Popular Post Dragoneye Posted November 2, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted November 2, 2016 (edited) Images can be found here: https://dragoneyeminiatures.wordpress.com/2016/11/01/2016-10-30-pearl/Pearl started out as a monochromatic painting challenge (on a purple theme) that I didn’t finish. I got the idea to do ‘Sin City’ style accents on her scales with Mint Green (Reaper M.S.P. #09263). My happy trees brain went ‘ooh!’, then ‘ooh, ooh!’ and the colors flowed and, not so monochromatic anymore. But man, I love Mint Green now!The seaweed is my addition, and I did everything you’re not supposed to do, ’cause I didn’t know better. It’s a length of wire with green stuff flattened around it and yup, it bubbled and was a pain. I kept at it until it did what I wanted. Mint Green was no good for highlighting. I instead used Spring Green (Reaper M.S.P. #09146 – discontinued color), another lovely color and was quite pleased with the harmony/discord between the two greens.As is my wont, I painted the face first and considered the base last, to my detriment. On the base are talus rocks tossed on and colored to match the figure with a hint of underwater lighting (there wasn’t enough space to pull that off effectively). Note to self: If I love to see obscure little details in bases…. so do others, add them! Part of an anchor, fish, an octopus… that’s fun and interesting; Colored rocks is boring.My light source is… just ok, I could do much better. I’ve figured out highlights, now I need to study shadows.Blending, sigh… I thought I had this, but alas, no. My blending is good in some areas, but not everywhere. Perhaps I felt rushed, but excuses aside, I need to work on my transitions more.I hate her and shall toss her in Pine Sol! No, she deserved her Silver and I love her. I thank the judges for their time and critiques. To sum up: Awesome colors. Quality of blending is inconsistent. Shadows are needed to define the light source and the base is boring. Edited November 2, 2016 by Dragoneye 27 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleBluberry Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 She is beautiful and I love her!! The sculpted kelp was the perfect touch. Thanks for sharing!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glitterwolf Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 A well deserved silver. She's beautiful! The critiques given are meant to improve, do not be too harsh about it. She is awesome! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragoneye Posted November 2, 2016 Author Share Posted November 2, 2016 A well deserved silver. She's beautiful! The critiques given are meant to improve, do not be too harsh about it. She is awesome! Oh, no, I'm grateful for the critiques! My intent was to share them and reinforce what I learned this year. I was joking about dipping her! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pingo Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 The juxtaposition of purple and green gives her a lovely iridescence. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glitterwolf Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 A well deserved silver. She's beautiful! The critiques given are meant to improve, do not be too harsh about it. She is awesome! Oh, no, I'm grateful for the critiques! My intent was to share them and reinforce what I learned this year. I was joking about dipping her! Phew! If we joke like that we use purple, then it's clear to all. Like : I hate Bacon! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragoneye Posted November 2, 2016 Author Share Posted November 2, 2016 A well deserved silver. She's beautiful! The critiques given are meant to improve, do not be too harsh about it. She is awesome! Oh, no, I'm grateful for the critiques! My intent was to share them and reinforce what I learned this year. I was joking about dipping her! Phew! If we joke like that we use purple, then it's clear to all. Like : I hate Bacon! Ah, I see... thanx 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KruleBear Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 Neat. The eyes and color transitions at the bottom of the tail are really well done. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessie Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 She turned out excellently. Love the highlights on her scales. Also love the dim shading on her skin and the hints of alternate colors coming out in her hair and the tip of her tail. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Chaoswolf Posted November 3, 2016 Moderator Share Posted November 3, 2016 I didn't realize she was your piece when we were still at the 'con. Great work on her! You've already talked about the base, which is the only thing I would've mentioned. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragoneye Posted November 4, 2016 Author Share Posted November 4, 2016 I didn't realize she was your piece when we were still at the 'con. Great work on her! You've already talked about the base, which is the only thing I would've mentioned. Thanks! I hate basing. Aw, damn!... now I've said it. sigh. (if I hate something I have to do more of it until I like it) ...expect to see more bases from me... *pout* I'll do a write up on my Undead Beholder next week, when I can squeeze in some time (this is in seriously short supply). He wasn't judged so I'll be looking for good critiques. I also need to post a WIP! I started a new one today using techniques I picked up at the con, and I love it! Sheesh, I'm really thrilled about brown paint on plastic....lol 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glitterwolf Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Did you say Undead Beholder??? I'm interested to see that! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragoneye Posted November 4, 2016 Author Share Posted November 4, 2016 Did you say Undead Beholder??? I'm interested to see that! Yup! From Magnificent Egos (available from Piazo). He was fun to paint... I'm still not sure if being undead makes him more or less scary. Definitely creepy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malefactus Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 She has BEAUTIFUL eyes. Your creation is LOVELY, well deserving her award. VERY WELL DONE! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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