tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post6569599865857530399..comments2024-03-28T08:36:18.296-04:00Comments on Eye of Error: Building More Realistic Terrain - Imperial FountainThe Eye of Errorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10542198234289439408noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-29141560215157117352013-01-29T18:19:59.899-05:002013-01-29T18:19:59.899-05:00muy buen trabajo, es impresionante!! me encanta, s...muy buen trabajo, es impresionante!! me encanta, sorry i dont speak english :(Hermano Rudoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15394664107697527466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-59016739798735705872013-01-26T00:24:22.753-05:002013-01-26T00:24:22.753-05:00That is so freakin' awesome!
I definitely real...That is so freakin' awesome!<br />I definitely really like this piece. <br />You've got me thinking about jumping back into building some terrain.<br />I really do loathe playing on very boring boards and need to build some to enhance my FLGSAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11767512089069306197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-78535318648303668012013-01-25T06:43:59.144-05:002013-01-25T06:43:59.144-05:00Fair enough, fair enough ;-) I didn't actually...Fair enough, fair enough ;-) I didn't actually take this as a slight or anything, don't worry! And my comment surely wasn't an "official statement" representing DFG or anything, I just contribute guest articles over there, so I wouldn't be justified in going around bullying other people in their name ;-)<br /><br />I also don't expect you to build and paint anything less impressive than the stuff you usually do: All I wanted to point out is that it's really possible to take a middle ground here, even if that's not your thing ;-)<br /><br />And, in any case, I was just commenting for the joy of having a well considered discussion, not to start trouble ;-) I remain a big fan of both your blog and work, of course. So no offense intended ;-) KrautScientisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16992997405409517857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-67408461299496967902013-01-25T00:04:39.946-05:002013-01-25T00:04:39.946-05:00First off, Thanks for the compliments :)
Secondly...First off, Thanks for the compliments :)<br /><br />Secondly, I want to open this statement by saying I have nothing but respect and admiration for you and the whole DFG crew, so hopefully you won't be taken aback by this statement.<br /><br />This is not an argument with sides… I know that for some money is an issue, I know that some prefer to spend more on their armies than on terrain. However, these articles are not meant for those individuals.<br /><br />My end goal is quality and uniqueness. I go for a fresh, high-quality perspective on model and terrain making regardless of cost or time involved in executing those projects. <br /><br />EOE isn't an all-comers type of blog. I'll never do a "gaming on a budget" or "cheap, simple" type articles. That's just not my thing and if people want to read that, well then there's about 8,000 other blogs that do just that.<br /><br />If you want realistically detailed, complex terrain or minis that are not one of thousand overdone Space Marine chapters then this is the place to be :)The Eye of Errorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10542198234289439408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-20159803995241275522013-01-24T06:56:49.952-05:002013-01-24T06:56:49.952-05:00Well, and there I was just yesterday, posting abou...Well, and there I was just yesterday, posting about how to make quick and easy ruined buildings using foamcore. How awkward...<br /><br />The fountain is fantastic, of course! The construction is great, and the paintjob looks marvelous. Extra kudos for the algae, of course ;-)<br /><br />Still, I feel compelled to present the other side to this arguement: Sure, seeing terrain of this quality on tables everywhere would be a dream come true, but in many cases it's a problem of money as well as execution: Not everyone can afford to spend so much on GW terrain kits. Or there are people like me, who spend quite a bit of money but prefer to actually buy stuff for their army.<br /><br />I also think that knocking up reasonably good looking terrain from readily available household materials is a joy all of its own, so there's that too.<br /><br />In any case, I think this isn't a question with a right and a wrong answer. Personally speaking, while I love lavish pieces of terrain like your fountain, I think it's possible to find a middle ground between stuff like this and simpler pieces.<br /><br />Fantastic work, nonetheless! Keep it up! ;-)KrautScientisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16992997405409517857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-45586513374066047692013-01-23T19:38:57.076-05:002013-01-23T19:38:57.076-05:00Your welcome to come play at my FLGS any time! I r...Your welcome to come play at my FLGS any time! I recommend taking a look at the imperial armor master class books for some awesome ideas on terrain. <br /><br />I see a new background too! Someone getting board with photoshop :-) Donz0https://www.blogger.com/profile/05728436980343866671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-64349811165450414032013-01-23T19:13:33.664-05:002013-01-23T19:13:33.664-05:00Thanks. And love the new Banner btw. Much improved...Thanks. And love the new Banner btw. Much improved and professional looking.Siph_Horridushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07159625883822754521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-63829075537690828272013-01-23T18:11:56.508-05:002013-01-23T18:11:56.508-05:00Gorgeous!
