Nixon Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 I need some advice on how to finish my Tree-Revenants. They are very close to being done, but they do seem a bit unfinished. Im planning on giving the hair a few more highlights to make it stand out. But still, the models seems a bit off somehow, maybe its the lack of contrast? Any advice would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonlizardfromouterspace Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Finish the base, then decide what to do next Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ansuz Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 You could try to paint the runes and the eyes in a contrasting color. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soulsmith Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 I'd give the runes the same colour as the skin, as if it's shining through the bark. That my make them less harsh against one another. But yes bases, maybe make them warm autumnal? Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pez5767 Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Very nice. As I see it, the issue is that the contrast between the light blue of the skin and the dark brown of the wood is too strong and as a result, it looks like 2 separate pieces rather than 1 unified being. There are a couple ways to fix this. Bring some cool grey/blue tones into the highlights on the legs and the clawed hands, or bring some of the darker browns into the wood up above their heads (especially over the right shoulder). Another option would be to use Lahmia Medium to thin some of the brown you used on the legs and build a little transition zone on the lower abdomen of the elf-like spirit part and the wood. However, that said, these really are very nice paintjobs. I'm looking forward to seeing the rest of the force! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
audre Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 I agree with pez5967 - additionally, perhaps you might try some washes to provide contrast to all the nooks and crannies and bring out details. The issue with washes, however, is that you may need to go over the lighter spots again to regain your highlights. dry brushing to get even more texture consider accentuating some of the shadowed areas with a bit darker colors I am also looking forward to seeing what you decide to do next! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nixon Posted July 16, 2016 Author Share Posted July 16, 2016 Thanks everybody. Your advice is very appreciated. Im still not sure what to do, but I will see if basing, runes and some added highlights to the spirit part will solve the matter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lysandestolpe Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I like them a lot, I just feel that the hair would have a little more zest if it was contrasted from the skin. Looking forward seeing them completed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucio Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I'd suggest a wash with Nuln oil to build up the definition, particularly on the spirit section, it'll build up the definition and provide that depth (see the image below for an idea of what it looks like) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nixon Posted July 19, 2016 Author Share Posted July 19, 2016 Thanks again. I cant wait to get back home and finish the job. So many ideers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nixon Posted July 20, 2016 Author Share Posted July 20, 2016 I have put a little more work into them, hope you can spot the difference. Thanks again for the advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsewell Posted July 21, 2016 Share Posted July 21, 2016 On 7/18/2016 at 5:24 PM, Lucio said: I'd suggest a wash with Nuln oil to build up the definition, particularly on the spirit section, it'll build up the definition and provide that depth (see the image below for an idea of what it looks like) I'd advise to use a thinned (with medium, ~1:3) Coelia Greenshade instead of nuln oil. OP, They're looking good! Although I like the weapons being in the "spirit", your color choices and implementation in yours look great. The only thing I can see from this photo that you missed are the gems in some of the gold trinkets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nixon Posted July 22, 2016 Author Share Posted July 22, 2016 Done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lysandestolpe Posted July 22, 2016 Share Posted July 22, 2016 YES! That is what I am talking about. Every area has a change in contrast or color. It makes the model look complete and professional. Very well done. Be proud of your work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nixon Posted July 22, 2016 Author Share Posted July 22, 2016 Thank you. What a nice comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalseVariableX Posted July 22, 2016 Share Posted July 22, 2016 On July 15, 2016 at 7:54 AM, Ansuz said: You could try to paint the runes and the eyes in a contrasting color. I would add a bit of a green wash to the runes and eye recesses to add a bit more depth. Bringing the hair up to white on the highlights will help as well. These are looking really great though! I'm looking forward to building mine up and painting them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pez5767 Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 The green on the knees and the green on the base really work to even out the model and make it balanced. These look terrific. Nice work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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