The Kitchen Sink project log

[odmiller]

OK, the base is done. I'll take some better final pics once the models are done.

Here's the base. You can see the varnished water, the frame, and the teleport homer.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/basestep10sealantandframe.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/basestage11withmodels.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwbasedcu.gif

Bring it on!!!

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwthindisplaycu.gif

[eltanko]

That look fantastic ! Really amazing, and I see what you mean about not having much space for any 'nids, that things cram packed full of mariny goodness!

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Now, I've got to get back to finishing the next squad.

[Ragsta]

AWESOME.

I took one look at your latest stuff and thought Aliens, the sound of the motion trackers sprang to mind in particular.

This is very evocative work, I can imagine 'Stealers rising out of the water behind the Deathwing. Well done so far :)

[odmiller]

Thanks Ragsta. I actually painted one of the Sgt.s with an auspex in a homage to aliens.

I knocked out a basic terminator tonight.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwsquad3basic.gif

[odmiller]

Here's the next termie, sarge!

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwsquad3sgt.gif

[eltanko]

Again excellent, I really love the check pattern on the storm bolter, stands out really well.

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Thanks Eltanko, really nearing the homestretch now, just three more termies to go. I might be switching out the cyclone for a heavy flamer though. I guess I'll paint him last to give me time to decide.

[odmiller]

Here's the next guy, the LC termie.

I fixed the terminator honor on the shield already.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwsquad3lcfinal.gif

[eltanko]

The paint scheme really is simple and effective, but comes out so well!
Is it just simply a black undercoat with white?

ElTanko

[Aerebus]

Get that Rocketterminator that Flamer. Imho its not that intelligent to fire rockets in Hulks or narrow hallways.. :) But your work is great!

[odmiller]

Thanks Aerebus. The only reason I haven't yet made the switch is that it's a 40k army, so having the cyclone was the plan.

[Yayale]

Looking really awesome :D
Just a thought but maybe dirty up their boots a bit considering there's a lot of grime around and not all that much flooring in places.

[odmiller]

Looking really awesome :D
Just a thought but maybe dirty up their boots a bit considering there's a lot of grime around and not all that much flooring in places.

Yeah, I've debated this. The problem I find is that just a little weathering looks sloppy. If you're going to weather in one place, you have to do it across the model. I'll keep it in mind though. Part of me thinks I should.

[odmiller]

Here's the next guy, the thunderhammer termie. One to go.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwsquad3th.gif

[odmiller]

Here is the final DW termie in the 3rd Squad. On to the Dreadnaught next. I'll get a group shot tomorrow after I seal him.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwsquad3cyclonefinal.gif

[eltanko]

The red and black hazard stripes really look good, a nice contrast to the brightness of the rest of the model. Cant wait to see the dread :) is it going to be same scheme, with the red/black?

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Thanks eltanko. Glad you like them. The Dread will be in a similar scheme, only bigger!

[odmiller]

Here are some shots of the Terminators as they advance through the Space Hulk...

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/shdwcharactersfinal.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/shdwsquad1final.gif


http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/shdwsquad2final.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/shdwsquad3final.gif

[Batatius]

wow, just wow.
might i steal your scheme for some grey(ish) knights?

[odmiller]

Of course, it's not even mine to give. I think it would work well for Grey Knights and would love to see them.

[MrP]

Very nice work, old boy. I love those group shots, too.

[Sinisterfence]

that's pretty sweet, the only problem I have with it is that there is only flooring conveniently under the terminator's current positions?
surely it wouldn't be much to add a few more bits of debris to make it look plausible...

[odmiller]

Sinisterfence, the base isn't meant to be an exact fit, with each model dropping in a slot (which I could have done). It's more just a nice looking tray for carting the models around between games. This way I can add models and take them away without issues. I've built exact fit display trays before, but then I've found them less useful, or overly restrictive.

As for plausibility, eh, not really bothered.

Here's the next progress. I painted the metallic areas, and then gave the whole Dread a wash.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwdreadwip1.gif

[wikear]

your stuff is amazing, could you post pics of WIPs as you paint the model? thanks

[odmiller]

I think I have been. Every stage should have at least a couple examples. However, I'll make sure to snap some pics tonight when I work on the Dread.

Man, having all these space hulk themed termies ready sure feels good!

[MR.MAN]

Your work is great inspiration for my own deathwing, thank you. :)

[wikear]

I think I have been. Every stage should have at least a couple examples. However, I'll make sure to snap some pics tonight when I work on the Dread.

Man, having all these space hulk themed termies ready sure feels good!

Yep... can't wait to get my hands on the box :D I shall play the game soon. Apparently GW Stores are getting it soon

[odmiller]

Here's my update. I got a good chunk of the whites done. Just have to paint his vest.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwdreadwip2.gif

[eltanko]

How do you get the white looking so clean!!! very nice.
What colour is the "vest" going to be?

ElTanko

[odmiller]

It'll be white too. I'm just tired. I painted the white in multiple thin layers. I apply a section. Then come back to it once it has dried and paint another layer as necessary.

