I've changed the name to Maynard from Manyard as it seems to be more likely.
I'm pleased to say he's now finished, a bit Hollywood in his appearance, but I think it works well.
It was very enjoyable to paint, and just a couple of areas that needed some extra work, but nothing
major.


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Malc

Oh yes, he has come out well. I like the subtlety of the colours you used for the sash and trousers, that was inspired. All round class act. Congratulations
Melanie

Thanks Melanie
Glad you like the choice of colours, much appreciated.

Malc

This turned out incredibly well. I see this more as a "character" sculpt rather than an ultra-realistic depiction of a pirate, so your paint job fits it perfectly. Vibrant, full of character and some lovely details. You seem to have captured a vert effective suntanned look on the face, the leather work is fantastic and the clothing is all very nicely handled. A great effort all round.

Thanks Nap, I think the pose suited the Hollywood look, and as I say it was fun to paint and do a little experimentation.

Malc

Thanks Nigel, I really appreciate your comments.

Malc

Beautiful paintwork

Mobo

That's worth a Wow Malc, it all works so well together, slightly theatrical, bold and bright with more character than one figure needs. Love it.

Cheers Simon

Excellent, Malc. Ive been tardy for most of the build, but the end results are spectacular! Awesome job, once again.

Great work, as usual Malc.

Thanks Simon, much appreciated, looking forward to seeing you at the Faversham Show.


Malc

Thanks Steve, your comments are very much appreciated.

Malc

Cheers Nigel, looking forward to seeing you tomorrow.

Malc

Thanks Mobo, much appreciated.

Malc

Hi Steve, many thanks for your kind comments.

As for the leather work, the belt was initially given a basecoat of Vallejo Chocolate brown, following this some black was added and used to darken the edges.
This was dabbed on to give an uneven finish.
For the weathering/ scuffed appearance. I started off adding some random streaks with Scale 75 Walnut, them dabbing some Orange leather here and there to vary the effect. Orange Leather + Birch was used for the edges. For me personally it lacked a little vibrancy, so I added a glaze of burnt Umber oils.
( You can use artists acrylics to get the same effect.) I let that dry thoroughly before applying another coat.
To finish off and bring out the Orange a bit more I dabbed on some Rowney Chrome Orange Deep and carefully blended it in.

It's easy to vary the effect to suit whatever figure/bust your working on.
Hope this helps.

Malc

Very nice Malc.

Thanks Mike, much appreciated.

Malc

Hollywood, Schmollywood. It's a fun piece and so well painted, I can tell you had fun with this one.