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Friday, July 10, 2015

Confederates (15mm)

Continuing on with my 15 ACW revamp project. Well I know I said I'll first finish showing all the union I have finished, but decided I would prefer to mix it up a bit and will be showing both.

When painting confederates I really like to to dive into the ragged mixed uniform look and give quite a bit a variety. However this does come at cost in terms of painting time and at least doubles it if not more when compared to painting union. However since I trade off back and forth between the two sides it gives me chance to have a break between them. The colours used are a mix of Foundry the first unit in front and Howard Hues the back two. The Foundry are darker shades and the Howard Hues are a bit brighter mixed with strong tone washes. I like them both and will mix them up in all my units. Flags are from the excellent GMB designs.

Lots more on the way soon!

Thanks for viewing!:-)
Miniature Company- Old Glory 15's


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34 comments:

  1. SteveJuly 10, 2015 at 3:20 AM

    They look great!

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  2. NateJuly 10, 2015 at 3:37 AM

    look awesome mate, well done.

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  3. Jonathan FreitagJuly 10, 2015 at 5:44 AM

    Painting Confederates does take more time than painting their Federal counterparts but your rag-tag results are well worth the extra effort.

    Well done!

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)July 10, 2015 at 2:06 PM

      Thanks a bunch Jonathan and indeed they do take longer!

      Christopher

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  4. Phil CJuly 10, 2015 at 6:24 AM

    Your Confederates look great! lovely flocking of the bases too - marvelous!

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  5. AnonymousJuly 10, 2015 at 6:36 AM

    Fantastic! I am about to start a new ACW project--these miniatures are very inspiring! I like the motley look.

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)July 10, 2015 at 2:07 PM

      Thank you kindly GM! Good luck on your project!

      Christopher

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  6. Black PowderJuly 10, 2015 at 9:23 AM

    I think you've really succeeded in recreating that ragged "Rebel" look. I can almost hear the Rebel Yell ring out as these proud sons of the South storm forward!

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    1. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)July 10, 2015 at 2:08 PM

      Thank you kindly BP I'm glad they give you that impression!

      Christopher

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  7. Silver WhistleJuly 10, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    Wow! They look superb Christopher, you have really captured that Reb look and to think they are in 15mm as well.

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  8. CyrusJuly 10, 2015 at 4:29 PM

    Superb painting Christopher - the ragged, mixed uniform look is very effective!

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  9. DeanMJuly 10, 2015 at 7:05 PM

    Fantastic looking troops, Christopher. The various colored clothing is impressive.

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  10. ChrisfigurinesJuly 11, 2015 at 12:03 AM

    Great work Christopher. you really have captured the ragged look of those Rebs!

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  11. Jonas MJuly 11, 2015 at 6:11 AM

    Great looking units! Nice mix of colours.

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  12. DalaupprorJuly 12, 2015 at 12:28 AM

    Impressive ! The units look really good and a stunning paintwork indeed !

    Best regards Michael

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  13. Neil ScottJuly 12, 2015 at 1:23 AM

    Great looking units. I like the ragged look to Confederates

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  14. SamuliJuly 12, 2015 at 11:21 PM

    Very nice work! The variety in uniforms is definately worth the extra effort! Really gives them a rag-tag feel.

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  15. DavidJuly 13, 2015 at 2:18 PM

    Fine work, Christopher!

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  16. PaulalbaJuly 13, 2015 at 4:04 PM

    They came out lovely Christopher!!!

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  17. Ray RousellJuly 17, 2015 at 7:45 AM

    Top looking Rebs Chris!

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