After the "vest" I'll highlight the metallic silver too.

[gonzosbignose]

ODM...

These Deathwing are breath taking...

Not only is the paint scheme extrordinarily crisp and well carried out, but the other details reflect increidlby on the great painting scheme.

ITs really nice to see also how you acheive it, with the black wash then highlight...

Love it!!!

Regards

My name is Daniel and I am a wargamer

[odmiller]

Thanks Daniel. Glad you like the finished effect. The dread's fun because he's basically just a big version of the termies, so he's have the hazard stripes, heraldry etc., just on a bigger scale.

[odmiller]

Here is the next step. First, with the base coat of white done.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwdreadwip3.gif

Then, with the silver highlighted and the areas blacked out for the lenses and hazard markings.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwdreadwip4.gif

[odmiller]

Here's my progress. Everything's done except the heraldry/stripes and the weathering.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwdreadwip5.gif

[eltanko]

That looks real good. With the extra markings it will look pretty much perfect. They all so so damn neat, really well painted.

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Thanks ElTanko. If all goes to plan, I should be done with the dread, and the whole project, tonight!

[eltanko]

But then what?!?!! What will I look at!!!!
Seriously though, do you have anymore plans in the pipeline?
How about another similar scene, that joins with this one, but full of 'Nids, for a real space hulk feel to it!!

ElTanko

[odmiller]

I think my first project is to jump back to my Gaunt's Ghosts thread. I have 20 more Ghosts to paint.

[odmiller]

Well, here's the finished Dread, meaning this project is finished. After I spray varnish tomorrow I'll take pics of the whole thing on the display base.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/dwdreadfinal.gif

[eltanko]

Excellent model to finish the project. Well done odd :)

ElTanko

[Batatius]

wow! more amazing models from odd!!
keep them up sir!

[odmiller]

Thanks guys.

Here is the final project. Viola!

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/shdwfinal.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/shdwfinalcu.gif

[wikear]

Wow! You blew my mind away!

Are you entering it to Golden Demon?

[Tommygun]

Very nice.
It looks like a small section of a Space Hulk game.

[odmiller]

Thanks guys. Unfortunately, I think (or know) the Golden Demon is well beyond my reach at the moment. These guys are tabletop quality at the most.

[eltanko]

Well I for one think they look great. Much better than I could paint! so be proud!
I think you could easily win painting comps with them!

ElTanko

[wikear]

Yeah, maybe you won't win, maybe... just maybe. The WHOLE thing looks awesome and that's what matters. Entering GD might give some recognition and why not give a shot? If I had anything even close to your standard, I would enter GD.

The world belongs to the bravest... so get your ass together and enter.

[Ragsta]

Dear Mr Odmiller

Firstly, apologies for lack of contact- I have been digging around for motivation and only recently found it underneath an old bomb shelter.

Secondly, a big well done on completing the Deathwing, that base and the models look great! You annoy me with your modesty about the paintjobs- everything lookgs very nice. I grant that they do make good TT quality :)

You should do a diorama some time, heck you're halfway there already! Nice stuff!

[odmiller]

Lol, thanks for the encouragement guys. I'm no coward, and have entered before, but I'm also realistic. I know where my pieces stand, and although they may look good from a distance, they simply aren't technically good enough. I make too many compromises for the sake of getting painting done in an acceptable time period.

I'm sure at some point in the future I'll try again, but I'll do something specifically for the GD.

[wikear]

hokay! I'll let you off this time mate :D hehe

[Vinsanity]

Good stuff, very space hulky ;) . I really like the dreadnought! Keep it up :)

[Slaaaaaanesh]

Very cool Spacehulk diorama thing. My favourite is the Librarian and the bubble ladder bit very atmospheric.

[odmiller]

Thanks guys. Glad you like them. The whole project went up on Ebay this week, but it was a blast to do.

[eltanko]

You selling them :(
if I painted mine this well I would keep them forever!

ElTanko

[Ragsta]

Lets us know how much it goes for, it could prove interesting...

[odmiller]

Lol, thanks elTanko. Will do Jihad.

[Temprus]

Thanks guys. Glad you like them. The whole project went up on Ebay this week, but it was a blast to do.
Just wish I had the cash to purchase these beauties! :cries:

[odmiller]

I decided to add a base to my second Valk. Notice the two Necromundian Guardsmen grimly holding the building below. The crew chief has a safety line to keep him from falling out. I've also included a family shot of both of the ladies.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/valk2w_base.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/valk2w_basefront.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/valksflying.gif

[MrP]

That's a really gorgeous piece of work, old boy. Lovely painting indeed!

[odmiller]

Thanks MrP. I'm still waiting to use them in a game unfortunately. Right now they just sit on a shelf.

[eltanko]

They are looking good, really like the diorama base going on, nice touch.

ElTanko

[Ragsta]

Must be a pretty darn impressive looking shelf tho! Make sure it's in your front room!

[Dragon Lord]

Those Valkyries look really good, the ruins on the bases bring them together very nicely, and the Space Hulk project was simply amazing, can't wait to see what you do next. I agree with Jihad, that must be quite an impressive shelf.

