Stern Kestrelmann Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 I had been looking forward to painting this sweet sculpt since I saw it in the "Greens" last year. Beautiful lines and balance on this model. I add a few extra "details" that I felt needed to be added to give the model a bit more life (IMO). Thus, the linky linky... Enjoy. SK Elven Dryad 1 Elven Dryad 2 Elven Dryad 3 Elven Dryad 4 Elven Dryad Close-up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valloa Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 I like the skin tones and the tall grass on the base sets the tree off nicely. :) Maya~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkayn Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 The static grass does add a nice element to the miniature. I like the work on the sword personally. Is that NMM? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stern Kestrelmann Posted January 25, 2009 Author Share Posted January 25, 2009 Thanks you two. Valloa- I looked at your version of the model for initial guidance. Thanks... Arkayn- Aye, NMM it is indeed my friend. Painting the leaves and vines around the blade was a challenge fer me... SK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimL Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Fantastic, the base really adds a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabberwocky Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Another fine piece, SK! You have really been busy this winter...I'll be bummed when it gets warm enough for you to golf again... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilwarin Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Beautiful work! I love the skin tones, they are flawless. The base is beautiful too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikerdrew Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Nice work on this figure. The skin is beautifully done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanael Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Really gorgeous work on this one. That skin is amazing. I'm also really excited to see your basing around the roots of that tree. I dig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valloa Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Valloa- I looked at your version of the model for initial guidance. Thanks... SK Cool. I think yours is much superior, the grass and the other "additions" make a big difference. Maya~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stubbdog Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 ok, got several things. Overal the skin tones are very nice. I agree with everyone that the static grass works well. Couple of things that stand out to me though... First, the nipples are a little too "bright". Or at least to quickly. they need to blend a little more. And even though the skin tones are great... I also think it would look more convincing as a dryad coming out of the tree if ou were to blend in the tree colors into her skin tones in her legs. But even with those thoughts, still looks pretty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stern Kestrelmann Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 Hey thank for the feedback everyone. The base work seems very popular, perhaps I could do a tutorial on my base work... Valloa- What ever! Your piece rocks too! But thanks for your kind words. Stubbs- I gotta agree with you man... I had thought about trying to blend the line between her body and where it meets the tree, but was afraid I'd loose any contrast between the tree and the flesh... And yes, I am guilty of "Cartoon Nipples"... Too much contrast indeed, I was trying to "jewel" the paint to give them a little 3-D effect and got a litlte too excited in the process... Rest assured, I do appreciate your keen observations. SK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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