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Friday, November 28, 2014

Vikings #2


I just haven't had much time to post this month for various reasons, but finally getting one in. I've been painting and have report to write so more things coming when I get more time. These are some of my re-based Vikings that I've been working on for SAGA and Impetus. Vikings are among my favourite periods well actually all dark ages is.:-)  

The figures are all Foundry and the flag is LBM.

Thanks for viewing!:-)
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  1. Jonathan FreitagNovember 28, 2014 at 5:28 AM

    Quite stunning brushwork! The figures almost come to life and your photography is exquisite.

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  2. JayNovember 28, 2014 at 5:36 AM

    I always enjoy your painting style, and figure-picture-presentation. Fine job, sir.

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 28, 2014 at 5:06 PM

      Thank you very much Jay I appreciate the sentiments.

      Christopher

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  3. DalaupprorNovember 28, 2014 at 5:40 AM

    Stunning painwork!!!

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    1. DalaupprorNovember 28, 2014 at 5:42 AM

      Love the vikingship siluetts in the back of the first picture.

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    2. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 28, 2014 at 5:07 PM

      Thank you kindly Michael!

      Christopher

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    3. DalaupprorDecember 13, 2014 at 8:09 AM

      I keep comming back and look at you Vikings, I really like them very much !

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    4. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)December 13, 2014 at 2:34 PM

      Thank you very much Michael I'm happy you are enjoying them.:-)

      Christopher

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  4. ChrisfigurinesNovember 28, 2014 at 5:51 AM

    Terrific painting on those Vikings, love the first picture with the ships in background, the variety of hair and beard colours and different animal skin colours, plus your excellent basing tops them of nicely!

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    1. UnknownNovember 28, 2014 at 9:03 AM

      I was impressed by that first picture as well. Set the scene for a Viking horde perfectly.

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    2. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 28, 2014 at 5:08 PM

      Thank you very Chris and Anne! Glad you both enjoyed the composition.:-)

      Christopher

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  5. Black PowderNovember 28, 2014 at 6:37 AM

    A lot of time and attention to detail must have gone into these, wow what a unit! I love the dusted down effect on the shields, really gives them that rough feeling. This is how Vikings should look, I hope Ragnar is watching and paying attention.

    Cheers,
    Sören

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 28, 2014 at 5:09 PM

      Thank you ever so much Sören! I hope Ragnar approves!:-)

      Christopher

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  6. maximexNovember 28, 2014 at 6:39 AM

    Yes.
    There is, once again, great to see and astonished these very natural reworked, (almost live) characters, harmonious and resonant colors

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  7. Ubique MattNovember 28, 2014 at 8:01 AM

    Yet another example of top notch painting. The final effect of the blonde haired warriors is particularly effective.

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  8. PhilNovember 28, 2014 at 8:50 AM

    Stunning paintjob, really excellent!

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  9. UnknownNovember 28, 2014 at 9:04 AM

    The brushwork on these is just perfect. Your highlights on the weaponry are so crisp and clean. And your photography of the work is first rate.

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 28, 2014 at 5:12 PM

      Thank you very much Anne I do appreciate that as photography is always a challenge for me.

      Christopher

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  10. alex sengirNovember 28, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    офигительно! - I do not know how to say it in English :(

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 28, 2014 at 5:14 PM

      No problem I appreciate the fact that your trying to leave a comment and thank you!:-)

      Christopher

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  11. Phil CNovember 28, 2014 at 9:33 AM

    your work on the vikings are pure and utterly brilliant painting! great colors and figures, the flocking of the bases look fantastic! also top notch photos and display of the figures....two thumbs up!

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  12. JehanNovember 28, 2014 at 9:41 AM

    Rhaaaaa these guys are awesome ! Great paintjob Christopher.

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  13. DeanMNovember 28, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    Very cool, Christopher! Love that first shot with the longships in the distance.

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  14. wiatrogNovember 28, 2014 at 11:26 AM

    Amazing painting and basing - as always!

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  15. RodgerNovember 28, 2014 at 12:14 PM

    Stunning paint work Christopher! I have some Foundry Vikings that are about finished too. Not as good as these though!

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 28, 2014 at 5:18 PM

      Thank you very much Rodger! Looking forward to seeing your version of the Foundry Vikings which I'm sure will look great.

