LO Miniature Exchange

Yes, once again it is time for one of Kuffy’s infamous “I saw this idea on another site and decided to steal it” threads. =D I hope people are up for this, as it should be a great idea if it works.

Along the lines of the LOC project this is a miniature give away, except there is no buying or charity involved. Instead it is a chance for you as a member to receive a miniature painted by another member upon the forum to keep as your very own.

Here are the rules:

HOW WILL IT WORK?

- Well once you’ve signed up (see “How do I sign up?”), a secret draw will be held and each participant will be sent a PM, with the name and address of the person they are to paint for (keep this a secret).

- Once you receive a name you pick, convert (if you wish) and paint your miniature (see “Can I send any type of figure?”).

- Before you post it, please try and take a photo. Whilst it’s great to give, it’s better to see what else has been sent, so by taking a photo, you let everyone else see, and enjoy, your creation.

- Post your figure. It is strongly recommended that you send minis by some form of trackable post. In the UK this is called 'Recorded' or 'Signed For Delivery'. Whilst this will cost a little more, it will ensure the figure does arrive (post is not infallible) and will give you peace of mind.

- When your recipient lets you now it’s arrived, please post a picture of your creation on LO (they’ll be a pinned thread for photos).

- Sit back and wait for your mini to arrive (if it hasn’t already done so) and be sure to let your painter know it’s arrived – positive feedback is always welcome too.

- If you want to, then inclusion of a short paragraph as to your choice of mini is welcomed.


WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Absolutely anyone on the site is welcome to join in. Whatever your level of modelling expertise, the exchange is an opportunity for you to paint a figure you might not normally do, and maybe stretch your painting talents a little. The fun really is in the giving (trust me).

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Simply put your name in this thread and then PM King Ulrik Flamebeard your address for postage. This will then be passed on to your painter once the draw is made. If you have any special requirements (i.e can't post very far) let Kuffy know when you PM him so he can try and sort you out.

As this will be LO’s first miniature exchange, I am limiting the capacity to a maximum of 16 – 20. If we get twenty that be great, otherwise I will be forced to cap it at an even number (ie, 16, 18, or 20) to make sure everyone has a ‘partner’.

In addition, should you desire to have a specific member in mind that you JUST HAVE to paint a miniature for, then please include it into your entry PM, and I shall try to sort out members as best as I can. If multiple members request the same member, then it’ll be first come first served.

I’ll keep this post updated at the bottom with a list of participants.

CAN I SEND ANY TYPE OF FIGURE?

There are certain rules:

* All minis should be 25-30mm scale.

* Minis can be from any manufacturer.

Beyond that there are some guidelines:

* Try and put some thought into what you paint for your recipient. This is not an excuse to offload the guff from the bottom of your bits box. Likewise basing the minis in accordance with their role in the relevant rule book might well be a nice touch.

* Research on the forum is key. Have a look at your recipient’s army blog/painting and hobby posts/army lists/tactics articles and so on to try and get an idea of what they may like. Once the draw is made there will be a wishlist thread so you can also use this for ideas. There is no compulsion for you to give the recipient what they ask for, or go out and buy a new figure especially, but tailoring what you have to what they want is a nice touch.

* If you are stuck for ideas about the painter and want guidance then PM Kuffy or me, and we’ll give you some ideas or PM the painter to find out a little more about them, this ensures anonymity.

* If you’re particularly proud of your creation, you could always sign the base.


WHAT ARE THE DEADLINES?

The deadline for entering the exchange is 30th April 2008.

The deadline for posting your figure is 30th June 2008 which gives you about two months to produce a figure. Even I can manage that.

WHAT IF SOMETHING HAPPENS AND I CAN’T FINISH THE EXCHANGE?

Everybody knows that real life can take some pretty unexpected turns. If it suddenly turns out that you can’t complete on time (or at all), let Kuffy know, and he’ll see if he can sort out an alternative something for your recipient. Please don’t just let the deadline pass and remember - late is better than not at all.

Having said all this, please bear in mind that someone else will be putting time and effort into a mini and expecting something in return. Therefore the simple solution is don’t sign up if you think you’ll have trouble meeting the deadline. It's worth underlining that, if you sign up, you're going to have to take one of your miniatures, take time to paint/convert it and be prepared to send it just about anywhere.

ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW?

Please try to keep who you are painting for a secret. It’s much more fun that way!

Before you sign up please make sure you’re aware of the risks involved. Unlikely as it may be, you might receive nothing.

Be aware that there is a fair chance your mini will have to be sent overseas, make sure that you are comfortable with this before deciding to join. If this is going to be a problem, please indicate this in your sign up post (or PM to Kuffy) and we’ll try and work around this, although we cannot guarantee anything until we have a full list of participants

Any other problems, PM Kuffy


Participants:

1. Kuffy
2. Jaffar_Hasad
3. slorak
4. Aubec
5. Inquisitor Blackadder
6. minus_t
7. Killswitch
8. Andusciassus
9. Toastee
10. aeroplane
11. Cyric the Mad
12. Thirdeye
13. Lynx.Fatalis
14. BobaHat
15. Shonuff
16. hazzbob
17. aetherguy881
18. FabricatorGeneralMike
19. Canew
20. Tsele





Kuffy

I'm in! =D

Kuffy

I'd like to participate. If I enter twice, does LOsanta give me twice as many gifts? :P

I will participate. However if there ends up being an uneven amount I will drop to make things even... :)

I'm in if you will have me.

I'm in if you will have me.

Anyone is free to enter. All you need to do is PM me your mailing address and wait for the draw, once we get more members involved.

Kuffy

After a few hours of heavy thinking(interrupted by the conversion of space marines) I have decided that I would like to participate if at all possible :)
Thanks! 8Y

:happy:

After a few hours of heavy thinking(interrupted by the conversion of space marines) I have decided that I would like to participate if at all possible :)
Thanks! 8Y

:happy:

OK. Will add you.



Remember people, when entering you need to reply to this thread AND PM me your mailing address.


Kuffy

Hm.

As much as it deeply (deeply, deeply) pains me to join in with something he 'thought of' (stole), I suppose that, for the good of the forum, I shall enter.

C'mon people, if I can get off my skinny, lazy ass to paint something for someone else, surely some of you can too!

-t.

Hm.

As much as it deeply (deeply, deeply) pains me to join in with something he 'thought of' (stole), I suppose that, for the good of the forum, I shall enter.

C'mon people, if I can get off my skinny, lazy ass to paint something for someone else, surely some of you can too!

-t.

Yay! You are just jealous that I am doing it and not you, dude. =p Admit it. Lets see who you draw then. =D

Come on people! One miniature, two months to get it sent. You can do it, easily.

Kuffy

I'm in, only one question. Is it any mini? Or is there a specific one we must paint, etc?

-J

I'm in, only one question. Is it any mini? Or is there a specific one we must paint, etc?

-J

Any mini is allowed. However, the idea would be to aim it for your given painter. For example, say they played space marines, say Black Templars, then painting an Ork for them might be a bit off, unless they would enjoy the mini. That is the aim, but any miniature is allowed.

Kuffy

Well, if -t is in I better get in on this too.
That way, when he confesses to net being able to make the deadline you can count on me being there to make things even:)

Just kidding of course. I shall from here on be known as the making-the-deadline-man...

What I mean to say is "I'm in"

Remember, the PM with mailing address is required for entry to be accepted. =)

Nice to see some more members getting involved. =D

Kuffy

*Plants the Flag of Fox through Kuffy's foot*

I shall enter!

*looks at Kuffy*
What? Why that face? What did I do? :(
Ooooh your foot. I am sorry. I totally didn't see it. o.o

Well, if -t is in I better get in on this too.
That way, when he confesses to not being able to make the deadline you can count on me being there to make things even:)

I call slander on that!

...oh wait, it's true.

=(

-t.

One way to get what you want painted is to perhaps mail out the parts/figure you want painted to your person... I have seen ones done this way...

Either way it is all good. :)

One way to get what you want painted is to perhaps mail out the parts/figure you want painted to your person... I have seen ones done this way...

Either way it is all good. :)

well then it's not too sneaky.

How about everyone just say something like:

"Hi, I'm Jaffar. I like long walks on the beach, but I prefer 40k. I play Imperial Fists, but I love anything that is well converted. I know yellow is a pain, so a techmarine or librarian would be cool (since I have neither). Sometimes I like to get really crazy, and make non-power armored units. If it's well converted, I'll love it."

I love the idea! Please count me in!

Jim




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That works Jaff...

