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Post by Nick P on Jan 30, 2017 9:53:51 GMT -6
Apparently I never did post pics of my nascent Necron army that I've been slowly adding to over the last 2 years. As I'm bringing it out for a proper debut (only played 3 games with it so far!) at the tournament this week, wanted to post up the pics of what I've got finished so far. Will be taking more/better pics tonight, so excuse the quality of these pics. They were taken about a year ago at this point, before I had a dedicated space for painting/modeling and better lighting for pics. Spyder sans base:  Spyder butts:  Overlord sans static grass:  Overlord cape/back plate:  Triarch Stalker sans base (custom made 100mm resin base from Dragon Forge):  Side view:  Test wraith - 3 of these are complete, 3 still waiting to be finished. I put them on 50mm bases so they would stand up, now that GW got rid of their "use the base the model came with" policy and are sticking to a looser "use whatever base you think is coolest, but don't be a dick":  Back:  First 5 immortals, all 10 are now finished:  10 Warriors, all 20 are now finished:  And of course my Destroyer lord, without his cool new base (40mmx75mm ovals from Dragon Forge):  Will update with a group shot and better pics of the completed/updated models tonight, but wanted to at least get this thread started since I keep forgetting to showcase the models! |
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Post by mike on Jan 30, 2017 10:09:02 GMT -6
I know we were just talking about this, but I really dig this color scheme. Colorful necrons are the way to go. I especially love the spider and the immortals.
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Post by Nick P on Jan 30, 2017 10:25:10 GMT -6
Thanks man! I tried my best to actually paint the metallics properly instead of just drybrushing, but in some cases it was unavoidable (like on the stalker - just too much bare metal, it didn't look right when layered, but drybrushed and highlighted gives it a more realistic look, with the errant bristle strokes looking more like scratches and wear and tear). So I've tried to do the red and white areas, and the green glowing areas, as well as possible to make up for it.
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Post by Dougtrio on Jan 30, 2017 15:54:41 GMT -6
Neat-o torpedo.
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Post by 1D3chan on Jan 30, 2017 17:31:50 GMT -6
I am become shame.
This is why yours are so good: you understand tasteful minimalism and simplicity. Your models are executed extremely well, but you don't over-do it with complexity, colors or intricacy.
The best designs, in any form in my opinion, are those done within boundaries. Boundaries/restrictions, like a color palette, actually make designs better where some people would disagree "there's no limit on creativity mannnn"
I would say because of that, this showing might be my favorite of yours so far
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Post by mike on Jan 30, 2017 18:22:41 GMT -6
I am become shame. This is why yours are so good: you understand tasteful minimalism and simplicity. Your models are executed extremely well, but you don't over-do it with complexity, colors or intricacy. The best designs, in any form in my opinion, are those done within boundaries. Boundaries/restrictions, like a color palette, actually make designs better where some people would disagree "there's no limit on creativity mannnn" I would say because of that, this showing might be my favorite of yours so far Restricting the color palette is so key. I have a hard time not reaching for like 50 colors when I paint a model and the end result can be really messy. You've done a great job of using just the right amount of color to make the models distinct, but not muddled. |
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Post by Russell on Jan 30, 2017 19:25:43 GMT -6
I am become shame. This is why yours are so good: you understand tasteful minimalism and simplicity. Your models are executed extremely well, but you don't over-do it with complexity, colors or intricacy. The best designs, in any form in my opinion, are those done within boundaries. Boundaries/restrictions, like a color palette, actually make designs better where some people would disagree "there's no limit on creativity mannnn" I would say because of that, this showing might be my favorite of yours so far Are you guys gonna kiss now or what |
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Post by Nick P on Jan 30, 2017 23:02:33 GMT -6
I am become shame. This is why yours are so good: you understand tasteful minimalism and simplicity. Your models are executed extremely well, but you don't over-do it with complexity, colors or intricacy. The best designs, in any form in my opinion, are those done within boundaries. Boundaries/restrictions, like a color palette, actually make designs better where some people would disagree "there's no limit on creativity mannnn" I would say because of that, this showing might be my favorite of yours so far Are you guys gonna kiss now or what #airbrushboyfriends |
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Post by Nathan on Jan 31, 2017 0:31:23 GMT -6
love the color scheme
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Post by Nick P on Jan 31, 2017 8:00:16 GMT -6
I am become shame. This is why yours are so good: you understand tasteful minimalism and simplicity. Your models are executed extremely well, but you don't over-do it with complexity, colors or intricacy. The best designs, in any form in my opinion, are those done within boundaries. Boundaries/restrictions, like a color palette, actually make designs better where some people would disagree "there's no limit on creativity mannnn" I would say because of that, this showing might be my favorite of yours so far Wow Madison, thanks a lot man - that's high praise. Didn't get around to taking pics of the models in better lighting last night (pregnant wife needed me), but that's my goal for tonight. All 10 immortals are done, all 20 warriors are done, all 9 destroyers are done, and I just have final highlights on my Praetorians and I'll have all the pieces for the tournament list ready to go. From there its 1 ghost ark (woof! they suck to paint) and 1 night scythe (yay! so fun!) and the entire army is finished. For the first time ever, I, Nick Powell, will have a fully painted army. WUT |
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Post by cj on Jan 31, 2017 8:34:01 GMT -6
Solid
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Post by daniel, why on Feb 1, 2017 10:24:19 GMT -6
Agreed, the bright but minimalist color scheme is great. Get to that first fully painted army milestone, bruh!
Random observation, the spider reminds me of an original Xbox.
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Post by Nick P on Feb 1, 2017 10:52:22 GMT -6
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