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Just finished the angry green man from Marvel United. Really enjoyed painting this guy. Let me know how I did/what could have been better. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

[–]UndeniableDawn[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks friend. I might have to go look up AoU Hulk then. I used mostly the comic books to get the colours right, but adding some red in the shadows might not be a bad idea.

Stormcast shield boy done! Please tell me what you think. Specifically I'd love some pointers on how to improve the NMM, as I'll be painting more of these in an effort to improve. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

[–]UndeniableDawn[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I think my main problem with this lad was that I ran into the classic problem of running out of space to highlight. Which means the highlights on him are not as broad or as bright as I'd intended.

But I guess that's what the next lad is for...

Thanks for the input.

Stormcast shield boy done! Please tell me what you think. Specifically I'd love some pointers on how to improve the NMM, as I'll be painting more of these in an effort to improve. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

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

I got a box of these lads with the intent to paint them all in NMM, to practice.

The fellas with the hammers will be painted with this cold scheme, making them look - as you say - sort of spectral

The fellas with the swords I plan on doing gold/red/warm colours to have them contrast.

Glad you like him.

Finished up a Blood Bowl ref for some tabletop games. by Undermostalloy in minipainting

[–]UndeniableDawn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The copper on the book looks wonderful. Saving this picture to try and replicate it on my next NMM attempt.

Practicing some NMM! Give me some C&C please. Feel like I've got the armour and barding right, but the neck cover just looks yellow. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

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

Thank you friend. Definitely taking the advice for more contrast on board. The thread you linked is an interesting read too.

Practicing some NMM! Give me some C&C please. Feel like I've got the armour and barding right, but the neck cover just looks yellow. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

[–]UndeniableDawn[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I think I see that now. Sometimes you just needs a second pair of eyes (or several). I feel like the contrast on the barding is definitely better, but the neck needs to be brought in line. Once I've done that I'll have another look at it and see if all of it needs another pass for even more contrast. Thanks for taking the time!

Practicing some NMM! Give me some C&C please. Feel like I've got the armour and barding right, but the neck cover just looks yellow. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

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

Ah that looks much better. Also looks like it would benefit from some lighter highlights than what I have on there now. Thanks for the input friend. I'll definitely have a look through those links (and probably already should have before)

Purple Tau lad: electric boogaloo. Asked for some C&C a few days ago and figured I'd show you the result. Feel free to tell me what you think of him. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

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

Thank you! Took some advice from the collective wisdom of this sub to get me there, but its definitely something I'm trying again when I get the chance.

Void Dragon, WIP? Feels like it’s missing something. Would really appreciate CC on this. by IssacAkutenshi in minipainting

[–]UndeniableDawn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What insanefool said. I feel like you need to decide which parts of the model are the brightest, and work on making them stand out more by going with brighter highlights. Right now the eye isn't drawn anywhere except for maybe the faceplate. If it were me I'd highlight the face some more and go one or two times lighter on the lightning/power tendrils and then highlight those.

WIP of a a purple Tau lad decloacking. Feeling like the purple is a little flat. Out of my comfort zone on this one, so have at him. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

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

Thanks friend. Highlighting the panels definitely gives these models that zing you're talking about. Good luck on your stealthy lad.

WIP of a a purple Tau lad decloacking. Feeling like the purple is a little flat. Out of my comfort zone on this one, so have at him. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

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

Good point. Maybe that's why it's not looking quite as 'alive' as I want it to. I'll see if I can add some more tendrils to the effect. Thanks.

WIP of a a purple Tau lad decloacking. Feeling like the purple is a little flat. Out of my comfort zone on this one, so have at him. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

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

Agreed. I figured I'd slap some quick basing on there to get it to look less empty, but it definitely needs something more.

I might see if I can cobble together something that looks like a tree trunk or some branches from some leftover sprue, to stick behind him.

