Adding more ACW to my collection. I'm kind of reluctant to move to other periods at the moment as I really need to add some units to play some scenario's I have in mind. This is the first cavalry unit I've done for this collection as cavalry always lags behind with me.
Almost all my major collections are lacking in cavalry and that's because I really don't like painting horses with all the straps and flesh to cover not to mention the riders typically have more fiddly bits then infantry! However, this year I've decided to try and put my head down and get some finished so I can increase the scenario's to play.
The figures are from Old Glory Sash and Saber line which really pack some character which I tend to lean towards. They are not as big as Perry and certainly not Redoubt, but work great in their own units. The colors used were mostly Foundry paints with some Vallejo here and there.
Next up probably more ACW and cavalry, but I really never know if that will be the case.
Thanks for Viewing!
Miniatures- Sash and Saber
That's 6 28mm cavalry figures at 10pts. each for a total of 60pts.
Christopher
I sympathise with you, Christopher, I'm not too fond of painting horses either. But, I have to say that you did a great job on these! And very nice figures they are too, full of character. Great brushwork, neat painting and effective highlighting. I hope that they may feature in many a scenario. I'm looking forward to seeing more! 60 points it is.
Martijn
Beautifully done. At least you never need much ACW cavalry. Horses do even mass with oils is always a way to investigate. Easy and quick !
ReplyDeleteThank you kindly Dave. That's true I don't need a lot of cavalry for ACW except a few scenario's which is a blessing. I'm aware of the oil method, but it doesn't quite give the effect I'm looking for.
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Superb Christopher, a lovely looking unit. Quite a few of my ACW collection are Sash and Sabre.
ReplyDeleteThank you very much and it a very nice range for sure.
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Some excellent painting here, including details like the socks on tbe horses. You are right, noone likes painting cavalry!
ReplyDeleteThank you I appreciate that and indeed most of us don't like painting horses!
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Beautiful brushwork Christopher!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much Curt!
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Awesome work here Christopher! Especially since they are cav, which suck to paint!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much Byron! Horses do suck to paint, but look nice on the table so there is that at least!
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Fantastic work on these cavalry which I agree hurt to paint. I like Yorkshire's “easy” oil over acrylic recipe for painting horse.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the support and yes painful to paint. Ken's method is useful and popular with several painters, but doesn't give the effect that matches how I paint my figures.
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I see what you mean about the figures being packed with character, terrific work!!
ReplyDeleteCheers Steve and they really do say a lot with their movements and expressions in the sculpts!
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Beautiful figures and cracking paint work. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThank you kindly Peter!
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Excellent brush work. The horses look fabulous and the riders as well. Well done.
ReplyDeleteThank you Bruce I appreciate the sentiment.
DeleteChristopher
Beautiful work! I always enjoy painting horses, but it's apparently an acquired taste.
ReplyDeleteThank you Peter and I wouldn't mind having some of your enthusiasm for painting horses!
ReplyDeleteChristopher
They look wonderful, Chris! Love the rich colours you used on the horses
ReplyDeleteReally wonderful horses Chris, each with bags of personality and rich colours. Looking forward to more from you now you’ve gotvtge bug firbour equine friends horse
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