64 colour pages with 260 photographs. Through the 13 chapters, you will learn to paint figures, horses, armour, heraldry, etc. Includes and article on painting a Viking ship in 54 mm.   REVIEWS "...pictures are first rate and the supporting text is well laid out...ground works tactics defined here are applicable to just about any type of diorama base, so the benefits go beyond just figure modeling. These two volumes come highly recommended for any modeler..."IPMS# 30741 12/2007

Knights in Miniature: A Special Feature with a Captivating View of the Middle Age Through Diorama Modelling

History

Andrea Press

Ancient Civilizations

A terrific publication with 72 full color pages, explaining painting techniques using both brush and airbrush. Over 300 photos. painting figures in 30, 54 and 90mm. Also busts, horses, ethnic groups, shields, and metal effects. Diorama building including modeling and painting of natural elements such as trees, rocks, water, etc.

Roma Victrix: The Roman Army in Miniature

A magnificent 54 pages soft-cover book on the life and times of the Templars. Illustrated with over 25 original color drawings.More than 25 color photographs of equipment and weapons. Includes historical timelines.

Templars: A Complete Introduction to the Legendary Monk Warriors (Historical Warriors)

A fascinating historical profile of the German ace, Manfred von Richthofen. Colored profiles of Red Baron’s aircraft. Rare historical photographs. 4 full pages with the plans of the Fokker Dr I. How to assemble and paint the plane and the figure step by step. Full color double page including the last flight of the Red Baron. 3D profiles about the plane. Incredible information about the plane, the engine…

Red Baron: A Complete Review in History and Miniature (Modelling Manuals)

Military

64 color pages. Thrilling texts about the historical reenactment. Exhaustive photographic studies of British, French and Spanish uniforms. More than 170 photographs of British, French and Spanish uniforms, the battle, etc. Situation map of the troops on the day of the battle. Soft cover.

Battle of Corunna (Re-Enactment Series)

An exciting new modeling book, covering a fabulous selection of German World War II dioramas and vignettes: 76 full color, large format pages of historical World War II scenes in paperback. A practical step by step guide to mastering the processes of modeling, assembly, figure painting and building top–class dioramas. Includes over 100 high-quality color illustrations.

German Army in World War II: A Modelling Review

Americas

This publication is a complete guide to painting and converting medieval miniatures. It includes step by step processes explaining the different techniques, such as applying transfers, painting with acrylics using an airbrush, and many techniques for building dioramas. The book is illustrated throughout with many photographs, making it both attractive and extremely useful for the serious modeler.

Knights in Miniature II: A Complete Guide to Painting and Converting Medieval Miniatures (Modelling Manuals)

The Battle of Austerlitz is considered by many as the most brilliant of all of Napoleon’s victories. It took place less than a month after the surrender of General Mack’s Austrian Army at Ulm. The Emperor had reconnoitered the field a few days before the battle, judging well where his enemies would place their troops; he predicted with great accuracy their plans. The battle itself, on the 2nd of December 1805 is the height of Napoleon's military professionalism. It clearly shows how a plan, brilliantly simple in its offensive-defensive form, executed to perfection with the right maneuvers at the right moment can bring victory to the bold. Although he found himself in numerically inferior, he tempted his enemies into attacking him while he held a strong defensive position, and then, when his opponents had made the grave mistake of abandoning the high ground at the centre of the battlefield, Napoleon took his chance and counterattacked, dividing his enemies in two while still maintaining an adequate number of reserves to be able to influence the final outcome of the battle and then pursue his defeated enemies. The victorious outcome for France forced the Austrians to sue for peace and sign the Treaty of Pressburg on 26th December 1805, effectively bringing the Third Coalition to an end and taking Austria out of the Napoleonic Wars until 1809. Austerlitz is not only a great battle; we should also remember that it played an important part in the creation of the Napoleonic myth. The Napoleonic Legend, which he himself helped create, began in the days before this battle, by comparing the new Empire's rise to that of the rising sun that illuminated the battlefield where the Emperor achieved his impressive victory. The Victory at Austerlitz was won on the first anniversary of Napoleon's coronation as Emperor of the French, and established him as the first amongst the great military leaders in Europe. In Germany this battle is called Dreikaiserschlacht, or the Battle of Three Emperors. However, it was the Emperor of the French that outshone his Austrian and Russian rivals, both in military and in political terms. Though we ought not to forget that if Napoleon had shown as much diplomatic ability as he displayed for military affairs while on campaign, the battle of Austerlitz would not have taken place and the history of Europe would have been different. The bicentennial commemoration and re-enactment of the Battle of Austerlitz took place from the 2nd to the 4th December 2005. The organizer’s objective was to mark the anniversary of this event that brought in its wake so many political changes to Europe, as well as remember all those who died in the battle, be they soldiers from the opposing armies or the civilians who saw their villages burnt down during the battle. During these few days over 3,500 uniformed participants met in the Czech Republic to remember this historical event and all those who were present in 1805.