'I'm Killswitch, and well, I play Orkz. This should be cool because all the new models are drop-dead sexy. Anything works for me, but if you must know, I play Footsloggers. Long walks on the beach are cool, but I prefer a good old fashion 'WAAAAGH' across a field thoroughly soaked in the blood of my fellow Orkz, as well as my enemies.'

-J

well then it's not too sneaky.

How about everyone just say something like:

"Hi, I'm Jaffar. I like long walks on the beach, but I prefer 40k. I play Imperial Fists, but I love anything that is well converted. I know yellow is a pain, so a techmarine or librarian would be cool (since I have neither). Sometimes I like to get really crazy, and make non-power armored units. If it's well converted, I'll love it."

Ha ha... Yeah - personally I don't really care what method is used. When Kuffy mentioned finding out what your "person" wanted rather than painting something random I was thinking of an even simpler way of meeting those goals... ;)

Personally I like the idea of the person getting what they get. Simply from the perspective of an "art" perspective rather than a "game" perspective. Your "person" is more likely to put forth the very best effort in creating something that they like.

It's all good! :)

Cheers,

-Mike

Well, one look at my threads and you can see I focus on space marine stuff pretty much all of the time. But it depends who I'm partnered with;)...I was always picked last in P.E *sniffs*

:happy:

The draw of whom paints for whom will be secret, with only myself knowing the full draw. To find what to paint them, you should check the forum for their minis/posts. After this, if you cannot find what you need that way, then you pm me with a request. I will contact them and ask, that way it is all still a surprise of who is getting what from whom. A bit of fun.

Kuffy

...
* Research on the forum is key. Have a look at your recipient’s army blog/painting and hobby posts/army lists/tactics articles and so on to try and get an idea of what they may like. Once the draw is made there will be a wishlist thread so you can also use this for ideas. There is no compulsion for you to give the recipient what they ask for, or go out and buy a new figure especially, but tailoring what you have to what they want is a nice touch.
...

Note bolded!

^_-

-t.

Note bolded!

^_-

-t.

*ahem*

I remember that. I was just about to point it out...

Kuffy

Sounds fun. I'm in.

It's (reasonably) late here in england :P and possible lack of drink(dont worry, I AM 17) We all make mistakes :p

It's (reasonably) late here in england :P and possible lack of drink(dont worry, I AM 17) We all make mistakes :p

Late? HAHAHA, it is still very early dude. Late is 2am onwards. -___^

Kuffy

Late? HAHAHA, it is still very early dude. Late is 2am onwards. -___^

Kuffy

Students don't count as normal. Least of all you.
Vampire Dwarf Boy!

xD

But, but, but...I'm only young! *sniffs*

Anyway I'll shut up now about that, or is this thread allowed to go off topic...a little? :P

P.S I'm in sixth form, I don't know about uni hours O.o

:happy:

But, but, but...I'm only young! *sniffs*

Anyway I'll shut up now about that, or is this thread allowed to go off topic...a little? :P

P.S I'm in sixth form, I don't know about uni hours O.o

:happy

Any thread that Kuffy posts in, goes off topic... regardless of whether its allowed to go off topic or not xD

Sounds like fun. I’m in. Any fig aye… Now, where did put that female Dracon with the strapon agoniser I was working on?

Any thread that Kuffy posts in, goes off topic... regardless of whether its allowed to go off topic or not xD

That. Is slander. I'll have your fur as a pair of comfy slippers by the end of the week!! And it is so not true. It is the others you take it off topic, not I.

Inquisitor Blackadder - Give it a year, and should you go to uni then you shall know such hours. I have seen the sunrise many times this year. Then gone to bed afterwards. XD

Kuffy

Actually I'm staying an extra year to carry on with one subject. So I'll get a fair few late nights/early mornings :D
Hmm, no lessons tomorrow...*makes cup of tea and watches bionic woman* night! :happy:

That. Is slander. I'll have your fur as a pair of comfy slippers by the end of the week!! And it is so not true. It is the others you take it off topic, not I.

Inquisitor Blackadder - Give it a year, and should you go to uni then you shall know such hours. I have seen the sunrise many times this year. Then gone to bed afterwards. XD

Kuffy

LIES! I hardly take anything off topic! I'm a good little fox me! Honest!


Inquisitor Blackadder: Don't listen to him. He only stays up late to do his work because he spends the day watching anime and painting ;)
Oh and sleeping. He's very lazy xD

Inquisitor Blackadder - Give it a year, and should you go to uni then you shall know such hours. I have seen the sunrise many times this year. Then gone to bed afterwards. XD


Sunrise is natures way of saying: "Now it is time to get a few hours of sleep before lectures".

Hah, you think this is off-topic? be gratetful Chererdanine* isn't here yet...
*shudders*

-t.

*spelling optional

Inquisitor Blackadder - I've had no lectures for three weeks. My bed time has been 3am onwards. Last night it was 5:45am. And when people are here, well... 6am is a good time to leave. -__^ =p You'll see.

Toastee - That is a clear lie. You so do. And, I don't always watch stuff or paint. Sometimes it involves alcohol and company as well. =p That said, my work has never been done late...well except those 3.30am and 5.30am essays...

minus_t - He's an old man. He was tucked up in bed by 8pm. =p Silly elf. What are lectures? =p

Kuffy

If it would be alright-i would like to participate in this exchange-I'm new with painting, but I've decent enough skill that I would hope someone else would be happy with a model from me.

Kuffy: MEGA LIES!

Lies that are so mega that... well... I can't actually think of anything to say... because your lies are SO MEGA!

You are like... the King of All Lies and things are are FALSE!

Kuffy: MEGA LIES!

Lies that are so mega that... well... I can't actually think of anything to say... because your lies are SO MEGA!

You are like... the King of All Lies and things are are FALSE!

Pah. Come here and say that. You lie!

*innocent of all crimes*


Kuffy

This seems like such a cool sekrit santa sort of thing.
I'd love to get into this (especially since -t had to go and call me lazy) ,but i don't have tons of spare minis laying around, of different armies to use.
plus I don't collect WFB so if the request of 'wish list" is for something I don't have, (i.e."Hey i would love a Ratling sniper!") getting it shipped to Hawaii in time to sand, file, clip,convert,prime,then paint it'll be past the deadline.

EDIT: Actually, frack it. i'm in.

PMing my address.

Pah. Come here and say that. You lie!

*innocent of all crimes*


Kuffy

I will say it! Come the Sonata Arctica gig! I will say it to YOUR FACE! THE FACE OF LIES!

Speaking of which have you bought ze tickets yet?

I will say it! Come the Sonata Arctica gig! I will say it to YOUR FACE! THE FACE OF LIES!

Speaking of which have you bought ze tickets yet?

Ha! Bring it fox. You cannot handle teh KUFFEH!!

Um..yeah...*rushes out* I will go down tomorrow, dude. I had forgotten. *cough*

Kuffy

Ha! Bring it fox. You cannot handle teh KUFFEH!!

Um..yeah...*rushes out* I will go down tomorrow, dude. I had forgotten. *cough*

Kuffy

I cannot handle teh Kuffeh?

Considering that you lie, and FORGET things... I think I can more than handle you :P
Just remember to turn up. ;)

I think the Kim-s0r is buying her own... but I can't check as shes in Portugal O.o

You know, this is actually a really fun idea! What the heck!

I'm in too! :)

I cannot handle teh Kuffeh?

Considering that you lie, and FORGET things... I think I can more than handle you :P
Just remember to turn up. ;)

I think the Kim-s0r is buying her own... but I can't check as shes in Portugal O.o

Bring it fluff brains. =p Turn up to what? Surely you can find my place by yourself by now. =p

Kuffy

Next time I will drag you into a mosh pit xD Then we'll see how tough you are :P
Don't worry, there won't be any at Sonata Arctica. *grin*

Next time I will drag you into a mosh pit xD Then we'll see how tough you are :P
Don't worry, there won't be any at Sonata Arctica. *grin*

Sure. I mugged a riot policeman the other day. I'm up for it. =p

Kuffy

Bringing this back on topic...

Sounds like a good idea, but I won;t be able to participate, as my painting skills aren't exactly up to snuff for something like this =P. But, I would like to suggest that, If this goes smoothly, that this happens every 2 or 3 months, so when people like me get good enough, they can participate. I would also like to suggest ans results (for lack of a better word) thread, just post what you got. If you covered this in the first post, I apologize.

I wouldn't mind doing this... it sounds like a good idea and a bit of fun.... although i do warn whoever i draw that im not what you would call an 'advanced painter'.... in fact im more of a novice but hey im only 14....

Sounds great! I'd like to participate. Pm'd twice due to premature send.

