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Title: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Bishmeister on April 16, 2012, 10:49:59 AM
Hey folks, I'm putting together an Ostland army. I mainly build scenery and have been working on the Burgomeister's Mansion for quite a considerable amount of time.
My army will be led by the Burgomeister himself. This plog will hopefully follow the progress of this army, the terrain associated with it and a wargaming table specifally built for this army. This will probably take some years to complete and I intend to document progress here.

To start things off, here's the Burgomeister's Mansion.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Inspirational%20Warhammer%20Terrain/001F
rontElevation.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Inspirational%20Warhammer%20Terrain/002FrontElevationdetail.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Inspirational%20Warhammer%20Terrain/003ClockTowerdetail.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Inspirational%20Warhammer%20Terrain/004Windowdetail.jpg)

These photos were taken over a year ago and I have now weathered the building to look suitable Warhammereque.
More pics to follow shortly.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Timothias on April 16, 2012, 10:57:15 AM
*Clicks on thread in forum*

*Notices post count of one*

Ah, a new forum member.

*Waits for images to load*

Let's see what sort of stuff they do...

*Images load*

 :icon_eek:

A-mazing, my friend. Cannot wait to see more.  Welcome to the forums!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Oxycutor on April 16, 2012, 10:57:59 AM
 :::cheers:::

That is quite possibly the best bit of Warhammer scenery I've ever seen.  A great way to introduce yourself here!

If you have an work in progress pics, please share them.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Slavik on April 16, 2012, 10:59:51 AM
Nice to see this finally popped up in here!  :eusa_clap: I've  seen pics of this building on few other sites and watched all the making-of-videos , just amazing.
Title: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: ac4155 on April 16, 2012, 11:12:53 AM
Wow, that is an amazing piece of scenery!
Can't wait to see more!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Warwhore on April 16, 2012, 11:28:58 AM
!@#$ that is one magnificent mansion!  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Darknight on April 16, 2012, 11:44:46 AM
Please choose one or more of the following dry comments;

"That building is worth more than my house."

"The Burgomeister is compensating for something."

"Don't just stand there, damnit - help me pick my jaw off the floor."

t3h wow
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: mr chumley warner on April 16, 2012, 11:52:37 AM
is that a real cathedral ?

lol
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: steveb on April 16, 2012, 01:36:57 PM
do you have any bits left over? fantastic piece of work. steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on April 16, 2012, 01:46:43 PM
Stunning! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: WallyTWest on April 16, 2012, 01:53:44 PM
 :Ohmy:

Holy Moley.... that is amazing...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: noibn on April 16, 2012, 02:02:00 PM
Holy crap! Submit that to MTV Cribs, I wanna see what the owner has in his fridge
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Victor on April 16, 2012, 02:03:29 PM
I have stumbled on your project on another forum via a google search several months ago. I was (and still am) very impressed with the dimensions and the quality of this ambitious project. Well done!  :::cheers:::

I hope you intend to post the work in progress shots of the building as well and maybe even the painting tips that I have seen from you. I'm sure the others would enjoy them as well.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Zak on April 16, 2012, 02:22:36 PM
 :icon_eek: WOOOOW!!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: King on April 16, 2012, 02:54:58 PM
Post progress pics or this ain't true  :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Mechanical Monkey on April 16, 2012, 02:58:04 PM
That's so good !!!!   :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: theforgefather on April 16, 2012, 02:58:21 PM
 :-o :icon_eek: :icon_eek: :-o :-o :icon_eek: :-o :icon_eek: :icon_eek: :-o :-o :icon_eek: :-o :icon_eek: :-o :-o :-o :icon_eek: :?

Talk about starting with a bang!!! i thought it was a real mansion...

 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:

I LOVE SMILEYS!!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: theforgefather on April 16, 2012, 02:59:08 PM
now make the whole of ostland... :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Spjuth on April 16, 2012, 03:26:34 PM
I don't believe my eyes!

Stunning Project a,d stunning pics!

 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: valmir on April 16, 2012, 06:50:33 PM
That's AWESOME! Would love to see some of the more up-to-date pics (as well as the WiP pics everyone else has asked for) - the bottom layer looks a lot less weathered than the rest in the photos you posted, and I'm interested to see what you ended up doing with it.

Really looking forward to seeing the rest of the army. :)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: patsy02 on April 16, 2012, 07:38:41 PM
Eh, it's alright.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Warwhore on April 16, 2012, 08:06:32 PM
Eh, it's alright.

lol  :roll:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Bishmeister on April 16, 2012, 09:02:01 PM
Hey, thanks for all the positive comments and feedback, always appreciated.
Here's some more up to date pics with the weathering.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1000105.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2011-08-1515-39-35113.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2011-08-1213-13-39635.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP9415.jpg)

And a picture of the model deconstructed for painting. Here you will notice parts that are not in the above photos. Each elevation (side) of the building is slightly different, these shall all be revealed when the project is finished.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2011-07-1618-43-48699.jpg)

Thanks again, WIP pics to follow.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: nuttunen on April 16, 2012, 09:44:59 PM
By Sigmar's hairy chest the divine excellence of it all!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Albrecht Hexenjaeger on April 17, 2012, 05:32:27 AM
By Sigmar's hairy chest the divine excellence of it all!

Something like that... :-o :-o :-o
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: King on April 17, 2012, 06:13:43 AM
Oh my  :mrgreen: .................its simply  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: theforgefather on April 17, 2012, 06:45:18 AM
that marble..... :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Nicholas Bies on April 17, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
 :Ohmy:....... :Ohmy:........ :Ohmy:...... :::cheers::: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 17, 2012, 11:35:24 AM
Must be the Bürgermeisters Mansion of Marienburg!
Incredible!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Delthos on April 17, 2012, 03:26:53 PM
Outstanding work there. Do you have some picture on table with some miniatures to get a real sense of scale? Right now it's just hard to get a feel for just how large it is.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Byronic on April 17, 2012, 03:56:10 PM
That is some of the best scenery I've ever seen, absolutely outstanding...

I can't offer anything constructive as I'm still far too busy wiping drool from my chin and trying to close my mouth!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: valmir on April 17, 2012, 04:01:09 PM
Holy crapsticks. :o
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Bishmeister on April 17, 2012, 06:48:32 PM
Well folks, you’re all so kind. Here’s some progress pictures. The model stands 1.2m or 4ft in height. The model was constructed out of sheets of expanded PVC, which can be scored to give texture, wood grain, cracks, bricks etc. This is one big onion, it’s about the layers. This is the peak of the proverbial mountain. It’s design is based on the pine clad peaks of Ostland, mirroring it’s environment. It uses the resources of the surrounding landscape, timber, stone and clay bricks and tiles.
This picture is of the very early stage, just blocks with timber cladding and roofs, with the rest of the burgomeister’s stronghold.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP8348.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP8341.jpg)

A close up for scale
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP8347.jpg)

The original final sketch
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Copyofscan0001.jpg)

Reworked sketches of the stronghold
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0027.jpg) (http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0028.jpg)

The base and plinth before distressing
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP8531.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP8515.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP8527.jpg)

Distressed
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP8520.jpg)

Before windows and resin features
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP8534.jpg)

Windows and features
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Burgofrontelevation.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Burgoangledetail.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Burgoisometricelevation.jpg)

Must be the Bürgermeisters Mansion of Marienburg!
Incredible!
That’s quite close the mark, I am working on a back story for the Burgomeister’s Mansion. The Mansion was built by the current burgomeister’s great, great (Maybe) grandfather who had a very lucrative trading company based in the docklands of Marienburg. Dealing mainly with exotic goods and expensive relics from throughout the known world. This business and his friendship with the ruling families of Ostland and Marienburg helped to elevate his status and wealth to epic proportions. He wished to display his wealth by building a Stronghold based on the design of the Ostland Elector counts grand palace in his home province of Ostland.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Maza on April 17, 2012, 08:07:13 PM
He he... When I saw the tower on the first picture, I thought "Hm. Someone is posting pictures of real buildings as an inspiration" But it turned out they were model buildings. And therefore even more of an inspiration, of course!  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Tribun on April 17, 2012, 08:26:40 PM
 :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy:

Holy sh...t....

Can I have something like that, too ....PLEASE!!!!

This is probably THE best piece of WHF-Scenery I've ever seen.

:eusa_clap:

Can we have links to bigga pix?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Kirgan on April 17, 2012, 11:11:17 PM
He he... When I saw the tower on the first picture, I thought "Hm. Someone is posting pictures of real buildings as an inspiration" But it turned out they were model buildings. And therefore even more of an inspiration, of course!  :eusa_clap:
Also GREAT WORK GREAT  ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic:: ::heretic:: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on April 18, 2012, 06:43:11 AM

I first thought it was real.  :Ohmy:


This IS probably the best piece of WHF-Scenery I've ever seen.

:eusa_clap:

 :eusa_clap:  :eusa_clap:  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Alleton on April 20, 2012, 04:00:03 AM
How long has this project taken you? and is it finished yet?

ANd can you build me one? :P
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Prince of Arnheim on April 20, 2012, 07:27:06 AM
 :mrgreen: :::cheers:::Imagine the house party the manlings could have in there while they hide from various invading hostiles! All you need is a garage to park the stanks, hurricanums and demigryphs!  :laugh:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: valmir on April 20, 2012, 01:30:17 PM
:mrgreen: :::cheers:::Imagine the house party the manlings could have in there while they hide from various invading hostiles! All you need is a garage to park the stanks, hurricanums and demigryphs!  :laugh:
Ostland can't afford any of that stuff. They spent all of their money on the mansion.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: dalezzz on April 20, 2012, 02:27:47 PM
Amazing!  :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: PeytonS on April 20, 2012, 02:55:13 PM
So cool!  You have far too much time on your hands! :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Carcharoth on April 20, 2012, 03:54:15 PM
Well...

Nothing else to be said really.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Wolfenbaum on April 20, 2012, 04:14:12 PM
Truly amazing!  :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Bishmeister on April 22, 2012, 08:12:13 PM
So far this has taken about 3 years, that's on and off in my dwindling spare time. It is not finished yet but will be by summers end. I keep getting distracted by others things.

One of which is this, the Ostland monument to Osvalde the bull, warrior priest hero.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2012-04-0220-38-42458.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2012-04-0515-00-13749.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2012-04-0715-26-18718.jpg)

And trying to paint an Ostland army, here's one of my greatswords

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2011-09-2021-24-26819-1-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Albrecht Hexenjaeger on April 23, 2012, 12:53:44 AM
 :-o
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Sandor on April 23, 2012, 07:42:51 AM
Terain just wow :Ohmy: and very nice paint shame for your troops.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on April 23, 2012, 08:08:34 AM
Really like the cobblestone basing.

This is art I hope you keep us fed with pictures of your work as it is a real joy to watch it.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Heinrich Kramer on April 23, 2012, 11:06:17 AM
Wonderful scenery. The biggest compliment I can give and this has inspired me to build some scratch-built scenery myself. Obviously on a much less grand scale. I have been promising myself to try for over 20 years and have finally started as a result of you mansion. Thanks for sharing.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Spjuth on April 23, 2012, 05:44:11 PM
Absolutely stunning! The Great Sword looks good too.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Bishmeister on April 26, 2012, 06:46:27 PM
Wonderful scenery. The biggest compliment I can give and this has inspired me to build some scratch-built scenery myself. Obviously on a much less grand scale. I have been promising myself to try for over 20 years and have finally started as a result of you mansion. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks and good luck, remember buildings are just simple block shapes with bits stuck on.
I'm new to this forum, I've had a quick look at people's work and there's alot of hobby love here. I find that very inspiring too.
Here's a unit filler for my gunmen.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2011-08-3021-28-56830-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: valmir on April 26, 2012, 09:42:37 PM
SHUT. UP. :o :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Tiny on April 26, 2012, 10:03:00 PM
The mansion is great... I mean really amazing... but that unit filler... that rocks my world!

I've had pics of that mansion in my "inspirational pics" folder for ages. Glad to see you on the greatest forum known to manlingkind.

Pulls up chair... waits patiently for more.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Spjuth on April 27, 2012, 05:24:14 PM
Oh, those drunks are marvelous! Can't have a very high BS though...

 :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: mr chumley warner on April 27, 2012, 07:18:04 PM
amazing as a unit filler for Handgunners !
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Bishmeister on April 29, 2012, 08:35:38 PM
amazing as a unit filler for Handgunners !

Thanks, although I should describe it as a unit narrative, its called 'the rear rank',it helps to break up the blandness of the unit.

Oh, those drunks are marvelous! Can't have a very high BS though...

 :eusa_clap:

They shoot better after a few.

Thanks for the kind words folks.
I've seen some town walls on this site so I thought I'd share my work in progress. This has been made from many children's toy castles.

The keep
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Castle/Castle03.jpg)

More to follow.







Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Silver Wolf on April 29, 2012, 08:50:06 PM
Praise Sigmar! That is glorious beyond words!   :-o
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Orcslayer on April 29, 2012, 09:03:01 PM
That is utterly fantastic  :-D
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on April 29, 2012, 09:34:47 PM
I want one. :wink:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Hoodling on April 29, 2012, 11:02:33 PM
You are utterly mad, and I salute you.  :eusa_clap:

Sanity is not an option. Nor is terrain that is less than 4 feet tall.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Silver Wolf on April 29, 2012, 11:09:30 PM
Oh, I forgot to ask... Which company makes those castles?

I must have them... I must have them now!  :icon_lol: :icon_lol:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: McSheehy on April 30, 2012, 12:11:27 AM
Well this pretty much sums up how I feel after looking at this thread.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FucbvoFFy0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FucbvoFFy0)

Anyone else feel the same?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Bishmeister on April 30, 2012, 08:46:19 PM
Thanks folks.
Oh, I forgot to ask... Which company makes those castles?

I must have them... I must have them now!  :icon_lol: :icon_lol:

It is Falcon Castle by Simba, I bought about 30  of them off eBay a couple of years back, haven't seen any for a while.

Well this pretty much sums up how I feel after looking at this thread.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FucbvoFFy0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FucbvoFFy0)

Anyone else feel the same?

This made me laugh a lot, I forgot how funny Wayne's World is.

You are utterly mad, and I salute you.  :eusa_clap:

Sanity is not an option. Nor is terrain that is less than 4 feet tall.

I started the burgomeisters mansion to get away from this project as it was driving me barmy.

More pics of the keep.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Castle/IMGP9205.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Castle/IMGP9204.jpg)

The castle walls

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Castle/IMGP9164.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Castle/IMGP9161.jpg)

This was all I could fit on the table, this is about one quarter of the project. The rest of the walls are half as tall and encompass a town.
Maybe one day I will finish it and have a fully painted garrison to boot.


Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: fbjorn on April 30, 2012, 09:04:35 PM
 :icon_eek: :icon_eek: :icon_eek: :ph34r: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:

 :::cheers:::
fbjorn
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: Victor on April 30, 2012, 09:28:02 PM
You are crazy, but in a good way!  :::cheers:::
(The thought of having to paint all that gives me a small heart attack already.)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 01, 2012, 06:05:30 PM
One of the two gatehouses (WIP).

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Castle/IMGP9167.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Hoodling on May 02, 2012, 12:32:41 AM
Greater depths of madness are revealed with every post. It's awesome!  :mrgreen:

Where are you based? Do these projects have a chance of showing up at a Games Day or something, because it's a horrible waste if they're just sitting around your house (in the case of these castle walls, I imagine them literally going all the way around your house)...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: PeytonS on May 02, 2012, 01:43:54 AM
Those drunkgunners are excellent, the bottle's shine effect is especially well done!  Keep it up!

Cheers

Peyton
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Von Kurst on May 02, 2012, 02:19:34 AM
True madness, I mean genius!  Glad I stopped by the forum this evening.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Grutch on May 02, 2012, 04:01:57 AM
Im in love.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Fandir Nightshade on May 02, 2012, 12:58:16 PM
It is even proper warhammer Style....like in the books.

I wonder if anyone still thinks the new Imperial Griffon is too big.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Henerius on May 02, 2012, 01:46:45 PM
me thinks there is no place to put my siege equipment at a proper 24 inch distance on that table.   :engel:


 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:  massive is not to much to say...  that's a grand piece of engineering.   :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: mr chumley warner on May 02, 2012, 02:30:59 PM
ummm ummm ummm ummm ummmmmm ummm

uuurrrggggg

 :ph34r:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Azyr on May 02, 2012, 02:59:38 PM
Holy smoke  :Ohmy:

That is brilliant, can't wait to see it finished
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: ZeroTwentythree on May 02, 2012, 04:07:13 PM
:icon_eek:

Do the defenders on the upper walls need to wear oxygen masks?!?

Very nice. Everything -- painting, modeling, figures & terrain. All top-notch work!

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 02, 2012, 09:48:14 PM
Thanks again folks.

Greater depths of madness are revealed with every post. It's awesome!  :mrgreen:

Where are you based? Do these projects have a chance of showing up at a Games Day or something, because it's a horrible waste if they're just sitting around your house (in the case of these castle walls, I imagine them literally going all the way around your house)...

I'm based in deepest darkest Norfolk, UK. Unfortunely the castle is in my garage and will be for some time whilst I complete other projects.

Those drunkgunners are excellent, the bottle's shine effect is especially well done!  Keep it up!

Cheers

Peyton

The bottles were very easy to paint, Deneb stone and then 3 heavy coats of Orc flesh, it naturally pools at the bottom making it appear darker, let the coats dry before the next.

Holy smoke  :Ohmy:

That is brilliant, can't wait to see it finished

You will be waiting some time unfortunately.

Some more minis.
My witch hunter and retinue.
from left to right; duellist, warrior priest, witch hunter, The gunslinger and the hunter?

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Random%20Minis/IMGP9465.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: scarletsquig on May 02, 2012, 09:58:05 PM
This is all just plain incredible.. project logs on this kind of epic scale and ambition only come along once every few years.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: BAWTRM on May 03, 2012, 07:22:05 AM
I remember looking at Falcon Castle and thinking it wouldn't be a good base for a Warhammer castle because of all the ridiculous low positioned arrow slits but it seems you've tackled the issue with plasticard.

The walls can be held by whole movement trays full of troops, do you actually have the numbers to properly defend such a massive structure?

Brilliant enviable madness. :smile2:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: White Knight on May 03, 2012, 07:34:34 AM
You know, having 6 or 7 sets of that toy castle myself, I thought that was a lot, but I now realise I need many more.  :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: dalezzz on May 03, 2012, 07:45:53 AM
Thats one beefy hammer on the WP :) weres it from?

