This is a weird submission, I admit.
I joined this Challenge to find the motivation to paint my Late War German Bolt Action army. And, thus far, I have followed that goal; six of what will be my Veteran Grenadier squad are painted. And then, with a month abroad looming, I thought I'd try and jump in early on the Armour challenge week with one of my Panzer IVs.
Hopefully these pictures don't highlight (too much) my departure from historical colour palettes. I apologize to any and all military or historical purists viewing these pictures. Please, forgive me.
Mr Tank by himself for the Armour Challenge.
Here, then, is my first entry for this competition and my last for at least the next 4 to 5 weeks. I know I will have some catching up to do, and a not a lot of time to do so, but I am very excited to continue participating in this event.
Until next time,
Phill.
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First off, welcome to the Challenge, Phill! It's great to have you along with us this year out.
These figures look very fine with lots of character and a punchy colour palette - they definitely look like a bunch of devil-may-care veterans. I also really like how you did their basework for them, with their shattered brickwork and scattered debris.
It's great to see a early model Panzer IV. We often see the later 'H' version with the armoured skirting, so this fellow is a refreshing change of pace. I like the weathering on the tracks, exhaust and ventilation grills. (PS: I slipped seeing your note on this being for the Armour theme round so I'll pop this in there as well when the time comes.)
Well, this is a nice start to a beautiful relationship. Now, just remember to come back in 5 weeks! ;)
