Khador Grolar, Redux

Before entering this piece at Gencon this year I gave it another pass and added more detail. Mainly more time being spent on the banner. Which worked in my favor, I was happy to take the best in category prize in the Warjack/Warbeast category :) So here he is, being finished for the second time.

Years ago, I used to work at a tattoo shop, which showed me a lot about the world of art I didn't know. One of the sayings my boss instilled in me was that most works of art are never truly finished but only abandoned. This didn't apply to tattoos of course, we were talking about painting. So I picked up where I left off on this one which is something I never do. Here's a look at the before or first time finishing.

Leading to Gencon Part 2

The tension is mounting and I'm already having dreams of being unprepared. Luckily, everything is painted at this point. There are other details that take a little time, like building a pair of icicles the long way, drop by drop.

But the banner is looking good. I might paint more on it as I'm seeming to do but I like where it is.

And look! Patches has made his way into full color.

Soon to be safely avoiding the Stormwall's advance. You can also see my checklist under the base. Never forget, if you do though, make a checklist.

What have I been listening to? This time I'd like to recommend a podcast, The Dollop. It's an American history podcast that proves we used to be a lot more funny..

Finished! Khador Grolar

It's crunch time this month. Gencon is right around the corner and there are a few paint competitions I'd like to enter. My goal was to get this piece done by the end of June, and I did! Which was a relief as it keeps me right on schedule for the con. Enjoy!

Gallery View

I'll get back on schedule with the blog and have some WIP shots of the next entry in line next time. I just wanted to give that last post some air time as it was for a cause. At the time of writing this the piece has a few bids on it so I'll get to make a donation :)

WIP Khador Grolar, Part 2

My goal was to finish this project in one week. So far I'm right on track with today, hopefully, being the last.

Going back it time a little, here is how the body came together. I wanted it look well damaged.

The model came together nicely. I think the barrels of the machine guns on his wrist could use some more damage but I'll come back to it.

Today's focus is the banner and also the base. I haven't been worrying about the base too much because it will be covered in muck and snow.

Back to it!

WIP Khador Grolar

I took the first few steps on the Grolar this weekend. Hopefully I can move fast and get him done next week, gotta keep that brush moving. The first picture below is where I ended up after some airbrushing and sketching on the banner.

Finished! Savior, Forty Years

From the Kingdom Death line. A commission piece that will double as a D&D character and a Khador witch. She's also a birthday gift. Plus, she won silver in fantasy single at this year's Crystal Brush. She really is making the rounds and that's a fact :)

She's also up for voting on Coolminiornot. Usually I would ask you click the link if it tickles your fancy but this time I'll straight up ask. When I started posing on CMON it was easy to get 50 votes but with 30 being the new standard..Who's voting anymore? People still look, plenty, the numbers are there but votes are in the 20's. It's a mild complaint, I'm asking because miniature painting is a pretty small niche and participation helps to grow the community. Later!

Stay tuned!