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  • Member since
    June 2007
  • From: Kansas City MO
flesh tone practice
Posted by Dougums on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 5:39 PM

  I recently purchased a 250mm  Manfred von Richthofen bust from Squadron and I must say it is an outstanding looking chunk of resin.  The last thing I want to do is apply a poor flesh tone.  So I practiced on an extra 1/16 head.  I first airbrushed Tamiya flesh, then dabbled on the oil paint.  I am new to this so any criticism is appreciated.

 

 

Thanks in advance,

Doug 

  • Member since
    December 2002
  • From: Massachusetts
Posted by ajlafleche on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 5:59 PM

I haven't used oils in several years since I fully converted to Andrea/Vallejo acrylics.

Looks like you put too much oil on. See how it's kind of lumpy? There's an excellent feature here on using oils over acrylics.

I think the irises of the eyes need to be wider. They almost look reptilian. There should be a bit less white. Also, I can't tell, but you want to use an off white with a pinkish tone for the whites.

Remember, if the women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy.

  • Member since
    June 2007
  • From: Kansas City MO
Posted by Dougums on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 6:38 PM

ajlafleche,

    The link looks like it will be very helpful.  I did notice the lumps of paint but wasnt to sure how it could be prevented.  Now i know Smile [:)]  The eyes do look small.  Thanks for taking the time to help.  Your input is much appreciated.

Doug

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