Just a note - the arms are magnetized so that they can swivel or even come off when smaller minis are crowded around them. It's not the first time I've seen magnets on a mini, but they work especially well for this particular model.
The rust patches on the model were created by basing the model brown and then sprinkling bits of rock on it. A green coat of paint was put over the model and then the rock salt was scraped off, leaving the brown exposed.
But here's the piece's awesome sauce...Nick cut off the foot of the colossal at an angle so that it looks like it's rising out of the water that he constructed. Now, it looks like the Galleon is rising up out of the ocean. I love how the water effect overlaps onto the rim of the base, too. Very evocative.
All for now.
The rustwork and basework look amazing. Good stuff Rucht.
ReplyDeleteThats a creative, inventive effect. I think a little gloss on the water and water dripping off would really drive it home. Maybe woodland scenics water effect or something like that?
ReplyDeleteThis thing is so freakin' cool.
ReplyDeleteThe water is done with Vallejo water effects and a lot of dry brushing. That's a good idea to gloss the water though. I could paint some gloss varnish on the blue parts to make it look wet.
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