[odmiller]

Thanks Dragon. The space hulk project sold on ebay, so that will be making some space for me. My current project is a Gaunt's Ghosts one that I'm currently covering in another thread.

[eltanko]

How much did you get for that fine collection if you dont mind me asking?

ElTanko

[odmiller]

How much did you get for that fine collection if you dont mind me asking?

ElTanko

It sold for $350 or so, plus shipping.

[eltanko]

Wow, great sale, but with all the effort that went into it and the quality of it all, a bargain price :)

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Wow, great sale, but with all the effort that went into it and the quality of it all, a bargain price :)

ElTanko

Well, it's hard to translate the work into cost. However, all things considered I was happy with it.

[odmiller]

Well, I'm on to my next 40k projects, all Dark Angel related. I'm going to build and paint three drop pods to start.


http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppoddoorswip1.gif

[eltanko]

Are you going to build them simultaneously? Good luck if you are, i have heard so many people say they are boring to paint! Look forward to seeing them finished though!!!

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Are you going to build them simultaneously? Good luck if you are, i have heard so many people say they are boring to paint! Look forward to seeing them finished though!!!

ElTanko
I'm going to try. I can see the potential for boredom, so I'm going to try and be clever and paint in sections. We'll see!

[odmiller]

Here's the next step. Primed doors. Slow progress because I've been working really late with my real job. However, it's something.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppoddoorsprimed.gif

[odmiller]

So, here's the next step. It may not look like much, but the base coats and the washes for the bone and metallic areas are done.

Tomorrow I should be able to clean them up and highlight those secttions.

After that it's the green areas, then the details on the front and the wear and tear.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppoddoorswashes.gif

[eltanko]

Looking good so far, is it hard work and dull yet!!??!!

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Lol, yes, it's not to exciting. However, I just learned about the upcoming release of the DA fortress, and I want to be done by then, so I must keep moving. In addition, I got a couple packs of really cool marines heads made by a third party, and I'm excited to use them, but I won't let myself until the pods are finished.

[Corbulo]

the Female IG rule and nice job on the DA

[odmiller]

Thanks Corbulo, glad you like them.

Well, not much to see, but progress is slowly being made. Assembly line drop pods suck.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodwip2.gif

[odmiller]

Hey, I've actually made progress. The inside of the doors and the metallics are completed, and they're cleaned up.

Next step the green highlights.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppoddoorsinnerdone.gif

[Mega Nutz]

Very neat looking production line...

[odmiller]

Thanks. About as dull to do as working a production line.

[The_Dark_Raven]

Keep it coming, i know how painting the same thing over and over can be, but the end reward is great, and posting it here and getting positive comments only makes it that much better!

[eltanko]

I do look forward to seeing them completed, but don't envy you having to paint them all though! But please, keep going :)

ElTanko

[odmiller]

I've knocked out the green inside on 5 of the doors. No pictures yet as it's not worth it.

[Ragsta]

I find it hard to express enthusiasm for drop pod doors but you have painted them very nicely and I am confident the finished article will turn out looking good :)

[odmiller]

Thanks guys.

[GraemePaul]

Keep at it, you will get there in the end. I remember when I was doing production line drop pods. Managed to turn 5 around in 10 days. It was soul destroying stuff but I got there.

I find mixing it up with a model you want to paint helps. I had 3 Dreads and an Ironclad to help me through.

[odmiller]

Here's my latest progress.

I completed the highlights on the green inside of the doors (hard to see).
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppoddoorsinnercomplete.gif

I based and washed the icons on the outside.
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppoddoorsouter1.gif

And I completed the icons. Don't worry about the bad photos, once they are done I'll take some close ups.
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppoddoorsouter2.gif

[eltanko]

Slowly but surely getting there!! Coming along nicely though, they are going to look great all stood together when completed :)

ElTanko

[The_Dark_Raven]

Looking sweet man, a real turn out for the pods.

[odmiller]

Thanks guys. Will try to get more done tonight.

[odmiller]

I had another marathon session tonight. I got the outside of the doors painted. Now I just need to weather and do a little clean up on them tomorrow night.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppoddoorsoutsidedone.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppoddoorspainted.gif

I then cleaned and primed the bases so I can start the base coats of the next step. This is exciting because the pods can start to take shape.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodbasesprimed.gif

[The_Dark_Raven]

Looking good, can't wait to see some completed pods man, nicely done.

[odmiller]

Me either! Thanks for the encouragement.

[odmiller]

Well, I've finally had some free time to make some progress. Here are the doors and bases assembled and almost completely painted. The only painting left to do is the weathering, which I'll do once the drop pods are done.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppoddoorsbasedone.gif

Here is the next step, the inner cores. As I use these pods for dreads only, I will leave the harnesses out. These have the base coat and ink wash. I have to highlight and add the details.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodinnerturret.gif

[eltanko]

Thy are really starting to take shape nicely, can't wait to see them
fully finished. One question, there's a lighter patch around the icons on the side of the pods, is that meant to be there?