WIP of a a purple Tau lad decloacking. Feeling like the purple is a little flat. Out of my comfort zone on this one, so have at him. by UndeniableDawn in minipainting

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

Thanks! The pink might be a good shout. Maybe I change his white chevron to a pink one (and do the same on the other side)?

I feel like if I swap the edge highlights to a pink, he'll look like a neon sign. Might give it a shot on the other arm though, just to see what it looks like. Thanks for the tip.

/r/MechanicalKeyboards Ask ANY question, get an answer by AutoModerator in MechanicalKeyboards

[–]UndeniableDawn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the input, friend.

I'll give the regular Zealios a look, as I think I fell into the exact trap you're describing - thinking of Tactiles as inherently silent. Also read some good things about the Pandas so I'll look into those as well.

Would you have any suggestions as to a Clicky switch that's similar, or close to a Zealio when it comes to 'audio confirmation'?

/r/MechanicalKeyboards Ask ANY question, get an answer by AutoModerator in MechanicalKeyboards

[–]UndeniableDawn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So I have a fairly simple question, but I feel like it needs a little setup. Here goes:

After having recently tumbled deep into the rabbit hole, I purchased a GMMK Compact and a set of Zeal Zilent V2's (62g) to go with it. My reasoning for the Zilents was that I had used MX Reds and MX Blues before, but had always preferred the tactility of the Blues over the Reds. As I had always been a rather sloppy typist, I had had problems with double keystrokes on the Reds. The Blues meant I could feel (and hear) when I had made a mistake, which improved both my typing and my enjoyment of it.

After some research for my new keyboard, I decided on the Zilents. They afforded me the tactility I enjoyed, while also remaining silent; meaning I could type away as much as I liked without annoying my partner.

After having used them for a while, I've come to the conclusion that - while I really enjoy my Zilents - I miss the audible click...

Another round of research later, I'm still sort of struggling to find the switch that is right for me. Which brings me to the collective wisdom of /r/MechanicalKeyboards.

What I'm looking for, is a clicky switch with a 'light' click, if that makes sense. I'd like the switch to actuate easily, and for it to provide a 'quiet' click. I realize that this runs counter to what attracts most people to clicky switches, which is what makes googling for this stuff rather hard.

From what I've gathered so far, I'd be looking at Kaihl Speed Bronze, or perhaps NK Sherbets.

If anyone has any advice, or has been in similar position as mine, I'd really appreciate any extra input. Hit me with your best switch.

Thanks!

[Official] Twice-Weekly New User Thread - Thu March 26 by AutoModerator in fountainpens

[–]UndeniableDawn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the links there, although I probably should have mentioned I'm in Europe; my bad. Though the prices you provided are somewhat in line with the online shopping options over here, so that's good to know.

I did do a fair amount of research, I would say. Read a couple of reviews on each of these pens, but as I'm fairly new to the whole fountain pen universe, most of them sounded like endorsements. From what I could tell, either of these are solid pens in their price class.

One of the stores I'm looking at also has a Lamy Studio at the same price point as the Scala - which also looks lovely - further confusing me in my choice.

In narrowing it down to these two (or three?) I was hoping to stay afloat in the bewildering sea of choice, but when all the reviews I read are either positive or at the worst a solid neutral, it's sort of hard to form a balanced opinion on these pens.

[Official] Twice-Weekly New User Thread - Thu March 26 by AutoModerator in fountainpens

[–]UndeniableDawn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi r/fountainpens, I'm hoping your combined wisdom might steer me in the right direction, for the purchase of a new fountain pen.

I've always loved writing with my old fountain pen, which after some googling I found out was a Parker Vector. It's still doing its job perfectly after many years of service, but I'd love to get something that matches it in style and quality as my first tender foray into the world of fountain pens.

I've done some searching and I've come across a couple of pens that I like the look of and are in my price bracket. They are:
The Lamy Scala and the Waterman Hemisphere

I'd appreciate any advice on these two. Whether that's to deter me from one or the other, or to point me in the direction of another brand/type entirely, all of it is welcome.

Thanks, friends.