I'm aetherguy881, I play with the fury of the mighty Space Wolves. Nothing will stop the might of a pack of Blood Claws except the mighty Haegr; Who in turn will give them quite a thrashing. I've been wanting to expand my army but that will involve getting a non-Rune Priest HQ choice. I like conversions, especially good ones but simple ones are nice too, even if it's similar to a brother wolf, it'll be a bit more unique.

There are three places left! Everyone go! Go! Go! =D Thanks to all those who have entered.

Kuffy

Wow, I actually cannot wait for this to start now, just to see who I get partnered with. :happy:
Look Kuffy, I'm still up! :P and suprisingly not tired....
Hope you got my PM by the way ;Y

:happy:

Wow, I actually cannot wait for this to start now, just to see who I get partnered with. :happy:
Look Kuffy, I'm still up! :P and suprisingly not tired....
Hope you got my PM by the way ;Y

:happy:

hah, wait until you start drinking. -__^ =p But that's OK start, just stay awake for another two or three hours. =p

I did. I have received PMs from all entrants.

Kuffy

I don't drink and I'd like to keep it that way :P But who knows what the future holds...


2-3 hours? I hope my parents don't wake up then! XD



COFFEE!!!



Good luck to everyone! 8Y

I don't drink and I'd like to keep it that way :P But who knows what the future holds...



COFFEE!!!



Good luck to everyone! 8Y

haha, wait until you hit uni dude. -__^

Meh, not had an actual cup of coffee for over a year. Tea is where its at. Green tea even.

Kuffy

Dammit! I'm gonna have to go :P Me mum's nagging at me, lol

I agree actually Kuffy, go tea! Although I've never actually tried green tea O.o Perhaps I will over the weekend...
Night! er..morning, ehh whatever :happy:

After weeding out 6 pages of watching a dwarf and a fox go at it , I think this might be fun. Count me in =o]


Just please PLEASE!! don't send me any SM's I have more then enough of them.... :X Right now im playing tau but meh, use your imagination...FYI check out my name to see what faction I like the best ;Y Anything 40k or fantasy is awsome, personally the bad guys kick azz.

Ok, I've had trouble with keeping up with LO events in the past, but ONE model shouldn't be that bad.

Count me in. Yes, I mean it this time.

I'm into this... Just one question though! When all the applicants fill out the positions will there be a new thread to post our WIP or will we use this one?
(Sorry if this is answered but I'm at work and don't have mush time to read all three pages!) Also when and to whom we will ask for the mini... or the mini is something the other makes without asking?

But I'm in! :)

ALL POSITIONS ARE FILLED

Tsele - The images can be posted in this thread. There will be a thread for the completed miniatures to be posted, up in.

However, to those involved, please do not reveal the member you have been drawn to paint for. This is suppose to be a surprise and a bit of fun, so lets keep it a surprise.

Also, once the drawn has been done; in the next few days, you will have until the end June to have your miniature shipped off. If members involved would be so kind to post here what kind of miniature they'd like to receive. Otherwise, members should do research in their selected member for a better idea. If you're still not sure, then PM me and I shall PM your member with a request. =)

Kuffy

Phew... the last one! Nice!

I would like to add to my ongoing Space Wolves army, the Ice Wolves, a Wolf Priest, Rune Priest or a Wolf Captain... failing that a Wolf Guard or a Grey Hunter (plenty choices to go with!)

The color scheme is fairly simple! Codex Grey for the armor, with red shoulder pads, the trims of the shouder pads as well as the gun are boltgun metal with a black wash, eyes red and the fur details are scorched brown-bestial brown-bleached bone... the soft armor is black!

The surprise detail is very nice! So KUF you will be PM us as to whom we do? ;Y

The surprise detail is very nice! So KUF you will be PM us as to whom we do? ;Y

I will be indeed the one PM'ing you all with which member you have been drawn to paint a miniature for. The PM will include the address for the member in question. =)

I shall do the draw in the next few days, should be by Monday at the latest.

Kuffy

Ok Kuffy... I feel so eager to start... :ballon:

OK, everyone (except one who I am waiting for the address for) should now have a PM with a member's name and address to send it too. If you do not, or there is some problem, PM me and I'll deal with it quickly.

Now, you have until the 30th June 2008 to get the miniature sent by. Plenty of time, I think you'll agree. So, please do not reveal who you have been drawn - you are free to put WIP images up on the forum if you should choose to do so, just do not name who it is for. Now if members would be so kind as to leave a note in the thread 9ie, this one) as to what they would ideally like to receive. I'll put mine now...



[ I would like to receive...anything. I am not bothered what miniature I am given, as long as the member has tried their best. =) ]


If there are any problems, then you can either PM me or email me on the addresses in my signature. =)


Kuffy

Doesn't matter to me either. I would like something inspired by creativity.

Cheers,

-Mike

Ahah!-I misread the sending date-I'll be fine by then *hooray having a job*

As far as miniatures go-I'm generally open to anything, and i'd like whomever ended up with me on their half to have fun with what they paint. Only thing I would hope to not see would be Space Marines...

I'm not terribly picky. If it's painted well and is cool to look at, I'm happy. About the only thing I don't like is nurgle stuff. No offense to the nurgle fans out there, but the "gross" factor is a little over the top for me.

Right now, I'm working on a marine army (my color scheme's hard to reproduce -- *I* barely have it figured out!) and I have an ongoing Necron project. Right now, I'm trying to decide on a metal scheme for my immortals that is different from the aged chrome of the rest of my army. I'm also planning an IG army that looks like the Tallarn. I also just bought a ton of Cygnar stuff, but I haven't even started that. That's about all I have time/money for, but like I said, I like anything that shows effort and is fun to look at.

I will accept anything from the Warhammer fantasy range as I have too much 40k stuff :P I really don't mind what army it's from, as said before, as long as it's exciting to look at! Good luck everyone! 8Y and have fun!

:happy:

Despite not entering myself, I'd like to see how this entire thing turns out. Might mean I enter the next time this kinda thing happens (if it happens). Looking forward to seeing everyones efforts if they decide to show them 8Y.

If all goes well, then there shall be a sequel. But, I find things like this lose their 'charm' if done too often. It might only be once or twice a year, I dunno. This is a test, to see how well things go and that. Of course, sometimes kinks need to be worked out - tis why you improve it for next time. =)

Kuffy

Like I said, I would like a Space Wolf and such, I just didn't give a relative paint scheme...

Here's an example for whoever happens to have me. Linky (http://www.putfile.com/album/116389)

I don't care what I get as long as it's fun and made with feeling! :p

Could I get something from one of the Imperium's factions. Maybe an ad-mechanicus model (EX: enginseer, techmarine), an inquisitor, or an IG officer. Just something human-ish, if you have another idea, just go with it. Please don't spend too much, and if you feel confident convert and sculpt to your heart's content. 8Y


Thank you whoever is working on mine.

It looks as if I've got a victim, mowhahaha!!!

My only wish is that the one doing my model do what he or she pleases. Have a good time building and painting the model and I'll give it a special place in my cabinet.

While I would normally ask for something to do with either of my Chapters, I don't have set in stone colours and what not sorted for them.

I don't really mind what the person does for me really. I'm with Andusciassus really. I just hope you have a good time making and painting it. I would say it would go into a cabinet, but I don't have one yet D:!

I guess im pretty much the same as most of the above posters, I don't really mind anything as long as you had a blast doing it =o] :happy:

I'm copying what Andu said.
Have fun doing my model (whoever you are!), and do something cool!

But not a dwarf.

^_-

Best of luck to everyone!

-t.

Hey Guys:

Glade to see things are moving forward. We’re into the “made a wish” phase. Me? I’m open to anything. Of course if ya got an extra female Dracon with the strapon agoniser, that would be nice. I seem to have lost mine… Damn!

Oh Look! Look’s like someone’s going to get a Techmarine!

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a53/23skdu/Techmarine/DSCN2377.jpg

I am really open to something cool and converted. If I had to pick it would be Daemonhunters for 40k or Chaos Mortals: Nurgle or High Elves for WFB. I am looking forward to this !

The basic model is ready... I think it has some space for a little GS here and there...

Pics yet to come... 8Y

okay, Victi- ...i mean Recipient has been found. I have located his/her model of their choosing (or preferring) and I have found th bucket of appropriate latex house paint. :)

kidding , kidding, i hope you don't mind that neon orange upside down can of spraypaint they use to mark things on a construction site, for primer, because..well..

nono i can't be that mean. I hope to produce my best painted model yet.

I too would like to echo what Andusciassius said -- anything you would enjoy to make and have fun painting would be great!

