Tom Durie 1614

My lasted painted figure. This 1/9 scale resin bust sculpted by Pavol Ovecka is of Tom Durie 1614. Jester to Anne of Denmark wife of British King James VI and I. The bust is based on the painting of Durie in the Scottish National Portrait Museum. I painted this bust with acrylics and printers inks. The bust is a new release from www.Unitedempireminiatures.com and I painted it for the box art photos.During his lifetime Tom Durie was considered the luckiest man alive.

The Lion Hunter

My recently finished bust. I Painted it with acrylics and I used printers inks on the metals. This 1/9 scale bust was sculpted by Polish sculptor Grzegorz Kapiec. The master was unfinished when I acquired it for United Empire Miniatures. I then over a period of time completed it so it could be cast and added to the United Empire Miniatures line of figures. The bust is some what based on a the character Allan Quatermain "The Lion Hunter". This bust was a fun one to paint, I enjoyed it as it has so different things to paint

..... Mike

Maximilian l 1486-1519

My version of Maximilian I. This 1/10 scale bust was sculpted by Pavol Ovecka for United Empire Miniatures. I painted it with acrylic's and metals were painted with printers inks. The bust is some what based on the painting by Peter Paul Reubens. Maximilian l 1486-1519 Holy Roman Emperor German King-Archduke of Austria

Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu

This is my lastest painted bust. Skanderbeg Hero of Albania. I painted it with acrylic's and used printers inks on the metals. This is the second time I have painted this fine bust. I painted this piece for a collector in Switzerland. Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu Hero Kombëtar 1405-1468

French Dragoon 1810-1812

My latest painted piece French Dragoon Chef d'escadron 1810-1812 Made by Andrea Miniatures I painted this nice bust with acrylics and used printers inks on the metals. The torso was resin and the helmet and plume white metal.

Sergeant Thomas Shaw

Just finished painting this great figure sculpted by Carl Reid for Michael Miniatures. I painted the figure with acrylic's, printers inks and used some oil paint on the horse. The snow is made by Andrea. The 9th US Cavalry were buffalo soldiers. Shaw is shown on winter patrol in the high mountains of New Mexico. This is a new release for www.michaelminiatures.com Sergeant Thomas Shaw 9th US Cavalry Co. K Medal of Honor Recipient "For his actions on" August 12, 1881

Viking Warrior 900 A.D. PROSIT!

Viking Warrior 900 A.D. PROSIT! This is a 54mm metal figure made by Andrea Miniatures. I painted it with acrylic's and the metals were finished with printers inks. I worked on this figure off and on for a long time as all that flesh took a lot of thin coats. Finely started to make good progress last week and finished him off.

Vlad the Impaler 1462

Vlad the Impaler 1462 1/10 scale bust made by Ellie Miniatures, Vlad wears Turkish Armor. I painted this bust with acrylic's the metals were painted with printers inks. Could be a fantasy piece or historical.

English Royal Officer 1643

English Royal Officer 1643 1/6 scale resin bust. Finished this nice bust sculpted by Matt Springer years ago for United Empire Miniatures. I painted this bust with acrylic's. It was a joy to paint.I find that I can do more with the eyes on a bit larger bust.

Jacques Cathelineau Generalissimo 1793 Kingdom of France

Jacques Cathelineau Generalissimo 1793 Kingdom of France "The Saint of Anjou" 1/9 scale resin bust I painted this new bust for the United Empire Miniatures box art with acrylics. Sculpted by Palo Ovecka this was a great bust to paint.

Aztec Warrior Mexia Captain 1519

Aztec Warrior Mexia Captain 1519 1/10 scale bust sculpted by Pablo Ronda for United Empire Miniatures. I painted this bust with acrylics and oils also printers inks. My photos will be used for the box art.The umbrella shaped head dress was worn by the captain in battle, so his warriors could see the head dress (banner) and rally around him. It was mounted on his back by means of a wooden rack. He wore a cotton suit covered in feathers.

Plato Greek Philosopher

Plato Greek Philosopher 370 B.C. Sculpted by Brad Daly for United Empire Miniatures.com

I painted this 1/6 scale bust for the box art photos. Painted with acrylic's and a bit of oil paints.This was a real test for me as the eyes are very prominent on this bust.I think these are the best eyes I have painted.

Thracian Peltast Triballi Tribe 424 BC

Thracian Peltast Triballi Tribe 424 BC 1/9 scale resin bust produced by www.unitedempireminiatures.com This was a year long project for me and I am happy to be finished and have the results I was looking for. I converted this bust to a Triballi Tribe by sculpting in a cowhide texture on the Phrygian cap and on the shield.( I used green stuff)Then I was able to paint the cowhide fur. I also painted the cloth earth tones.