Greetings,
This is a start on painting the 1/12 scale NZ,er 30cal gunner in Italy.The paint used is gouache and really like its texture,its a bit like acrylic but dries quicker .
Comments welcome.
Andy

Hi Andy, very good start. He looks like a real character.

Regards,John

Super start mate, yes a happy chappy f'sure.

Like the smoothness of your blending here, seem to be getting the hang of this painting thing as well as sculpting mate!

Hello All,
More progress with the gouache.It seems a smooth paint to use almost velvety in a way.comments welcome.
Andy

Is that Maimeri you are using Andy?

He looks a happy guy f'sure, brush strokes seem smooth & nice sharp colour contrast coming through here.

Mike

Mike,
A set of Reeves Gouache from the local Art Shop.
Andy

Hello All,
The left arm is added and the painting continues.comments welcome.
Andy

Really cool mate & you are working so fast on this one.

Mike

Hello All,
Some more progress,both arms and helmet added .The netting is a form of gauze soaked in a white glue and water mix then drapped over the helmet.With enough length or overhang of gauze over the helmet it is then given a twist to form the drap or tension over the helmet.Once dry the excess material can be cut away and then painted.
Comments welcome.
Andy

Andy great painting and a nice tip regarding the helmet cover, following.

Cheers Ken

Good progress mate & getting brighter with each step as you work your way down on this one.

Mike

Andy,
A very colourful and cheeky character, he is coming along nicely. almost a self portrait in a way.
Les

Hello All,
The 30cal has been assembled with a basic coat of black acrylic with some gouache washes.Barrel looks a little crook in one photo,will glue in later,comments welcome.
Andy