*edit* just gone back a page and seen your castle!!!   :-o :-o :-o :-o amazing! , that thing belongs in one of those big scenes they do at games day and stuff
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 05, 2012, 12:00:36 AM
Thats one beefy hammer on the WP :) weres it from?

*edit* just gone back a page and seen your castle!!!   :-o :-o :-o :-o amazing! , that thing belongs in one of those big scenes they do at games day and stuff

The head of the hammer is from the griffon statue from the empire mansion.

I remember looking at Falcon Castle and thinking it wouldn't be a good base for a Warhammer castle because of all the ridiculous low positioned arrow slits but it seems you've tackled the issue with plasticard.

The walls can be held by whole movement trays full of troops, do you actually have the numbers to properly defend such a massive structure?

Brilliant enviable madness. :smile2:

I don't have enough troops yet.

This is all just plain incredible.. project logs on this kind of epic scale and ambition only come along once every few years.

Kind words, comments like that really keep me motivated.

Here's the warrior priest again. Kitbashed from Flagellent legs, arms, weapon, banner and greatsword head and torso. I like this model as it was one of the first empire models I have painted and I like how the red turned out, I think the banner design is a little bland though and doesn't particularly work.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2011-09-2021-20-43680-1.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2011-09-2021-20-50622-1.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2011-09-2021-21-03647-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: theforgefather on May 05, 2012, 11:44:57 AM
Good work!

Only 1/4????
You need a whole house purely for the finished project.

What "kids toy castles" did you use for it?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: White Knight on May 05, 2012, 01:06:57 PM
It's the Superplay/Simba falcon castle

(http://img.2dehands.be/f/normal/108950505-superplay-simba-falcon-castle-met-soldaatjes.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: theforgefather on May 05, 2012, 01:09:27 PM
How much is it? I want one!!

I sound like I'm 4...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: White Knight on May 05, 2012, 01:16:06 PM
Depends on where you find it. I picked up some from a local toy store for €10-11 each. Sometimes prices go as far as €30 online.

I do recommend getting a second one to cannibalise for the back side of the walls.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: theforgefather on May 05, 2012, 04:48:17 PM
Hmmm....

I don't know what my parents would think about me buying castles that say 3+ on them...

Although, it's £9 from debenhams..

Out of stock. Damn!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: theforgefather on May 05, 2012, 06:50:51 PM
Well, does anyone know of any alternatives, model or toy, for under £15?

I looked at Zvezda, Superplay (of course), Imex, and GW etc...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: fbjorn on May 05, 2012, 07:16:38 PM

Some more minis.
My witch hunter and retinue.
from left to right; duellist, warrior priest, witch hunter, The gunslinger and the hunter?

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Random%20Minis/IMGP9465.jpg)

One of the most expressive war band ever seen. Power, Action and Heart.  :eusa_clap:

 :::cheers:::
fbjorn
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Ingund Of Brionne on May 05, 2012, 07:20:18 PM
You said deepest darkest norfolk? where abouts I'm in dereham near norwich :)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Gneisenau on May 05, 2012, 07:27:49 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Inspirational%20Warhammer%20Terrain/001FrontElevation.jpg)

W   T    F

This is just awesome! :eusa_clap:

If you mail that picture to Dave Andrews, he'll probably quit his job out of despairing jealousy.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: TheElectorCount43 on May 05, 2012, 08:20:06 PM
 :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy:
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: theforgefather on May 05, 2012, 08:43:38 PM
4 pages on and people are still doing  :Ohmy:  and   :ph34r:  and   :icon_eek: ...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 05, 2012, 09:47:49 PM
Kind words fbjorn.

Hmmm....

I don't know what my parents would think about me buying castles that say 3+ on them...

Although, it's £9 from debenhams..

Out of stock. Damn!

That's a good price for the new castle. You can sometimes pick them up cheaper on eBay but then postage bumps it upto about a tenner.

You said deepest darkest norfolk? where abouts I'm in dereham near norwich :)

I'm in Great Yarmouth.

Thought I'd include another pic of the arbalist so you can see his face.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Random%20Minis/IMGP9451.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 07, 2012, 11:41:15 AM
Thought I'd have a go at May's painting comp: 5 missile troops. The banner is my first attempt at a free hand banner, I've been painting for a while but have always avoided free hand, I think it turned out well but the skull looks a bit wrong to me.

This unit is called Hakon's Handgunners. Hendrik Hakon was the Ferlangen Flintlocks regiment's sharpest shooter until he was dishonorably discharged for having a fling with the regiment commanders wife. He travelled back to his home town and joined the Burgomeister's garrison. He bought with him the professionalism, skills and customs of his previous regiment, hence the skulls and bones. His cartridge monkey is called Inky.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010107.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010110.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010113.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010114.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on May 07, 2012, 11:53:07 AM
Great Banner!  These are looking sweet! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Alarick on May 07, 2012, 02:10:47 PM
Great Banner!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Kirgan on May 07, 2012, 04:33:46 PM
Great Banner!

 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Spjuth on May 07, 2012, 07:19:50 PM
Wow, both of your units are superb!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Maza on May 07, 2012, 07:39:09 PM
Yes, great stuff! I love the feathered hat on the skull on the banner pole, I will remember that for future projects!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: sherbert on May 08, 2012, 06:23:43 AM
can we get a close up of the other side of the banner :icon_question: its looks great but a little small to see the detail.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 08, 2012, 07:19:45 AM
Banner close up.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010119.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Spjuth on May 08, 2012, 07:21:07 AM
Marvellous!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: BAWTRM on May 08, 2012, 07:47:44 AM
Hadn't noticed the feather cap on the skull before, that's just brilliant! At least with a skull it's supposed to look a little bit off, trying to put it on a regular head always makes it look off IMO.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Tribun on May 08, 2012, 12:44:34 PM
Haha, priceless!

 :biggriin:
Just imagined, that the face of your witchunter looks like the one of the father in the TV-Show "Orange County Choppers"

(http://a4.ec-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/128/202163692dca4b68ba2006996685195c/l.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 08, 2012, 01:13:01 PM

Priceless indeed, he also has a suitable german name. Witch Hunter Teutul, I don't think I'll be making a mounted chopper version though. Although that would be interesting, as he may have a supply of mechanical marvels and weapons at his disposal.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 10, 2012, 08:23:57 AM
Some pics of Hakon's Handgunners command.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010127.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010128.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010117.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010115.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Shadowwolf on May 10, 2012, 10:15:24 AM
People like you should not be allowed to exist.  :ph34r: I've built a few houses myself, but the EPIC scale of this is too much for words. I'm so impressed it's going to be a while (if ever) before I work up the courage to start a building project again.  :Ohmy:

You, Bishmeister, are a visionary virtuoso! May the light of your inspiration never dimmer or die!  :::cheers:::

Shadowwolf
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Zenzi on May 10, 2012, 11:16:01 AM
Wow just absolutely wow just everything is amazing :Ohmy:, but that first pictures I really thought was a real building.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 12, 2012, 07:59:44 PM
Thanks guys.

Here's some flagellents in progress inspired by this picture.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0022.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2011-10-1120-12-57923-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: diMarko on May 12, 2012, 08:25:02 PM
Can't wait to se it painted :)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: krom1415 on May 13, 2012, 02:24:51 PM
Some seriously awesome Ostlanders there, superb paint jobs and flag.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 14, 2012, 07:03:11 PM
More handgunners for the rear rank.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010155640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010156640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010157640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010158640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010160640x480.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Spjuth on May 14, 2012, 07:24:14 PM
Amazing!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: krom1415 on May 14, 2012, 09:30:35 PM
Class painting and a great scene. :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with massive empire castle
Post by: Bishmeister on May 19, 2012, 05:48:28 PM
Baron Vultan, estranged from his homeland has sold his services to the Burgomeister.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP9786-1.jpg)

Kitbash using IoB griffon, pitolier legs, Empire knight torso, greatsword head, general arms, Outrider cloak, pouch and pistol.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Baron Vultan
Post by: VonOttenheim on May 19, 2012, 07:26:46 PM
Some wicked kitbashing there...like it a lot.

Please oh please paint those flaggies....cant wait to see them

Great stuff all-round.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Baron Vultan
Post by: Spjuth on May 19, 2012, 08:07:54 PM
Smooth exchange of legs! I have always thought the Elven ones looks too small for an imperial torso. Was it an easy swap? Might make an attept at it on day.

Will be great to see it painted with your high level!

 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Baron Vultan
Post by: Bishmeister on July 16, 2012, 01:59:01 PM
Thanks folks, I've had a bit of a break from posting, busy with work and trying to finish my first Empire unit.

Smooth exchange of legs! I have always thought the Elven ones looks too small for an imperial torso. Was it an easy swap? Might make an attept at it on day.

Will be great to see it painted with your high level!

 :::cheers:::

The elven legs needed to be clipped out then I cleaned it up with a scalpel, it was pretty hard going but worth it.

Some wicked kitbashing there...like it a lot.

Please oh please paint those flaggies....cant wait to see them

Great stuff all-round.
I haven't started the flagellants yet.

I have the week off work so I'm determined to get the Burgomeister's mansion mostly finished. It's all in the detail, very time consuming, I will try and post my progress each day.
Today has been a bling it on day. I have been working on the Burgomeister's coat of arms on the front of the building, after making this I think it would make a nice banner, either painted 2d or as is. It shows the burgomeister's military career of starting out as a spearman, then promotion to a swordsman and finially the honor of being in the greatswords. It also has the Ostland bulls head and the obligatory skulls, twin-tailed comets and griffins of the Empire.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010285599x800.jpg)

Also added some bling to the entrance, I like the contrast with the grandure opulence and the almost derelict.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010287600x800.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with bling
Post by: Delthos on July 16, 2012, 03:12:14 PM
Loving the bull headed building bling! Is that your mega palace/castle/tower you posted earlier?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with bling
Post by: krom1415 on July 16, 2012, 04:21:29 PM
Looking awesome
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with bling
Post by: Gorgash Redfang on July 16, 2012, 06:33:33 PM
Speechless.................  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with bling
Post by: Krudenwald on July 16, 2012, 06:51:44 PM
This log is just full of win.

Also, you are mad, bat-shit insane in the most fantastical way.

Waldenhof
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with bling
Post by: mr chumley warner on July 16, 2012, 07:25:50 PM
banner = awesome

if you feel kind can you run me through your freehand technique?

is it all about pencil outline first , or do you get straight in and paint?

 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with bling
Post by: Zoring on July 17, 2012, 12:23:40 PM
Good lord, what a building, the very tip of it has to be my favourite, that weathered green is photo realistic. Outstanding.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with bling
Post by: Bishmeister on July 17, 2012, 07:41:00 PM
Thanks all for the positive feedback.

Loving the bull headed building bling! Is that your mega palace/castle/tower you posted earlier?

Yes it is.
This log is just full of win.

Also, you are mad, bat-shit insane in the most fantastical way.

Waldenhof

I have once been sectioned but that was a long long time ago.

banner = awesome

if you feel kind can you run me through your freehand technique?

is it all about pencil outline first , or do you get straight in and paint?

 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:

Paint banner background colour(s), make sure it is opaque and solid. I then pencil on the design using a graphic pencil. Find the centre, section if needed and have plenty of reference material to get the design right. I then block in the base colours, let dry thoroughly as the pencil will scrape paint off. I then pencil in the details, i.e. for the skull, eyes, nose teeth, then go over this with a very fine brush and very thinned down dark brown paint. Then highlight and shade. Pencil is good because if you make a mistake you can lick your finger and rub it off, don't use the pencil rubber as it leaves residue. Hopes this helps, although looking at your banners I think you're doing excellently. This was my first attempt at a freehand banner and although it took alot of time I am happy with it and am looking forward to painting more. Good luck.

And for today's update I have been accessorizing. Not sure that's spelt right. Mainly crates, barrels, buckets and a couple of sword racks. Not quite finished, the rust needs calming down a bit and the swords need some paint. Also a shot of work in progress on the justice facade, and the 'store room' never before seen on the interwebs ooooohh! LOL. Hope you enjoys it.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010293640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010298640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010300640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010294640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010305480x640.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010306480x640.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with bling
Post by: WallyTWest on July 17, 2012, 07:54:16 PM
Damn you sir.  :dry:

This thread makes me so freaking jealous... I just love to hate it. Great work.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with accessories
Post by: Syphon on July 18, 2012, 08:25:18 AM
I cannot represent how I feel with words right now.

Instead, I will use icons: it's a mixture of  :icon_cry:  :eusa_wall:   :eusa_clap: and  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with accessories
Post by: red bull on July 18, 2012, 07:13:06 PM
I return to this forum every month, and what a topic to chose! I too am Ostland and I can proudly say that even Valmir would be satisfied with it! I myself would most definitely move to live in if it were real, though as a terrain piece it trumps just about everything else I've ever seen...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with bling
Post by: mr chumley warner on July 18, 2012, 10:24:22 PM

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010293640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010298640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010300640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010294640x480.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010305480x640.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010306480x640.jpg)

Are you going to make a whole city like this?

Taking up a whole big room?!

lol

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with accessories
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 19, 2012, 06:55:05 AM
In this case, I suggest you charge an entrance fee.

You really have an eye for details. I love your way of painting.  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with accessories
Post by: Alleton on July 19, 2012, 12:47:29 PM

Are you going to make a whole city like this?

Taking up a whole big room?!


In this case, I suggest you charge an entrance fee.

Or a ride like in Disneyworld....

'Wonderful World of Bishmeister'

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with accessories
Post by: Bishmeister on July 19, 2012, 07:36:12 PM
Thanks for the comments peeps.




Are you going to make a whole city like this?

Taking up a whole big room?!

lol



If I had the time, that would be the dream. You can see from earlier posts that I have a few other buildings to go around the mansion to create a stronghold. This will be put on the back burner with the castle as I want to focus on creating a complete gaming table. This is planned to be an urban table, I want to create something different from the standard 'green' table. I have the plan and the designs for the separate elements. It will be based around a monument square so as not to be too cluttered for a game. The centre of the square will house the monument of Osvalde, featured earlier in this post. The square will be sunken into the ground making the flanks higher level, hills, these are accessed via steps. On theses raised areas are situated buildings and a triumphant archway entrance. There will also be planters with trees to add some greenery. I intend to make fountains and other smaller monuments/statues to add to the open areas. It's a grand project, all I need now is a stack of time. All progress will be documented here and I may create some video files on techniques used.

Yesterday saw no progress as I went to my graduation ceremony, was good fun, got to dress up in a cape and silly hat again. Sounds superheroesque but so isn't. Today I was back bling again, working on finials. Here's an action shot.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010352.jpg)

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with accessories
Post by: Bishmeister on July 20, 2012, 07:29:27 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0001.jpg)

First sketch for the urban table. All elements are modular and moveable. The left hand side will possibly mirror the right hand side. The table consists of two raised sections and two lower sections. It measures 8' by 4' but about 1' on each end is covered in buildings creating a playable area of 6' by 4'. This is extendable by adding another lower 2' by 4' section in the middle making a 8' by 4' playable area. This will also make it less cluttered in the middle and enable me to include the larger monument to Osvalde, featured earlier.

What do you think? Do you have any suggestions or tips on what makes a great gaming table? Hopefully I will be able to incorporate some suggestions into the final design and finished piece.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with urban table design
Post by: Maza on July 20, 2012, 08:04:31 PM
Incredible work going on here. I'm pretty much lost in admiration.  :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with urban table design
Post by: mr chumley warner on July 20, 2012, 08:56:46 PM
u need to recreate Atlantis
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with urban table design
Post by: Ivimotorola on July 21, 2012, 11:14:08 AM
OOOh my god!!!!!

Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! continue please!!!! Looks great!!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with urban table design
Post by: Bishmeister on July 22, 2012, 08:57:06 AM
Just realised that I hadn't posted the design for the larger Osvalde monument. This would be used with the extra 2' by 4' flat section in the middle.
Monument of Oswalde the Bull of Ostland.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0026.jpg)

Also, another future project.
The Celestial Wizard's Observatory.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/CelestialWizardsTower.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with urban table design
Post by: red bull on July 22, 2012, 11:09:28 AM
Inspirational stuff! Might be stealing ideas very soon... :)

Truly impressive, modelling and painting.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with celestial wizard's tower
Post by: Bishmeister on July 22, 2012, 01:30:03 PM
Here's a maquette for an empire mausoleum. This can go as high as you like. The idea behind this is that it looks like the mountain peaks of the Empire. Each entrance leads into a separate burial chamber, the higher the status, the higher up the mauseleum you are, less likely to be robbed or desecrated. It's kind of like a fortified burial ground. This maquette was made to see if my designs would actually work, and they do. The final design is in the shape of an imperial cross. It is topped off with the Monument of Oswalde.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010353.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010354.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010356.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010358.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with celestial wizard's tower & mausoleum maquette
Post by: Eldjin on July 22, 2012, 02:22:43 PM
Looks really awesome. Imagining a whole mountain made from this.

How did you make those entreances btw?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with celestial wizard's tower & mausoleum maquette
Post by: Delthos on July 22, 2012, 10:37:00 PM
While the mausoleum looks cool, I'd think there needs to be more space sideways and height wise or they would run into trouble with the actual crypts behind the doors. The walls and ceilings wouldn't be very strong with space you are allowing for there.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with celestial wizard's tower & mausoleum maquette
Post by: adolf gunterbrand on July 23, 2012, 08:54:01 PM
That is stunning!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with celestial wizard's tower & mausoleum maquette
Post by: Bishmeister on August 20, 2012, 03:45:25 PM
Here's a vid I made whilst working on the burgo mansion. This was my first attempt in going through the painting techniques used.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryyseFOqa50&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgo paint vid
Post by: Delthos on August 21, 2012, 04:23:21 AM
It's always nice to see how people go about their work. Great video.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgo paint vid
Post by: Bishmeister on August 22, 2012, 08:56:42 AM
Parts 2 & 3 of the vid.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yompT8bgy-s&feature=player_detailpage

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7KgyCCtHIY&feature=player_detailpage
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgo paint vid
Post by: Bishmeister on August 28, 2012, 01:57:52 PM
Now working on some hanging banners for the Mansion. These two illustrate the Burgomeister's nickname of 'charging bull'. I like the bull image, found it on the interwebs, however I think the banners look a bit too clean, a bit of weathering is needed. What do you think?

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010791.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010792.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010796.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010794.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: mr chumley warner on August 28, 2012, 02:09:24 PM
dang, nice  :::cheers:::

the whole idea of building some amazingly detailed building is too much for me, I can see it would destroy my life!

I'd be there at 4 am painting window panes !

