Too subtle?!? !?

Ditto. I'm of the opinion that contrasts can become too extreme, especially on the larger scale figures, which makes them rather cartoonish in appearance.

Dude, very impressive work. Incredibly smooth, those transitions are so well-done. And that face kicks ass

This is a great looking piece and you are doing him justice David. I have recently "rediscovered" my interest and passion for Imperial German subjects and this figure will be a nice addition to my collection. Thanks for sharing.

Jim

Gentlemen, thank you for your opinions..................................much appreciated

David

Mud chucking finished. Unless Jon spots a mistake this is completed! View attachment 88499

David

Carl, I used acrylics and Humbrols. I was wondering about using some of the weathering 'grease' and or 'wet' substances I've sometimes seen mentioned on the armour on here. Have you used it??

David

Thanks for that


David

Awesome painting on every elements, and love the mud too!

Great paintwork David!

Cheers,
Marcel.

Beautiful paint job. What a great looking figure.

DG

Not to me.

I'm also not a fan of the pronounced or exaggerated highlighting and shadowing that's so much in vogue the last few years but this is a softly-sculpted piece anyway, hard-edged shading would be inappropriate (wouldn't match what's actually there).

Einion

Nicely finished, and I love the weathering and the stains/dirt on this guy. Top-notch piece sir.

Really like your work David, this ones tremendous, bravo!

Rob

A new Jon Smith, an event worth waiting for. Lovely muted painting.
Pete

Really wonderful job on this David!!