Hit Em Again! (1 Viewer)

[swalterh]

Hi Everyone,

Here's a preview of my Iron Brigade Project. It's not quite done yet, I've still got some finishing work to complete. I'll have some more photos when its completely done.

 

[wayne556517]

Welcome aboard mate the dio looks great,looking forward to more pics.

 

[wds0855]

That looks great. Are the figures attached to the base?

Walt

 

[swalterh]

Thanks Walt,

Yes, the figures are attached.

 

[Rob]

Wonderful scene, really good work, thanks for posting.

Rob

 

[Ken & Ericka Osen/H&A Studio]

Hello there,
Looks like you have been busy since our last visit, very nice to see these finished and in context. Have you picked up any of the paints we discussed yet?
Excellent staging of this grouping and I am looking forward to the next installment.
All the best,
Ken Osen

 

[swalterh]

Thanks Ken,

It took me a few tries until I finally settled on the figure positioning. The way the figures are sculpted I wanted to attempt to depict a firing advance. I know that tactic was more popular in WWII, but the concept lends itself so well to the impetuous reputation of this legendary unit. I think the officer adds some dramatic emotion to the scene as he is taking it upon himself to spur the men forward. The color bearer hasn’t quite gotten the memo yet, perhaps he’s taking a moment to collect himself since the man in front of him has just been hit.

The H&A groundwork is a great tool for constructing the terrain. The ability to actually “plant” your bushes and shrubs really adds to the presentation. I also like how you can build it up in places where you want a bit of elevation. As always, your tips and suggestions were very helpful. I especially like how the worn leather on the cartridge box and cap pouch turned out. Look forward to seeing you and Ericka again next time you’re in the Buckeye state.

Thanks again,

Shane

 

[PanzerAce1944]

Makes for a nice size table top ACW Diorama :wink2:

 

[swalterh]

Thanks to everyone for their comments.

Here are some pics of the completed prototype.

 

[swalterh]

 

[swalterh]

"And then by thunder came the mighty Iron Brigade. And tell me laddies what does the Iron Brigade say?"

-Hit 'em Again!

-Hit 'em Again!

-Hit 'em Again!

 

[Mitch]

Not My era of interest but, always like looking at good figures in a good set up nicely done
Mitch

 

[swalterh]

Makes for a nice size table top ACW Diorama :wink2:

Thanks PA'44,

Thinking about something from WWII for my next project.