Block painted and stained with Minwax the figures from the two boxes.
Decided to paint up a couple units in livery colors for the Duke of Norfolk - azure and tawny (blue and orange). I not only didn't have units already in these colors, but they were at quite a few battles, to include Tewksbury and Bosworth. Also, units of pikes and crossbows are in Burgundian livery; bows and pole armed guys in tawny to add to the Earl of Oxford's units; a few more pikemen in red and white livery to up the earlier unit to 16 figures, as I plan to have pikes based 4 per 40mm squared to give them a more close order look; and fiinally a small (6-figure) unit of handgunners in generic red.
Above are the figures block painted before staining.
They'll be sprayed with matte and then given highlights before basing. Until next time, thanks for stopping by and wishing you all the best!
Nicely done, Dean! This is quite a batch of figures to tackle. Say, can you find Minwax Satin Tudor anymore? If not, what are you using as a substitute?
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot, Jonathan. I picked up a can from Amazon. The local Ace Hardware used to carry it,but they've been out sometimes. For small projects, I've use Future/Pledge floor wax mixed with Vallejo Flesh and black ink stain with good results. However, for larger projects like this one, Minwax works better. Warm regards, Dean
DeleteLooking great Dean!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Michal! Best regards, Dean
DeleteExcellent work as always Dean. I think the Miniwax must be a N American thing - I have only ever seen it mentioned by you, to be honest - but Jon is obviously aware of it, too.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Keith. Yes, I think it must be - it's similar to Army Painter Dark Stain, from what I understand (I've never used the latter). Kindest regards, Dean
DeleteDean, looking good. You have been productive!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much, Joe! Kind regards, Dean
Delete'Minwax' is a line of stains for woodwork that has been around and carries a great reputation for consistency.
ReplyDeleteYes, I think it's what folks called "Miracle Dip" - or something similar - in the past.
DeleteLovely looking figures- I've never heard of Minwax- but it certainly does a great job.
ReplyDeleteThanks, John! I believe it is very similar to Army Painter Dark Stain, but cheaper :) Kindest regards, Dean
DeleteSuperb work as usual Dean.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Richard! Best regards, Dean
DeleteExcellent progress Dean, your knocking them out as always!
ReplyDeleteBest Iain
Thanks, Iain! It's made in consider getting more Mercenaries boxes to build up some pike units for other armies. Warmest regards, Dean
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