DSM8017, Victorian Female Cat

[Metalchaos]

Good day everyone, here is a Dark Sword Miniatures, Critter Kingdoms - Anthropomorphic Animals   I painted this week. This Pretty Princess DSM8017, Victorian Female Cat is a two-piece model that was sculpted by Dave Summers. She looks a little anxious, I think she may be waiting for a late train. It was a challenge to paint all the folds and lace, I'm very pleased about its final look.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I also took pictures on how to paint cats eyes in six easy steps. Is it layering or wet blending? I don't even know… Anyhow, here is how I paint cat eyes. I use Reaper Miniatures MSP paint.

 

 

1. I paint the surrounding of the eyes in black or dark brown then paint the eye balls in beige. Beige is a color that covers black easily and it helps to get a brighter iris color.

 

 

2. The base color is a blend of 09226 peacock green and 09031 tanned leather.

 

 

3. I add more 09031 tanned leather to the blend and build up a paler focal point at the center of the eyes.

 

 

4. I add 09008 sun yellow in the blend to highlight the eye balls.

 

 

5. I use 09037 pure black to paint the vertical pupils typical to the cats.

 

 

6. And, I finally add 09039 pure white dots to act as reflections of ambient light.

 

 

 

Edited December 6, 2018 by Metalchaos

[SisterMaryNapalm]

The paintjob is great as always, but to be honest: I really don't like the sculpt.

[Adrift]

9 minutes ago, SisterMaryNapalm said:

The paintjob is great as always, but to be honest: I really don't like the sculpt.

Seconded haha.

 

Nice tie in using the fur color as a partial highlight on the dress.

[Flit]

She resembles my real  Pretty Princess Zari  cat.

[Warlady]

She's gorgeous - those greens are amazing!  And thanks for the quick tutorial on cat eyes - very helpful.

[GHarris]

I like the paint job and I like the sculpt! It finally answers the eternal question "Can a cat have junk in the trunk?"

Edited December 6, 2018 by GHarris
Corrected spelling error

[Corsair]

MC, I love the mini and the beautiful job you did on her. Thanks for the tutorial too, very clear and easily understood.

[Glitterwolf]

Awesome!!!

[KruleBear]

Nice and great sbs on the eyes. 

[Iridil]

Beautiful greens on the dress! I like the light playing along the folds on both sides!

[Cicciopiu]

...speechless...
top!

[malefactus]

She is a LOVELY creation; a BEAUTIFULLY painted rendition of a DELIGHTFUL miniature...a difference of opinion is what makes a horse race. Your color selection is OUTSTANDING. VERY WELL DONE!

You may very well have given me the deciding nudge to send off a Dark Sword order. It is ALL your fault...having an excuse is a wondrous thing; thanks.

[Metalchaos]

Thanks for all your comments, even if we all have different tastes, I appreciate your feedbacks. I personally prefer painting monsters, but it's also challenging to paint different model and I don't mind painting a various models as long as it pleases someone. It may not show that much but all these folds were complicated to paint because of the curves. I had to puch myself and I'm happy with the final result. Today I started painting Ali Sparrow the female Cat Pirate. Who doesn't like Pirates? Yo ho!

 

1 hour ago, malefactus said:

She is a LOVELY creation; a BEAUTIFULLY painted rendition of a DELIGHTFUL miniature...a difference of opinion is what makes a horse race. Your color selection is OUTSTANDING. VERY WELL DONE!

You may very well have given me the deciding nudge to send off a Dark Sword order. It is ALL your fault...having an excuse is a wondrous thing; thanks.

 

Thanks for you fun comment Malefactus, you can put the blame on me, I have broad shoulders. 

[Redd Knekk]

Stunning layering and highlighting  as always. I was just about to ask for a WIP on this, then you gave the steps for the eyes. THANK YOU so much for that, and keep up the amazing anthropomorphic art!