Bones V: Narthalyssk 1120 (medium size dragon)

[Zloyduh]

My first time painting something bigger than a regular size mini.  I kind of learned as I went.  Lots of dry brushing went in on the scales and the wings.  Overall, I'm happy with the outcome, especially given that it's a first time deal.  I will definitely try out bigger things in the future.  The one thing I'm sort of disappointed in is the black lining on the chest-stomach area.  The grooves weren't smooth, and I couldn't seem to keep those lines clean.  Maybe there is a better/smoother way of doing it?  Some sort of a controlled wash?  Let me know!  As always, all sorts of comments are welcomed! 🙂

 

EDIT:  I realized that he has a name and a number.  Narthalyssk 1120 from the core set.  I'll make sure to refer to the KS graphic for the future posts.

 

Edited August 23, 2021 by Zloyduh
Included name and number.

[Darcstaar]

Looks great.  The lining:  maybe thin the paint a little more, or add some flow improver.  Use magnification.  At the end of the day, it really depends on how steady your hand is.  And, if you want it super even, we all just have to touch up certain areas.

[Kangaroorex]

I think you did pretty well with the belly scales and the wing color scheme is terrific!  Keep up the good work!

[Glitterwolf]

Looks great!

You could try Inks for lining or Reaper Brown Liner which is meant for it.

[Zloyduh]

7 hours ago, Darcstaar said:

Use magnification.  

 

I was actually wondering about this for some time. Anything worth recommending?

[Zloyduh]

5 hours ago, Glitterwolf said:

You could try Inks for lining or Reaper Brown Liner which is meant for it.

 

I'm not exactly sure how to work with those. I'd have to search for some example or a tutorial. Anything out there you could point me to?

[Chaoswolf]

1 hour ago, Zloyduh said:

9 hours ago, Darcstaar said:

Use magnification.  

 

I was actually wondering about this for some time. Anything worth recommending?

I use an Opti-visor, but there are other brands out there that are probably just as good.

 

Very nice work on the dragon.

[Glitterwolf]

56 minutes ago, Zloyduh said:

 

I'm not exactly sure how to work with those. I'd have to search for some example or a tutorial. Anything out there you could point me to?

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kl5GnGCw6Co

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBMshUuJl98

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75pNUwuP_JY

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIOw7XxcrB4

[Iridil]

Beautiful - especially the wings!

[Jeronimus]

As mentioned above, the color on the wing membrane is phenomenal.

The belly scales look neat too! The gradient on them looks wonderful. About the lining, I will say it seems to me like multiple brushstrokes on each section. It's either that which is causing these irregular spots at certain intervals, or maybe you are trying one motion but the brush 'won't stay straight', which I've also cursed over a few times as well... I think it's probably a matter of control - I find lining a pretty hard thing to do, and on most pictures, I see no real fault with yours!

[Pochi]

Nice color choices. I love the wings!

[billeecats]

That green and purple works so well, super work! I might just steal your color scheme for mine 😁

[Neatpete]

Great colors!

[ChumBucket]

Really cool! Love the colors on the wings and spine ridge 

[thorngrove]

Lovely! I really like the colour scheme and scaling.