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~Chaos Champion or leader~
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:D



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See. That's helpful. Everyone that thinks it is nice to just say "be creative and make what you want" are actually bad bad people. I need motivation. With no motivation and creativity to work with, I think you might end up with a snake (rolled up GS with eyes and mouth poked in). Ok I won't be that mean, but I'm just the kind of person who likes goals.

I'm kind of in agreement with Jaffar on this. So whoever drew me, you are of course free to do as you so desire, but if you're looking for ideas, you can't go wrong with anything Dark Angels (Chappies are good) or Wood Elves (Wardancers are good). I pimp my painting projects pretty liberally in the forum, so go nuts.

All right, I am working on a sorceror of tzeentch for the exchange and want some advice. Do I got for the standard blended blues and purples or something really off the wall that may not be liked ? Feedback and suggestions please !

Hmmm... That's interesting... I'm working on one as well... I'm going for a fairly standard paintjob, with some nifty conversions.






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I think I'll be finishing up that Plague Marine I started a while back. I hope it'll since it's one of the best things I've done conversion-wise.

Hi Everyone,

Sorry to whoever drew me... i havent been able to get to my PC so this little wish list thingy is a little late.... to be honest id be perfectly happy with any thing deamonhunter (greynights preferably) or spacemarines because thats all i am collecting atm.

Thanks

Harry

p.s i would like to apologize in advance to the recepient of my piece... it probably going to be a Dark Angels chaplin, but my painting isnt excellent so it probably wont be great... hope you enjoy Mr X...lol

I'd just like to say that the model I'm making is the Plague Marine I started a while ago. Painting will begin within the week (if I can squeeze it between 3 track meets). I really hope the recipient enjoys it.

Took me a little bit to decide on what I was going to do and after about a week I think I have come up with a solid plan.

I didn't want to just do a plain vanilla marine so I decided on posing the marine as such to where it could be used as a special marker for the game. Hopefully it will be a bit more interesting this way... ;)

http://www.curdledmilk.com/wp-content/gallery/work-in-progress/sitting.jpg

Definitely a rough fit at the moment. Plan on altering it a bit further and cleaning it up. More pictures will be forthcoming as I get more work put in... ;)

Cheers,

-Mike

@Slorak you have made a wonderful piece... that's one nice marker!

@hazzbob: Nice to meet another Harry in here! ;)

Hey Gang:

So, what do ya think, standing or on bike?


http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a53/23skdu/Techmarine/DSCN23861.jpg



http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a53/23skdu/Techmarine/DSCN2387.jpg

Finally in the home stretch of construction. I should be priming and starting the painting tonight. Woot!

Sorry for the dark pics (I did not use my light box! :) ) I finished cutting the buildings on the base and roughing them up a bit. Glued down the slate on the base and adorned it a bit further with a leaning bolter, helmet, and some purity seals.

http://www.curdledmilk.com/wp-content/gallery/work-in-progress/mini_exchange1_wip.jpg

I know it is dark but my goal was to showcase a marine that was injured and calling in assistance. I thought it told an interesting narrative that would work well into a special objective counter.

Here is a brighter picture of the base itself:

http://www.curdledmilk.com/wp-content/gallery/work-in-progress/mini_exchange2_wip.jpg

Cheers,

-Mike

@Thirdeye: The bike is awesome... truly... but he sits on it as in the end of the battle relaxing. Just my thought. If you made the pose more dynamic would be super!

@slorak: What can I say?

SUPER LINK! (http://www.librarium-online.com/forums/modelling/116674-im-not-just-sure-im-destroyer-plague-positive.html#post1127164)

Well that is my progress thus far.

@ Tsele: Yeah, he's kinda laid back, and no hands on the bars either! LOL!

Well, understand I wasn’t planning on putting him on the bike. I just kinda stuck him on there as an afterthought. But he doesn’t look half bad. What do ya think, should I do him on the bike or standing? If I do him on the bike I’ll pose him better, for sure.

About the bike: If you want the bits to build your own I can send them to ya. The one in the pic is one of the test-beds I built when I was working-out the conversion. I used it to see how all the parts fit together. As you can see it got kinda beat-up in the process. If I were to put the Techmarine on a bike I’d build a new one.

@slorak: I like it. Nice little vignette. Only thing not quite working for me is the grip on the knife, doesn’t look quite right. And you need to reposition the thumb on the left hand so he’s holding the Auspex more natural like.

@slorak: I like it. Nice little vignette. Only thing not quite working for me is the grip on the knife, doesn’t look quite right. And you need to reposition the thumb on the left hand so he’s holding the Auspex more natural like.

Yeah I am not 100% satisfied with the knife either. I chopped up the hand a fair bit but even so it just didn't position quite right after assembly. The legs probably needed to be adjusted even more. Personally I wanted the knife to be angled down more in a "casual defense" type position but the legs are in the way and even with the arm chopped up as I did it wasn't going to work within the space. :( As it is though the arm is wresting on the leg and the blade actualy goes over the foot so it doesn't look so obtrusive as it does in this angle...

I may adjust the thumb if I can (already primed) as I see your point. If not no real big deal.

Thank you for the comments.

What I post after slorak? Nice... not for my mini though...

Since it will be a surprise for the receiver I will add only this pictures ;) Then I will start painting and when the person gets it I will surely post pictures of the finished mini! I have gathered all my intelligence needed to start painting... :)

http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/th_01LOMiniExchangefront.jpg (http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/01LOMiniExchangefront.jpg)
http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/th_02LOMiniExchangeback.jpg (http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/02LOMiniExchangeback.jpg)

The pictures are not the best but unfortunately I'm not a photographer of quality...

LO exchange update. I'm praying that this is still going to happen, but with the recent dead and resurrection of LO, I feel many people have given up on it. I guess it's just the LOser luck.


http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r120/Jaffar_Hasad/Emperors%20Children/Nurglepaint3frontcrop.jpg
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r120/Jaffar_Hasad/Emperors%20Children/Nurglepaint3rightcrop.jpg
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r120/Jaffar_Hasad/Emperors%20Children/Nurglepaint3leftcrop.jpg
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r120/Jaffar_Hasad/Emperors%20Children/Nurglepaint3backcrop.jpg

..and here are the links to anyone who wants a clearer quality picture.
Front (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r120/Jaffar_Hasad/Emperors%20Children/Nurglepaint3front.jpg)
Right (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r120/Jaffar_Hasad/Emperors%20Children/Nurglepaint3right.jpg)
Left (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r120/Jaffar_Hasad/Emperors%20Children/Nurglepaint3left.jpg)
Back (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r120/Jaffar_Hasad/Emperors%20Children/Nurglepaint3back.jpg)

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a53/23skdu/Techmarine/legs1.jpg

the legs anyway, except for the odd bit here and there. Might add some bits to the base. Still have to do the top. Hey, no proplem. We have until, what, Aug 1st., right?

The deadline for posting your figure is 30th June 2008 which gives you about two months to produce a figure. Even I can manage that.


The sending date is the end of next month. So still quite a bit.

I am still here and hoping to get mine sent off on time, be bad show if I didn't, but over the next few weeks I do have my end of year exams for uni. Rather important. Still, I shall try my hardest to get it sent in time.

(And yes, I am still alive and all that, just been rather busy/lazy.)

Kuffy

I am still working on my exchange mini regardless of the site issues. I have changed models 3 times but I am still commited to this exchange.

Aside from taking a short painting break I am still on target to complete by end of June for sure. :) I will probably paint some more tonight and this weekend. ;)

Cheers,

-Mike

Mine is primed and ready to go. Hopefully I'll have pics up when the basecoating is done.

I'm definately in, just deciding on a mini...
I have a few in mind, and would quite like to do some conversion work, but I just can't decide what to do...

Argh!

I shall commit to something, buy it tomorrow and start this week!

Hah, deadlines!
Now, to break them...

-t.

I'm sorry for my lack of pics. My digicam isn't working but I might post some blurry webcam pics later on. I'm still in! :)

Here is my work in progress teaser. Not the best pics but...

I was able to get back into painting the last 2 nights and made significant progress. I figure another night or 2 should do it. In my rush to get the figure assembled I miscalculated the placement of his backpack and he doesn't quite sit on it correctly... It doesn't look too bad unless you are staring... don't stare... ;?

http://www.curdledmilk.com/wp-content/gallery/miscellaneous/mini_exchange3_wip.jpg

Cheers!