ElTanko

[odmiller]

It's just the reflection from the clean up brushstrokes. Once the sealant is on, it sould disappear.

[odmiller]

Well, more progress today. I finished the "turrets" inside the pod, primed the fins, and did the base coats and washes for the metallice and bone colors on them.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodcenterturretsdone.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodfinsprimed.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodfinswashes.gif

[odmiller]

Here's the update. I got the metal areas highlighted and the the bone colors done.

Next step is to highlight the bone areas, then clean up the black areas and highlight them green.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodfinsboneandmetal.gif

[odmiller]

Here's the next step. The bone areas have been highlighted.

Next I'll clean up and highlight the black/green areas.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodfinswhitehighlights.gif

[eltanko]

They are all coming together really nicely, nearly there!!

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Here's the progress. I got 5 of the "clean up" stages done, basically one drop pod's worth. Two to go, then I can start the green.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodfinsblack.gif

[odmiller]

Here's my next update. I finished the clean up on the last 10 fins, and then decided to assemble to pods. Probably not the best plan, but I got a wild hair. Now at least they're playable. Next step, green highlights on the fins.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppiodfinsblack10.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodsassembledwip.gif

[The_Dark_Raven]

Nice stuff, good to see some opened up drop pods.

[EmMeTt]

How can you paint all those pods? It took me days to do ONE!
What's the GW water pot like?

[odmiller]

It's taken me weeks to do these three. I am very sick of them now.

The water pot's actually pretty cool. I scoffed at the idea initially until I saw it in use. You can have the brushes stay in the water without bending the bristles.

I'll be done tonight and will post the pics.

[odmiller]

Here is a snapshot of the completed pods.

I'll take a better picture when they're sealed.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodsfinished.gif

Notice the Company Markings.

[The_Dark_Raven]

Really cool!

If by company markings you mean the seriously hard to see 4th company markings, then i see and I am in shock you got them to look so good at such a small detailed size.

[odmiller]

Here are some more pics

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodfinal2.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/droppodsfinal3.gif

[The_Dark_Raven]

Nice stuff indeed, love them when they close, look awesome either way.

[odmiller]

After all that work, I've decided to treat myself with a character model to paint before my next project.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/ezekielmodel.gif

[The_Dark_Raven]

Epic. He will look mighty fine after some brush work dropping done in one of the chapter drop pods and emploring his mind's will. Love the model and it's details, can't wait to see your take, though the sword always bothered me a little.

[Mega Nutz]

Finish on the pods looks great............

[odmiller]

Thanks guys. I'm really looking forward to painting him.

[eltanko]

Hey, great work on those pods, they look great. Worth the effort?

ElTanko

[odmiller]

I guess so. It's nice to be done.

[odmiller]

Here's the first shot of Ezekiel. He's pretty much done except for the backpack. That'll be tomorrow.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/ezekielwip1.gif

[The_Dark_Raven]

Sweet job on Ezek, love the symbol, face and robe work, could we get a sword shot? looks like you went for a blue/white combo, which i would like alot more then the blue/orange one normally seen.

[odmiller]

I'll give you a better view once the backpack's done.

[odmiller]

Here's the final Ezekiel. I only have to add the sealant and then he's done.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/ezekielfinal.gif

[eltanko]

Great work as usual, he will make a fine addtion to your army.

ElTanko

[The_Dark_Raven]

Sweet stuff, love the sword especially it all looks pretty sweet.

Nice job.

[odmiller]

Thanks guys, glad you like him.

[odmiller]

I finally got my army shipped to me, I had to move cities for work, and have a chance to play it. I decided to whip up a Fleet Officer for the game. I think I'll be adding some stuff to my IG army again, so watch this space...

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fleetofficer1.gif

[Tonberry]

You are a beast with those drop pods. I went nuts doing just one :(

[odmiller]

lol, and I'm think about a 4th.

On the painting table right now is another Ogryn. I finally found the 4th design, so he's got to get added. Just need some batteries for the camera to take a picture.

Here's what his brothers look like, to give you an idea where I'll go with him.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/ogrynsfinal.gif

[The_Dark_Raven]

Very nice work on the Ogryn's, love the battle damage, war paintt and bases look. Simpley stunning, can't wait for the next one. :)

[eltanko]

Great work on the Orgryns, the battle worn armour is very good, and I really like the warpaint.

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Thanks Guys. Hope you like the next one. Here's where we start...

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/ogryn4primed.gif

[odmiller]

Here's the finished Ogryn. I love these models.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/ogryn4finished.gif

[Corbulo]

great work on the ogryns and i really like the fleet officer

[The_Dark_Raven]

Nice stuff man, really liken them.

[odmiller]

Thanks guys. I just love the ogryn miniatures.

[odmiller]

Here's my next Dark Angels project.

I'm building a scout army using the Space Marine codex (first time!)

It's going to represent Vet Sgt Naaman's force at Koth Ridge. I have Naaman (Telion) first, and coming down the road I have another couple of squads on top of the existing 3, a bike squadron, a land speeder storm.

