Building and Painting a Shield for a Knight Lancer
By Richard Gray
Unleash your creativity with this comprehensive guide to Building and Painting a Shield for a Knight Lancer model. Discover how to create a traditional-looking shield instead of the cut-out style of the original, that perfectly complements your model’s aesthetic with intricate freehand designs and weathering effects.
What’s Inside the Building and Painting a Shield for a Knight Lancer Guide:
- Creating the Shield: Learn how to trace and cut a shield shape from plasticard, and attach detailed resin corner sections from the original shield using a Dremel tool for precision.
- Customising the Rear of the Shield: Find out how to modify the rear of the shield to connect seamlessly with the Knight Lancer’s fist, using circular connectors and additional stabilising pieces.
- Priming and Base Coating: Prime the shield with Vallejo Black Surface Primer and apply base coats using Vallejo Game Colour Turquoise, Scalecolour Hiril Blue, and Games Workshop Mournfang Brown to achieve a vibrant, weathered look.
- Freehand Design: Step-by-step instructions on painting a striking black circle and a bone fish design inspired by the symbol of Tzeentch, using a range of Vallejo and Games Workshop paints for detailed shading and highlights.
- Eye Detailing: Expert tips for painting a realistic eye with intricate iris details, utilising Vallejo Game Colour Ultramarine Blue, Games Workshop Troll Slayer Orange, and more.
- Rose Design: Techniques for creating a soft, blended rose design, with highlights and shadows to add depth and realism, using colours like Vallejo Model Colour Cork Brown and P3 Battlefield Brown.
- Stem and Background Elements: Guidance on painting a detailed stem with curls and thorns, along with tiny skulls to balance the composition, using Games Workshop and P3 paints.
- Adding Blood and Weathering: Instructions for adding realistic blood effects and weathering, including chipping and rust details, to enhance the shield’s battle-worn appearance.
- Metallic Corner Sections: Tips for creating green metallic corners using Scale 75 metallic paints mixed with inks, and adding final touches with Rhinox Hide and metallic silver highlights.
This guide is ideal for hobbyists looking to elevate their Knight Lancer models with customised shields and advanced painting techniques. Follow along to transform your model into a masterpiece with a traditional yet cohesive look.
Download the full Building and Painting a Shield for a Knight Lancer guide, below, and start crafting your unique Knight Lancer shield today!
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