So this is where I stand with the Gonfanonier............

All that remains is the "outer" caparison, Chamfron, saddle and reins.............. hopefully I'll be able to post the "finished" pics by Wednesday or Thursday............

Banner, sheild and horse were painted in oils............the banner to show a different textile from the Knight's faded surcoat and horse's caparison, the sheild to depict dyed "red" leather used for the sheild covering, and the horse..........? Is there a better medium to paint a horse?

Ray

Looking really nice Ray! I love the reds. What mixes did you use for the tunic?

Joe

Beautiful Ray, especially the shield mate. Hardy

Rider looks great,looking frw to see it finished!
christos

Ray

Nice tunic and shield.I like the reds.

Harold

Miles Christi!

Coming up great my friend, I like the weathered red, looks a veteran! Come on a little more effort and almost done, push it a little bit to see it next Wednesday before the pilgrimage! I am smelling oils ... : )

Cerio

Ivan

looks very good so far !

Ray,
I like what you have done so far.
That shield is awesome.
Looking forward to your next step.

marc

I'm sure he's looking forward to getting off that sharp drill bit and sitting down on his saddle. Looks fantastic Ray.

he's looking good so far, It will be interesting to see how he looks sitting on the horse

Daniel

This is reaaly looking good, cant wait to see it completed. I to love your tones of red,very nice.
Cheers Andrew

Thank you so much everyone for your responsive feedback..........much appreciated!!

Pls forgive me if I don't reply to you individually or look into your threads/posts as you know I'm a slave painter till the Gonfanonier is RIDING but I do get a cig break and stretch the legs a bit from time to time..........

Cheers to everyone.........

Ray

Inspirational work as is all of your work Ray- of which I am a big fan.
I too admire the attention taken to apply the different tones and approach to red (the orange highlights are subtle yet faded -spot on mate) Makes me want to pick when up at the Chicago show! Can't wait to see the finished piece.

Excellent shades and lights on the reds and the cape. If the rest will be like this it's going to be a stunning piece.

Marcel.

Awesome looking standard rej!!!!!