I haven't really thought beyond that point. Here's a taste of what's coming:

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/vetsgtnaaman.gif

[odmiller]

Here's Veteran Sgt. Naaman

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/naamanfinal.gif

[eltanko]

Nice work on your converted Naaman, he looks great.

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Thanks ElTanko, glad you lke him.

[odmiller]

Here's my next project, a land speeder storm. The metallic areas are done and I've cleaned up the black area. I'm starting with the basic crew so it's playable, and I'll add the riders in next.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/landspeederstorm1.gif

[odmiller]

Here's the next step, the finished empty storm.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/landspeederstormempty.gif

[odmiller]

Here's the speeder with the crew. Riders next.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/landspeederstormcrew.gif

[eltanko]

Looks really good. Am I right in thinking you paint them black and highlight in the green? It's really effective. Great work as always :)

ElTanko

[odmiller]

You are correct sir!

Glad you like em. I'll try to add another couple of scouts tonight. They're built and primed.

[odmiller]

Here's the update. I had a lot to do so I just added one scout tonight, but it's the sgt. He looks pissed at his driver, like he's going to smack him around the head. That's dangerous with a chainsword in your hand.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/landspeedersgt.gif

[Corbulo]

i cant wait to see the finished model and the sgt. looks crack up

[Ragsta]

Hey, man! Firstly, sorry I've been away for so long, the drop pods kinda... Made me go to sleep ;) They look great now tho!

Ezekiel looks very nice, liking the cloak work especially. I'm with Eltanko on the highlight work for the Storm- looks very nice!

Can I ask about the basing? What paint method do you use? And that looks slightly chunkier than sand, what's the story?

Keep up the good work- liked your Fleet Officer for the IG too btw! Pompous little creature!

[odmiller]

Thanks Jihad, glad you're back. I use the GW gravel, base coat black, then dry drush codex grey then space wolf grey. Add the static grass and it's a nice overgrown urban environment.

I'll be trying to finish the last three riders early this week so the next project can start. Let's just say it's big and Fortress of Redemption shaped!

[odmiller]

Here's the first step on the three other riders. Bones areas, skin areas, and leather areas done. The metallics and armor is next.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/threescoutridersstep1.gif

[odmiller]

Here are the final images:

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/landspeederstormfinal3.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/landspeederstormfinal2.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/landspeederstormfinal1.gif

[eltanko]

Thats one crowded speeder!! Overall it looks excellent, a great addition to your army. For some reaso though, I find it funny that they are all very blonde!!

ElTanko

[Corbulo]

i agree it looks awesome and i love how the scout sitting on the right is aiming with his bolter.

[odmiller]

Thanks guys.

I make them all blond because I want them to sort of come across as clones. Like how all the Salamanders turn pitch black due to the Primarch's genes, these guys all look like this. I also took the look of my army from my favorite piece of DA art, the cover to Let the Galaxy Burn, and they're twins on that.

[odmiller]

Here's the next project. I clipped the entire Fortress and cleaned them up, ready for assembly.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortressinbox.gif

[eltanko]

Dont lose the instructions!!! Lookforward to seeing that might fortress on it's full glory, good luck!!

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Here's the biggest badass kit I've built. It's freaking cool. As of this point, IMHO anything is possible for GW.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortressbuild.gif

Now I have to figure out how to paint it!

[odmiller]

Before the fortress, I decided I needed some more special weapons troopers for my IG, and maybe to start another Valk.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/specialweaponsbase.gif

[eltanko]

Oh man, you tease us with the fortress and then change!! That is a fantastic set by GW.

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Lol, the old bait and switch. It is an amazing set.

It really comes down to paint. I need to get some spray paints this weekend to do what I have in mind.

[odmiller]

Here's the progress I made tonight. I need to highlight the weapons, add the unit markings, and the snow. Otherwise, they're done.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/necrospecialweaponswip.gif

[odmiller]

Here are the 4 special weapons troopers complete.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/necrospecialweapsfinal.gif

[eltanko]

The blue on the helmet looks really good on them, nice little colour scheme.

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Thanks Eltanko. That's my IG, the Necromundian 8th. Now back to the Fortress.

[odmiller]

Here's the next step in the Fortress:

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortressprimed.gif

[Yayale]

That really is an awesome terrain set. How much is it?

[odmiller]

$100USD. It really is something else.

[odmiller]

Here's my test paint for the fortress.

I'm doing this bunker section first, to get it right. I've completed the base painting of the structure, and then chose one side to complete, to make sure I am happy with it. I think this is the scheme I'll go with. My goal is to complete this section this week.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresstestpanel.gif

[odmiller]

Here's the next night's work. This bunker is mostly done. I have to paint the heavy bolter, and then paint some of the metallics on the tech panels, cameras, and then the pipes/wires. Anyway, the heavy lifting is done for this section. If I use my time well this week, I can finish this section and get the drybrushing done on the next section before I go back home this weekend.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortressbunker1wip2.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortressbunker1wip.gif

[Putty]

everything is nice and crisp!

looking forward to seeing more!

