Sculpting Fantasy Miniatures + Slaine Mac Roth

Slàine Mac Roth. 

After my first sculpt (Sir Theobald) I was challenged by my youngest brother Daniel. He asked for 'Sláine', from 2000AD, which proved to be a massive sculpt (and I'm not just talking about his axe).

Humble beginnings.

Shoulders.

Six pack abs.

Legs.

Fur cloak. 

Face.

Belt and boots.

I find anything flat or straight is difficult to sculpt using Tamiya putty. To help keep his axe and sword in place I added some metal rods. The axe blade still required a few attempts. I can understand why maces and clubs are a popular choice for fantasy miniature sculptors!

First axe attempt. 

Second axe attempt.  

Third time lucky? 

Room for another weapon?

The axe turned out to be larger than expected but this is Slàine after all and I think it balances the figure well. Brainbiter certainly looks ready for action. Or as the Highlander himself might say "Kiss my axe!"

I have learnt it's better to focus on one thing at a time and not mix too much putty at once. Often I would squash detail with my fat fingers while working, so letting the putty set between sculpting sessions was also a good idea.

As this is my second sculpt, I am thinking about getting some putty more suited to fine detail. I need to track down some Sculpey or BeeSputty. Meanwhile, I may return to the painting table.

Lewis reckons I should make a whole party of miniatures. Perhaps I will have a posse for Wasteman: Yeoman before Christmas?

God bless you and have a great week.