Hi Gang
I used to do a lot of "Flats" many moons ago before switching to "rounds"and I have recently picked up the brushes again to have another go
Its a complete different discipline regarding the painting but highly enjoyable, Just ask Roger!
These two I picked up recently, to try again. I think I might have gone over the top with shading especially the pirate! but tell me what you think, dont spare the punches!
Cheers
John

You've done a good job on these John and I definitely don't think you've overdone the shading, it looks good. In fact I would shade Richelieu like you have Blackbeard.
I would put some higher lights on Richelieu's face too, tip of nose and top of cheekbones but that's only a small suggestion not a critique of your work.
I've said this a few times on here already but it's worth repeating, when you think you've finished highlighting and shading leave it a day or so and go back again lighter and darker.
I've always fancied a go at that Richelieu figure myself.

Thanks Roger, good advice well received
The Richelieu figure is an old favorite and well worth a second look
Cheers
John

Nicely done sir !

There's a whole world of unusual pieces available in this format that are wonders of engraving.
I like your selection and style.

Paul.

I like it but I think Roger is correct and needs more highlights to give the rounded effect. Still I am no a flat painter
Cheers
John

Thanks gents, all good feedback

John. I paint sometimes flats too and can only agree with Roger. Some more highlights IMO at face of Richelieu but I know that I have problems with hightlights and shades too. Red is a difficult colour for me and I have always problems with the highlights so that it look right. But I think some more contrast in the red would be great.
I have Blackbeard in my gray army too and I like your version