mathewbaich Posted May 9, 2008 Share Posted May 9, 2008 hello all! I have a question about to get a finer base detail for my minis. I like the detail on the integrated bases that have been coming out lately and i would love to have a base full of that very nice detail? any way I can do this quickly and effectively? or should I just sculpt it myself? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pae Posted May 9, 2008 Share Posted May 9, 2008 Do you have some examples of the types of things you might be looking for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Architect of Old Posted May 9, 2008 Share Posted May 9, 2008 There are thousands of ways you can make a very nice display base, as well as a plethora of objects and materials. As flynn said, do you have any examples of particular bases you are trying to achieve? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathewbaich Posted May 9, 2008 Author Share Posted May 9, 2008 well the only examples I can think of are the newer reaper minis with the very fine details of rocks and grain and such on their bases. I just need a way of getting that smaller detail as sand just doesn't seem to cut it any more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rastl Posted May 9, 2008 Share Posted May 9, 2008 Texture pastes come in various grades. I like using 'Scenic Sand' from the garden store as it has various grades of sand and teeny little rocks that always seem to adhere in the perfect spot on the base. By 'grain' I assume you're talking about wood grain. That's as fine as your tools will let you carve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathewbaich Posted May 10, 2008 Author Share Posted May 10, 2008 I mean 'grain' by how big the grains of sand are, think grades of sand paper. I need a finer grit if that helps any. I thought about mixing some sand in with some modeling putty and using that as a paste of sorts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rastl Posted May 10, 2008 Share Posted May 10, 2008 Hit the art section and look for texture pastes. They have a wide scale of coarse to fine. Most of them even have sample swatches so you can see how they look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l33t ninj4 Posted May 10, 2008 Share Posted May 10, 2008 I have a philosophy on basing: Keep It Simple Stupid (it somehow makes it K.I.S.S. not sure how...) All I use is sand, static grass, and clump foliage. My basesw look good for table top quality. And remember, you don't want the base to out do the model itself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rastl Posted May 10, 2008 Share Posted May 10, 2008 I yelled at mathew in unofficial IRC chat and Blue Weasel chimed in. We both sent him to the art aisle for texture pastes. I'll be bringing him samples of some of the texture pastes I use. Properly labeled, of course. I use the sand method a lot on my bases but many of them get the texture paste instead, just because I have different ideas about how it should look. The paste I prefer looks like dirt in comparison to the sand, which looks like gravel. It's all about personal preferences. Blue Weasel and I got into it a bit about brand loyalty. A few exclamation points and mild accusations and then all was sunshine and sweetness. If you want more info on the unofficial IRC chat check out Shakandra's profile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathewbaich Posted May 11, 2008 Author Share Posted May 11, 2008 I actually am trying something new to get some base detail. I covered the base in some two part epoxy and just pushed the sand into it to where I could control what kinds of grit I was getting. It looks good, I guess I'll find out when I paint it. Although I am interested in the paste still. Thanks a bunch Rastl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pae Posted May 12, 2008 Share Posted May 12, 2008 One thing that I've been using lately for rocks -- bark chips. I have a bunch of mulch outside that is of the right size for this. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claymoore Posted May 12, 2008 Share Posted May 12, 2008 I mean 'grain' by how big the grains of sand are, think grades of sand paper. I need a finer grit if that helps any. I thought about mixing some sand in with some modeling putty and using that as a paste of sorts. Essentally that is what Gel Mediums offer. I have few in different grits but use Golden's Coarse Pumice Gel the most. It is finer than the name indicates. Liquitex Texture Gels Sand and Resin Sand are also useful. As Rastl said they usually have swatches at the art supply stores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paintminion Posted May 13, 2008 Share Posted May 13, 2008 I'm fond of Renaissance Ink's Flocking Gels--basically textured pastes of various coarsity/fine-ness. Also these days liking to make my own putty rocks and using a combo of insulation foam and "Fine" flocking gel for quick rock-wallish bases, like on my ReaperCon Sophie that was just auctioned off. Then there's flock used as moss, sponging for stone texture and lichen, cool paper leaves...brass etched ferns...Woodland Scenics water effects...some rather extra fine grit from my hubby's workplace not commercially available, but cool nonetheless, so start asking your friends about what they might be able to find for you! ...oh, well, I've just described my entry for ReaperCon this year. Coming soon to a webpage near you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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