Austerlitz, 1805: The Battle of the Three Emperors (Re-Enactment Series)

Painting miniatures, though a relatively small sector, is one of the most widespread hobbies throughout the world. The modellers and painters prefer mainly military figures and model vehicles, closely followed by fantasy figures. However, painting female figures presents an alternative to these, taking second place among the preferences of many painters, perhaps due to a lack of knowledge or the difficulty it presents. From now on and thanks to this publication, all this is history. When painting a female figure, one should simply be familiar with the appropriate techniques in order to obtain the picturesque effects that portray finesse, avoiding sharp lights and shadows used on military figures. Airbrush techniques, almost always feared by the majority of painters, provide really surprising finishes that can later be applied to other types of tasks. The sensuality, glamour and eroticism that occasionally accompany female figures cannot be forgotten, making this publication an essential guide for overcoming the fear of this type of figure painting that can provide great satisfaction once the pieces are finished. This is undoubtedly a new style that breaks away from traditional techniques that are repeated in conventional figure painting. The publication is designed in a very visual way, accompanying the reader with brief and concise explanations on the use of different techniques, illustrative step-by-step processes. The examples described include how to paint figures ranging from 30mm fantasy miniatures to large scale figures, as well as specific techniques for simulating skin, hair, lips and everything that comprises the female figure as a whole, in which sensuality is a key factor.

PAINTING MINIATURE FEMALE FIGURES: The Techniques

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

The art of painting miniatures, both military and other types requires certain knowledge, occasionally very basic in nature, in order to obtain satisfactory results. From the preparation of the figure, regardless of the scale and materials from which it was made up to the final presentation with finishing touches, the work requires a meticulous and passionate application, as well as patience and hours of dedication. In this book, the reader will find the answers to the most frequently asked questions when undertaking such a task, whether they come from novices painting a figure for the first time or confirmed artists. The main techniques and different types of paints and enamels, most commonly used materials, factors to be taken into account before starting any such task, the most amazing tricks for imitating all sorts of texture and effects and many more, are dealt with in this book in a very convenient and visual manner, with concise texts, so that any enthusiast can improve his/her results and discover techniques that he/she has never used before, either due to a lack of knowledge or fear of obtaining unsatisfactory outcomes. A clearly structured index permits the use of the book without wasting time and finding each answer with ease. But painting a figure is not simply a purely pictorial work. The reader will also find techniques and advice for making his/her finished pieces more attractive to the observer, through the choice of the appropriate base, decoration, conversion and the creation of small terrains in which to set the figure. Advice for participating in competitions is also provided, as well as the most appropriate ways for conserving figures and avoiding their deterioration with the passage of time and elements as damaging as dust. The final section is dedicated to the works of world renowned confirmed artists, in an attractive gallery of award-winning works with the most outstanding works at an international level in recent years. Here, the enthusiast can source ideas for creating his/her own works, or simply enjoy the works of the great masters. This is definitely a comprehensive manual that will be of great help for miniature figure painting enthusiasts, whatever be their chosen theme.

F.A.Q.: Figure Painting: Frequently Asked Questions about Figure Painting Techniques

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