[eltanko]

Great work so far, I really like the almost marble effect on the main bulk of the bunker.

ElTanko

[Yayale]

Wow that is looking really nice! Slow progress but well worth the effort!
Is tht NMM on the gold statues? or just the way the lights catching them?

[Siam-Tiger]

Nice work, but let me give you an advice. Don't save your pictures as gifs, as it gives them a noisy and crispy look. jpg can be a bit blurry if you go to low with the compression, but works better at the most of time.

[wikear]

Nice work, but let me give you an advice. Don't save your pictures as gifs, as it gives them a noisy and crispy look. jpg can be a bit blurry if you go to low with the comprehension, but works better at the most of time.

compression, not comprehension :D lol but apart from that you're right!

[odmiller]

Thanks guys, glad you like them. I'll look at gifs in the future. The gold is gold, with a brown wash, then gold then silver highlights.the wash tends to dull down the shine, giving the whole thing an almost nmm look, but not quite.

[odmiller]

Here's the final bunker.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortressbunker1final.gif

[eltanko]

Looks damn fine. I really like how you have added all the little details, like the number pad and screen by the door! Is it just the pic or does the red on the 'missile cover' looks quite flat!

ElTanko

[odmiller]

It's just the pic, I swear.

[odmiller]

Here are the steps on the walkway.
First, codex gray...
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresswalkwaywip1.gif
Second, Space wolves gray...
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresswalkwaywip3.gif
Third, Skull White...
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresswalkwaywip2.gif
Finally, Badab black wash...
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresswalkwaywip4.gif

[eltanko]

Simple, but very effective!

ElTanko

[Nocturn]

Hey :-)

That terrain sure will look very impressive :-)
well done :-)
keep it up and as already said that slightly marble effect is a nice touch.

Noc

[Ragsta]

Lovely looking special weapons Guardsmen there, my friend.

That bunker is pretty much the shizzle too :P Your log has helped me try new techniques and also encouraged me to seek others out, thank you for that. Just thought you might like to know really!

[Dragon Lord]

Those guardsmen are very impressive and the fortress looks even more awesome with your paint job on it, can't wait to see it completed.

[Pherion]

Looking great on the terain! :-P

Honestly I would have done the badab black after the first coat of non-black paint. It would have prevented you from seeing the pooling on the flat surfaces that you have now. Are you going to work to remove those?

[Yayale]

There's only a small amount of pooling, i would say it adds to the effect anyway.

[odmiller]

Thanks for the kind words guys. I think the pooling will stay as it helps with the sense of age and exposure to the elements IMHO. I'll be back in town Sunday and plan to get that section done then, with the next bunker for next week.

[odmiller]

I've completely derailed my current project to work on some Inquisitorial stuff. All the crazy and cool stuff, like Daemonhost, crazy Radicals, Assassins, and Retines.

Anyway, first I cleaned up some of my old guys, bringing them up to standard. There's a junior inquisitpr, a couple of acolytes, a Daemonhost a couple of servo skulls and a sage.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/retinue1.gif

Then I started my Radical Inquisitor. He is busy making another Daemonhost.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/radicalwip1.gif

I have quite a few additional models to add. Sniper assassins, a couple more Daemonhosts, some death cult assassins, etc.

[The_Dark_Raven]

Very nice =][= stuff, i really like the model work you have done on the Radical, the room for creative minds is endless and you fill it pretty damn well.

Can't wait to see how these guys turn out.

[odmiller]

Thanks Dark Raven.

Just one more quick update, I've cleaned up my old Deathcult assassins. That's pretty much all the old stuff, now it's on to the new.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/deathcult2009.gif

[The_Dark_Raven]

Very cool, love the models and i'm glad you cleaned up the old ones as the character shows through.

[eltanko]

Thats a great little group you have there, they all look excellent. The radical =][= looks very interesting :)

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Thanks guys.

Here are some more Inq. updates. 1st, I cleaned up my Celestine. Not sure if she'll ever get used, but great model. Then I knocked out the base for my Radical.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/celestine.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/radicalwip2.gif

[eltanko]

Love the armour for celestine, very nice. I always thought about buyin it just because the sculpt is so good! The base is a abit raunchy!! Hehe

ElTanko

[odmiller]

But in a good way.

Every good Inquisitor needs some insurance in his back pocket...

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/assassin.gif

[odmiller]

Here's the finalized Radical Inquisitor.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/radicalfinal.gif

[Ragsta]

'Brace yourself, my dear, 'cos this is reeeally gonna hurt!'

Haha what a brilliant aboutface on subject matter! I like everything I see here. That Inquisitor looks like Dwight from the Sin City comics, hope you know who I mean.

Nice work, Odmiller, and have a very happy new year :)

[eltanko]

Man that inquisitor looks good, great infact! Very nice :)

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Glad you like him guys. A little different from the DA stuff I've been working on. I think there's a little more Inquisition stuff to work out of my system before I jump back into the fortress.