-Mike

Hey, slorak! Is he one of the brave sons of Dorn? Now THAT'S something that warms the heart of this old Fist!

looks like he may be a fist. ;)

Cheers,

-Mike

Was able to add the final touches and I announce that I have finished the figure. Probably won't get it shipped out until next week but it is done.

http://www.curdledmilk.com/wp-content/gallery/warhammer-40k-space-marines/mini_exchange_front.jpg

How are the other projects coming along? Good luck to everyone!

Cheers,

-Mike

Mine is almost ready as well... Some highlighting is needed... But I don't want to show pictures as it will be profound as to who the receiver will be!

Can I do that? I promise I will post pictures of the mini as soon as I ship him! ;)

*hops out of the scenery forum and sees this thread*
Oh yeah i'm in this huh? guess i better get to work, eh? :P

Just kidding. I've almost completed the converting. Whoever my recipient is of this model,
I hope you don't mind a nice base with some corpses on it.

I'm thinking about working on a small corner/diorama for the model to sit in. he/she's a beaut, and i hope you love conversion work.

I can't show you the model, because it'll definitely give away who it's for, so...i'll see you all end of June.:)

Basecoating is coming along a bit more slowly than I'd like, but it's going well. I only get 1-2 nights a week to paint, so the metallic basecoats will have to wait until next week, but by then I hope I've put on enough paint to make it photo-worthy.

Hey slorak, nice! The yellow armor makes a good contrast with the dark wall. Speaking of the wall, that came out particularly good. What paints/techniques did you use to get that finish?

Hey slorak, nice! The yellow armor makes a good contrast with the dark wall. Speaking of the wall, that came out particularly good. What paints/techniques did you use to get that finish?


Everything was primed white. I then took black ink and washed the walls. The base color was a watered down brown violet (vallejo model colors). I think I mixed in a bit of grey or bone for a second pass. I then took flesh ink and dabbed it around the bolts on the wall followed by an orange ink. I only let the ink sit for a bit before "pulling" with a sponge. This created a stipple kind of effect and left the bolt areas looking "rusty".

The metal piping was given a base of brass and then I applied vallejo verdigris to it.

Cheers,

-Mike

What I like most is that it looks like he is more interested in playing his gameboy (;)) than the gaping leg wound.

What I like most is that it looks like he is more interested in playing his gameboy (;)) than the gaping leg wound.

Gaping leg wound??? He is tough as nails... It is just a scratch! :)

More pictures here:

http://www.librarium-online.com/forums/painting/122672-miniature-exchange-imperial-fist-objective-marker.html

Cheers,

-Mike

Damn, I am so dissapointed that I missed out on this, I didn't join up quick enough....sigh.

Maybe if you guys deem this to be a success you may start another one in the near future;).

-Dwayne

Hey Dwayne, not to worry. I’m sure we’ll be going this again soon. I already have my next exchange picked out: a Librarian (on a bike?)!

Now back to the current project. Here’s a progress pic:

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a53/23skdu/Techmarine/Torso.jpg

I love the idea of this project, I'm gutted that I didn't get in early enough to sign up for it, I hope to get a chance to if it happens again. I've done a few for other people, and I always found that I have the enthusiasm to paint so much better when the mini is going to go to someone else.

Roll on July! Keen to see the final products.

I believe everyone in here is keen in seeing his model... I like the aura of surprise there is in this exchange...

Oh... and I have finished my part of the exchange... as soon as I get him posted I will post pics!

Just to let y'all know I am still in, my mini is very nearly finished and I should have it packed up and pictures posted in the next few week. Darn exams have prevented me from painting recently but I've only got a couple left to do now. so I assure you I'll finish on time ;)

Can't wait to see everyone elses minis!
:happy:

Now that the model is shipped to it's owner I think I can post some pics... without ruining the surprice so much...
http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/th_LOMiniExchangeright.jpg (http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/LOMiniExchangeright.jpg)
http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/th_LOMiniExchangeleft.jpg (http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/LOMiniExchangeleft.jpg)
http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/th_LOMiniExchangeback.jpg (http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/LOMiniExchangeback.jpg)
http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/th_LOMiniExchangefront.jpg (http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n154/htselepakis/LOMiniExchangefront.jpg)

So guys I will expect from you to hear comments and critics!

Nice!

I especially like the pelt and the golden skull shoulder pad!

Thanks Canew...

Please Delete Double Post.

Okay . I'm finished. i can't believe I actually pulled through and finished this model, but i have to say, letting go of it is...."hard". it's really turned out to be one of my better pieces. I just hope it's owner appreciates it. (and since it was HIS wish - Not mine!!!!)

*needed to be said*

Anywho...I guess since the model is in the mail, I can SORT OF show you all pictures.

THe model request was a bit..out there, and at first i was like ;?
"nahh, no way i'm doing that."
But one of my friends challenged me, and I took the challenge.

I'll post a...modest picture of the finished product....0:
If you know how to find the source of the photo, then you can find the other photos.
If not, and you're over 18, i'll link you from a PM.
I have 12 shots of the finished product on the Photobucket site.

(again, just to point out, the request was made, and I merely fufilled it.)*sighs*

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o302/shonuffstudios/40k/LO%20Mini%20Xchange/LO_clean.jpg

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o302/shonuffstudios/40k/LO%20Mini%20Xchange/LO_clean2.jpg

Shonuff congrats very nice model you have made there! I really like the question mark put on a crucial point... ;)

Well the word "SHONUFF!" is covering what many might find offenseive. It is the Darcon's Agonizer CC weapon..which is.....strapped.....on. ;?
THe "question mark" (i think you meant Exclamation mark) is covering what I merely greenstuffed into representing what 'would" be there..no details..but anyway..

thanks for the compliment..besides the matter, I like the model.

bah, here's the link to the rest of the pics, i'll let the mods figure out whether to remove it or not..
shonuffstudios/40k/LO Mini Xchange - Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting (http://s123.photobucket.com/albums/o302/shonuffstudios/40k/LO%20Mini%20Xchange/)

hahahahahahahahaha this is one of the funniest models I've seen in a while :P

Nice work on the black masking squares Papa K will be proud.

Cheers Jayz

Thanks JayZ

Took me awhile to figure out how to make the model work without making it ....over the top.

I like the modelitself except for her bloodbowlesque shoulderpads.

I hope I got the metals dulled down enough..

Yes Shonuff... it was an exclamation mark, my mistake! Seeing all the non-censored pics looks more beautiful... I like the strap-on weapon... Lucky receiver! ;)

LOL, that thing is a hoot! :D Nice job! :party2:

Ummm, wait… you’re mailing it… where? ;? Gee, what will the WIFE say??!! :0 What will she think!!?? 8X OK, gotta come up with a cover story quick. :? “Honest hon, it’s not one of MINE! No way. Some guy, on the internet, obviously a pervert, he did it and sent it to me! No, I have no idea why! Just a troublemaker I guess… and a pervert!

Yeah, that might work.0: Of course, that fact that I already have seven like it on my shelf it might cause her to question my… umm, veracity. :C Hummm, maybe I’ll just quietly add it to my collection and hope she doesn’t notice. :happy:

maybe I’ll just quietly add it to my collection and hope she doesn’t notice. :happy:

I wouldn't bet my money on it Thirdeye... LOL ;)

LOL, Ummm, wait… you’re mailing it… where? ;? Gee, what will the WIFE say??!! :0 What will she think!!?? 8X OK, gotta come up with a cover story quick. :? “Honest hon, it’s not one of MINE! No way. Some guy, on the internet, obviously a pervert, he did it and sent it to me! No, I have no idea why! Just a troublemaker I guess… and a pervert!

Well this part sort of worried me until I read below...



Yeah, that might work.0: Of course, that fact that I already have seven like it on my shelf it might cause her to question my… umm, veracity.

What will the wife say? What will she think? She'll think her pervert husband is outsourcing his penchant for dark eldar women in "charge"...and some poor defenseless chap online got duped into furthering her husband's depravity...8X


That's just a shot in the dark....:D

What will the wife say? What will she think? She'll think her pervert husband is outsourcing his penchant for dark eldar women in "charge"...and some poor defenseless chap online got duped into furthering her husband's depravity...8X

Hey, I resemble that remark! :0

NO, seriously, ya got me all wrong, honest! :| I’m not like that at all! :ballon: And the fact that I’ll be wanting a Slanneshi Daemonette with augmented crotch claw for the next exchange has no bearing on your vile, malicious, and slanderous comments! ;)

*sighs and digs around in his box of random minis for the exact claw-placed Slanneshi Deamonette he asked for.*

*In Judge Dredd's voice*

"I knew you'd say that..."

lol Thanks for the challenging mini to make. I had fun. I hope you enjoy it.
Now I just have to look around to see everyone elses...O.O

*braces for abuse/laugher*

Unfortunately, due to work and exams and soon to be moving into a new house (so packing) I have not even started my exchange mini. =/ Its most likely going to be late, unless after my exams I can get it painted then, between packing. And the girlfriend shall be off around Europe for two weeks, hm..it's possible. We shall see, I'm just pointing out it might be a bit late.