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: ColonialRaptor on August 28, 2012, 02:18:39 PM
Wow. Just. Wow. I really aught to put more into my work. I have plans for something similar to this, but not really anything like this at all.

Gosh, I just gotta put my dang foot down and get cracking!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: dublindawg on August 28, 2012, 02:40:09 PM
Can I bring my armies and play at your house????
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: DonJulio on August 28, 2012, 04:05:34 PM
awsome!  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: Spjuth on August 28, 2012, 04:30:47 PM
Wow, stunning banners! But yes, some weathering might make them even better...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: Syn Ace on August 28, 2012, 05:21:21 PM
Exceptional talent, sir!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: SpaceCowboy on August 28, 2012, 07:02:36 PM
Wow, really cool stuff! Keep em coming!
Title: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: Eyrenthaal on August 29, 2012, 05:14:07 PM
Well, wow..
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: patsy02 on August 30, 2012, 12:29:50 AM
Shouldn't weathering be in line with that of the building?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: The Real Rick Salamone on August 30, 2012, 02:51:39 PM
Um, yeah...this is utterly bonkers and made of pure awesome.  I'm not gay or anything, but if I was....
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: Delthos on August 30, 2012, 03:57:24 PM
I think weathering is definitely needed. As a matter of fact their color should probably be sun bleached, but it's probably a little late for that. If they aren't old then just some light weathering is needed.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: Bishmeister on August 30, 2012, 05:57:24 PM
Thanks for the feedback, duely noted. Banners now weathered.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010798.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: Alleton on August 30, 2012, 09:44:17 PM
Personal choice, but I think it would look good with the bottoms tattered as well.

Of course a burgomeister of such standing might well go to the expensie of having more made if they actually were damaged like that, so either way, good job!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: Gustavus Magnus on September 04, 2012, 07:32:02 AM
I wouldn't have the banners too worn.  If the family can afford a place like that, they can afford to have their staff take down the banners in bad weather and replace them if they get too worn. 
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Hanging Banners
Post by: Hieronymus on September 04, 2012, 07:47:29 AM
It is pretty awesome, you clearly have an excess of talent and storage space!

It would be pretty awesome for a skirmish game like Mordheim, but I don't think you could use it as a piece of scenery in a normal game!

You should seriously consider sending the pictures to GW, they have put less impressive things on the blog. Don't know if that's something that would appeal or not, but this project is certainly worthy of a larger audience.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire
Post by: General Tomerix Rotenkopf on September 04, 2012, 08:46:01 AM
HOLY CANNOLI what a fortress! It must be the greatest stronghold in Ostland!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all 4 Burgomeister's Mansion Elevations
Post by: Bishmeister on September 24, 2012, 02:06:04 PM
Thanks for the feedback.

Here some views of the other elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion.

Front elevation.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010805_zps2421b03d.jpg)

Left elevation.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010806_zpsd62dbcb1.jpg)

Rear elevation.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010807_zpse6fe598b.jpg)

Right elevation.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010808_zps7b41e2ec.jpg)

This model is soon to be completed. It needs to be broken down into it's individual parts so I can add some weathering and moss in hard to reac places and then glued together. The banners also need to be completed.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: beno1440 on September 24, 2012, 02:37:01 PM
 :-o

 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: King on September 24, 2012, 02:56:25 PM
Some things appearing on this forum just go beyond the realm of comprehension  :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: Darknight on September 24, 2012, 03:08:45 PM
I think you should rent that thing out as a holiday cottage.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: patsy02 on September 24, 2012, 04:55:17 PM
Eh. It's OK, I guess.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: Gorgash Redfang on September 24, 2012, 06:21:49 PM
(http://i1248.photobucket.com/albums/hh482/David_Body/Stuff/middrop.gif)Amazing stuff  ::heretic::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: mr chumley warner on September 24, 2012, 07:40:28 PM
speechless here !
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: Turnip86 on September 24, 2012, 09:43:39 PM
This is truly awesome. I love the amount of detail you've put into it, even random bits like the extra weathering on the steps as they pass under the arch of the front approach - it just adds that extra authenticity to the whole thing. I'd love to play a game on a board full of your scenery but I'd be scared that I'd damage it and the karma gods would smite me for it :P
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: ZeroTwentythree on September 24, 2012, 09:50:02 PM

There are huge models. And there are intricately detailed models. And there are models painted with incredible skill & detail. You've got it all. Simply amazing work!

 :::cheers:::

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with bling
Post by: today on September 25, 2012, 12:46:10 AM

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010306480x640.jpg)

How did you achieve the wood grain effect on your posts/paperboard?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: Kirgan on September 26, 2012, 11:17:38 PM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: damo_b on September 27, 2012, 02:54:39 PM
Awesome
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: Orcslayer on September 28, 2012, 02:41:17 AM
Absolutely and simply incredible. May I ask how much it weighs all together?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: Bishmeister on October 06, 2012, 08:09:39 AM
Thanks for the feedback.

Absolutely and simply incredible. May I ask how much it weighs all together?

I have no idea how much it weighs but it's not heavy, maybe less than 5kg.

More designs, this one is for a castle/keep/fortified house.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0002.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: Quickbeam on October 07, 2012, 03:52:22 AM
Stuff looks amazing and I'm looking forward to the stuff in that design but one question. What are you going to do with it!? haha
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: mr chumley warner on October 07, 2012, 11:30:09 AM
sorry if you already stated , but what are the dimensions of this amazing building?

 ::heretic::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: Alleton on October 08, 2012, 03:48:55 AM
And weight was answered, but what about the structural integrity?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: Zjivago on October 08, 2012, 06:25:13 AM
Just saw this, truly truly amazing!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with all elevations of the Burgomeister's Mansion
Post by: Zak on October 08, 2012, 06:58:12 PM
has GW seem this yet??? the need to  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners
Post by: Bishmeister on October 13, 2012, 02:37:09 PM
Thanks all. The Burgomeister's Mansion is 1.2m tall 400x400mm base. The above castle will be approx 1.05m tall wirh a 400x400mm base.

Here is the back of the banners previously illustrated, thought I'd have a go at NMM, I am pleased with the result, only two more banners to paint.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020274.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020275.jpg)

has GW seem this yet??? the need to  :::cheers:::

GW has seen this.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1010306480x640.jpg)

How did you achieve the wood grain effect on your posts/paperboard?
Read the earlier posts to find out all this info.

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners
Post by: Bishmeister on October 22, 2012, 06:18:46 PM
More banners, not as nice as the others, these are situated at the rear of the building.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMG_0116.jpg)

Also finally managed to get round to making a tarp roof for the stores. This is made from the fore topgallant sail from one of the Burgomeister's old trading ships. This was deliberately painted plainer (less highlighting/shading) as the banners would be of much better quality than a sail.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMG_0111.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMG_0117.jpg)

I can now see the light at the end of the tunnel, I have a week of annual leave comming up soon so this beast should soon be finished. This has been a labour of love but I can't wait to work on something else.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: Spjuth on October 22, 2012, 06:54:58 PM
That sail roof is really cool! Great to see it coming to and end!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: mr chumley warner on October 22, 2012, 07:39:07 PM
it feels real, like people would be living inside it

make it real  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: Silver Wolf on October 22, 2012, 08:09:22 PM
it feels real, like people would be living inside it

make it real  :::cheers:::

You know, I was thinking the same thing...

Have you thought about installing 3-4 dim orange/yellow LEDs (with separate switches) in some of the rooms?
That would look kick-ass during nighttime.
Especially if you can make them work like Christmas tree lights with programs. Lights turning off in one room only to turn on in an adjacent room a few seconds later.
That would make it horrifyingly realistic!  ::heretic::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: harv on October 22, 2012, 09:02:32 PM
That's the perfect Balcony for the Merchant miniature to be placed. Looks fantastic  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: MrAbyssal on October 23, 2012, 03:56:30 AM
it feels real, like people would be living inside it

make it real  :::cheers:::

You know, I was thinking the same thing...

Have you thought about installing 3-4 dim orange/yellow LEDs (with separate switches) in some of the rooms?
That would look kick-ass during nighttime.
Especially if you can make them work like Christmas tree lights with programs. Lights turning off in one room only to turn on in an adjacent room a few seconds later.
That would make it horrifyingly realistic!  ::heretic::

As it would be candles and oil lamps, you would need to have a small LED move between the rooms and 'light' the bigger ones if you wanted it more realistic.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: Darknight on October 23, 2012, 10:27:22 AM
Why not just clone very tiny people?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: mr chumley warner on October 23, 2012, 10:31:47 AM
cast a spell on yourself and live inside it as a tiny person  :eusa_wall:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: Bishmeister on October 27, 2012, 07:23:34 AM
OK folks this is getting out of hand, LOL. I won't be shrinking  myself or cloning tiny people, i considered lighting early on in the project but decided against it due to extra work involved and this piece primarily being a piece of terrain, when would I ever switch the lights on and fully appreciate the work involved, not often I think. It's too late for lighting now as the windows were painted black. Thanks for all the comments, even the silly ones.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: pcha on October 27, 2012, 12:12:12 PM
What a treat to come across this thread for the first time

Truely inspirational and a bit depressing at the same time
 :-)
Warhammer World should have an exhibition of your work so we can get to see it
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: patsy02 on October 27, 2012, 09:26:42 PM
As it would be candles and oil lamps, you would need to have a small LED move between the rooms and 'light' the bigger ones if you wanted it more realistic.
Also, flickering LEDs should be placed around to give the impression of a lit fireplace.

Bishimeister, you know what you must do.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with more Banners and sail roof
Post by: DonJulio on October 27, 2012, 10:17:00 PM
A W S O M E  :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Belfry detail updated 28/10/12
Post by: Bishmeister on October 28, 2012, 12:11:49 PM
Some pics of the bell tower with mechanism that I've been working on.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020281.jpg)

Bells eye view.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020284.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020288.jpg)

And a close up of the citadel clock
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020292.jpg)

Thanks again for all the feedback.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Belfry detail updated 28/10/12
Post by: Spjuth on October 28, 2012, 06:47:52 PM
That is beautiful man!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Belfry detail updated 28/10/12
Post by: Vintagephreak on October 28, 2012, 06:59:57 PM
Truly something for the rest of us to aspire to. You have really taken it to the next level.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Belfry detail updated 28/10/12
Post by: Kirgan on October 28, 2012, 08:52:59 PM
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Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Belfry detail updated 28/10/12
Post by: Bishmeister on November 01, 2012, 05:01:59 PM
Thanks for the positive and encouraging feedback.

Here's a video I made, this features all the elevations of the mansion and a break down of all the individual parts.

I'm not used to making videos so please be kind. Hope you enjoy.

http://youtu.be/lw5gh3viQls

Comments, criticisms and suggestions always welcome.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister Video and deconstruction 01/11/12
Post by: Bishmeister on November 02, 2012, 01:37:25 PM
Part of the mansion after adding moss effect.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020303.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020299.jpg)

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister Video and deconstruction 02/11/12
Post by: Bishmeister on November 03, 2012, 11:06:23 PM
My hobby room is in chaos again, but not for much longer.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020304.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020305.jpg)

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister Video and deconstruction 02/11/12
Post by: mr chumley warner on November 03, 2012, 11:09:24 PM
urgg what's happened to the tower?!

 :eusa_sick:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister Video and deconstruction 02/11/12
Post by: Darknight on November 04, 2012, 12:44:41 AM
Ok, the video is awesome - so many details, and I just love the way it came apart. Fantastic stuff.

Also, your accent makes me homesick :)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister Video and deconstruction 02/11/12
Post by: Bishmeister on November 11, 2012, 10:23:40 PM
The Mansion is in one piece again, didn't quite get it finished this week.

Detail of the bell tower.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020335.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister bell tower detail updated 11/11
Post by: Gorgash Redfang on November 12, 2012, 12:12:05 AM
(http://i1248.photobucket.com/albums/hh482/David_Body/Stuff/middrop.gif) I have NO words....  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister bell tower detail updated 11/11
Post by: Bishmeister on November 12, 2012, 09:54:27 PM
Todays update.

Flaming corner finials and shrubbery.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020341.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020338.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: harv on November 12, 2012, 10:09:37 PM
Just when I think it can't get any better, the vines etc are such a great touch  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: sherbert on November 12, 2012, 11:21:20 PM
what exactly are the vines made of?

Everything looks superb as always :biggriin:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: Albrecht Hexenjaeger on November 13, 2012, 07:29:29 AM
 :icon_cry:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: Commander Bernhardt on November 13, 2012, 02:50:20 PM
DUDE! so many small pieces! you just created the world's most intricate warhammer related puzzle! If you ever feel tired of assembling it just send it to me! I'll happily do the work for you!
the vid is amazing!
the added details even more!
I demand more pics/vids !
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: Quickbeam on November 14, 2012, 04:11:13 AM
My favorite part is the rust!
So much detail!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on November 14, 2012, 06:54:05 AM
This is amazing ... not just a building, a real work of art ... so many awesome details I just cannot stop looking at it!  :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: Kirgan on November 14, 2012, 07:42:38 PM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: Darknight on November 14, 2012, 11:57:38 PM
Perhaps the greatest use of foamcore and paint since the construction of Kristen Stewart.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: Albrecht Hexenjaeger on November 15, 2012, 01:44:09 AM
Perhaps the greatest use of foamcore and paint since the construction of Kristen Stewart.

 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
Title: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: theorox on November 15, 2012, 04:24:59 PM
Well, this is insanity.

Love it! What an awesome mansion, and the models look great too. :D
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: Spjuth on November 15, 2012, 06:57:14 PM
Beautiful!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Burgomeister corner finials and shrubs 12/11
Post by: Bishmeister on November 15, 2012, 08:06:24 PM
Thanks to everyone for all the kind words and smiley faces, it makes the whole experience alot more gratifying.

what exactly are the vines made of?

Everything looks superb as always :biggriin:

The ivy is brass etched ivy from 4d models. Fairly expensive but nice.
http://www.modelshop.co.uk/product/1%3A12_Etched_Garden_Ivy_LP00101

The vines/trees are homemade. Thin wire twisted together and then covered in zap a gap superglue, then hit with zip kicker catalyst. One has 'growies' or sponge flock for foliage.

Today I have been painting banners again, these are now finished, hooray.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020345.jpg)

My favorite part is the rust!
So much detail!

The rust is also my favourite part.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with completed banners updated 15/11/12
Post by: Romu on November 16, 2012, 09:51:41 AM
well that's truly amazing/inspiring work ! thanks for sharing man and your video is awesome ;)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with completed banners updated 15/11/12
Post by: nuttunen on November 16, 2012, 02:22:46 PM
Wonderful!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with completed banners updated 15/11/12
Post by: Bishmeister on November 16, 2012, 04:51:33 PM
Thanks again for all the kind comments, this really is a very supportive community.

I have been working on a tree that I would like to include on the model, this seems a tad ridiculous but I think it suits the warhammer world.It will receive more paint and extra dangling roots before it is finished.

Let me know what you think, shall it stay or shall it go?

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020352.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with crazy tree updated 16/11/12
Post by: Darknight on November 16, 2012, 05:19:39 PM
Ridiculous is always awesome for Warhammer!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with crazy tree updated 16/11/12
Post by: Quickbeam on November 17, 2012, 10:03:30 PM
These are easily the greatest buildings I've ever seen for warhammer! The only thing I noticed that I don't love is the brightness of some of the ivy on your latest pictures but I think thats just me imagining things.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with crazy tree updated 16/11/12
Post by: Kirgan on November 18, 2012, 11:53:59 AM
http://sphotos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/302783_342723632492092_1622266333_n.jpg   :engel:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with crazy tree updated 16/11/12
Post by: Darknight on November 18, 2012, 01:03:12 PM
Once again, proving the real world is more Warhammer than Warhammer ever will be.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with crazy tree updated 16/11/12
Post by: Bishmeister on November 18, 2012, 09:11:43 PM
http://sphotos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/302783_342723632492092_1622266333_n.jpg   :engel:

Great photo, makes the tree seem a little less ridiculous.

These are easily the greatest buildings I've ever seen for warhammer! The only thing I noticed that I don't love is the brightness of some of the ivy on your latest pictures but I think thats just me imagining things.

Thanks for the feedback, I also thought the ivy was a bit bright but you get used to it, I may still dull it down a little.

Tree finished with empire religious symbols and the obligitory ravens.


(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/image.jpg)


(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/image-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with crazy tree finished updated 18/11/12
Post by: Shadespyre on November 18, 2012, 11:44:37 PM
Excellent tree! Bet you are glad you kept it now. I like the sense that it has been almost adopted as part of the building.

Do I see a crow's nest? I've been meaning to suggest swallows and / or pigeons, but I can let you off with just crows if you like!  :icon_wink:

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with crazy tree finished updated 18/11/12
Post by: Bishmeister on November 19, 2012, 04:14:18 PM
I am glad to keep the tree, I feel it makes the building more warhammeresque. A crows nest indeed.

I've been working on the large gold onion dome finials today, these have replaced the griffons that I just couldn't seem to make work. I've also included some random pics.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020367.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020368.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020369.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020370.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020371.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with random Burgo pics updated 19/11/12
Post by: Tribun on November 22, 2012, 01:45:08 PM
ahhh... so insanely good, it really hurts! More!!!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with random Burgo pics updated 25/11/12
Post by: Bishmeister on November 25, 2012, 01:30:45 PM
The Garrison.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/The%20Completed%20Burgomeisters%20Mansion%20of%20Ostland/P1020392.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with random Burgo pics updated 25/11/12
Post by: Maza on November 25, 2012, 06:55:33 PM
This thread is so amazing Maza feels he must speak in 3rd person.

 :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with crazy tree finished updated 18/11/12
Post by: Commander Bernhardt on November 27, 2012, 11:43:07 AM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020369.jpg)

I think this proves the mansion is actually magically animated and can take flight and be steered like any regular flying fastness  :closed-eyes:


btw how did you make the ballustrade?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with random Burgo pics updated 25/11/12
Post by: Bishmeister on December 10, 2012, 01:05:11 PM
The Mansion is finished! Pictures will follow when I can get some decent shots with sky.

The ballustrade post are from model ship supplies, then rest is platicard.

Here's some designs of a empire tower I drew whilst in Rome.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0003.jpg)

This has now been expanded upon as I had a bit of time on the train down to London.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Towers03.png)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Towers02.png)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Towers01.jpg)

And with different base designs.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0005.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Copy2ofCopy3ofscan0006.jpg)

I intend to make a few towers, now I have to decide which tops go with which bases. Suggestions appreciated.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with watch tower designs updated 10/12/12
Post by: Orcslayer on December 10, 2012, 10:18:49 PM
You are a crazy man, but crazy in a good sort of way.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with watch tower designs updated 10/12/12
Post by: SorenJ on December 11, 2012, 11:00:03 AM
Do you have a tutorial link or something that explains how you do the copper weathering, which I think is by far the best weathering effect on the whole model?

