These videos show how to paint Leagues of Votann Hearthkyn Warrior (space dwarfs/squats), which were sent to me by Games Workshop.
Video Part One – How to Paint Leagues of Votann Hearthkyn Warrior
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Video Part Two – How to Paint Leagues of Votann Hearthkyn Warrior
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Paints Used
Games Workshop: Rhinox Hide, Sotek Green, Warpstone Glow, Yriel Yellow, XV-88, Mephiston Red, Evil Sunz Scarlet, Troll Slayer Orange, Fire Dragon Bright, Deathworld Forest, Mournfang Brown, Balor Brown,
Vallejo: Neutral Grey, Black, Dark Grey, Ice Yellow
P3: Morrow White
Preparation and Base Coating
- Model Assembly: Assemble your model, ensuring arms and weapons are separated for easier painting.
- Priming: Apply a black primer evenly across the model. This will serve as your base for all subsequent layers.
Face Mask and Armour
- Base Layer: Begin with ‘Rhinox Hide’ for the face mask, focusing on the left-hand side to simulate light direction. For the armour, start with ‘Sotek Green’, applying the paint loosely to create texture.
- Highlighting Technique: Use a lamp to identify where the main highlights should be, focusing on the upper left side of the model. This will help simulate directional lighting.
- Layering Armour: Build up the armour’s colour using layers of ‘Sotek Green’, ‘Ahriman Blue’, and ‘Temple Guard Blue’. For the final highlights, mix ‘Ice Yellow’ with ‘Temple Guard Blue’.
- Detailing Face Mask: Use ‘Balor Brown’ and ‘Ice Yellow’ for detailing, especially on the top left side for highlights.
Trousers and Boots
- Base Coat: Start with a black or dark grey base coat for the trousers.
- Highlights: Gradually build highlights on the trousers using a mix of the base colour and ‘Ice Yellow’. Keep the highlights subtle to maintain the focus on the upper part of the model.
Additional Details and Weathering
- Boots and Lower Details: Use a similar technique as the trousers for the boots, focusing on subtle highlights.
- Weathering: Apply ‘Mournfang Brown’ to create a worn, weathered look on the armour. Focus on recesses and edges to simulate natural wear and tear.
Final Touches
- Refining Highlights: Go back to the armour and face mask, refining highlights where necessary. This is the stage to perfect your light direction and ensure consistency across the model.
- Completing the Base: Paint the base to complement the model. A simple, unobtrusive design ensures the focus remains on the warrior.
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