Having cleared a bit of space on the bench after finishing the Elite Gendarme, decided to make a start on the latest acquisitions from CGS Miniatures, the David Grieve sculpted Lifeguard, Dismounted Order and Major, Black Watch. Both are exquisite pieces, beautifully cast and with very little clean up required. The face of the Black Watch Major is a gem and there is plenty of detail to get stuck into in the uniform although I must admit I’m dreading the tartan. The Lifeguard at first seems a little more reserved detail wise but the helmet detail is superbly rendered. So far it’s just the faces in oils. I’ve started on the Lifeguard helmet using Darkstar metallics. My intention is to give it a light wash of black oil paint then use pure silver to raise the shine. If you like painting faces you won’t be disappointed with either of these busts.

Nice paint star!

Superb fleshtones on both busts, Neal. Well done.

Nice work on the faces Neal, what a treat to see David Grieve back in action, hopefully many more to come.

Keith

Neal,
I will be following this one, great start on the flesh tones, really very good.

Outstanding faces Neal....great duo. . Mike

Thanks Nap. It is a one piece casting but not too bad to get at the eyes, fortunately. Had a quick look back at yours and Barrie’s takes on the Black Watch Major for reference.

Neal

Thanks santi.

Neal

Thanks Chris, really appreciated.

Neal

Thanks Keith. Couldn’t agree more with that sentiment.

Neal

Thanks Bob, appreciate the support.

Neal

Really appreciate the great comment Mike.

Neal

I didn't know David Grieve was still around , faces look superb nice work in oils , re Dark star metallics ! I find them a bit grainy , I know other people swear by them
but these guys generally are from the fantasy world of modelling .
Look forward to your updates and THE TARTAN

Thanks for the comments Ronaldinho. I still use some oil metallics and paste but so far I quite like the Darkstar paint.

Neal

Predictive text-uuuh. Thanks Ronaldo.

Neal

Been away for a few days so this is the first chance I’ve had to update. I’ve managed to get the tunics painted in oils although there seems to be a little reaction between the oils and the undercoat on the sleeve of the Black Watch Officer so I’ll go back over this once it’s thoroughly dry. I’ve started to lay in the basecoat for the bonnet and started on the plume and diced band. As for the Lifeguard, again managed to do the tunic and laid in a base for the facings. I’m slowly building up the colours on the helmet.

Stunning work!

Both look superb. Like the red coats so far.