Saturday, 26 December 2015

From DavidL - Bug-Eyed Martians (15 Points)


Hoo-boy, I am shaking off the rust! I did a fair amount of painting over the summer, but it's been a few months since I picked up the brush. So a small project as I stretch my muscles by way of a Christmas gift for my dear old Dad.

He's a big fan of 50s sci-fi, and has a modestly-sized toy collection in that vein, so when I saw these figures from Hydra Miniatures I knew I had to get them, paint 'em up, and make a contribution to his collection.

Since they're meant for display, I didn't spare the garish colors and gloss varnish touches. I think he'll be pleased with the results.

These look absolutely brilliant David and I'm sure your dad must be delighted with the gift. I really like the saturated colours you went with, especially their groovy red boots and the purple rim on the bases. Very cool!
These three mean little green men will give you 15 points for your debut on the roster. Welcome aboard David!

Posted by David Larkins at 3:10 am
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21 comments:

  1. Juan Mancheño26 December 2015 at 03:33

    Great painting work. They look really... dangerous!

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  2. Michael Awdry26 December 2015 at 03:37

    They are so much fun, I love them!

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  3. Clint26 December 2015 at 04:18

    If Hydra miniatures were easy to get hold of I am sure I would get these now! They really do look splendid

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  4. Sander26 December 2015 at 05:51

    Briliant colours, hope your Dad likes them!

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  5. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)26 December 2015 at 06:34

    Nice! Very retro.

    Christopher

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  6. DaveD26 December 2015 at 07:40

    Excellent ... Just how I imagine bug eye Martians to look.

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  7. Rog26 December 2015 at 09:13

    Very nicely painted - and so funny looking! Cheers!

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  8. Sean26 December 2015 at 10:00

    Fantastic. I love these Mars Attacks like figures. I think they call out for an extreme colors. I like the added touch of the purple base rim as well.

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  9. Ray Rousell26 December 2015 at 10:31

    Very unusual Dave! Great work!

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  10. david bromley26 December 2015 at 12:26

    Little green men...they look great! ;)

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  11. Ian26 December 2015 at 13:30

    Your Dad should be well pleased, they look great

    Ian

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  12. Samuli26 December 2015 at 13:41

    Very nice work! And a nice choice of subject! Certainly something different

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  13. Millsy26 December 2015 at 15:19

    Very nice indeed. I'm sure your Dad will love em.

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  14. Millsy26 December 2015 at 15:21

    Very nice indeed. I'm sure your Dad will love em.

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  15. Steve26 December 2015 at 17:21

    Very cool minis, they look great!

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  16. Evan Hughes26 December 2015 at 18:36

    Ack! Ackack ack. Ack!*

    *Translation: Great Work! Love those 50's BEMs!

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  17. David Larkins26 December 2015 at 20:14

    Thanks everyone! I gave him the BEMs yesterday, and he was totally surprised and blown away. He got a bit bug-eyed himself. ;)

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  18. Moiterei_198427 December 2015 at 03:07

    Very cool! The bright colours are spot on.

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  19. TamsinP27 December 2015 at 08:46

    Very nice work David, ack ack! :)

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  20. Barks27 December 2015 at 17:56

    The brain veins are cool!

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  21. Jonathan6 January 2016 at 19:54

    Lovely colour scheme on these fun miniatures.

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