Great catch on the kislev inspired onion domes, it themes the model very nicely. Also I have never seen red brickwork used with such success on a warhammer model before. The way they actually add to the overall look of the model, without being "red-bricks-are not-warhammer-historicly- correct".
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with watch tower designs updated 10/12/12
Post by: mr chumley warner on December 11, 2012, 11:38:12 AM
lol , you are like an architect !

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with watch tower designs updated 10/12/12
Post by: Scalenex on December 22, 2012, 02:26:27 AM
First off. :Ohmy: :cry:

I told myself I wouldn't let the fact that some people are way way better than me stop me from enjoying my own humble projects.

So I am simply going to ask, where did you get the monkeys and ravens?  Those could be useful to me.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with watch tower designs updated 10/12/12
Post by: HavoK on December 24, 2012, 12:36:14 AM
This whole blog is just so insane! I just struck me that the piece is priceless considering that in practice noone will ever pay to buy such a piece for what it actually is worth in material + effort hence priceless.
Its just perfect.

I got an idea though. Why dont you dissect a small klock and install the components in a tower and make a real klock. I mean, it cant be the hardest thing you done so far !
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with watch tower designs updated 10/12/12
Post by: Bishmeister on January 19, 2013, 10:21:30 PM
Thanks for the feedback.
This whole blog is just so insane! I just struck me that the piece is priceless considering that in practice noone will ever pay to buy such a piece for what it actually is worth in material + effort hence priceless.
Its just perfect.

I got an idea though. Why dont you dissect a small klock and install the components in a tower and make a real klock. I mean, it cant be the hardest thing you done so far !


The model is now finished, as much as I've enjoyed working on it I am glad to 'put it to bed'.

First off. :Ohmy: :cry:

I told myself I wouldn't let the fact that some people are way way better than me stop me from enjoying my own humble projects.

So I am simply going to ask, where did you get the monkeys and ravens?  Those could be useful to me.

Monkeys come from the handgunners sprue and the ravens are from the empire general sprue off the shield.

lol , you are like an architect !



I always wanted to be one, but now I get to make building I want to make.

Do you have a tutorial link or something that explains how you do the copper weathering, which I think is by far the best weathering effect on the whole model?

Great catch on the kislev inspired onion domes, it themes the model very nicely. Also I have never seen red brickwork used with such success on a warhammer model before. The way they actually add to the overall look of the model, without being "red-bricks-are not-warhammer-historicly- correct".

No tutorial yet, but I plan on doing one in the future. There is a video tutorial on this plog for the brickwork though.

Since completing the Burgomeister's mansion I had completed the hangunners unit, pic to follow, and have almost finished my general, either Prince Vultan or Valmir von Raukov, just the base to do. I am thinking of using the Morr statue from the Garden on Morr setwhich would be pinned to the back feet to give the impression that he is swooping down for the kill. I wanted the griffon to be part white lion, obtained from traders who visit Chrace and deal in griffon eggs. Lots of pics for a panoramic view.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020659.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020660.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020661.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020662.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020663.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020664.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020665.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020666.jpg)

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: Zak on January 19, 2013, 10:26:58 PM
Holy CRAP!!! thats awesome  :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: harv on January 19, 2013, 10:54:27 PM
The creamy white is stunning. Beautiful  :-o

Where is the coat/cloak from?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: Gorgash Redfang on January 19, 2013, 11:30:15 PM
Top notch shading and highlights.....  :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:


The creamy white is stunning. Beautiful  :-o

Where is the coat/cloak from?
   
Outriders`s if I am not mistaken
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: Shadespyre on January 20, 2013, 12:12:08 AM
That is gorgeous.  :eusa_clap:

But do you do anything that isn't???
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: steveb on January 20, 2013, 01:30:20 AM
very nice indeed! steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: King on January 20, 2013, 09:28:14 AM
I am jealous  :blush:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: Kirgan on January 20, 2013, 02:50:15 PM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: Midaski on January 20, 2013, 03:02:36 PM
Fantastic - what makes it stand out for me is the choice of colours.

The Griffon pallette is brilliantly birdlike and realistic and almost understated to make the General, and the red in particular pop.

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: Osterkicker on January 20, 2013, 03:16:46 PM
Greatest Scenery Thread Ever.......

I want Games Workshop to hire you, stat.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: mr chumley warner on January 20, 2013, 04:18:55 PM
lovely general !
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: vidpui on January 20, 2013, 05:34:40 PM
 ::heretic:: gorgeous! What colours did you use for the griffon please?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: jimbeanie on January 20, 2013, 08:49:28 PM
That griffon is beautiful!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: InvaderZim on January 21, 2013, 04:46:42 PM
he looks so soft and fluffy  :biggriin: +the front bird legs look quite realistic

is there any chance you could stick up a tutorial on what you did and will do as all you models are very good
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with General on Griffon updated 19/01/12
Post by: Bishmeister on January 22, 2013, 09:23:05 PM
Thanks all.
he looks so soft and fluffy  :biggriin: +the front bird legs look quite realistic

is there any chance you could stick up a tutorial on what you did and will do as all you models are very good

I will write up a tutorial with colours at a later date.

The cloak is from the outriders kit with the weapon arm removed.

Back to work on the scenery now, here is the paving design for the monument square. This will 4'x4', 120cmx120cm. The white areas will be white, the darkest parts black and the mid tone is red. The centre piece can be covered with the monument to Osvalde the Bull. The four outer circles can be covered by columns with statues or circular ornate fountains.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/MONUMENTSQAUREFLORDESIGN.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Monument Square updated 22/01/13
Post by: Bishmeister on January 24, 2013, 06:41:25 PM
I need some help with this floor plan.
I am happy with the design and intend it to be in the colours of Ostland, black and white with a splash of red.
What do you think of the colour composition?
Do you think it will be too 'busy' to game on?
Also I like the 3rd pic with the corner flooring patterned, this will cover the other three corners also.
Is this a step too far?

Comments, criticisms and suggestions welcome.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0009-1.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0013-1.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/scan0014.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Monument Square updated 22/01/13
Post by: Maza on January 24, 2013, 07:10:30 PM
I need some help with this floor plan.
I am happy with the design and intend it to be in the colours of Ostland, black and white with a splash of red.
What do you think of the colour composition?

Very good choice. Always liked that combo.

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Do you think it will be too 'busy' to game on?

Hm. Maybe. Black and white is a very sharp contrast. But if you make both the black and white a bit dirty, dusty and worn, perhaps it will work better as a background?
 
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Also I like the 3rd pic with the corner flooring patterned, this will cover the other three corners also.
Is this a step too far?

Honestly it might be a bit too far. It clashes a little with the chequered border. I like the second pic better.

I think this floor is going to look absolutely awesome.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with HELP NEEDED! updated 24/01/13
Post by: Shadespyre on January 24, 2013, 07:40:11 PM
I really like this pattern. As Maza says, a bit of weathering will soften it slightly and add some subtle variations. As would some missing or cracked flagstones etc etc.

As for the "extra" patterning I would say
a - trust your instincts, they've done nicely this far!
b - it's Warhammer and it's Empire, so any erring should be on the over-elaborate side!

I'm intrigued - will you be painting this onto a flat surface, laying the floor with individual hand made coloured tesserae, or just knocking it out on a colour laser printer? ;)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with HELP NEEDED! updated 24/01/13
Post by: Maza on January 24, 2013, 07:53:41 PM
Oh, and the griffon is fantastic. Like a dream.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with HELP NEEDED! updated 24/01/13
Post by: Delthos on January 24, 2013, 09:24:39 PM
I think the one without the extra corner pattern looks much better. Although I'm seeing all the white areas as white marble, so that it will be just a bit more than just big white expanses. That will give it just a bit more character and as others have said if you weather it some it will add even more to it.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with HELP NEEDED! updated 24/01/13
Post by: steveb on January 25, 2013, 03:14:46 PM
I agree with Delthos, no corner quartering of squares, large white marble works better overall without taking away from the central image.  some feather marbling of light grey or cream on the white marble would really make it interesting.  Whatever you decide your innate sense of design will pull through.  If any doubt, make two.  I have really enjoyed your work so far, thank you for sharing with us.  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with HELP NEEDED! updated 24/01/13
Post by: Bishmeister on January 28, 2013, 09:07:01 PM
Thanks for the feedback, much appreciated. I will do some more designs to help sort the issue. I would like to include the triangle design somewhere but maybe not on such a scale.

I really like this pattern. As Maza says, a bit of weathering will soften it slightly and add some subtle variations. As would some missing or cracked flagstones etc etc.

As for the "extra" patterning I would say
a - trust your instincts, they've done nicely this far!
b - it's Warhammer and it's Empire, so any erring should be on the over-elaborate side!

I'm intrigued - will you be painting this onto a flat surface, laying the floor with individual hand made coloured tesserae, or just knocking it out on a colour laser printer? ;)

The flooring will be scored into a PVC sheet with all the cracks scored also, this takes forever :eusa_wall: It will then be painted as white and black marble with lots of weathering, like this

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/2011-08-0508-19-48358.jpg)

Also I intend to paint the twin tailed comets a brass colour, like the 'brasses' you find on the floors of churches. It doesn't quite fit the colour scheme but I like the idea of combining metal and stone flooring.

I have been building Halberdiers recently. I was not satisfied with the lengh of their weapons so I have extended them so they look a little more threatening.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020698.jpg)

Here is how it was done.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020687.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020689.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020690.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Halberdiers WIP updated 28/01/13
Post by: thisistom on January 29, 2013, 02:19:24 PM
The griffon is amazing. I like the halberd conversions, always felt they were a tad short. Your buildings remind me of The Adventures of Baron Munchhausen, which is never a bad thing.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Halberdiers WIP updated 28/01/13
Post by: Von Eisenberg on February 01, 2013, 08:31:08 PM
HOLY SH... :Ohmy: ...T
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Halberdiers WIP updated 28/01/13
Post by: Bishmeister on February 07, 2013, 12:32:18 PM
Thanks folks.

I have been base coating rank and file so I thought I would treat myself with a wizard.

This is Rutgar the Aged. This wizard has been a grey wizard for a very long time but has never managed to progress beyond the rank of novice, despite having a plethora of scrolls and books of spells. His 'familiar' has no magical ability, although Rutgar is convinced he has, and is just a plain old grey monkey named piffpaff. Despite this wizards ineptitude he makes for a handy dispel caddy for the other wizards.

This model is a kitbash. Head, hood and book in hand from wizard kit. Body from huntsmen, Pouch from pistoliers. Books, key, skulls and scrolls from flagellants. Monkey and vials from gunmen state troops.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020712_zps6be04059.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020710_zpsbf248999.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020709_zpsbf750cf9.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020708_zpsf036a312.jpg)

Book detail

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020704_zps60e1aead.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Grey Wizard updated 7/2/13
Post by: cjp on February 07, 2013, 09:22:06 PM
Thats one of the nicer painted IoB griffons I've seen; very well done.  B)

Did you resculpt the attached elf legs completely? Or use some existing plastic legs?

It's a really solid conversion.   :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Grey Wizard updated 7/2/13
Post by: Wolfenbaum on February 07, 2013, 09:26:38 PM
Brilliant griffon!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Grey Wizard updated 7/2/13
Post by: steveb on February 08, 2013, 12:19:30 AM
really nice wizard, I am going to steal that idea if you don't mind.  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Grey Wizard updated 7/2/13
Post by: Albrecht Hexenjaeger on February 08, 2013, 08:09:04 AM
Awesome wizard!  :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Grey Wizard updated 7/2/13
Post by: b0007452 on February 08, 2013, 10:32:38 AM
That's a great wizard kit-bash. Very impressed with the detail on the book.

Jim
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Grey Wizard updated 7/2/13
Post by: Kirgan on February 09, 2013, 05:47:48 PM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Grey Wizard updated 7/2/13
Post by: takenoko on February 10, 2013, 08:50:48 AM
The Wizard kit-bash is beautiful! But then, everything you do is excellent, so it doesn't really come as a surprise...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Grey Wizard updated 7/2/13
Post by: Bishmeister on February 11, 2013, 04:50:31 AM
Thats one of the nicer painted IoB griffons I've seen; very well done.  B)

Did you resculpt the attached elf legs completely? Or use some existing plastic legs?

It's a really solid conversion.   :eusa_clap:

Legs clipped off and pistolier legs attached, see page 5 of this thread.

Another wizard, this time Amethyst, based on Martin Footit's wizard in White Dwarf.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP9833.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP9834.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP9835.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP9836.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/IMGP9843.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Amethyst Wizard updated 11/02/13
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on February 11, 2013, 10:59:30 AM
 :Ohmy:
 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Amethyst Wizard updated 11/02/13
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on February 11, 2013, 03:59:44 PM
Love the wizard.  :eusa_clap:

Please do post daylight pics!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Grey Wizard updated 7/2/13
Post by: today on February 12, 2013, 01:38:15 AM
really nice wizard, I am going to steal that idea if you don't mind.  steveb
Definitely stealing this scroll caddy too.  Only thing I might change is the left hand.  I might use the dwarf pipe bit.  Also, I could find all the parts in my bits box within minutes, except for the head.  I looked and looked and knew I had it.  Of course, it was the fire wizard head without the fire hair!  Great stuff Bishmeister.  Keep it up.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Amethyst Wizard updated 11/02/13
Post by: Osterkicker on February 12, 2013, 03:18:22 AM
Bish's work makes my soul smile.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Amethyst Wizard updated 11/02/13
Post by: Bishmeister on February 23, 2013, 11:42:08 AM
Thanks for all the positive feedback.
Feel free to use any ideas, I see hobby blogs as seeding inspiration.
I certainly need to sort out my photo quality, maybe someday I will get round to making a light box.

Here are some rank and file I have been working on. I have only painted the front rank to a finished standard, the rest are base colours with a wash. All the models require bases and sheilds, I have the old bretonian bull head sheild for them all. The banner needs to be completed also. The models are basic swordsmen models with 'raven wings' attached to their shoulders. These were made by cutting the olive reef in half, these come with the empire kits.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020717_zps48fcecd1.jpg)

This is a veteran swordsman regiment that is officially called the raven tower guard or just raven guard. Also known by others in the army as the 'crows feet' due to the average age of the soldiers.

I have decided to name most of the units in the army after the towers they guard/inhabit. This coincides with the fluff and scenery I will be creating, see earlier posts.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Raven Guardupdated 23/02/13
Post by: Bishmeister on February 26, 2013, 01:20:25 PM
Painted this warrior priest today. The back banner was inspired by a warrior priest here http://www.puttyandpaint.com/
I came across this whilst looking at We7's work. This model is a kitbash. Flagellent legs, Knight arms and torso with sculpted collar, cloak from general kit, skulls and bell from flagellant kit, hammers from infantry kit with skulls added.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020727_zps572ea542.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1020724_zpsf6b081c7.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Warrior Priest Updated 26/02/13
Post by: Zak on February 26, 2013, 02:05:58 PM
 :::cheers::: thats just cool  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Warrior Priest Updated 26/02/13
Post by: b0007452 on February 26, 2013, 04:55:34 PM
Dude that's an awesome kitbash. Really individual but nevertheless it isn't too over the top. Congratz.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Warrior Priest Updated 26/02/13
Post by: Dforrest on February 26, 2013, 05:15:47 PM
This thread is too insane. I am just going to assume I am dreaming. Yep, that's it....just a dream.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Warrior Priest Updated 26/02/13
Post by: Bishmeister on March 10, 2013, 05:31:48 PM
Thanks guys.
I recently came across Dave Taylor's Morr themed army, you can see it here
http://davetaylorminiatures.blogspot.co.uk/search?updated-max=2012-07-26T20:29:00-07:00&max-results=7&start=42&by-date=false

And thought the mounted wizard was so good I just had to copy it.

Dave's
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/71d5439ff48b61f348e25477544368c3_zps573471f0.jpg)

And mine
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/3f283ea52431943fe2b28823338f2f34_zps177c1bd8.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/f7899cf181ee0e9659db0a701d494d90_zps6ce2e410.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/73f2981cd2373cea8700d902b6e32865_zpsb3082297.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/00412f474457446505a76eaabc7b50e0_zps8393f5f6.jpg)

I can't wait to paint this model.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with mounted wizard kitbash updated 10/3/13
Post by: Ad A Dglgmut on March 10, 2013, 05:47:52 PM
I can't wait to see it painted. :smile2:

Love the conversion, perfect for representing a wizzened, old wizard.  Heck, he's a mobile library from the look of it.  The ink feather is a great touch by the way.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with mounted wizard kitbash updated 10/3/13
Post by: Zjivago on March 10, 2013, 06:45:40 PM
Thats really really cool.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with mounted wizard kitbash updated 10/3/13
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on March 10, 2013, 06:53:25 PM
Great idea.  Is that a skull inkwell with a quill in it, that I see behind him?
 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with mounted wizard kitbash updated 10/3/13
Post by: Darknight on March 10, 2013, 08:20:51 PM
That is a wonderful conversion - it is similar to the Venerable Thaumataurge model you can get (and which I have, awaiting something!) But that is fantastic - all the little details etc. I think I may have to be inspired by that when I make mine - all the excess baggage is superb!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with mounted wizard kitbash updated 10/3/13
Post by: steveb on March 11, 2013, 03:38:46 AM
poop, now I Will have to add another project of my list of things to copy.. steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with mounted wizard kitbash updated 10/3/13
Post by: Oxycutor on March 11, 2013, 07:36:49 AM
That is a great conversion, one which will just have to be imitated
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with mounted wizard kitbash updated 10/3/13
Post by: Fidelis von Sigmaringen on March 11, 2013, 09:40:36 AM
Excellent. Not too sure about the candles, though. 
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with mounted wizard kitbash updated 10/3/13
Post by: DariusZero on March 11, 2013, 09:58:02 PM
Excellent conversion copy of the Gamezone mounted scholar, Looks better than the original. :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with mounted wizard kitbash updated 10/3/13
Post by: Bishmeister on April 07, 2013, 06:49:28 PM
Thanks for the feedback guys.

Fidelis, I agree about the candles, I will remove the flames and just leave wicks.

Ol profeesor, yes that's a feathered quil with inkwell, an afterthought which I am glad I thought of.

This plog has been quiet for a while but I have been busy. Not with Empire though, what! How dare I, I here you say.

