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It Figures The Amazing Figures of Ernest Thomas

By Ernest Thomas

figures_catwoman-1.jpg (17103 bytes)

 

Figure painting is often considered a 'black art' to many in this hobby, but after seeing some of Ernest Thomas' work and hearing him describe it, maybe some of that mystery will dissipate. Take a look below and welcome to the world of figures.
figures_catwoman-3.jpg (12387 bytes)figures_catwoman-2.jpg (11566 bytes)Horizon Catwoman

figures_catwoman-4.jpg (9496 bytes)I call this 'Beginner's Luck', because it was my first attempt at a 'Figure'. I followed the painting instructions provided with the kit to the best of my ability, and I was very pleased with the result.

 

 
figures_mercenary-1.jpg (21606 bytes)Verlinden Swiss Mercenary, 120mm

figures_mercenary-2.jpg (11635 bytes)A combination of acrylics and enamels were used to finish this one. The figure comes with a Sallett (sp?) type helmet, which I decided to put in the parts box for some future use.
figures_pirate-2.jpg (20389 bytes)Indigo Jack, 100mm Pirate from Jimmy Flintstone

figures_pirate-1.jpg (18418 bytes)The little bit of research (two kids books and the 'Mupper Treasure Island' video) I did for this figure turned up no 'Indigo Jack', only a 'Calico Jack'. So I used this figure as a study to try out some colors I had yet to use on a figure.
figures_pilot-1.jpg (11691 bytes)Verlinden WWII U.S. Pilot, 120mm

figures_pilot-3.jpg (11921 bytes)I used artist's oils over acrylics on the fleshtones and jacket for this figure. A nose-art decal from a Superscale B-17 decal set adds a bit of color and charm.
figures_skeletons-1.jpg (14164 bytes)25mm Skeletons

figures_skeletons-2.jpg (13836 bytes)Another project to try some new things. Fantasy subjects can be lots of fun because no one can really prove what color a Troll's hair is, or a Dragon's scale should be. I found these little guys to be a VERY relaxing project.
figures_greenknight-2.jpg (22153 bytes)More 120mm Knights

figures_redknight-2.jpg (12786 bytes)figures_redknight-1.jpg (12224 bytes)A German knight (in green), Henry Plantagenet of England (in red) and Amati's Teutonic Knight (in white). Medieval figures can be some of the most colorful and challenging subjects.
And they often have their faces covered by helmets, so they make good subjects for those who might shy away from figures due to being intimidated of painting faces.figures_whiteknight-1.jpg (12904 bytes)
figures_fleshtone-1.jpg (16130 bytes)'Marie Of The Guard'
Verlinden's 120mm Napoleonic Camp Follower

figures_fleshtone-2.jpg (12308 bytes)Nudes, while being interesting subjects, are also good to practice on painting flesh tones.
Female flesh tones need softer shading than male flesh tones.