If only I was actually organised. =|

Kuffy

Mine shipped out this weekend. Woot! Ahead of schedule. Yay me!!! ;?

Actually I am usually behind schedule it was nice to complete something early this time.

Cheers,

-Mike

I don't know why but I had a slight problem in sending... they sent it back! So I will send it once more and if again sent back then I will have to contact Kuffy!

I've got a decent start on mine, but it too may be slightly late.

Not that that'll stop me from laughing at Kuffy. :D

Basecoat has been taking me forever on mine, but then, experience tells me the basecoat is the longest, most painstaking part, so I guess that means I'm doing well! Hopefully I'll have piccies in my WIP thread tonight or tomorrow night.

I'm getting close to done. Mine has to travel half-way around the world (well, perhaps one-third of the way...) and I would like it to arrive near the deadline.

Teaser picture to occupy this spot soon...
Here it is, still WIP, but close to done;
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa276/aeroplane_album/Zeentch.jpg





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Well well, long time no post from the FGmike here, I am still working on mine. I haven't forgotten about it. It WILL be done and posted by the end of this month, so no worries there. I just hope the little blighter likes it. ;) :happy:

I feel bad for all of you. My exchange came into the mail today! :party: :party: *dances some more with the cool smiley* :party:

Amazing work. Thank you very much. I just hope the model you receive is half as good as the one you sent me.

I feel shame-faced to announce that I have yet to start either.
This is sincerely through a desire to make an awesome conversion, however, rather than simply scavaging something from my bits box.

I should be able to start work on thursday, and we will see how quickly I am able to bash the finished product out...

-t.

Well, I am finished but unfortunately my camera id dead. I am about to send it so hopefully my recipient will be able to post a few. Sorry for the technological snafu. I am a bit nervous though as my draw was an individual that has quite the skill with a brush.

Never too late to start eh. o_o

Well, the house is filling with boxes, but I shall now start my own piece. This Empire Warrior Priest that I picked up at a car boot sale a couple of weeks back.

Warrior Priest by *Lauinav on deviantART (http://lauinav.deviantart.com/art/Warrior-Priest-88380239)

OK, is done. Here’s the final pics. I should get it shipped out to some lucky trader soon. I think it came out pretty good. The pics don’t do it justice. It looks a lot better in real life. Kinda sad to see it go really, but I did make casts along the way so I could do another pretty easy if I wanted.


http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a53/23skdu/Techmarine/Tech46-12-08.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a53/23skdu/Techmarine/tech36-12-08.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a53/23skdu/Techmarine/Tech56-12-08.jpg

This one shows him in relation to a standard Marine. He’s kinda a big guy.

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a53/23skdu/Techmarine/Tech26-12-08.jpg

Thirdeye well done... He looks very nice!

On my trade now... I have sent the package, again, and hopefully the receiver will get it now and enjoy it as much as I enjoyed making it and painting it!

Warrior Priest by *Lauinav on deviantART (http://lauinav.deviantart.com/art/Warrior-Priest-88380239)

Aha! It starts! My first time at using Mechrite Red. Got to say, its come out okay. :)

@Thirdeye: Very nice man. I like the pose, and the colors an nice on the model. He "does" stand bigger than the normal Geneseeder, doesn't he? nice work, man.:party:

How are all the projects coming along? Deadline is fast approaching!!! :dance:

Cheers,

-Mike

Mine's coming along pretty well. If it doesn't get postmarked exactly on the 30th, it will be within a day or two, max. Overall, doing just fine. Can't do pics at the moment, though. Basecoating is done. Needs a few highlights and some glazes/washes to finish it off, I think, but looking good. It's my first shot at camouflage, too, and I have to say I'm pleasantly surprised how well it came out.

I have sent mine... but I don't know if the recipient got it... if he did, it is a nice time to say he did! :act-up:

Mine is in a similar state to Canew's...
I think the pointy ears are slowing me down.

-t.

Just wanted to confirm that I got MINE! I’m still trying to talk my wife into posing with it. Maybe if I get her drunk enough this weekend I’ll get some pics up.

I got my exchange mailed off some days ago. I hope it gets there soon. Ummm, maybe not. I insured it for $500.00. Hey, it was a 3rdI original!

Thanks again! I had a lot of fun with this. I hope we do it again soon.

sorry for the delay. Mine will be a little late, but only because I don't want to rush the final bit. The model itself is done, but I still need to do the base, gun, and glue it all together. It will be the first model I have ever done a base on, so cross your fingers.

i GOT MINE. An awesome Techmarine.

Came apart in the mail, because hawaiians handle the mail like they're surfboards...
little glue and it's are was good-as-new.

nice work, thanks again.

Shonuff: Happy.

My progress update. (http://www.librarium-online.com/forums/1196146-post24.html)

It's nearly completed. And no, there is no mold line on the head, my camera picks up weird details. Just check out the outside right side picture and you'll see how bad my camera can be.

i GOT MINE. An awesome Techmarine.

Came apart in the mail, because hawaiians handle the mail like they're surfboards...
little glue and it's are was good-as-new.

nice work, thanks again.

Shonuff: Happy.


Sorry man, that was my fault. I had a feeling that the packaging was a little “iffy” when I posted it. I’m usually pretty good about that kinda thing too.

Well, glad to hear you were able to repair the damage. I hope you can find a place for him in your army. Speaking of which, I hear 5th Ed. has some changes for Techmarines. Anyone able to confirm this?

What about all the others? We were 20 if I'm not mistaken... and has mine got to it's owner yet?:thunder:

I still have yet to complete mine, though I'm planning to do so with my long weekend. We've got some good looking models coming out of this project.

Mine was winging its way to England last time I checked. Did not realize how long it took to cross the pond.

Mine should be finished at the weekend and sent off around the same time. It shouldn't take long for it to arrive once it's sent. *hint, hint*

Mine should be finished at the weekend and sent off around the same time. It shouldn't take long for it to arrive once it's sent. *hint, hint*

You got yourself too? I thought I was the only one who was supposed to send it to their self.

You got yourself too? I thought I was the only one who was supposed to send it to their self.

Hehe, I'm afraid not. I was commenting on the fact that my mini doesn't need to be sent overseas...

I am all made out of suck.
I want to be painting mine, but Tau are stealing my time really badly.
After the meet, my firt time free, I'm getting stuff done.
Honest.

-t.

Um, mine is currently sat in my new room. It shall have to wait, need to sort it out and all that tosh first. =/ Sorry, I know, I set a bad example to you all. =(

Kuffy

:O kuffy!

at least tht gives me an excuse......

mine shud be done by this weekend but bcos of what i like to call "logistics" it probably wont be posted until the weekend after that...

so say sorry to my recepient....

ty <harry>

Don't worry Kuffy, you old stuntie... I'm behind schedule as well. But better late than never!

Um, mine is currently sat in my new room. It shall have to wait, need to sort it out and all that tosh first. =/ Sorry, I know, I set a bad example to you all. =(

Kuffy

Nice example Kuffy..... =oÞ~~~~

Mine is mostly done, but I got a little lazy because someone else is a slacker...... ;)

:beer::beer::beer:

Yeah, I'm a great deal behind schedule, too, but it WILL be finished. Not much to go now.

I too need to finish mine, but with all the on going stress and upheaval at the minute, I can't say when that will be.

Kuffy, should I tell the person, or will you do it in order to keep it secret?

I too need to finish mine, but with all the on going stress and upheaval at the minute, I can't say when that will be.

Kuffy, should I tell the person, or will you do it in order to keep it secret?

I'll tell them dude. Same goes to everyone. Should you require to communicate with your member, please contact them via me. =)

Mine will be worked on soon.

Kuffy

Here's a couple of pics of how it's going so far

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee152/inquisitorsmith/S7300223.jpg
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee152/inquisitorsmith/S7300219.jpg

It may not look like it, but there's only really a couple of nights work left, which shall commence immediately! lol

Enjoy!

Harry! Wow, you're giving away Harry the Hammer. I am impressed.

Kuffy

Well, I am naturally generous and it's a special occasion :)

Hey man, that guy is looking sweet! Nice job IB! Can't wait to see the end product!