& you're 100% right, we all nee...Gorgeous!<br /><br />& you're 100% right, we all need to work harder on the terrain. Good terrain adds so much to a game. Cornumortemhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01571332320284109550noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-42746409819954399652013-01-23T17:30:45.729-05:002013-01-23T17:30:45.729-05:00Thanks!
How I did the algae effects is in the art...Thanks!<br /><br />How I did the algae effects is in the article:<br /><br /><br />Add Environmental Effects<br />I wanted stagnant water in the fountain. Like a partially drained hotel pool that has been growing algae all winter long. (I grew up on an tourist island).<br /><br />The algae in the water was created by dropping green foliage basing into layers of "wet" wet effects. After about 8 layers it started to look realistic and had depth. Super quick, super easy, super effective.<br />The Eye of Errorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10542198234289439408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-15950937137009362272013-01-23T16:39:14.845-05:002013-01-23T16:39:14.845-05:00Very nice looking. May I ask, how did you do the a...Very nice looking. May I ask, how did you do the algae in the water effects? It's a really cool effect I've never seen before, and might like to try myself on some swampy terrain I am doing.Nuclearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00515333278341428068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-87264261787468903532013-01-23T12:41:29.731-05:002013-01-23T12:41:29.731-05:00That is just awesome! I must build one.That is just awesome! I must build one.slipwinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07823619071513079633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-74987160044969221012013-01-23T12:32:43.779-05:002013-01-23T12:32:43.779-05:00Thanks! , I just added your banner. :)Thanks! , I just added your banner. :)The Eye of Errorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10542198234289439408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-66772061596744189582013-01-23T12:32:27.267-05:002013-01-23T12:32:27.267-05:00Thanks!
It's mostly Vallejo bronze green wate...Thanks!<br /><br />It's mostly Vallejo bronze green watered down, and mixed with a little turquoise. Pretty simple really. A second wash with bronze green and a lighter green adds some extra variety to the color pattern.The Eye of Errorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10542198234289439408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-34553174541350167062013-01-23T11:43:05.215-05:002013-01-23T11:43:05.215-05:00Beautifully done and incredibly inspirational! Th...Beautifully done and incredibly inspirational! Thanks for so many shots to help with our own projects.Brian Carlsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06761475585889389501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-74214773985995372502013-01-23T11:37:17.325-05:002013-01-23T11:37:17.325-05:00I'm with Sith on this, it looks tremendous!
i...I'm with Sith on this, it looks tremendous!<br /><br />i want it for my games!<br /><br />How do you feel about joining our blog group at:<br />http://scifiwargamers.blogspot.co.uk/2013/01/join-scifiwargamers-network.html<br /><br />Be good to see you there!<br /><br />MarseMarcelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17532877403401300295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317399208487315110.post-649257236135779102013-01-23T11:10:05.617-05:002013-01-23T11:10:05.617-05:00Awesome piece, I've been on a terrain drive re...Awesome piece, I've been on a terrain drive recently and I totally agree it enhances your games. No-one wants to fight over foam hills and grey plastic buildings!<br /><br />Love the patina effect on the statue and griffons, what was the process for the verdigris? I've the big GW marine statue to do and Bronze would suit.Siph_Horridushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07159625883822754521noreply@blogger.com