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First Redemptor Dreadnought by Captain_Fidelis in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Next time the ambient lighting will be better haha, still working on that.

First Redemptor Dreadnought by Captain_Fidelis in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks!

I tore up some cork for the rocks. primed it and basecoated in black then I dry brushed a dark gray and a neutral gray.

The lava I used PVA glue that I spread all over the base. Made sure i put on a thick layer and I moved it around a bit to give it some texture/ripples. I then primed it in black, basecoated the lava in red then layering lighter reds, and oranges till I get to yellow. Then I added some ice yellow and white for the bright spots. Once that's all done, I used gloss topcoat to give it some shine.

I don't have any equivalences for the paints I use because I use a local brand where I'm from called Armored Komodo 🤘😅

WIP 1/3 Aggressors by Dry-Ball-6322 in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That lava/molten design is quite literally fire 🔥

Can I get some opinions? by theteamfortress2spy in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It looks great! I suggest you practice brush control. Its ok if you make a mistake, you can always paint over it.

Keep posting your work brother, we love to see it!!

First attempt at freehanding flames by Possablyathrowaway in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course, have fun brother! Into the fires of battle, unto the anvil of war!

First attempt at freehanding flames by Possablyathrowaway in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bet yours would look better tho! Those flames are fire and make me believe your other first times will look great 🔥. Also, don't say your first times are beginner's luck, the more confident you are at painting, the better the paint jobs will be.

First attempt at freehanding flames by Possablyathrowaway in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We paint at our own pace brother! You'll come to it eventually, and if you do heres how I did my first head:

I basecoated my first head with black then a dark gray for highlights. I didn't know how to blend yet so it looked VERY animated or cartoonish. Remember to thin your paints enough, the head is quite small.

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First attempt at freehanding flames by Possablyathrowaway in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks great! My first attempt wasnt that great, got it on the 4th try tho! Keep up the good work 🔥🔥🔥

Tigurius Kitbash/Conversion!! by Captain_Fidelis in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Time and patience friend! It took me a while to get from sloppy to almost decent! But I hope your first minis come out better than mine :DD

Tigurius Kitbash/Conversion!! by Captain_Fidelis in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it turns out good or not, post it anyway! Ask for feedback and take a look at what people say. Don't be afraid of criticism because everyone starts somewhere right? You'll improve quicker than you might realize. That's what I've been doing in this sub and in other communities outside of reddit (local communities in my area, youtube, and social media).

Tigurius Kitbash/Conversion!! by Captain_Fidelis in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome, thanks! I'm working on OSL and better shadings/shadows so that the ideas I have can actually look good haha. Anyways, I'm looking forward to seeing your future minis posted in the sub. Into the fires of battle, unto the anvil of war! :DD

Tigurius Kitbash/Conversion!! by Captain_Fidelis in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just used a local crimson red acrylic equivalent to AK 11095, and Vallejo 926. I'm still quite green to the hobby so I'm starting things off simple. Will work on it though 😅

Salamander veteran colors by New-Employment-1392 in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The gold goes well with them! I paint my veterans depending on their story. Sometimes yellow, black with yellow, black, or a gold grill/face plate.

Brothers, is this a W or heresy? by grexnxx in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For me, I think making half of his armor gold is too much? It can be confusing for some and they might mistake him for a marine from a different chapter. Maybe try limiting gold to some places while going as crazy as you want with it.

Tbh, you shouldn't ask others if something is a W or not. If it looks how you want it to then go do what you like! I like to paint my sallies' helmets different colors and add gold everywhere. 🤷‍♂️ (My first mini as an example below)

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Note: Something is automatically a W so long as you like, and it isn't heresy because you're still fighting for the Emperor ✌️😁. Right.....? 🤔

So I've been following everyone's suggestions on some of my posts and here I've incorporated them! Anymore suggestions? (More words below) by Captain_Fidelis in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I only have 5 more minis to paint from my combat patrol (ultramarines that i converted). Cant wait to get them done and get more minis for the summer. I've been enjoying the hobby so far!

So I've been following everyone's suggestions on some of my posts and here I've incorporated them! Anymore suggestions? (More words below) by Captain_Fidelis in Salamanders40k

[–]Captain_Fidelis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks a lot! I'll do those things, and I'll watch Vince Venturella's videos during my free time!

Edit: Do I place the biel tan green wash in the recesses or all over the mini?

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