[Dragon Lord]

Some very nice looking Inquisition stuff there Odmiller, I especially like the Radical Inquisitor creating a daemonhost.

[odmiller]

Thanks Dragon Lord.

I have 4 more acolytes on the table undergoing a little greenstuff at the moment.

[odmiller]

I added another member of the retinue this evening. Sorry abot the crappy pic.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/ex-sister.gif

[odmiller]

I suddenly got the bug to finish this walkway this year. So...done. Next it's the bunker with the defense laser.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresswalkwayfinal.gif

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresssection1_2.gif

[eltanko]

Looking damn good so far. If you suddenly had the urge to finish it today, then you were very quick!! how long did it take?

ElTanko

[Yayale]

Looking very good :D
You could never be accused of rushing it :D

[odmiller]

Lol. I only had to do the skulls (lots of em), some lights, and a computer panel on the inside of the walkway. It took about an hour and a half.

Here's a snapshot of upcoming additions to my Inquisitorial warbands.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/moreretinuewip.gif

[odmiller]

I knocked out the ex-arbite this evening.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/arbitefinal.gif

[odmiller]

Here's a quick shot of my psyker. Sorry about the crappy pic, my camera is out of juice so I'll take better pics later.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/psycher.gif

[eltanko]

Thats a very strange psyker, looks like he has gone properly insane!!

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Yeah, being a psyker is hard!

I've painted another death cultist and anpther assassin, but didn't get any batteries, so you can't see them!

[odmiller]

Here are some updates.

The latest three inquisition additions, the psyker, a Callidus Assassin, and a strange feral acolyte/death cultist.

.http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/moreretinue.gif

Then, I've decided to add some Vostroyans to my Inquisition. There's an officer and sniper who'll be part of the Inquisition forces (acolytes/assassin?). The Squad will just be played as veterans when I decide to attach to the IG. Anyway, this is step one, some of the base colors and ink wash.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/vossiestormtrooperswip.gif

[odmiller]

I've made a lot of progress on the Vostroyans. Still to go, the brown leather parts, the reds, the plasma coils and power weapons. And the one thing I haven't settled on colors for, the hats and feathers.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/stormtrooperswip1.gif

[odmiller]

Another good night of progress. All the little details are done. I have to highlight the leather areas then paint the hats and feathers (and the sniper's cape).

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/stormtrooperswip2.gif

[eltanko]

Nice work on the Vosts, they look like very complicated models! Looking very good :)

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Thanks el Tanko. Glad you like them. They are certainly nice detailed models.

[Ragsta]

That feral death cultist... Blimey...

I love seeing Inquisitor forces like this, they have so much potential for individuality and yours are no exception. The ex Arbite looks a right nutter!

[odmiller]

Thanks Jihad.it's a blast to paint so many individual characters. I still have a couple of cool ones to go after the Vossies.

[Yayale]

Looking brilliant.
Not sure about the phyker tho, great model and paint job, but it doesn'r really scream phyker to me. I thought it was a rating whoe's mind was melting due to exposure to chaos :D

[Gen.Steiner]

I really like the Feral Assassin and the ex-Intergalactic Copper, but...

but...

I'm not a fan of the Sister of Battle with naked legs and shoulders. Just doesn't work for me, though I can't fault the paint job!

Also, your Radical is ace. Where did you get the Daemonhost model from?

[odmiller]

Thanks General. I knew the Sister wouldn't be everyone's cup of tea. I needed a way to make sure she ddn't just look like a standard sister.

The Daemonhost was available on Cool Mini or Not in their store a year or so ago.

[Gen.Steiner]

Interesting. Don't get me wrong, the paint job's excellent, but the "I'm only wearing part of my power armour" look is a bit odd IMO.

[Explodingboy]

Interesting. Don't get me wrong, the paint job's excellent, but the "I'm only wearing part of my power armour" look is a bit odd IMO.

I'd disagree personally, I think it actually fits better with allot of the SoB art work.

The Vossies look good, any chance of a close up on them, it's abit hard to make out the colour scheme.

[odmiller]

In general I'm trying to catch the feel of some of John Blanche's crazy characters, as well as the ones in the Dark Heresy game. I understand it might not work for you.

ExplodingBoy, glad you like her. I'm trying to finish the Vossies up and will get better pics.

[odmiller]

Here are the completed Vostroyans.

The Troopers...
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/vostroyantroopers.gif

The Special Weapons...
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/vostroyanspecials.gif

The Officers...
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/vostroyanofficers.gif

and the Sniper...
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/vostroyansniper.gif

[Gen.Steiner]

Aha, a Blanchist. Fair enough. I like the Vostroyans - are they wearing gold/bronze armour and cream coats and trousers?

[Yayale]

I guess it's too late now but the Vostroyans would look better with darker clothing as atm a lot of detail is lost as the gold parts blend in with the cream as they are highlighted so much.

[odmiller]

Well, you can't please everyone I guess. ;)

Actually, I made a clear choice to go with the cream uniforms. Red, blue, green were my natural choices, but are all I ever see in Vostroyans. It's also all over the rest of my Inquisitors, and these guys will stand out from the riot of color in the warbands.