      Christopher

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  16. Neil ScottNovember 28, 2014 at 12:30 PM

    those vikings look awesome

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  17. FurphyNovember 28, 2014 at 12:55 PM

    Great work, I really like the flesh well done .
    Regards Furphy .

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  18. Flags of WarNovember 28, 2014 at 1:41 PM

    WOW!!!!

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  19. Moiterei_1984November 28, 2014 at 2:57 PM

    Excellent Chris! The new basing really does your lovely.... ahem I ment to say fearsome... Vikings justice.

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  20. MontyNovember 28, 2014 at 4:44 PM

    Mouth-watering lovely! I adore the skins, the striped pants and the longships. And basing! If I keep looking, this list will grow.

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 28, 2014 at 5:21 PM

      Thank you very much Monty for your very kind Support!

      Christopher

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  21. Michael AwdryNovember 28, 2014 at 11:33 PM

    Wow, wow, wow wow! These are stunning Christopher, I was blown away by that first picture - just tremendous!

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 29, 2014 at 2:14 AM

      Thank you very much Michael I'm very pleased you enjoy the picture!:-)

      Christopher

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  22. CyrusNovember 29, 2014 at 1:58 AM

    Brilliant Vikings Christopher!

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  23. DavidNovember 29, 2014 at 4:01 AM

    Fine work there Christopher!

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  24. PanzerKaputNovember 29, 2014 at 4:53 AM

    Gosh they are amazing, rich is colour and so characterful. Simply said they are blooming good.

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 29, 2014 at 2:44 PM

      Thank you very much PK that's very kind of you to say.

      Christopher

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  25. PaulalbaNovember 29, 2014 at 8:57 AM

    Those are lovely Christopher, brilliant colours.

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  26. CurtNovember 29, 2014 at 10:01 AM

    Gorgeous work as usual Christopher! Love the opening picture with the fog-shrouded longships.

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  27. Silver WhistleNovember 29, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    It has been said several times and I will say it again, that first picture with the Long ships in the backdrop is fantastic. Flesh tones are also superb Christopher.

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)November 29, 2014 at 2:47 PM

      Thank you kindly Pat and happy you enjoyed the background money shot. I'm not up to the full storytelling you do, but I can pull one off's here and there.:-)

      Christopher

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  28. ScheckNovember 30, 2014 at 12:42 PM

    Wonderful job you did and nice presentation - so impressive. i like the flag, also - cool colors!
    Peter

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  29. Jonas MDecember 2, 2014 at 3:18 AM

    These are simply superb Christopher! Lovely work indeed!

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  30. Sir TobiDecember 2, 2014 at 12:08 PM

    Fantastic Figures, Christopher. We'll have a SAGA competition at the next AttritiCon - If you can make the time it would be great to have you there and to face these ferocious Vikings in Battle (and to send them to Walhalla, of course!)

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)December 2, 2014 at 1:43 PM

      Thank you very much Tobi! Maybe I'll join in as I always like a good dark age rumble!:-)

      Christopher

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  31. The Angry LurkerDecember 3, 2014 at 2:58 AM

    Stunning work Christopher!

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  32. MiniMikeDecember 6, 2014 at 4:23 AM

    Ha Vikings! First army I ever painted were Vikings and did a SAGA warband later :-) Great work on those Christopher and good to see you're still going strong here!
    Background perfect as well. Is that a reality in scale (modelscene) mat you're using?
    See you in the Challenge, I'll try to keep up with you...

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)December 6, 2014 at 11:16 AM

      Thank you very much Mike! In regards to the mat I think that is what is called. I'm sure you will be able to keep up with me.:-) My pace is always slow, but steady.

      Christopher

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  33. RogJanuary 16, 2015 at 1:57 PM

    I congratulate you for your very interesting blog. Your Vikings are amazing! Cheers!

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)January 17, 2015 at 2:16 AM

      Thank you very much RMacedo I'm happy you like them!

      Christopher

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  34. Michal DwarfCryptJanuary 17, 2015 at 3:48 AM

    Fantastic work!!!!!

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  35. ImarthilMarch 14, 2015 at 12:23 PM

    Great and beautifully painted branch of Vikings :)

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