Well, the Sorcerer is finished.
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa276/aeroplane_album/EXC1.jpg

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa276/aeroplane_album/EXC2.jpg

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa276/aeroplane_album/EXC3.jpg

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa276/aeroplane_album/EXC4.jpg

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa276/aeroplane_album/EXC5.jpg

I have to clean up the base, package him up, and should be in the post and off to Sweden tomorrow.

Kuffy -- sign me up for the next time we do this!!




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Nice one Aero, whoever is the lucky one recieving this shall be happy methinks =). The base looks great as it is, I'm not actually sure what needs clearing up to be honest...

looking good, blackadder! If only I had the audacity to even paint mine... Aeroplane, very well done, I like it a lot.

Sooo... with nearly a month past the due date... how are the rest of the projects looking? :)

Cheers,

-Mike

Still alive. Sorry my excuse sucks.

Just finished mine tonight. It'll be hitting post tomorrow.

I give you, a grand inquisitor of the Protectorate of Ma... I mean, of the Imperium of Man!

Only slightly inspired by the Menoth color scheme, with more red than purple.

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll165/macartair/misc/mini_xchg/inq_1.jpg
http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll165/macartair/misc/mini_xchg/inq_2.jpg
http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll165/macartair/misc/mini_xchg/inq_4.jpg

Very nice! I like the reds. Cload turned out very well!

I'm still working on mine, not long now with luck. I feel quite bad for having gone so much over the deadline already. =/ Not the best of examples really. Anyway, I have added a photo in my blog, but... the picture is very bad. Will try for a better one this week. But here is the farseer...

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa172/Kuffeh/Random%20Minis/farseer1.jpg

Kuffy

I am still failing at this.
Apologies to my recipient, whose model I did (eventually, seems like it was in the post for ever) recieve, and will try and take photos when I have a minute spare in daylight...

-t.

Like Kuffy, I'm not done yet, but also close. I hope my recipient will bear with me. I'm hoping it will be worth it.

Update....

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa172/Kuffeh/Random%20Minis/farseer1-1.jpg

Kuffy

Yup, I still haven't done much more on mine also... the house is still a complete tip and full of boxes, and everyone is stressed due to lack of mortgage stuffs.

I still plan to finish it. I'll hopefully get some WiP pics up tonight.

Cyric, Kuffy,

Looking great! Bravo!!




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So I think I'm over my personal problem, so I can now concentrate enough to put paint to model. I honestly only need to do the bolter. The problem of course is that it has small details, and my hands suck. I just threw on some bronze, will do boltgun tomorrow, ink, and redo/highlight the bolter casing with gray.

Don't worry recipient, I already hate myself for not completing it on time. :(

Kuffy, Cyric, IB and aero you have made an excellent work... Along with some other paintings in here you can enter GD competitions...

If it is to do it again I want in again... :act-up:

Alright! I have it fully painted and fully glued! So tomorrow I will have pics and send it through the mail. Sorry recipient for the long wait. I don't really want to explain why it took so long.

..and BAM! It's finally done.

I'm just going to post a link to the finished thread, because I'm getting sick of copy + pasting pictures. http://www.librarium-online.com/forums/1217924-post27.html
once again, sorry for the wait

Jaffar -- bee-u-tee-ful!!!!!! Very Cool!!!

I really like that concept, is it the same mini from your blog? It looks great!!

Well, I finally got to completing him. Admittedly some freehand would have been nice, but I didn't want to risk the rest of the mini and I've got plenty of other stuff to do (aka. Too lazy/scared to).

But here he is:

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa172/Kuffeh/Random%20Minis/farseer3.jpg

Kuffy

Awesome work Kuffy! :)

Now for a spot of bad news on my part. I'm going on holiday to Devon and Cornwall for a couple of weeks starting on the 9th. Now even if I managed to finish it by then I would be unable to post it off. :( So I'm terribly truly and mightily sorry to my recipient.

Also, whoever has been given my name and has not yet posted the mini out, bear in mind no-one will be able to recieve it until the 25th of August.

Tis me birthday on the 12th so I hope I get plenty of cash to spend on minis! hehe :P

Kuffy, will you let us know who has who now that it is over? I am sure some of us wish to know if our painter is one of the delayed ones. Also, I sent my fig 6/30/08 but my recipient never responded to my PMs so I am not sure if it was received. Never sent anything overseas so not sure what to expect timewise.

Mine's nearly done as well. No pics, but I hope to have it done by tomorrow night.

@Aubec: From US to Europe it will take about a week and a half, two tops.

Apart from that my recipient is inactive all these time and hasn't let me know if he has gotten mine! Also I don't know if I will receive anything...:\:dont-know::sidefrown:

Well, I just received a PM that my exchange has arrived. I hope it meets the minimum standards for what I see on LO.

Hi All,

I'm afraid that i have to be marked as one of those who has yet to finish. I have to apologize sincerely. I am back on track, and will soon have completed the model (a Dark Angels compnay master). The model is pretty standard due to the fact that my bitz box isn't huge. i have tried to give him what may be a unique edge with the painting, but compared to the standards of some others taking part in this exchange, it isn't great.

Pics should follow if i can dig out the camera.

<Harry>

I have to say that I am a little disappointed with the overall commitment level for this... I think a project like this is a very interesting take that allows for others to get a first hand feel for another artists style, etc... Unfortunately for the big delay from the original date it feels like it may never fully complete and that future installments are likely to not happen...

Please take what I am about to say with a grain of salt. Please note that any reference to "you" is not singled out to an individual but rather anyone involved with the project... I am really not a angry old man but I have a few (brutally honest) thoughts on this:

I can understand an open contest, saying you will participate and then not having the time by the completion date... The only person you really fail is yourself. However when you sign up to take on a project like this - you are not only committing to yourself but also to everyone else involved in the project. When you don't meet the deadline or drop out you affect everyone involved - not just yourself. I really do find it hard to believe that time really was a factor. Sure we all get busy in our lives, emergencies come up, etc... but honestly unless you were physically removed from your hobby for 2 months - I can't believe that life got into the way of completing it... Personal choice made it so that it wasn't completed on time. For whatever reason you just didn't want to do it... I paint slow. Usually I paint really slow. I also find that there are several days if not weeks that might come where I just don't feel like painting... I was still able to make the commitment to meet the deadline (in plenty of time I might add). I would also like to point out that this was completely voluntary. You chose to sign up for the project because you wanted to take part... No arm twisting was done.

In the future if something like this took off again - it might be best to think about it like this: Would you treat your job like this? Would you push off a work project past its deadline because you didn't feel like it? Would you treat your family like this? Would you push off a family gathering simply because you didn't feel like it?

If in the future - this kind of thing would happen again - I would still participate. I really like the concept of the mini-exchange. It doesn't have to be cost prohibitive and to be honest I am not really soured from not having received one this time around... I would still have a go at it... However I personally would like to see a bit more commitment in any future endeavors. Having said that - those that we do know about look great and I still have hope that everyone will eventually complete their projects and not kill this idea completely...

Mean spirited comment: "For Shame! For Shame!" :dance:

Cheers,

-Mike

Having just moved (Finally) The new house is in a state. In fact, I've only just managed to get my PC set up a week after the move, so my work area should follow over the next couple of days.

Well, I agree with your points Slorak. I mailed mine by the deadline but have to apologize for not posting any pics as my camera went haywire and poor phone pics are not what anyone wants to see. I would gladly participate in another even though I did not receive a model and will make ever effort to get pics posted as expected.

Please note that any reference to "you" is not singled out to an individual but rather anyone involved with the project...


I have to second this before I start.

I am an active user of 3 Forums, one of which I am an Admin, collector, painter (not so good as slorak or -t but..., work full hours and have a personal life and fiancee...

I enlisted to this project because I have already participated in another two in another forum. I finished everything I vowed to finish in time, always, and sent them properly and carefully. I enlisted in this project because I liked the Fog of War surrounding it, the participants never knew from whom they will receive and all... I finished in time, so much time was left that I could do another one, and sent the mini to it's owner... I posted pics and everything, received the comments from you guys, and I'm grateful for these, and I was waiting...

I haven't seen many of the participants lately. I don't understand why... You have vowed to do something for someone else as a part of a project, as a bond to someone else... You will always know that a mini made by you will be played on a table possibly long way from you... I am proud of this. I am checking my receiver frequently... I "stalk" him, in a way, through here. I see he is logging in and checking the threads... If he has received something from someone a word of thanks or even a bad critique would be nice... Why hasn't he appeared for so much time?

If something like this happens again I will be part of it. I like giving people a part of me, a mini that has received many hours of attention...

Yours truly

Harry

Seeing as I'm one of those people who Slorak is moaning at, let me try and redeem them...

