2/3 of the 36 mounts -- comprising this batch of figures. A whole herd, really.

After another few painting sessions of varying lengths the last two or three days, remote work and child permitting, the many hooves have been highlighted (Yes, I know.), and the bases given a coat of Citadel War Boss Green (ex-Goblin Green). Sessions in the painting chair seem to be between about 30-90 minutes lately, some evenings a bit longer, but when the ol' eyes start to grow tired, it's time to stop for the night. My old 000 sable was again used for hoof highlights while an old #4 synthetic round that no longer has a good point was fine for greening up the bases. A few touch-ups here and there, of course, but it's about time to begin painting in the reins, bridles, and other assorted straps and metal bits.

-- Stokes

And once again, the obligatory shot of the whole batch, which is actually starting to come together nicely I think. Much like the faces and hands on human figures, the green bases really help pull everything together.

Comments

Independentwargamesgroup said…

Thats quite a herd you have there Stokes, you are making great progress.

3:04 AM

Chris Kemp said…

Practically a stampede :-)

Regards, Chris.

1:05 PM

Bluewillow said…

Good stuff, chesnuts often through cream off white hooves on white points, good for variation

Cheers
Matt

2:57 AM

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