Thursday, 2 February 2017

New Zealand Wars Naval Brigade



These are from ‘Empress Miniatures’ New Zealand Wars range representing Royal Naval command and personalities.  They are, as with my previous experience of this range, nicely cast and have been languishing in the lead pile for far too long. 
Before I was once again seduced by the bonus rounds, I was hoping to use this year’s challenge to find a way back to my beloved Victorian era and these would certainly be a step in the right direction.  Alas it would seem that I have already been distracted, but I am hopeful to add to my Crimean War and Indian Mutiny collections before the end of proceedings – time will tell if I have the stamina and willpower to achieve my goal.




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  1. Clint2 February 2017 at 08:34

    Lovely stuff. Does this mean we can expect Maoris and maybe even you doing the Hakka!? Ok maybe not you doing the Hakka!

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    1. Michael Awdry2 February 2017 at 17:22

      Thank you Clint, certainly some Maoris on the way, but perhaps not the Hakka.

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    2. McBeth2 February 2017 at 22:39

      Haka. One k :)

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    3. Michael Awdry5 February 2017 at 19:56

      Blast, of course it is, thank you.

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  2. Rodger2 February 2017 at 08:52

    Wonderful looking figures Michael. Great work!

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  3. Natholeon2 February 2017 at 09:13

    Fantastic work Michael

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  4. Anonymous2 February 2017 at 09:24

    Those look great. I like the dirt on the trouser legs.

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  5. Millsy2 February 2017 at 09:31

    > Alas it would seem that I have already been distracted
    I can totally sympathise! :-)

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  6. Mallius Vane2 February 2017 at 09:54

    Ooh! They really are superb figs and beautifully painted.

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    1. Michael Awdry2 February 2017 at 17:24

      Thank you Gordon, great characterful sculpts always help I find.

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  7. Phil2 February 2017 at 10:19

    Love these ones, splendid job Michael!

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  8. Da Gobbo2 February 2017 at 10:40

    What lovely pieces Michael, fit for many genres I'm sure

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    1. Michael Awdry2 February 2017 at 17:25

      Thank you Andy, certainly good for a few adventures I would think.

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  9. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)2 February 2017 at 11:02

    Excellent looking figures Micheal!

    Christopher

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  10. TamsinP2 February 2017 at 11:30

    Distracted by the bonus rounds? You? Never! ;)

    Lovely work on these chappies :)

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  11. Samuli2 February 2017 at 11:40

    Cracking work Michael! Any plans on doing a Maori contingent then? :)

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    1. Michael Awdry2 February 2017 at 17:26

      Thank you and yes definitely some Maoris on the horizon.

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  12. Ray Rousell2 February 2017 at 13:57

    They ae rather nice figures Sir M! Painted very nicely I might add!

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  13. caveadsum14712 February 2017 at 14:45

    Lovely looking figures beautifully painted as always.
    Best Iain

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  14. Mike C2 February 2017 at 14:57

    Great stuff. Plus it's always good to get a few of the long term residents out of your lead pile.

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    1. Michael Awdry2 February 2017 at 17:27

      Thank you Mike and absolutely right, that way it doesn't feel so bad when you add more. ;)

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  15. Nimrod2 February 2017 at 15:21

    Very nice work!

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  16. Rog2 February 2017 at 15:23

    Outstanding artwork, Michael! Cheers!

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  17. Unknown2 February 2017 at 16:40

    Beautifully done. And you've achieved the holy grail of photographing a dark blue and it still looking dark blue rather than bright blue! What paint colours did you use for your dark blue, by the way?

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    1. Michael Awdry2 February 2017 at 19:16

      Thank you Roly, obviously thrilled you like them. The colours used were a mix of Vallejo Dark Sea Blue and Dark Prussian Blue with a single highlight. As for the photography I have recently treated myself to one of those foldable light box studios, still getting to grips with it, but it certainly helps.

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  18. A J2 February 2017 at 16:51

    Rather nice, those! The period has a distinct look of its own.

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    1. Michael Awdry2 February 2017 at 19:16

      Thank you A.J. this is one of those projects that has been on a very, very slow burner!

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  19. Moiterei_19842 February 2017 at 17:18

    Lovely work Michael! Victorian era normally isn't really my cup of tea, but your enthusiasm and ingenuity always makes me come back for more ;-)

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    1. Michael Awdry2 February 2017 at 19:17

      Thank you Nick, you are very kind and I hope to keep finding things to entice you back.

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  20. DaveD2 February 2017 at 17:40

    Lovely job Michael

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  21. Michal DwarfCrypt2 February 2017 at 17:55

    Awesome work Michael! once again You did it!

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  22. Matt Crump2 February 2017 at 18:14

    Nice job....not a period I have really explored for gaming ?

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    1. Michael Awdry2 February 2017 at 19:19

      Thank you Matt, I quite fancy adding some of the Perry Intervention Force to the collection.

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  23. Blaxkleric2 February 2017 at 19:04

    Corking stuff, Sir Awdry. Really like the dark shade of clothing you've attained.

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    1. Michael Awdry2 February 2017 at 19:23

      Thank you Simon, I've been tinkering around to find a suitable mix for a while now and this seems to be getting close to what I want.

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  24. Terry Silverthorn2 February 2017 at 19:29

    Excellent work once again Michael. So when used in a game are these gents turn order based on Tails & Top Hats?

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  25. Jim Jackaman2 February 2017 at 19:44

    I like those!

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  26. Dick Garrison3 February 2017 at 12:23

    another smashing post Michael, love the colour you attained for the dark suits.

    Cheers Roger.

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  27. Monty3 February 2017 at 13:58

    Excellent work, Michael - very characterful!

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  28. Jay3 February 2017 at 14:34

    You've hit your stride, sir, and can't be beat!

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  29. Willie Anderson4 February 2017 at 10:03

    Great work Michael cracking figures.

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  30. Rod4 February 2017 at 21:12

    Lovely work Michael!

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  31. FourEyedMonster14 February 2017 at 03:05

    Nice contrast work between the blacks and whites with a dash of blue and green grass thrown in to make the simple colour scheme work.

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