I spent two weeks painting up the contents on the 2009 edition of spacehulk, didn't quite finish it but got most of it complete. You can see a plog here,

http://www.beastsofwar.com/groups/the-burgomeisters-mansion/forum/topic/painting-space-hulk-for-tabletop-nation-meet-up/

I intend to finish this in the near future.

I have also started a new terrain project, which is not Empire but is within the Empire. The rumoured release of high elves next month got me all giddy, I have a massive high elf army, and I have been looking for an excuse to realise some designs for high elf menhirs. I am talking of them here as they exist in Ostland, what I here you say? Originally constructed by the elves millenia ago to keep the forces of chaos from the old world and help channel the destructive and warping effects of raw magic into a less malevant form helping the high to maintain the menhirs. This one is located on the coast east of Salkalten.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/7eda9d42f9b5f302ea1f77beab10c751_zpsc71c9728.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/e6f1843b5a0f2c23d3fc6512e90a383a_zps85e4d538.jpg)

This model stands 380mm tall, is made from expanded pvc and plasticard. I intend to mould and cast it so I can have lots of them on the battle field. This is still a work in progress.

Does this model belong in this plog?


Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with high elf menhir (wip) updated 7/04/13
Post by: b0007452 on April 07, 2013, 07:25:50 PM
Looks awesome bro, gonna do an elaborate base for them all?

Can't wait to see the priest painted as well.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with high elf menhir (wip) updated 7/04/13
Post by: Commander Bernhardt on April 08, 2013, 10:57:41 AM
any piece of your terrain belongs in this blog! not just the empire stuff!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with high elf menhir (wip) updated 7/04/13
Post by: Bishmeister on April 09, 2013, 07:41:37 PM
Cheers guys.

I decided to keep the plynth/base plain so as not to detract from the menhir. Just the circular step to complete and some alternative pinnacles to finish.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/bd1c255a478165c1a2be29df987f719a_zps170bd628.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/d1264a2df94101bd8017852022d23bb0_zps3d4d1b7c.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with high elf menhir (wip) updated 9/04/13
Post by: Bishmeister on April 28, 2013, 01:18:39 PM
Menhir completed with some invading high elves.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/4153559c-fc55-4583-afae-decc324d06a9_zpsc727af0a.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/4153559c-fc55-4583-afae-decc324d06a9_zpsc727af0a.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with completed high elf menhir updated 28/04/13
Post by: Zjivago on April 28, 2013, 01:28:14 PM
Very nice  :icon_biggrin:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with completed high elf menhir updated 28/04/13
Post by: Bishmeister on October 21, 2013, 02:53:50 PM
Its been a long time since my last post. Lots going on but not much Empire action, i had to deal with a High Elf invasion followed by a beastmen raid. Fortunately my empire survived these hobby wobbles I am back in Ostland.

This is the empire mini I have painted since. This guy is blonde Jamie, the banner bearer for the free company militia of The Bull Inn.
He holds the decree signed by the company to not defile themselves by drinking any inferior ales than those brewed by The Bulls Inn brewmaster. They take their ale very seriously.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/e2314fd0b5f7f7ee67b02d88aa365f59_zps3482bdf7.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/5aa9990fe3a77bdbb5488df873afe9d5_zpsb20c8375.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with banner bearer of The Bull Inn
Post by: Shadespyre on October 21, 2013, 05:22:02 PM
Great concept, and it's a lovely model. Particularly like the egg timer, never sure how to paint those! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with banner bearer of The Bull Inn
Post by: Cam on October 21, 2013, 05:45:34 PM
You nailed those striped pants. Good job.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with banner bearer of The Bull Inn
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on October 22, 2013, 03:29:14 PM
Awesome mini and paint job!  :eusa_clap:

I like the way you painted his hair. Which colours did you use?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with banner bearer of The Bull Inn
Post by: takenoko on October 22, 2013, 08:24:09 PM
Great to see that you are back, your updates are always most welcome! Excellent concept and well executed, I'm really looking forward to seeing what you will do with the rest of the unit! Also, will we get to see the Bull's Inn? Given your last terrain log, I really hope we will...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with banner bearer of The Bull Inn
Post by: Bishmeister on January 01, 2014, 07:15:58 PM
Thanks folks and Happy New Year.
Yet again I have been hobby wobbling spending time with night goblins, high elves and beastmen!
I have also been busy with work, I start a new job in February.

I received some Empire Ironsides for Christmas and thought it would be great to have a whole battalion of my army with this armour.

Here's some halberdiers and a greatsword.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/494214a0343d2cb36a8ba3c0f46e65d1_zpsc47e3e04.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/494214a0343d2cb36a8ba3c0f46e65d1_zpsc47e3e04.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/888def29220be16f0f894e3901ac91be_zpsc68ce31d.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/888def29220be16f0f894e3901ac91be_zpsc68ce31d.jpg.html)


Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Empire Ironside Conversions
Post by: jimbeanie on January 01, 2014, 08:47:03 PM
Those halberdiers are awesome! I've got twenty of these little buggers myself. Very tempted to do a similar conversion.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Empire Ironside Conversions
Post by: Durloth on January 02, 2014, 08:57:13 AM
That was a brilliant idea!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Empire Ironside Conversions
Post by: Cam on January 02, 2014, 11:48:32 AM
How creative! I would've never thought of turning them into close combat state troops. The look does fit them though and goes very well with their helmets (which I've always thought looked way to sight-restricting for shooters.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Empire Ironside Conversions
Post by: Bishmeister on April 27, 2014, 10:45:10 PM
Building the Empire

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/f2f0cb2c9daa9a5f4305b88563ad5350_zps56dec4e1.jpg)

This project is getting out of hand.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Empire Ironside Conversions
Post by: somegeezer on April 27, 2014, 11:03:28 PM
This project is getting out of hand.

Magnificently so. Holy flippin moly!  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire with Empire Ironside Conversions
Post by: Naitsabes on April 27, 2014, 11:51:18 PM
Holy flippin moly!  :eusa_clap:

yes! a different word rolled off my tongue after "holy" when I saw that picture!

they will get painted, right?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - building an Empire -updated 27/04/14
Post by: Zak on April 27, 2014, 11:52:32 PM
 :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - building an Empire -updated 27/04/14
Post by: steveb on April 28, 2014, 12:15:07 AM
I am impressed, now paint it, and please describe the game table you are going to put it on.  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - building an Empire -updated 27/04/14
Post by: Eyrenthaal on April 30, 2014, 04:27:03 PM
I have 120m2 of game space where you're more than welcome to store your stuff... Amazing!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - building an Empire -updated 27/04/14
Post by: Hoodling on May 01, 2014, 04:23:21 AM
So you're filling all your overhead mantles with these things? That is awesome!

Does all need to be painted, though...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - building an Empire -updated 27/04/14
Post by: Kirgan on May 01, 2014, 06:59:54 AM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - building an Empire -updated 27/04/14
Post by: Bishmeister on May 03, 2014, 05:04:46 PM
Thanks folks, yes they will all be painted - eventually. However I have lots going on at the moment.

One of which is that I am considering entering the UK Armies on Parade. I have an army to finish and a display board to make.  :icon_neutral:

I will post progress here.

Does anyone know of any Armies on Parade motivational threads/blogs on the net? I need motivating!

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - building an Empire -updated 27/04/14
Post by: harv on May 04, 2014, 05:25:41 PM
http://davetaylorminiatures.blogspot.co.uk

Have a look through as he did

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C4JR8rsLck0/T_BQFXUs0dI/AAAAAAAADhA/a5Hmh1IY9gA/s1600/DisplayBoard19.jpg)

and

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9EeJxcKCpSQ/UgtwoZvfksI/AAAAAAAAFIQ/-3YAuC7zH18/s1600/AOP-EmpireArmy02.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade question - updated 03/05/14
Post by: liuzheng on May 05, 2014, 03:41:04 PM
Master skill of paintingand conversion. I am impressed!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade question - updated 03/05/14
Post by: Bishmeister on May 05, 2014, 06:15:47 PM
Dave Taylor is a truly inspirational hobbyist. Thanks for posting these. :eusa_clap:

I had a quick count and I have 105 minis for the Armies on Parade.
Non have their bases finished - these will be scratch built to blend into the board.
I have completed painting 51 minis. :-D
54 have just been base coated and washed including 3 double sided banners and 3 wizards.
Oh, and I have to construct a 2'x2' display board. :eusa_wall:
I'm pretty excited about it but I'm a bit daunted by all the work.
I will post minis as I complete them.
I completed this banner bearer recently.
I've been painting minis for 25 years and this was my first attempt at NMM. Not too sure about.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/OstlandBannerBearer_zps4fa6ea58.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/OstlandBannerBearer_zps4fa6ea58.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade question - updated 03/05/14
Post by: Irishzero on May 06, 2014, 06:32:12 AM
Looks really good bud, I would take him in my ostland army:) This will be interesting to follow, love your work!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade question - updated 03/05/14
Post by: Bishmeister on June 02, 2014, 09:03:54 PM
Cheers irishzero. After a brief Wood elf hobby wobble I am back on a mission with the Empire, 10 minis painted since last post.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/a1823f4339aa7ce1deabbdf4b3fb9509_zpsa2df5096.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/b67b58343737f6a6c6719c6434d9ae0c_zps37048c49.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: JummyM on June 02, 2014, 11:20:42 PM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::

Hot Damn
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: steveb on June 03, 2014, 02:52:11 AM
as Brick would say "whoot"  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: Never_Again on June 03, 2014, 05:13:33 AM
Very nice! Can you make some more pictures of the mini's standing on its own? :)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: Hoodling on June 03, 2014, 06:38:05 AM
Your work is fantastic. Unfortunately I can't see how someone who paints to the level you do could ever possibly finish painting all those buildings...  :unsure:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: King on June 03, 2014, 06:40:57 AM
 :icon_eek: There is nothing we can say that would bring justice to this work  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: Zak on June 03, 2014, 10:46:51 AM
again, WOW  :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on June 03, 2014, 10:50:03 AM
Really nice looking figures and terrain.  My hat is off to you!   :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: Kirgan on June 03, 2014, 03:52:35 PM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
Not bad it is ok  :closed-eyes:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: b0007452 on June 03, 2014, 11:05:00 PM
Unreal. Amazing stuff.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: somegeezer on June 04, 2014, 10:00:30 AM
Astonishing work as ever. Bravo!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - UK Armies on Parade - updated 02/06014
Post by: Bishmeister on June 16, 2014, 06:27:27 PM
Cheers folks, I'm always humbled by the fantastic support of this community.
Today I made a tree.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/d6f29ee94f8d3fcfbadc1497bde6903e_zpsf90d9197.jpg)

It started life as a hedgehog gutter brush, 4m for £15, that's a lot of trees.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/ae7eb365931472e506db6ddd46f27e57_zps8deb2729.jpg)

It was cut to size, trimmed to shape, dowel added for trunk with wire inserted for dead branches. This tree stands at 25cm in height. It was spray painted and flock sprinkled on, two coats.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/cb84a09680e9eb25c1f224aea497d220_zps02b5ca53.jpg)

I just have to sculpt the roots and trunk base. I made a few of varying sizes, the tallest being 35 cm without trunk.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/7fba8fb342b988e78fef1a4d7afceaa3_zps2ff11e78.jpg)

The green tree is a shop bought tree. I wanted to make very large trees that looked more realistically scaled.
C&C welcome.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Tree - updated 16/06/14
Post by: Zak on June 16, 2014, 10:14:28 PM
nice idea ..im looking for ways to make tree's that are easy and cheap to make  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Tree - updated 16/06/14
Post by: steveb on June 17, 2014, 02:23:09 AM
a new religion in the making,  the Bishmeisterites worship Bishmeister, for as every one knows, only god can make a tree.  Hail Bishmeister!  good job, most creative.  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Tree - updated 16/06/14
Post by: Siberius on June 17, 2014, 09:22:48 AM
Heard your blog mentioned on a podcast yesterday as a good source of inspiration!
 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Tree - updated 16/06/14
Post by: Bishmeister on June 19, 2014, 09:28:01 PM
Cheers folks.
I have been working on halberdiers today.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/fac79e16b00e8b2ffb7fe2dc3cd11be3_zpsf205eef4.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdiers - updated 19/06/14
Post by: Zak on June 19, 2014, 11:18:16 PM
 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdiers - updated 19/06/14
Post by: Vauln on June 19, 2014, 11:51:50 PM
Sweet.  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdiers - updated 19/06/14
Post by: George on June 19, 2014, 11:57:46 PM
They look great, but I am distracted by the chapel which is superb.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdiers - updated 19/06/14
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on June 20, 2014, 09:26:37 AM
 :::cheers:::

Nice!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdiers - updated 19/06/14
Post by: Never_Again on June 20, 2014, 08:38:39 PM
Hi Bishmeister,

Your work is wonderful! Can you make some pictures of the mini's without your terrain? So we can see more of the detail of your paintwork :D

Thanks!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdiers - updated 19/06/14
Post by: Shadespyre on June 20, 2014, 10:04:55 PM
Getting used to your miniatures and building genius now, but the trees (while also very clever) are an example that ordinary mortals can follow. I'll be passing that on to my scenery-making pal in the morning.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdiers - updated 19/06/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on June 21, 2014, 08:37:36 AM
Amazing work - one of my favourite blogs.  :eusa_clap:

I particularly love your way of painting faces.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdiers - updated 19/06/14
Post by: steveb on June 21, 2014, 02:40:48 PM
Sooooooooo much great work, do you have a time warp generator that enables you to find the time?  however you manage to do it I remain in awe.  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdiers - updated 19/06/14
Post by: Bishmeister on June 30, 2014, 08:58:07 PM
Thank you folks.
Hi Bishmeister,

Your work is wonderful! Can you make some pictures of the mini's without your terrain? So we can see more of the detail of your paintwork :D

Thanks!

I will do, once I build a decent light rig, however this may take some time and is way down on my priority list.

I have been working on this guy recently, the Halberdier's banner bearer. It is in the similar theme to the hand gunner's banner which will hopefully contribute the overall consistency of the army.

If you want to know how the banner was painted follow my twitter account @bishmeister1, I also post regularly there.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/596c271761c1b354e101324e38a16757_zps00d1adf1.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier's Banner - updated 30/06/14
Post by: Booah on June 30, 2014, 09:33:31 PM
Amazing banner, love the halberdiers in action shot. Really inspiring stuff.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier's Banner - updated 30/06/14
Post by: Zak on June 30, 2014, 11:31:11 PM
nice!!!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier's Banner - updated 30/06/14
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on July 01, 2014, 12:47:51 AM
Splendid Banner!!!   :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier's Banner - updated 30/06/14
Post by: somegeezer on July 01, 2014, 08:26:59 AM
Astounding work, there. Blimey!  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier's Banner - updated 30/06/14
Post by: Vauln on July 01, 2014, 08:34:56 AM
The Banner is great, kinda think the laurel wreath should be green though.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier's Banner - updated 30/06/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 01, 2014, 11:01:14 AM
Lovely work on the banner!  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier's Banner - updated 30/06/14
Post by: Zjivago on July 01, 2014, 11:24:35 AM
Second that, lovely banner indeed.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier's Banner - updated 30/06/14
Post by: mottdon on July 01, 2014, 01:09:16 PM
Wow.  Just amazing!  I love the banner top.  That's a great unique idea!   :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier's Banner - updated 30/06/14
Post by: Oxycutor on July 01, 2014, 10:12:32 PM
I went through this thread from the beginning again the other day.   

Still can't say WOW enough times.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier's Banner - updated 30/06/14
Post by: errantgamer on July 06, 2014, 04:46:10 PM
I have to second the sentiment... holy moly!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made deciduous trees - updated 07/07/14
Post by: Bishmeister on July 07, 2014, 02:00:29 PM
Thanks folks, ever encouraging as always.
This week I have been mostly making deciuous trees, mostly.
This tree took less than 20 mins to make, 10 mins without the roots on the base.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/5630b87b0b0eb49f8ccebb2d0f8d2f01_zps7943aceb.jpg)

A cops with minis for scale.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/db8ddfd36c183d747527eef6b43c5e38_zps1fef565e.jpg)

I will be tweeting how to make these this Tuesday.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made deciduous trees - updated 07/07/14
Post by: Dotification on July 07, 2014, 02:19:11 PM
Those are legit! Plz post a link here for the non-twitter folks . . .


Sent from my VM670 using Tapatalk 2

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made deciduous trees - updated 07/07/14
Post by: Midaski on July 07, 2014, 06:34:53 PM
Really keen on the trees Bish.

I spent most of Salute 2013 looking at the model trees, and most of the pre-made ones we are offered are very unrealistic.
I actually found a gaming demo table with some magnificent ones and then met the professional architectural modeller who made them.

His were done with rubberised horse hair and a cold melt glue gun. I have the products but not the worktop hobby space anymore. 
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made deciduous trees - updated 07/07/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 07, 2014, 06:56:27 PM
These trees are really nice. I'd like to know how you made them. Could you please post a tutorial on W-E as well?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made deciduous trees - updated 07/07/14
Post by: Bishmeister on July 08, 2014, 07:42:36 PM
OK peeps here's how to make model deciduous trees in minutes.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/fd7a76c2d79ac55004d1dc85bdcbcb51_zps6a67b246.jpg)

This shrub is a hydrangea, it is your friend, especially the flower buds in autumn as they are the main component of the tree.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/0aeb9c5442c111f4872a7e88f7796644_zps0613f8bf.jpg)

Take the buds, dried out and without petals by now. Add tape, I used paper tape, to the base of the stem, and insert wire through the hollow length of the main stem. Cut a base, I used 3mm expanded PVC 100mm in diameter. Cut root shapes out of 1mm and a length of dowel,sanded and roughed up a bit, I used 10mm 80mm in length and drilled holes in top for wire.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/142d4101223d3fe2f40976a66f34a49f_zpsa571f18a.jpg)

Stick components together, reinforce branch/trunk join with tape and add car body filler around base to create roots, this can be carved when curing for extra detail.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/c2261029bf0e90993373c8c624669136_zpsa24d1a60.jpg)

Spray brown and sprinkle with woodland scenics foliage for the leaves and flock for the base. This needs to be swiftly before the paint dries so you may have to do the canopy then the base.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/5630b87b0b0eb49f8ccebb2d0f8d2f01_zps7943aceb.jpg)

Shake off the excess and apply hairspray to fix in place. From start to finish should take you less than 20 mins per tree, 10 mins if you don't bother with roots and just add lots of bushes around base.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/df6fe847ebc76f394da0d14e83af6b8f_zps9f444b3c.jpg)

These can probably be made quicker if you are making many in one go. Good luck folks.