Since I'm on a bit of a John Blanche kick looking at Inq art, I decided to go with something that gives an overall more monochromatic feel, like the figures he paints, but where the little details pop.

Anyway, they also probably are harder to read in the photos than they are in person, where I think they're quite nice.

I appreciate the feedback guys, and have thought pretty hard about it, but I am quite happy with them.

[Gen.Steiner]

I really like the scheme on your Vossies. I love the way they look almost angelic, like beings of light, and then you notice the fur, and the metal, and you realise that they're not - they just want to kill for the Emperor! :D

[EmMeTt]

The Vosroyans look great, I think the colours bring them together really well, so they don't look patchy or too bright. I too like John Blanche, all his stuff is great.

[eltanko]

The vossies look very good, the gold has turned out very nice indeed. I'm not personally keen on the vossy sculpts, but I cannot fault your paintjob :)

ElTanko

[razormasticator]

Love the Sculpts, love the paint. Great work man. That gold is very authentic looking.

[Explodingboy]

I really like the cream and gold colours.

I can understand why they may have abit of a marmite affect with people, but for me, I love em. (don't like marmite though at all.)

[Gen.Steiner]

How did you do the snow?

[odmiller]

thanks for the comments guys. I'm glad it works for some of you, but all feedback is certainly appreciated.

The snow is just models snow glued on with white glue, then dry brushed white.

Next I'm working on the next bunker in my fortress and then a full squad of the legion of the damned. I'm really excited and now on to a little marine kick.

On the IG front I have a third Valk some time in the future and a couple more Inq weirdos.

[Gen.Steiner]

The good thing about the Legion of the Damned is that you only need one squad! :p

[odmiller]

I've got a lot of energy for marines at the moment.

First I decided to repaint my Veterans robes black instead of brown. I wasn't happy with the brown. I think I'll finish this squad soon.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/daveteransrobes.gif

Then I worked on the next bunker in my Fortress.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortressbunker2wip.gif

Then I decided to convert up a Twin linked HB so that I can turn my whirlwind into a Razorback as necessary.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/darazorbackwip.gif

[Gen.Steiner]

I like the converted twin HB turret - looks very sleek.

The Veterans look pretty good too, but the bunker takes the biscuit - is that straight from one of the GW kits?

[eltanko]

I really like those Vets, they look like wraiths for LOTR, coolio!!
Bunker is awesome once more, how much of that thing have you got left to paint? Seem to be huge!!
The tank is looking really good, I like the little extra details it has on it.

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Thanks guys. The Fortress is pretty damn daunting.

I decided the Veteran Squad needed an update to actually see some playing time. So in addition to their new ride, the newly converted razorback, I gave the one of the existing vets a powersword and another a powerfist. I also decided to add another vet, and as they are all successors, I chose the Angels of Vengeance. The only successor chapter not represented now is the Consecrators. I'm sure they'll make an appearance in the future.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/vetsquadrazorback.gif

[EmMeTt]

I like the way you've done that turret, gives me plenty of ideas...

[odmiller]

Glad you like the turret.

[odmiller]

I've decided to add a Consecrator to the veretan squad. They are known to use really old relic armor, so the helmet, shoulderpads and backpack are all old school.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/vetflamer.gif

[odmiller]

I decided to sit and paint him up.
http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/flamervetfinal.gif

[Gen.Steiner]

Wow! He's superb! Where was the helmet from? It looks like a FW resin piece... amIright?

[EmMeTt]

Wow! He's superb! Where was the helmet from? It looks like a FW resin piece... am I right?

I don't recall FW making such a helmet, although I could be wrong. I too am also wondering where the head is from, though.

[odmiller]

It's from a company called Max Mini. They make a range of cool "steampunk" helmets perfect for Heresy era marines, and guys who use old school armor like the the Consecrators. Glad you like him.

[odmiller]

Here's the next step in my Fortress. I completed the second bunker and cannon.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortressbunker2.gif

Now it's just the giant tower to go.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresstowerwip1.gif

[eltanko]

Oooooh that is looking sweeeeet! Not much left, gogogo!!!

ElTanko

[odmiller]

Almost there.

Here's the first big step of progress on the tower. It's a big freaking monster. Next I think I will paint the details around the top, spotlights, control panels, etc.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresstowerwip2.gif

[Corbulo]

very nice tower and good for you painting while drinking a beer.

[odmiller]

The beer helped me get through it, lol.

I got the details at the top of the tower done. Time to take a break.

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresstowerwip3.gif

[wikear]

is it a black wash over white to paint the concrete on the tower?

[odmiller]

If you go back a couple pages you can see a step by step tutorial. Codex-space wolves-skull white - badab black wash.

[odmiller]

Here's the next step, I got all the gold and silver done, and then the washes on top of that.

Only highlights, some lenses, and then some clean up tomorrow and this baby is done!

http://odmiller.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/fortresstowerwip4.gif