Another Australian Flying Corps figure
Hello again,
This figure is one from the Elan 13 stable in 54mm scale - a really novel piece for a WW1 pilot.
Acrylics overall but oils for the skin tones. When I first saw this model I was unsure about the 44 gallon drum but it turns out these were invented prior to the war so it still fits in with the era.
I am sure some of these fellas may have worn their cricket vest under their flying suits to gain that little bit extra warmth.
The original kit has a different head (one with a peaked cap). This one came from Hornet and looks a little like Bo King from 4SQN AFC. I also had to remove the rank insignia from the sleeves to make him an Australian - and then add some pips to his epaulets.
Cheers,
Paul
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Fantastic, I just love the expression you get on these faces, Paul.
I'm with David, I love the facial expression. Well done! I wish I had a pair of those boots ...
Excellent work Paul. You've mastered an art I'm still trying to learn.
I dunno how ya do it...he even LOOKS Australian. 🙂
Well done. Nice presentation.
Crikey, that´s a nice looking fella! Hmm maybe the sole of the boot should be a different shade?
Yeah... thanks, will fix that today...it looks far too new and should probably be grey.
Cheers.
Maybe a bit more details on the boots in general...buckles, laces, leather panel lines...rivets and rust...just joking.
Really nice. You "breathe life" into your figures.
Very nice indeed, I'm not a figure painter so am unsure about 52 mm, I reckon that's close to 1/35th (about 5' 11.5" at 1:1)?
I think it would be 1/32 which is 54mm to eye height.
Another nice one!