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Model deciduous tree tutorial - updated 08/07/14
Post by: George on July 08, 2014, 09:28:51 PM
these look great.
How strong is the hydraenga? The worry is how well it survives on the table top.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Model deciduous tree tutorial - updated 08/07/14
Post by: Zak on July 09, 2014, 08:17:18 PM
wow dude you have sold me on a way to make cheap trees  :::cheers:::

thanks
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Model deciduous tree tutorial - updated 08/07/14
Post by: Bishmeister on July 20, 2014, 08:44:14 PM
these look great.
How strong is the hydraenga? The worry is how well it survives on the table top.

You have to reinforce the main stem with wire but the rest is pretty flexible so should be OK on the table top.

I have been painting Greatswords today, 5 done and 5 to go. Probably going to be a while  before I finished the rest as I am off to Vienna for a few days, super excited about the architecture!

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/b98d6b675428cd08d383b5245cb3eb61_zpsd371b9a1.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Greatswords - updated 20/07/14
Post by: wardenmunger on July 21, 2014, 04:48:38 AM
I've travelled a bit and can safely say that Vienna is the nicest city I have ever been to. It is clean, has wonderful transport links and beautiful architecture. Be sure to go to the arms and armoury museum in the Hofburg Palace - an empire players wet dream I can tell you! If you want to see the Lipizzaner horses then plan it early as it's really sort after!

Can't wait to see what it inspires you to!

Enjoy.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Greatswords - updated 20/07/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on July 21, 2014, 07:37:54 AM
Lovely work!  :eusa_clap: Have fun in Vienna!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Greatswords - updated 20/07/14
Post by: mottdon on July 21, 2014, 12:52:40 PM
That's awesome!  Enjoy Vienna!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Greatswords - updated 20/07/14
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on July 21, 2014, 01:55:37 PM
Fantastic trees and Greatswords!  Hats off!   :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Greatswords - updated 20/07/14
Post by: Bishmeister on August 01, 2014, 04:48:21 PM
Cheers folks.
Vienna is amazing, go if you can, really nice well kept imperial architecture and friendly people, not to mention good beer.

Just found this on the internet - somebody has recreated the Burgomeister's Mansion in Minecraft.

http://www.planetminecraft.com/project/warhammer-the-burgomeisters-mansion/
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgomeister Minecraft Video - Updated 01/08/14
Post by: Bishmeister on August 16, 2014, 10:06:34 AM
Celestial acolyte from Hurricanum.


(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/399a908f-2207-4cfb-b51d-8a36948f1d9e_zps50b790fb.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/399a908f-2207-4cfb-b51d-8a36948f1d9e_zps50b790fb.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1060019_zpsc216f3e9.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/P1060019_zpsc216f3e9.jpg.html)

Also came across a grey wizard sculpture in Vienna, would be nice to make this as a mini.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1050755_zpsdc6dc844.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/P1050755_zpsdc6dc844.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: Zak on August 16, 2014, 01:14:29 PM
 :icon_eek: NICE!!!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on August 16, 2014, 08:05:09 PM
The Acolyte robes are superb!  Wow.
 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: Victor on August 17, 2014, 11:38:53 AM
Fantastic work on those robes!

Glad you enjoyed your stay in Vienna - the Altdorf of the real world.  :-D
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: Grizzled Hochlander on August 17, 2014, 11:46:38 AM
That is a mind bogglingly good job on those robes! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: Bishmeister on August 20, 2014, 05:23:56 PM
Thanks folks.
I had a go at a light wizard. I tried to maintain mostly white on this mini and went for an ivory to fit in with the rest of my army.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/e36d5270537ac4f85de1072165041518_zpsf90d11e1.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/b4413cef6d3ee7c5d1dc67f8fe42f32e_zps1cfe7ff7.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: steveb on August 20, 2014, 06:29:03 PM
dang that is a fine looking wizard! I always love monochrome figures when they are well done and this one fits the bill to a T.  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: Zak on August 20, 2014, 06:44:23 PM
beautiful  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: somegeezer on August 20, 2014, 08:12:16 PM
I love this! My light wizard stalled on my failure to do a neutral white. So far I've done ~90 infantry with at least some off-white so it presents no fear to me. You've inspired me to have a second go.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: Albrecht Hexenjaeger on August 21, 2014, 01:09:20 AM
Always inspiring and amazing work!  :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: Douchie on August 21, 2014, 10:03:06 AM
lovely work as always, the ivory wizard is very subtle and effective.

what's next?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: mottdon on August 21, 2014, 01:29:55 PM
That's great!  What color wash did you use on his robes?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Celestial Wizard - Updated 16/08/14
Post by: Bishmeister on August 24, 2014, 09:40:10 PM
That's great!  What color wash did you use on his robes?

No wash, I used a base od rakarth flesh and 'blended' up to pure white.

Thank you for all the fantastic support and encouragement, this is why I love this forum.

And this is why I love The Empire miniature range. Finally made my general, a kitbash of 22 different Empire parts and minimal greenstuffing.
I can't wait to paint this bad boy.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1060034_zpsd1ab5060.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/P1060034_zpsd1ab5060.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/P1060035_zps36ac08fd.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/P1060035_zps36ac08fd.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Kitbash - updated 24/08/14
Post by: Syn Ace on August 25, 2014, 07:25:52 AM
Love all your stuff. Wish I had a quarter of your skill and creativity.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Kitbash - updated 24/08/14
Post by: Your Mother on August 25, 2014, 11:42:23 AM
The helmet on the cherub is a nice touch.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Kitbash - updated 24/08/14
Post by: Syphon on August 26, 2014, 05:14:45 PM
You are still a maniacal maniac with all this modeling you're doing. Good job!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Kitbash - updated 24/08/14
Post by: Bishmeister on August 27, 2014, 05:50:58 AM
Cheers peeps.
I'm really enjoying painting this mini, here's some WIP, white complete.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/adb65bf2f1ea0f4f3c6b5a597fbd53fe_zps3a2c2ff5.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/a0f58b4f3f7b59e4071ef2e3d8f44fac_zps7091f3c3.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Kitbash - updated 24/08/14
Post by: Naitsabes on August 27, 2014, 06:59:56 AM
neat! the white looks great.

I can't quite figure out the model. The owl sits on the guys' shoulder and the clockwork baby sits on the owl? or is it hovering?

also, I find the cod piece and what it implies rather disturbing :ph34r:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Kitbash - updated 24/08/14
Post by: Zak on August 27, 2014, 02:49:57 PM
 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Kitbash - updated 24/08/14
Post by: Kirgan on August 29, 2014, 05:01:03 PM
OWL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Kitbash - updated 24/08/14
Post by: Scaramuzza on August 31, 2014, 04:03:50 PM
Just amazing... :biggriin:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Kitbash - updated 24/08/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on August 31, 2014, 06:29:15 PM
Your general looks amazing! Can't wait to see it finished!!!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Kitbash - updated 24/08/14
Post by: Bishmeister on September 06, 2014, 07:56:02 PM
Cheers folks

neat! the white looks great.

I can't quite figure out the model. The owl sits on the guys' shoulder and the clockwork baby sits on the owl? or is it hovering?

also, I find the cod piece and what it implies rather disturbing :ph34r:

The owl is on the generals hat and the cherub is hovering

The finished general, I really enjoyed painting this model.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/769ca3a43dce921d80097eccf9ca7dcc_zps93f3aa30.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/1643fba2a2c1b141e802af7a3af5c266_zps39759119.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/91a1989878814bca0725e2337eb5b2e3_zpsce149fbc.jpg)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/f281ca44a1440de022639693c8b7a839_zpse8fb2ebb.jpg)

More rank and file next.

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Finished - updated 06/09/14
Post by: Shadespyre on September 06, 2014, 09:06:52 PM
Very nice, I like how the hat, owl and cherub balance out the improbably large hammer. Love your whites, too.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Finished - updated 06/09/14
Post by: Zak on September 07, 2014, 01:36:56 AM
 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Finished - updated 06/09/14
Post by: Pipinator on September 07, 2014, 02:53:00 AM
Fantastic work mate!! :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:

In particualr, the white on the coat and the the way you've kit bash the mini is simply stunning!!

Can't wait to see more!!

Cheers,

Pip. :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Finished - updated 06/09/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on September 07, 2014, 07:34:54 AM
The white coat looks amazing! How did you achieve the 'velvety' effect? You mentioned 22 different parts ... where is the coat from?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Finished - updated 06/09/14
Post by: errantgamer on September 07, 2014, 07:22:09 PM
I believe the coat is from the Outriders kit.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Finished - updated 06/09/14
Post by: ColonialRaptor on September 13, 2014, 12:08:04 AM
Hey there dude,

I've recently been trying to do a similar job with the quartering of the exact banners that you've used for a lot of your standards and I find that I have such a difficult time with the quartering... is there some kind of advice you can give me to help me with cutting the banner into quarters the way you have so successfully?

Also, you seem to get so much done so quickly? I'm trying to speed up my painting time but it doesn't seem possible to me... maybe I'm just slow!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - General Finished - updated 06/09/14
Post by: Bishmeister on September 15, 2014, 07:45:22 AM
Cheers folks.
I believe the coat is from the Outriders kit.
The coat is the outrider captain's, but it has been shortened and the sword arm removed.

Hey there dude,

I've recently been trying to do a similar job with the quartering of the exact banners that you've used for a lot of your standards and I find that I have such a difficult time with the quartering... is there some kind of advice you can give me to help me with cutting the banner into quarters the way you have so successfully?

Also, you seem to get so much done so quickly? I'm trying to speed up my painting time but it doesn't seem possible to me... maybe I'm just slow!

Use a ruler and measure the middle on each edge of the banner. Then use masking tape to create the straight line. Pencil along this line and remove tape before painting. The tape will follow any curves. Hope this helps.

I have finally finished my Halberdier regiment, all 24 with a captain. This elevation of the Burgomeister's mansion is now complete.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/0aac76c6e3084e34c88a18038dc452b2_zps706f64ac.jpg)

Now working on some characters.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier regiment Finished - updated 15/09/14
Post by: Irishzero on September 15, 2014, 08:36:35 AM
Love your work Bud, you really do a good job with this army, if you ever get tired of it your more than welcome to ship it off to Sweden  :::cheers:::

Ah characters, I also need to do a lot of Characters I realized as well as wizards.. :eusa_wall:

Also really like the banners you do, you´re very good on freehand! 
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier regiment Finished - updated 15/09/14
Post by: Zak on September 15, 2014, 01:19:19 PM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier regiment Finished - updated 15/09/14
Post by: Evil_Penguin918 on September 15, 2014, 07:03:42 PM
Hey Bish,

I've just got one quick question if you don't mind answering it.

I started a Reikland army a year or two ago and only recently started getting confident with painting.

My biggest problem is painting 'clean' whites. How did you accomplish that result on your captain?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Halberdier regiment Finished - updated 15/09/14
Post by: Bishmeister on September 22, 2014, 06:56:58 AM
Thank you for the compliment folks.

Hey Bish,

I've just got one quick question if you don't mind answering it.

I started a Reikland army a year or two ago and only recently started getting confident with painting.

My biggest problem is painting 'clean' whites. How did you accomplish that result on your captain?

To paint a clean warm white, the captain's coat for example, I start with Rakarth white, paint agrax earthshade into the deepest creases only using a fine brush. Then mix 50:50 rakarth white with pallid witch flesh, then pallid witch flesh. Then edge highlight with 50:50 pallid witch flesh and white scar. I very rarely use pure white. This can be mostly layered although some areas required wet blending for a smooth transition. Good luck.

I have been painting character models recently and have very much enjoyed the break from rank and file.
I have started using image shack, does anyone know how I can make the images appear larger on the page?


(http://i.imgur.com/LV33LoX.jpg)

The scribe
(http://i.imgur.com/CCmOVMS.jpg)

The merchant
(http://i.imgur.com/WhLNZVE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qaifRqs.jpg)


The monkey bodyguard
(http://i.imgur.com/jTWzTI7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/3hyrtu8.jpg)

The engineer
(http://i.imgur.com/x4o3IHo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/K0CsLVH.jpg)

And an archer for the rabble
(http://i.imgur.com/4g8SFBK.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Characters - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Evil_Penguin918 on September 22, 2014, 01:06:02 PM
Thanks a bundle for the painting advice! I'll give this a go when I get home

Not sure how helpful you'll find this, but I use imgur for all my pictures, they seem to last a long time & i've never had problems with picture scale.

Thanks again!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Characters - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Bishmeister on September 22, 2014, 06:45:03 PM
Thanks Evil_Penguin918 for the image advice.

Ever since I saw the Demigryph artwork I thought they were awesome.
(http://i.imgur.com/NwGOJay.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jdOaRoJ.jpg)

When the models came out I thought they were cool but I thought that they were a bit on the small side and not quite so fantastical.
So my next project when Warhammer Fest has been and gone and I have finished my entry I will be working on these bad boys.
I am still undecided whether to sculpt big cat front legs, leave them with the bird legs or have a mixture in the unit. These will have rear barding added also.

(http://i.imgur.com/itmadKt.jpg)

I will have a unit of six and one with a hero on making a total of seven. These are gonna take some time but I'm pretty excited to be getting back on the modelling vibe again.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: mottdon on September 22, 2014, 07:32:02 PM
Hmmm.  This will be interesting to watch.  I'm not quite sure I'm seeing it just yet.  How will they fit on a standard Demigryph Base?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Zak on September 22, 2014, 07:43:37 PM
 :icon_eek: huge!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Lateksimajava on September 22, 2014, 08:20:28 PM
Great job with the merchant and scribe (and monkey!!)


But the "demi"gryphs... This is madness.  ::heretic::

"Madness...? THIS IS OSTLAND!!"
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Naitsabes on September 23, 2014, 04:04:13 AM
wow, the "not so demi"-gryphs are going to be quite something. looking forward to seeing you progress on that project.

...and I like how the monkey is peaking through the shield. he's got the right deer-in-the-headlight expression
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Cam on September 23, 2014, 05:07:22 AM
Wow those Demigryphs will be quite impressive. Must be one of the most expensive Demigryph alternatives out there...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Irishzero on September 23, 2014, 09:02:54 AM
I can not agree more with the previous speakers, this is going to be awesome.

The mere size of that unit of 7 "demis" coming against you and the field will send the opponent fleeing. They are indeed HUGE!
If you are a bit low on cash right now after the 7 of them I can give you a shameful offer on some of your other lovely units  :wink: :evil:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Bishmeister on September 23, 2014, 05:38:59 PM
Cheers folks, I am pretty excited about this project.

Wow those Demigryphs will be quite impressive. Must be one of the most expensive Demigryph alternatives out there...

I was lucky enough to pick these up cheaper than normal Demigryphs.

Hmmm.  This will be interesting to watch.  I'm not quite sure I'm seeing it just yet.  How will they fit on a standard Demigryph Base?

These just fit on Demigryph bases with a bit of ingenuity.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Albrecht Hexenjaeger on September 24, 2014, 02:34:01 AM
DA-YUM!!!  :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy: :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: George on September 24, 2014, 04:53:32 AM
Now that's a crazy idea....i love it.
I think you should have a crack at sculpting the front legs...even if only to get some different poses.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Kirgan on September 29, 2014, 12:29:20 PM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph Alternatives WIP - updated 22/09/14
Post by: Bishmeister on October 03, 2014, 05:30:47 AM
Thank you folks.
I finally have obtained some Ostland shields to finished my swordsmen unit. These shields make such a differene.

(http://i.imgur.com/Bhs818o.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/z6ezaef.jpg)

The finished Halberdiers.

(http://i.imgur.com/15Rwau1.jpg)

The Greatswords

(http://i.imgur.com/EieOhB4.jpg)

And their respective banners

(http://i.imgur.com/bDLFo5N.jpg)



I also took a first army shot, all models completed apart from the stank.


(http://i.imgur.com/XqIYhI2.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/9cRgjLC.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/P3hqSSJ.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/6qxTaDM.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/MM5Xszc.jpg)




Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Full army shot - updated 03/10/14
Post by: Hauptmann Gustl on October 03, 2014, 07:43:51 AM
Superb banners and flags - true empire art!  :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: And a really nice collection of models. Now I am looking forward to seeing the griffons.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Full army shot - updated 03/10/14
Post by: Sir_Chris on October 03, 2014, 10:08:43 AM
Your thread was the reason I have joined this forum...and you show very impressive that I was not wrong!
Absolutely fantastic army!! Makes me jeallous and very happy to have hollidays to start working on my own army a bit more :)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Full army shot - updated 03/10/14
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on October 04, 2014, 08:53:59 PM
Wonderful!!! Love those banners!
 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Full army shot - updated 03/10/14
Post by: DonJulio on October 05, 2014, 03:35:33 AM
Its looking awaome! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Full army shot - updated 03/10/14
Post by: Vauln on October 05, 2014, 04:16:55 AM
Really great army, the banners are the real deal. Not so sure about the terracotta Steam Tank though.  :unsure:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Full army shot - updated 03/10/14
Post by: Bishmeister on October 05, 2014, 07:27:38 AM
Thanks folks.

Your thread was the reason I have joined this forum...and you show very impressive that I was not wrong!
Absolutely fantastic army!! Makes me jeallous and very happy to have hollidays to start working on my own army a bit more :)


That's high praise, thank you. Good luck with your army, I look forward to seeing your army pics.

The terracotta tank is being painted rusty first then I will add some standard Ostland colours for a weather beaten look.

Came across these light cavalry WIP from Perry Miniatures. https://www.facebook.com/perryminiatures

(http://i.imgur.com/mnI5Q5E.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/1qJ9ZZM.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/F9Y3mQS.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/2B5bmtY.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Perry Miniatures - updated 05/10/14
Post by: b0007452 on October 05, 2014, 09:40:07 AM
Just caught up on what I've missed over the last couple of months and it's all fabulous.

In particular I like the acolytes robes, the light wizard and all of the banners.

The merchant far outdoes my own attempt also :blush:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Perry Miniatures - updated 05/10/14
Post by: Booah on October 05, 2014, 03:44:07 PM
Those demigryphs are gonna be awesome, can't wait to see them modelled up. And the army looks great. The black and white with touches of red looks really effective
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Perry Miniatures - updated 05/10/14
Post by: madeinitaly1 on October 05, 2014, 04:50:28 PM
Your army looks awesome!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Perry Miniatures - updated 05/10/14
Post by: DariusZero on October 05, 2014, 06:36:54 PM
Love the banners, I also like how you positioned your state troops, they look like a proffesional army.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Perry Miniatures - updated 05/10/14
Post by: ColonialRaptor on October 06, 2014, 12:03:32 AM
My god... what an amazing army! So incredible I'm almost speechless.  That massive custom Greatswords Banner is just SICK... I mean seriously... who thinks of adding on those extra parts on the sides and achieves it so damn well... SICK !
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Perry Miniatures - updated 05/10/14
Post by: Bishmeister on October 06, 2014, 06:57:41 AM
Cheers folks for the kind words and encouragement.

