Article: Painting Lighting Effects

[Mooz from FeuWeu]

You can view the page at http://www.coolminiornot.com/articles/content.php?1106-painting-lighting-effects&

 

[Dragonsreach]

Thank you, Gracias, Merci, Domo Arigato.
This is a simply explained article on a fanstastic technique. The information in the article is given in an unassuming way, allowing each to look and consider their own approach. Since I saw this technique in the GW Fantasy miniatures book I have wondered how you did it. Now I (we) know.

 

[Badaab]

The only thing I'd say its lacking is some step-by-step pictures... but I know how time-consuming those can be.
Oh, and the technique Rembrandt (and other Dutch masters) used that you made referrence to is called Chiaroscuro (or, directly translated "Light-Dark"). This technique was pioneered by da Vinci and other Italian masters, Rembrandt just took it to a new level, using directional light to single out subjectmatter, rather than using the dynamic effect over the whole canvas (as in The Calling of Saint Matthew). Anyway, good work, and thanks for giving us a place to start.

Joe

 

[chissock]

Great article. I was wondering when I was going to see one like this. I'll try to see what results I get... =P

 

[Mahon]

you're the mistress of his technique. I hope to see more in progress shots...

 

[Flashman14]

terrific . . . terrific . . .

 

[slappingpaint]

cheers, Victoria for putting up an article on how you did it

 

[CT11]

Thanks for it which you your knowledge divide. That makes (for me) the difference between an artist and a good artist.

Carsten

 

[supervike]

Simply breath taking. I will say that it was hard to read the text because I couldn't take my eyes of the miniatures!!

 

[Lai]

Thanks!very much!now i MUST try this technique!

 

[Goodwinpaints]

Thanks V! You're my new best friend! I already have a diorama in the works where this is going to be perfect information.
Deane

 

[Avicenna]

WOW! Fantastic! The Necron is pant-wettingly good! Thank you - this is something I would really like to go out and try myself!

Talk about inspiring stuff!!

 

[Luca Masetti]

Thanks Victoria for this great article. A new challenge for all of us!

 

[lexi]

Good info. That was my biggest question.

 

[thecat]

thanks victoria, i will have to have a go at that

 

[Squiggoth]

Nice article, I'm gonna try it out on a Squig Hunting diorama when I find some spare time!
grtz.,

Martijn (A Dutch Master )

 

[EmperorsChampion]

My that very cool,I like the way you make the reflection of the green light on the guy!

Keep up the good work! Steve

 

[yrret]

Great article and greate tips on the technique. The burning at the stake scene is one I show people when I am showing the site to new people.

 

[The Megadoomer 3000]

What an awesome article! I have been wondering how to do this. Now I know! Thanks so much!!

 

[Cenobyte]

great! simply stunning work.