While I am happy to admit that this mini is hugely late, I hope the recipient will be happy with it.
It was one of the options he expressed a preference for, and while it is inexcusabley late, I think that late is better than never.

Many people will have problems with a project such as this, as real life is never as simple as it should be. The two months set aside for this project were (for me), very busy, and for me to paint a mini in the few spare hours I had would have been a cop-out, in my opinion. I'd much prefer to do something well and late, than not at all.

My final quibble with the project is that I was paired up with someone who I did not know, and had not seen around much on LO. This made it hard for me to find a project they would like (although the requests posts made this much easier), and hard for me to stay motivated, even when I did have time to paint.
I think I would have preferred there to have been more of a structure for the pairing, but that is simply me moaning.

Anyway, enough carping.
I bring pictures!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v163/minus-t/highelf_finished.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v163/minus-t/highelf_finished1.jpg



And, also, these are pics of Aubec's mini, which seems to be an undead warrior priest!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v163/minus-t/aubec_ex1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v163/minus-t/aubec_ex2.jpg

-t.

minus t you know how to make people forget all the previous things and concentrate on a wonderfully painted model... :act-up:

I'm predicting mine will be opened in.. 3...2... what time is it on the west coast? I don't know when mail arrives there.

Seeing as I'm one of those people who Slorak is moaning at, let me try and redeem them...

While I am happy to admit that this mini is hugely late, I hope the recipient will be happy with it.
It was one of the options he expressed a preference for, and while it is inexcusabley late, I think that late is better than never.

Many people will have problems with a project such as this, as real life is never as simple as it should be. The two months set aside for this project were (for me), very busy, and for me to paint a mini in the few spare hours I had would have been a cop-out, in my opinion. I'd much prefer to do something well and late, than not at all.

My final quibble with the project is that I was paired up with someone who I did not know, and had not seen around much on LO. This made it hard for me to find a project they would like (although the requests posts made this much easier), and hard for me to stay motivated, even when I did have time to paint.
I think I would have preferred there to have been more of a structure for the pairing, but that is simply me moaning.

Anyway, enough carping.

-t.

Wish I could see the pictures at work but damn photobucket and its ilk are blocked to me by damn proxy servers... I will have to wait until I get home to enjoy them...

I wasn't moaning at anyone. Just responding honestly to how I felt about the tardiness of the project. I very much like the concept for the mini exchange - but I feel that just like the charity auction some of us participated in - the delay over the deadline for what seemed like the majority of the pieces kind of killed the excitement for it. I was really hoping for a gallery devoted to showcase these figures and we still don't know what several of them look like.

Believe me I know life gets in the way. Honestly I do... 2 kids, a full time job, house projects, people to please, and my ADD list of hobbies that I like to do, not to mention all the stuff I paint for other people... So I know that life gets in the way.... but is that truly the issue at hand? Is that why people couldn't get there stuff done?

I know moving is a valid excuse especially if you don't have access to your stuff for an extended time - been through that as well... so honestly no whining involved... Personally I would just hate to see a project like this die. If anything I think things like this should be given more attention. I think it helps advertise the community...

Cheers,

-Mike

-T, thank you very much for posting pictures of the mini I sent you. I apologize for not being able to post my own pics. I hope you liked it and that it was painted decently. I tried out the gw washes for the first time and weren't really familiar with what to expect. You elf looks wonderful and I envy whoever it is going to. Thanks again, -T.

I'm predicting mine will be opened in.. 3...2... what time is it on the west coast? I don't know when mail arrives there.

Ha ha... Yes a package was there when I arrived home from work. You must have ESP or something... ;)

Very nice. Yes you can never have too much plague and disease... LOL. I must say that I really did enjoy looking at your conversion and I really think the face turned out very well. The posturing is what I like the most. Very zombie like.


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-T: Just wanted to say that now that I had a chance to view the pics of your figure... Great Job! The skintone in particular looks very nice!

Cheers,

-Mike

Believe me I know life gets in the way. Honestly I do... 2 kids, a full time job, house projects, people to please, and my ADD list of hobbies that I like to do, not to mention all the stuff I paint for other people... So I know that life gets in the way.... but is that truly the issue at hand? Is that why people couldn't get there stuff done?


Well, I agree with you that it would be a pretty bad thing if those who have yet to complete their projects were in that state because they just lost enthusiasm and didn't care.

In my defense, it was real life getting in the way. I actually enjoyed painting this mini. It gave me a chance to do urban camo patterns and a light glazing technique in an attempt to make the material look "aged" or "faded." I also had a chance to use Devlan Mud, all firsts for me, as was the race the model comes from (it's an Ork). I'm also pretty darned proud of some the aged metal look I've managed to do here. It looks better than some of my Necrons! It's been a lot of fun, and as long as it stays glued together finally, I think it looks pretty darned good.

Regardless, I'm one of the scofflaws who is sending his out late. I won't bother with my litany of excuses, only a promise that yes, mine WILL be finished tonight and out tomorrow. I won't even be able to post pics of it tonight, but I'm hoping for a "better late than never" mentality, and humbly request my recipient post pics when it arrives.

I'd like to get in on this if possible!

Thanks!

I'd like to get in on this if possible!

Thanks!

Sorry, but the sign up date was a long time ago. See the first thread for details. All places have been filled and paired off etc.

To all those involved;

I am sorry for being so lacklustre in this even though I organised it. I have had an awful lot of things on my plate these last few months, and my exchange mini was sent a bit late I did get it done. I should have spent more time near the beginning to sort it out, but was a bit lazy and had an impending move to a new home to sort.

I can understand things getting in the way, such as real life and such. In general, as I have attempted a number of things for this community - the painting contests, mini exchange and the charity sale - I seeing them as more testing the water. When things happen its great, but in all seriousness there hasn't been much along the lines of things like these here. The first few times there are always hitches and problems - these get ironed out as you learn. I'm trying to learn and trying to make this a great community with a lot of fun and some fun events. Tardiness tends to come with these things, a lot of the time its the length of the deadlines or others that people can't be bothered. I can sort one, but not the other. I saw the length of time as being a good length, within which everyone would have completed their mini and got it sent. Things don't always go the way you want, and should a member just give up and not send it, then...well they will not be welcomed next time for one. To me, these are like trying to escape from prison - there are many ways but only one is truly right for you and the circumstances; but it doesn't mean you give up. You try, until you get it right. ;) :)

Kuffy

Looking forward to getting into the next round.

I believe you're welcome... if this round finishes sometime!

Slorak has it right, I agree with him on his points. (except I was lucky and got a mini in exchange for mine I sent.)

-t, you make me enjoy this website most, due to the skill I see from your painting.

I personally will join the next one, if there is one, because as someone said, the fog-of-war was the cool part about it.

I agree that it would be good to see another similar event in the future, although I didn't enter this one and probably won't have the time to enter the next, it was still interesting to see what people created and sent out. Hopefully next time people will be a little more fitting to time schedules however =P. Nice job for those whose models I've seen, and I hope whoever you send them out to appreciates your work, as it is deserving =).

If this is done again I would join in a heartbeat. Last time I was unfortunately gone so I never got to join. Also, I was not as good of a hobbyist as I am now (which is still not that great). I hope this is done again!

because as someone said, the fog-of-war was the cool part about it.

And that was me... Nice to hear that you liked how I mentioned it!

Still no word if the recipient got his mini (or if he got if he liked it) and I believe mine has entered the Eye of Terror by now... :beer:

This is something I could possibly take part in as well, if another one was attempted.

It's shocking how going from unemployed to having a full time job changes your perspective on what you can and can't do!

I still pray and hope that one day my prince....um..er..I mean my mini will arrive in the mail. I have pretty much given up hope though at this point. I dont know if -t liked the mini I sent but it at least was done and went out by the deadline.

I garuntee that my mini will be sent off by monday. I promise :)

Just to let whoever did my one(if they have yet) that I have not received anything in the post yet.

Believe it or not, my elf was posted off on Monday.
I have to admit, I am pretty awful at this "doing-things-on-time-without-anyone-there-to-shout-at-me" thing.

So, many apologies to my mysery recipient, again...

-t.

I am looking for some of the 6th edition empire shield sprues.

I am looking for some of the 6th edition empire shield sprues.

Um.. no. Shoo! This is NOT a trader zone thread.


Now back to the thread. This question is directed to the Exchange Organizer. I just so happen to be working on another one-off mini. Would it be bad if I made it, then sent it to someone who sent a mini, but never received one? It will be a black templar, and I have absolutely no use for it.

Jaffar_Hasad - It wouldn't be bad no, but it would seem quite a few have failed to receive their exchanged mini.