Warhammer fest is fast approaching and I will be entering the Mansion with the army into the open competition. It was intended to be entered into the Armies on Parade category but this no longer exists. So i have removed all the bases and pinned the 125 models of the army. Now I have to attach them to the model.

The drunken gunners in the rear.
(http://i.imgur.com/li8WO7s.jpg)

Also yesterday I began creating a simple display board to mount the model.

(http://i.imgur.com/879RAwV.jpg) (http://imgur.com/879RAwV)

(http://i.imgur.com/s83Gl5R.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/LCgFo2u.jpg)

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP - updated 06/10/14
Post by: Lateksimajava on October 06, 2014, 02:39:45 PM
Great job with the banners! Just inspirational! Looking forward to see your entry.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP - updated 06/10/14
Post by: Kirgan on October 06, 2014, 04:47:23 PM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP - updated 06/10/14
Post by: steveb on October 06, 2014, 04:49:07 PM
totally awesome does not even begin to cover it.  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP - updated 06/10/14
Post by: somegeezer on October 06, 2014, 05:11:24 PM
As ever, this is truly superb.  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP - updated 06/10/14
Post by: Jon Kerr on October 07, 2014, 02:26:00 PM
I love this blog- I've been following the army closely on Twitter but it's great to see all the pictures in one place!

Crazy excited to see how those not-so-Demi-gryphs turn out! That might just be THE most EPIC unit I've ever seen!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP - updated 06/10/14
Post by: mr chumley warner on October 07, 2014, 03:29:10 PM
Some sort of epic grand designs warhammer going on  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP - updated 06/10/14
Post by: Shadespyre on October 07, 2014, 06:18:45 PM
This is going to be made of pure win!  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP - updated 06/10/14
Post by: Bishmeister on October 09, 2014, 05:16:50 AM
Thaks for the encouragement folks.

Here's the display board, WIP and almost finished (just need more tufts) pics.

(http://i.imgur.com/s83Gl5R.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/LCgFo2u.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/nLX8dWK.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/wvO4nzb.jpg)

I am happy with the red tiles, they help to make the white stone look whiter. Thie construction of the display board went incredibly smoothly, i had all the pieces in my garage and there were no hitches in it's creation.
Not much time left now for Warhammer Fest.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP almost there - updated 09/10/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on October 09, 2014, 05:54:07 AM
Your blog has been one of my favourites ever since you posted your very first pic. Excellent work!  :eusa_clap: Keep us posted!

Have you ever thought about posting tutorials on terrain building? I'd love to read them and learn more about the way you make these awesome buildings.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP almost there - updated 09/10/14
Post by: harv on October 14, 2014, 07:41:45 PM
Yeah would love a more in-depth guide to how you did the red stone floors and other things  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Warhammer Fest WIP almost there - updated 09/10/14
Post by: Bishmeister on October 14, 2014, 09:12:21 PM
Well folks the Burgomeister's Mansion was completed at the weekend. I managed to get some final touches finished for Warhammer Fest Golden Demon 2014. I needed to add a title to the work so I came up with the idea of the Burgomeister sending Nagash a personal message saying, 'Nagash, we are ready, we are Ostland!' In the form of a small scroll sealed with wax.

(http://i.imgur.com/C9fOOUb.jpg)

I think it turned out well. I also like the fact that the Bugomeister with his body guard monkey is standing out front waiting for Nagash.

(http://i.imgur.com/HL95DWq.jpg)

So here is the finished model just before packing it up for the 160 mile journey to Warhammer Fest.

(http://i.imgur.com/BohJBJw.jpg)

I had to come up with a way to protect the model fort he journey so I turned it into a space marine drop pod.

(http://i.imgur.com/XudBB3U.jpg)

Then added some bubble wrap for good measure

(http://i.imgur.com/mGbPx0c.jpg)

I left at 6am, drove for 3 hours and it made the journey without a scratch. I set it up at the venue and viewed the other enties, some outstanding work on show, unbelievable skills.

I entered the open competition as this was the only category I was eligible for. This was a toughy as this was the only category that GW staff could enter.

So the winners were announced at the end of the day and I was amazed to have one a bronze Golden Demon. This is the first time I have entered the Golden Demon and have to say that I am still buzzing from the result and probably will be for a very long time.

(http://i.imgur.com/ZdP42cN.jpg)

This was not only a victory for me but also for the community of this forum. Sure it sounds cheesy but it's true. Without all the encouragement and positivity I really don't think I would have managed to see the entire 5 year project through. I'm lucky to be a member of this forum. Thank you.




Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Victor on October 14, 2014, 11:23:31 PM
Congratulations! A more than well deserved 3rd place! Personally I think your project would have deserved not only a golden demon, but also the slayer sword, to honour the time investment, dedication, dimensions and quality of your project!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Naitsabes on October 14, 2014, 11:29:17 PM
Congrats :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
well deserved.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Vauln on October 14, 2014, 11:52:38 PM
 :eusa_clap: :::cheers::: :eusa_clap:

Wow, the final product is incredible! I am not surprised that you won. I would really like to see what got silver and gold, wow.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Bugenhagen on October 15, 2014, 12:08:09 AM
Truly inspiring work. I can't imagine what piece of scenery possibly could have been better than that. I'm callin bullshit!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: arjunstc on October 15, 2014, 02:12:02 AM
 :icon_eek:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Siberius on October 15, 2014, 02:17:22 AM
The griffon flying round the tower makes it for me. It's just exactly the kind of epic detail you normally only can see in illustration. To see it done physically is pretty amazing.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Booah on October 15, 2014, 05:57:36 AM
Many congratulations on the result, I'm just gutted I went on the Saturday so was unable to see it up close.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on October 15, 2014, 08:21:13 AM
Congratulations, Bishmeister! I'm not surprised either. Your work is incredible and you so deserve that award!  :eusa_clap:

What are you going to do next?

Whatever your next project is, I'd love to see WIP pics.  :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Irishzero on October 15, 2014, 09:46:38 AM
Congrats man!!!!!!  :eusa_clap:You do some amazing work, and that you do Ostland has been one of the major inspiration for my own army. Keep it up and inspire me yo continue my own work as well.  :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :::cheers:::

And As I said before, if you get tired of some of the guys in the army, just send them to me, my border army could use the extra hands  :icon_wink:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: somegeezer on October 15, 2014, 11:01:09 AM
As soon as I read you'd entered I expected the tale would end in a prize. Thoroughly well-deserved. This project is outstanding; enjoy the glory!  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Oxycutor on October 15, 2014, 11:42:48 AM
I bet it was bigger than everything else there by a long way.   Congratulations on getting an award.  Should be Gold though!

Warhammer Visions would be worth getting to see this featured.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Sig on October 15, 2014, 12:10:32 PM
Gold and silver must be astonishing. Congratulations on having your work recognised, it really is the finest work this forum has ever seen.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: steveb on October 15, 2014, 02:21:33 PM
I am truly impressed.  The acknowledgement of your peers gives a validation to everything you have achieved.  without a doubt you are a skilled master craftsman, not just a painter, or a builder/converter, but the whole package wrapped up in one.  Well desrved congratulations.  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: mottdon on October 15, 2014, 03:02:01 PM
Congrats!  Well deserved!  Your attention to detail is beyond anything else that I've seen!  You get Gold in my book!   :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Midaski on October 15, 2014, 04:18:08 PM
It's hard to imagine anything beating it Bish. Congratulations,

I suppose we might be slightly biased here as the subject is empire releated though.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Hauptmann Gustl on October 15, 2014, 04:24:38 PM
The bigger, the better! Congrats!  :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: b0007452 on October 15, 2014, 06:44:09 PM
Awesome work mate.

I can't wait to see what is next!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Shadespyre on October 15, 2014, 07:26:24 PM
Well done, well deserved.

Can't help thinking that sheer size and audacity counted against you for silver or gold, you wonder if judges start looking for flaws a bit harder when they see an "obvious" contender!

I don't know that we can claim much credit, but I'm sure we're all very pleased for you and proud of you!  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Ursa Doom on October 15, 2014, 07:31:10 PM
It's an amazing piece. :Ohmy:

Congratulation on your well earned price.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: errantgamer on October 15, 2014, 07:41:46 PM
Simply incredible and well deserved  :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers:::

... now top it!!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: jimbeanie on October 15, 2014, 09:36:29 PM
Congratulations! You really deserve it. Can't wait to see your stuff in a white dwarf. You've done the community proud.  :biggriin:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: George on October 16, 2014, 03:52:29 AM
Stunning.
Its great to see all your hardwork get acknowledged.....and deservingly so.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Lateksimajava on October 16, 2014, 08:07:05 AM
Great job! Could you please post some 100 more pics of the entry - I think I could look it forever...  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Grendel083 on October 16, 2014, 09:32:51 AM
Any idea where we might see photos of the other entries?

This thread shows some amazing work, and if other entries are on the same level I'd love to see them!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on October 16, 2014, 09:42:26 AM
What Lateksimajava und Grendel083 said.  :-D

And I'd still love to see tutorials on this forum to learn from your terrain building skills.  :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on October 16, 2014, 10:30:26 AM
So very well deserved!!
Congratulations.  That is truly a stunning piece.  I don't think I had realized how big it was until I saw the photos of you packing it.  Wow!!!

Hats off to you!
 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Golden Demon 2014 - updated 14/10/14
Post by: Bishmeister on October 16, 2014, 06:08:54 PM
Such kind words from you all, thank you so much. This is why this is the best Warhammer forum on the internet for me.

I am more than happy to pass on my skills in some part of this forum. In the workshop would be the best place but it would good to get it 'stickied' so it was always visible. I will be working on more terrain in the future and I would like to share the techniques used with you all. If anyone on this forum knows who to organise this with please PM me.

I have been doing so much painting recently that I have an itch to do some more modelling. So it's back to the demigryph alternatives.

Armature for the legs complete. The measurements were taken from the smaller demigryph model, the larger demigryph is 1.5 times larger.

(http://i.imgur.com/FnmUilW.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/eBea0Ql.jpg)

Next is blocking out the limbs with green stuff and starting to sculpt muscle and details. Lots more work to go yet, it's been a long time since I have used green stuff on this scale.

(http://i.imgur.com/veCKqSV.jpg)

This will be the test demigryph to see how I get on. If I get the painting itch again soon I will be painting artillery.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph alternative WIP - updated 16/10/14
Post by: Shadespyre on October 16, 2014, 08:27:07 PM
Great to see those armature pics, I think it's really important for people to see that this sort of work is "just" wire and greenstuff (and talent and practice of course!) at the end of the day. Hopefully that will encourage others to take the plunge from bits bashing to the next step. My own "sculpting" level has reached the level of connecting bits with wire and then filling in the gaps, every WIP I see helps me along a bit, so thanks.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph alternative WIP - updated 16/10/14
Post by: anvalous on October 22, 2014, 02:05:57 AM
To echo Shadespyre, the process pics are very valuable.  They provide great inspiration and hints, even in those who are bold (foolish?) to try major efforts like this.  I can't wait to see the final result.

Good luck!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Demigryph alternative WIP - updated 16/10/14
Post by: Bishmeister on October 27, 2014, 01:45:04 PM
Cheers guys.
I'm currently taking a break from the Empire at the moment.
I have been making some resin forest bases for my Forest Night Goblins , Beastmen and Wood Elf armies.
They took a fair amount of work but now all I have to do is cast and paint them. I wanted to have a fairly dense looking dead forest in the regiments.

(http://i.imgur.com/0g9qKiJ.jpg)

And model eye view.
(http://i.imgur.com/hBRCxgz.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made resin forest bases - updated 27/10/14
Post by: mousekiller on October 27, 2014, 03:14:25 PM
Wow, those bases are stunning.  The leg work on that griffon is spot on, can't wait to see more.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made resin forest bases - updated 27/10/14
Post by: mottdon on October 27, 2014, 03:21:13 PM
Oh, wow!  C'mon, how'd you do those trees?  They look amazing!  Right down to the leaves on the ground.  Is that ground cover tea leaves?  I heard that makes good forest ground cover.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made resin forest bases - updated 27/10/14
Post by: Midaski on October 27, 2014, 04:03:11 PM
Slow down Bish - I'm still trying to make greenery from that tip you gave last year on the plastic shrub decorative balls.  :engel:

Can you cast those bases in one piece with that depth of tree stump?
I was looking at what Weib had done in her resin casting thread and most of her stuff looked quite flat/thin.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made resin forest bases - updated 27/10/14
Post by: Zak on October 27, 2014, 06:33:14 PM
 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made resin forest bases - updated 27/10/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on October 27, 2014, 06:48:52 PM
These bases are great! :eusa_clap:

Do you have WIP pics? Which materials do you use for casting?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made resin forest bases - updated 27/10/14
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on October 28, 2014, 03:00:22 PM
Fantastic!  Can't wait to see how you pose the goblins on them!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Home made resin forest bases - updated 27/10/14
Post by: Bishmeister on October 28, 2014, 07:11:08 PM
Cheers folks.
Oh, wow!  C'mon, how'd you do those trees?  They look amazing!  Right down to the leaves on the ground.  Is that ground cover tea leaves?  I heard that makes good forest ground cover.
The leaves are maples leaves from my garden, dried out, crushed by rubbing my hands together with the leaves into a sieve (sieve has 2mm gaps). The bits are then collected in a tub and used like flock. For the best effect collect as many different coloured leaves. Very cheap, quick and very effective.

Slow down Bish - I'm still trying to make greenery from that tip you gave last year on the plastic shrub decorative balls.  :engel:

Can you cast those bases in one piece with that depth of tree stump?
I was looking at what Weib had done in her resin casting thread and most of her stuff looked quite flat/thin.


These are cast in one piece, you just have to avoid the undercuts.

These bases are great! :eusa_clap:

Do you have WIP pics? Which materials do you use for casting?

I use fast cast polyurethane resin, not very friendly to humans and must be used in a well ventilated room or outside. It also vents off for a few days after.
The trees are real twigs with blue tac, I had no green stuff, to make the base of the trunks taper. Real stones used for rocks, all fungi has been sculpted on using green stuff and then the bases embellished with skulls, leaves etc.

(http://i.imgur.com/jteevSJ.jpg)

Fantastic!  Can't wait to see how you pose the goblins on them!

Some pics with goblins WIP
(http://i.imgur.com/D4KlSif.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/SYSZiFt.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/OCK4j1t.jpg)



Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Forest bases with night goblins- updated 28/10/14
Post by: Zak on October 28, 2014, 07:44:27 PM
 :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Forest bases with night goblins- updated 28/10/14
Post by: The Ol Perfesser on October 28, 2014, 11:08:46 PM
Oh that's really a fun looking unit!!!
Congrats!!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Forest bases with night goblins- updated 28/10/14
Post by: Lateksimajava on October 29, 2014, 08:04:51 AM
Impressive use of real wood! Totally going to try some of that out. I think that's one of the most useful wip photos I've ever seen.  :::cheers:::

But seriously, night goblins? It's going to take about 20 years just to make bases to them :D
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Forest bases with night goblins- updated 28/10/14
Post by: mottdon on October 29, 2014, 05:42:53 PM
Awesome!  I've never even thought about doing the crushed leaf thing!  Duh!  Seems so simple...  Well this is a good time of year to do it! 

The goblins look awesome!  Just how many are you going to do like that?   :icon_twisted:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Forest bases with night goblins- updated 28/10/14
Post by: Warhammer-Weib on October 29, 2014, 06:02:01 PM
Excellent work, Bish!  :eusa_clap: Thank you for the WIP pics.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - indiegogo plastic landsknecht - updated 3/11/14
Post by: Bishmeister on November 03, 2014, 07:25:13 AM
Cheers folks.
The army will tale a while as I have approximately 400 goblins. All of them will have these style bases, I will be making unit filler bases.

I came across this on the internet, great looking plastic Empire style troops on indiegogo
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/plastic-landsknecht-box

(http://i.imgur.com/vNLa44o.jpg) (http://imgur.com/vNLa44o)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Forest bases with night goblins- updated 28/10/14
Post by: mousekiller on November 03, 2014, 07:34:56 AM
Loving the style on those gobbos, will be a sight to have a 400 strong army staring you down.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - plastic Landsknechts indiegogo- updated 03/11/14
Post by: Darknight on November 03, 2014, 08:57:46 PM
Everyone is already hella-jacked about the Pro-Gloria crowdfunding! :)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - plastic Landsknechts indiegogo- updated 03/11/14
Post by: takenoko on November 03, 2014, 11:09:30 PM
Everything you do is gold, these gobbos being no exception. I love the bases!

Also: Us needs those Landsknechts! They are so beautiful! Is pro-gloria on scale with GW, or are they more like perry? I've never seen any of their models IRL... No that it really matters, I need a spear horde of those!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - plastic Landsknechts indiegogo- updated 03/11/14
Post by: thorimm on November 03, 2014, 11:15:47 PM
This is one of the gems of W-E. Lovely army, and *grumble grumble* lovely Grobi. Would love to put my axe into those.

Also: Us needs those Landsknechts! They are so beautiful! Is pro-gloria on scale with GW, or are they more like perry? I've never seen any of their models IRL... No that it really matters, I need a spear horde of those!
They're more on scale with GW (6th) then the historic competitors. Also heroic proportions.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - plastic Landsknechts indiegogo- updated 03/11/14
Post by: takenoko on November 03, 2014, 11:22:00 PM
Brilliant, most of my stuff is 6th anyways! Will have to sign up tomorrow...
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - plastic Landsknechts indiegogo- updated 03/11/14
Post by: Midaski on November 04, 2014, 10:23:23 AM
There has been much discussion, and input from Pro Gloria, in the Counts Tavern - Other Manufacturers thread.

Individual photos and greens, and size comparisons.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - plastic Landsknechts indiegogo- updated 03/11/14
Post by: Mightymatt88 on November 07, 2014, 09:51:34 AM
Bishmeister, can I just say I am completely in awe of your work! I've been lurking here for a while now, and I just can't fathom how someone can be so good at painting both miniatures and terrain! My miniatures are fairly average, but my buildings always look awful. I just can't paint anything with a large  surface area. Anyway, keep up the amazing work, you're inspiring me to paint!

Gotta get me some of those Pro-Gloria guys too... to add to my pile of unpainted plastic!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - plastic Landsknechts indiegogo- updated 03/11/14
Post by: Bishmeister on November 17, 2014, 04:55:57 PM
Thanks for the positivity folks.

Bishmeister, can I just say I am completely in awe of your work! I've been lurking here for a while now, and I just can't fathom how someone can be so good at painting both miniatures and terrain! My miniatures are fairly average, but my buildings always look awful. I just can't paint anything with a large  surface area. Anyway, keep up the amazing work, you're inspiring me to paint!

Gotta get me some of those Pro-Gloria guys too... to add to my pile of unpainted plastic!

Thank you. I'm glad you're no longer a lurker, you will find inspiration on many blogs on this forum, also much encouragement from its members.

Loving the style on those gobbos, will be a sight to have a 400 strong army staring you down.

I'm closer to that goal now. Just to note, your night goblin army has been one of the armies that inspired me to revisit my night goblins, so thank you for the inspiration.

I will be starting a new blog on this forum, it will be called Bishmeister's Night Goblins, hope this is OK being an Empire forum. I will be revisiting my Ostland army from time to time also.

I have managed to finish a unit of 20 blue squig herders, i intend to have two units of fifty.

(http://i.imgur.com/4uBJaI7.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/COyBLW4.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/d6bXvrX.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/49nTA7O.jpg)

The next update will be in my new blog when I have a chance to get my thoughts down for the army.
Comments always appreciated.




Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Night Goblin squig Herder Unit - updated 17/11/14
Post by: Bishmeister on July 01, 2015, 01:31:00 PM
I took a trip to Warhammer World at the weekend to install the Burgomeister's Mansion in the Golden Demon Winners section of the exhibition hall. It was a great day, meeting all the other winners, some of the 'Eavy Metal team and the guys that created all the amazing displays in the exhibition. It's well worth a visit if you get the chance. I also had the chance to discuss my entry with John Blanche, he's such a gentleman.

Here's a pic of my entry on the GW website advertising the exhibition.

(http://i.imgur.com/l1c7A2Z.jpg)

I'm very proud to be a part of this event.
Thank you all for all the support and encouragement I recieved from this forums members during this project that never seemed to end.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - The Burgomeister's Mansion is at Warhammer World - updated 01/07/
Post by: steveb on July 01, 2015, 03:46:37 PM
You do the empire and this forum proud, thank you for raising the bar of excellence.  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - The Burgomeister's Mansion is at Warhammer World - updated 01/07/
Post by: Oxycutor on July 01, 2015, 07:35:26 PM
Now that would be a reason to visit!  How long will it be displayed for?

Sent from my thingamajig via wadyamacallit

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - The Burgomeister's Mansion is at Warhammer World - updated 01/07/
Post by: mottdon on July 01, 2015, 07:52:55 PM
Bravo!   :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - The Burgomeister's Mansion is at Warhammer World - updated 01/07/
Post by: Zak on July 01, 2015, 08:10:03 PM
awesome sir  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - The Burgomeister's Mansion is at Warhammer World - updated 01/07/
Post by: rourke on July 02, 2015, 09:16:30 AM
I love those goblins, they really are great.
I especially like how each one is an individual with a different weapon.

I saw your mansion at Salute, it was amazing, cool that its displayed at warhammer world, nice work!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - The Burgomeister's Mansion is at Warhammer World - updated 01/07/
Post by: Midaski on July 02, 2015, 03:48:11 PM

I saw your mansion at Salute, it was amazing, cool that its displayed at warhammer world, nice work!

It was at Salute - how the hell did I miss that?
Were you there too Bish?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - The Burgomeister's Mansion is at Warhammer World - updated 01/07/
Post by: mr chumley warner on July 02, 2015, 05:38:56 PM
Ok this is amazing!

PS = Did John Blanche ask about me??

 ::heretic::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - The Burgomeister's Mansion is at Warhammer World - updated 01/07/
Post by: Kirgan on July 03, 2015, 06:14:46 AM
 :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :::cheers::: :happy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - The Burgomeister's Mansion is at Warhammer World - updated 01/07/
Post by: Bishmeister on July 06, 2015, 05:28:23 AM
Thanks guys, much appreciated.
The model will be at Warhammer World until the beginning of September.
The model and I were both at Salute, not sure how you missed it Midaski, it's quite big.

I'm currently still working away on my Night Goblin Army commitment, however I picked up a copy of the latest White Dwarf and it had a free model stuck to it. I could not believe the scale of the model, this thing stands head and shoulders above Empire minis, so I just had to butcher it and make it into an Empire model, albeit a rather large one.

I went for an imposing Karl Franz Ascendent.

(http://i.imgur.com/MqjKUbZ.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/oN3nKsj.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/WmOLgip.jpg)

And with some base coats and washes completed.

(http://i.imgur.com/Dr5OiPw.jpg)

I went for a different colour scheme as KF is now a changed man/demigod. I chose the colours to link in with my Ostland army, white = the light, black = the dark and red = the blood of men that separates the good and evil of the world. I will be trying to achieve a bone/ivory white armour effect. You'll notice similarities with my Empire General composition with this model in the use of the cherub and a small pet at his feet, I love incorporating these into models.

Whilst the scale is large I think it works well for a single imposing model and I think it does the reborn Karl Franz justice. I am also sticking with square bases.

Let me know what you think as I also appreciated opinions and advice.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Karl Franz Ascendent - free White Dwarf mini - 06/07/15
Post by: Darknight on July 06, 2015, 09:44:10 AM
Looking good - but needs a bigger hammer!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Karl Franz Ascendent - free White Dwarf mini - 06/07/15
Post by: Reiksguard 1485 on August 08, 2015, 11:35:00 PM
Your army truly is exceptional!

And while I stand by my opinion that the Stormcast Eternals are ugly models, your Karl Franz turns it into a truly beautiful conversion. 

Also, demigryphs! Look forward to seeing them finished.

Inspirational stuff, thanks for sharing.   :smile2:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Karl Franz Ascendent - free White Dwarf mini - 06/07/15
Post by: errantgamer on August 11, 2015, 12:01:59 PM
I was at WW at the weekend and saw your diorama Bishmeister, even better 'in the flesh'! I think your pictures undersell it if such a thing is possible. My friend was blown away by the quality  :::cheers:::

Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Karl Franz Ascendent - free White Dwarf mini - 06/07/15
Post by: Bishmeister on August 11, 2015, 09:02:51 PM
Thanks guys, much appreciated

I was at WW at the weekend and saw your diorama Bishmeister, even better 'in the flesh'! I think your pictures undersell it if such a thing is possible. My friend was blown away by the quality  :::cheers:::



Cheers, it's hard to capture the detail of such a large piece. It's great that you got to see it in the flesh.

Here's some finished pics of my Karl Franz Ascendent.

(http://i.imgur.com/IfV81Z7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/gnmvNyF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vHHOYTz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/q9rX6gp.jpg)

I'm really happy how this model turned out and I ended up winning a painting competition on Twitter to boot.
You can read a critique by pjschard here.
http://paint-hammer.blogspot.co.uk/2015/08/stormcast-redux-inspirational-thoughts.html

I am currently in the process of moving house so I have been dusting and packing all my models, quite a cathartic experience.
I have had many trips up the loft and couldn't resist setting up my 'toy castle', I must get back on this project in the new year.
Thanks for all the positivity, enjoy.

(http://i.imgur.com/DWDiYZg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xIZD55w.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MFFiIE1.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Q6TeDYn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6pbqHlC.jpg)
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Possibly King of the Empire Castles - 11/08/15
Post by: Naitsabes on August 11, 2015, 10:25:45 PM
that is the King of all Castles. Love it!

That Pantheon in the middle is just awesome.

..it does take a real-life mansion to exhibit though :-P
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Possibly King of the Empire Castles - 11/08/15
Post by: errantgamer on August 11, 2015, 10:29:41 PM
By Sigmar!!!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Possibly King of the Empire Castles - 11/08/15
Post by: Hoodling on August 13, 2015, 03:20:36 AM
So magnificent. And it will look so much better when you finally finish it all!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Possibly King of the Empire Castles - 11/08/15
Post by: Zygmund on August 13, 2015, 11:36:51 AM
 :Ohmy:

-Z
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Possibly King of the Empire Castles - 11/08/15
Post by: Syphon on August 13, 2015, 11:39:36 AM
I have a theory that Bish's work made GW go "Okay, we can't ever hope to produce anything this good. Let's pull the plug."
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Possibly King of the Empire Castles - 11/08/15
Post by: Commander Bernhardt on August 13, 2015, 06:05:55 PM
you owe me a new jaw
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Possibly King of the Empire Castles - 11/08/15
Post by: Oxycutor on August 14, 2015, 02:30:56 PM
No amount of exclamation marks would be enough!!!!!!!!!!

PS.  Thread title says "Possibly" King of the Empire Castles.   Possibly?   Like there is any doubt?
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Possibly King of the Empire Castles - 11/08/15
Post by: SpaceCowboy on August 16, 2015, 03:25:37 PM
That castle is crazy!  :ph34r: So awesome, love the Karl Franz Ascended. The Stormcast Eternals with Empire bits looks really nice. 
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Possibly King of the Empire Castles - 11/08/15
Post by: Bishmeister on January 27, 2016, 10:12:44 PM
Thanks folks, such kind words as always, much appreciated.
I have finally  managed to take some decent photos of the Burgomeister's Mansion.
Prepare for some Burgo photo spam.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/IMGP0221_zpszbsjt7yp.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/IMGP0221_zpszbsjt7yp.jpg.html)

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(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/IMGP0108_zpsu5mne0hq.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/IMGP0108_zpsu5mne0hq.jpg.html)

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(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/IMGP0150_zpsle6kw4wc.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/IMGP0150_zpsle6kw4wc.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/IMGP0152_zpsoukdaesi.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/IMGP0152_zpsoukdaesi.jpg.html)

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Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Silvero on January 27, 2016, 10:40:40 PM
Holy Moly! That is the most incredible piece of terrain I have ever seen... :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Oxycutor on January 27, 2016, 11:15:09 PM
...........!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Doc J on January 28, 2016, 12:28:30 AM
Dude its overwhelming to the senses  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Zak on January 28, 2016, 03:35:06 AM
Whoa think I just stroked out!! that is amazing work of art dude ...wow!!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: VonOttenheim on January 28, 2016, 06:24:28 AM
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Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: StealthKnightSteg on January 28, 2016, 07:28:22 AM
Wholy crap!  :icon_eek:
That is some serious work there!

Only thing I wouldn't have done myself is put all the troops stuck on it, though it gives a way better look to it
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Mightymatt88 on January 28, 2016, 09:12:02 AM
Stunning... Just absolutely stunning... :Ohmy:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: valmir on January 28, 2016, 12:33:24 PM
Dude, wow.

Dude.

Dudedude.

Wow, bro.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: LarsRock on January 28, 2016, 03:20:24 PM
"Sound of jaw dropping through the floor" :icon_eek: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: fabergeomelet on January 28, 2016, 03:32:16 PM
That is incredible. Amazing work.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: steveb on January 29, 2016, 03:35:42 AM
awesome job, how long was it on display at GW?, if this were a graded class project you would have just seriously messed up the grading curve.  steveb
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Eric Roof on January 29, 2016, 05:28:31 AM
This is an amazing piece. Great work all around. :eusa_clap:

What's really great about this (besides all of the work you put into it), is that it fits so perfectly into the Warhammer world, and is a testament to the rich environment that GW created over 30 years of novels, army books and background.

An easily identifiable and brilliant work of art. Beautiful.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Baron von Klatz on January 29, 2016, 05:56:34 AM
HOLY SHI-!!  :icon_eek: :icon_eek: :icon_eek:

It's so beautiful, I seriously have tears in my eyes from that work of art.

You deserve some kind of reward for that marvel but I have no idea what could compare to just owning that. Beyond amazing work! :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Mightymatt88 on January 29, 2016, 09:25:49 AM
I keep coming back and looking at the pictures like this  :icon_eek:

This is Warhammer. This is the Empire.

Like Eric Roof said, it just embodies the spirit of the old world, the grim, fantastical, dark and magical land we've all lost ourselves in.
The land where all a man has to defend himself against ravaging beastmen, ferocious Orcs, and villainous ratmen is a halberd and some god-damned puff and slash.

I love this model.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Midaski on January 29, 2016, 10:05:05 AM

See - as long as there is stuff like this around The Empire will live on

Bish - The previous pics were amazing - these go beyond that.

I assume you have this safely back in your domain, and it's not at GW anymore? 
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Bishmeister on February 01, 2016, 07:41:37 PM
Thanks folks, amazing support as always, much appreciated.


See - as long as there is stuff like this around The Empire will live on

Bish - The previous pics were amazing - these go beyond that.

I assume you have this safely back in your domain, and it's not at GW anymore? 


This model is now residing on my windowsill, if you are in Great Yarmouth in Norfolk, England you are welcome to come and view it.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Faces%20of%20the%20Empire/5b0c736bc32574e7d05176f5e3ba87f4_zpsmufori6e.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Faces%20of%20the%20Empire/5b0c736bc32574e7d05176f5e3ba87f4_zpsmufori6e.jpg.html)

I keep coming back and looking at the pictures like this  :icon_eek:

This is Warhammer. This is the Empire.

Like Eric Roof said, it just embodies the spirit of the old world, the grim, fantastical, dark and magical land we've all lost ourselves in.
The land where all a man has to defend himself against ravaging beastmen, ferocious Orcs, and villainous ratmen is a halberd and some god-damned puff and slash.

I love this model.

This is an amazing piece. Great work all around. :eusa_clap:

What's really great about this (besides all of the work you put into it), is that it fits so perfectly into the Warhammer world, and is a testament to the rich environment that GW created over 30 years of novels, army books and background.

An easily identifiable and brilliant work of art. Beautiful.

You guys have hit the nail on the head, with this model I was trying to epitomise the Warhammer World and the Empire of Man.

HOLY SHI-!!  :icon_eek: :icon_eek: :icon_eek:

It's so beautiful, I seriously have tears in my eyes from that work of art.

You deserve some kind of reward for that marvel but I have no idea what could compare to just owning that. Beyond amazing work! :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:


Thank you, having people express their appreciation for my work is reward enough.

awesome job, how long was it on display at GW?, if this were a graded class project you would have just seriously messed up the grading curve.  steveb

It was displayed in Warhammer World as part of the Golden Demon 2014 Winners Exhibition for about 6 weeks.

Wholy crap!  :icon_eek:
That is some serious work there!

Only thing I wouldn't have done myself is put all the troops stuck on it, though it gives a way better look to it

This was not my original plan as it was intended to be an Armies on Parade entry but GW scrapped Armies on Parade as part of the Golden Demon so I removed the bases, pinned them all and stuck them on model. This is my Empire army and will be removed from the model and rebased on rounds.

Thanks again everyone for all the fantastic feedback.
And now for some more pictures, some close-ups of the faces and banners.
Enjoy.

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Faces%20of%20the%20Empire/a58e793ff2c1e3191e15d3ed58d62eff_zps96oil5pj.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Faces%20of%20the%20Empire/a58e793ff2c1e3191e15d3ed58d62eff_zps96oil5pj.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Faces%20of%20the%20Empire/81d6afebaa6f69ffbc52de1144e10942_zpssrwdkawv.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Faces%20of%20the%20Empire/81d6afebaa6f69ffbc52de1144e10942_zpssrwdkawv.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Faces%20of%20the%20Empire/0a663a4b9f90ebc7c7d3aa6f47bf7aa4_zpsgx6zviej.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Faces%20of%20the%20Empire/0a663a4b9f90ebc7c7d3aa6f47bf7aa4_zpsgx6zviej.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0174_zpsjrkwqjpf.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0174_zpsjrkwqjpf.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0143_zpsqgbrw4vx.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0143_zpsqgbrw4vx.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0138_zpstbvx2tqg.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0138_zpstbvx2tqg.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0137_zpsrimiubli.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0137_zpsrimiubli.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0119_zpsvzqlsquu.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0119_zpsvzqlsquu.jpg.html)

(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee481/bishmeister/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0092_zpsae9t9gkt.jpg) (http://s1230.photobucket.com/user/bishmeister/media/Final%20Burgo%20Pics/Banners/IMGP0092_zpsae9t9gkt.jpg.html)


Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Doc J on February 02, 2016, 01:49:42 AM
I really like the amount of black armour you used and red laurels are a nice touch.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Picture update 27.01.16
Post by: Xathrodox86 on February 02, 2016, 11:41:36 AM
Dude, wow.

Dude.

Dudedude.

Wow, bro.

I won't be able to add anything more. KICKASS!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Sixt on February 03, 2016, 07:13:46 PM
Absolutely Stunning!  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Hauptmann Gustl on February 05, 2016, 07:25:34 PM
That piece of an empire building truly ROCKS. Awesome job!  :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap: :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: carturello on February 06, 2016, 01:02:34 PM
Incredible! Are you a god man? I can not believe my eyes !
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Von Kurst on February 06, 2016, 05:29:49 PM
Thank you for all of the images.  This is simply amazing.
 :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Commander Bernhardt on February 20, 2016, 03:27:37 PM
Awesome!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Captain Dob Van Dwi on March 05, 2016, 03:49:07 AM
Did I just see that? You Guys are seeing what I'm seeing right!?!

I mean holy hell, if this pure, unadulterated, work of art isin't award winning I don't know what is!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Bishmeister on September 20, 2018, 02:43:07 PM
Hi All,

Long time no post but I noticed that the Photobucket images have returned so this thread had pics again.
Happy days
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Zak on September 20, 2018, 06:29:36 PM
Dude glad to have you back!!  :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Irishzero on September 20, 2018, 07:41:24 PM
One of the most inspirational threads there is  :eusa_clap:
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: patsy02 on September 21, 2018, 03:15:18 PM
Acceptable threadomancy.
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Xathrodox86 on October 17, 2018, 01:26:12 PM
Great to have you back!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: Zygmund on October 17, 2018, 02:23:50 PM
 :::cheers:::

-Z
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: GamesPoet on October 17, 2018, 03:40:04 PM
Welcome back, and good to be able to see this! :::cheers:::
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: wdv331 on July 16, 2020, 05:07:14 PM
best army/display of all time! I hope you eventually come back to the forum so i can also see ur night goblin and castle project progress!!!
Title: Re: Bishmeister's Ostland Empire - Burgo Mansion Faces and Banners 01.02.16
Post by: GamesPoet on July 16, 2020, 06:25:23 PM
A great find.  I hope he comes back too! :icon_cool: :::cheers:::