Deathguard Contemptor Dreadnought Commission

The Contemptor Pattern Dreadnought was once a mainstay of the armoured might of the Astartes Legions of old. Larger and stronger than standard pattern Dreadnoughts, the Contemptor’s systems featured many examples of techno-arcana steeped in the sacred mysteries of the Legio Cybernetica. Some chapters still boast these war relics amongst their ranks, and whenever the Contemptor takes to the field of battle, it is an echo of the power of ancient days.

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This model was painted as part of a masterclass series of online tuitions, guiding the student through painting marble, freehand and faces. Please check out the below link for information on how to sign up for these masterclass courses: 

ONLINE MASTERCLASS TUITION 

Paints used: Vallejo, Reaper Master Series, Games Workshop Washes, Com Art Medea Airbrush Airbrush: Iwata Hi-Line HP-CH Airbrush Paint Brushes: Rosemary & Co. Raphael 8040, Broken Toad Brushes, Windsor and Newton Series 7

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Hecaton Aiakos Minotaurs Contemptor Dreadnought Commission

The ornate Contemptor pattern Dreadnought known as Hecaton Aiakos has been identified by his distinctive heraldry in a number of the Minotaurs Chapter’s campaigns, spanning several centuries. In the Bifrost Uprising, Aiakos gained notoriety when he was mistakenly fired upon by a detachment of Bifrost Huscarls under the brevet command of Brother-Sergeant Augustine of the Viper Legion Space Marines. Aiakos rampaged through the Imperial lines in retaliation, killing thirty-seven Huscarls and Augustine himself, and ripped apart a Leman Russ which had attempted to stop him. His deadly assault was only halted after he received a countermand vox order from his Chapter Master in orbit.

Paints used: Vallejo, Reaper Master Series, Games Workshop Washes, Com Art Medea Airbrush Airbrush: Iwata Hi-Line HP-CH Airbrush Paint Brushes: Rosemary & Co. Raphael 8040, Broken Toad Brushes, Windsor and Newton Series 7

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Dark Angels Legion Contemptor Dreadnought

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This model was painted as part of a masterclass series of online tuitions, guiding the student through painting marble, freehand and faces. Please check out the below link for information on how to sign up for these masterclass courses: 

ONLINE MASTERCLASS TUITION 

Paints used: Vallejo, Reaper Master Series, Games Workshop Washes, Com Art Medea Airbrush Airbrush: Iwata Hi-Line HP-CH Airbrush Paint Brushes: Rosemary & Co. Raphael 8040, Broken Toad Brushes, Windsor and Newton Series 7

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Battle of Calth Contemptor Death Guard Dreadnought Commission (for tutorial)

When I first received the Betrayal at Calth I was determined to get the best out the the rather static looking Contemptor dreadnought. It still has the aesthetic feel of the resin Contemptor but doesn't have the spirit. 

So, I wanted to use this as a practice piece to see exactly how far I could push weathering and chipping techniques. This is the result. I've taken step by step instructions on how I created this for an extreme advanced weathering article. 

Paints used: Vallejo, Reaper Master Series, Games Workshop Washes, Com Art Medea Airbrush Airbrush: Iwata Hi-Line HP-CH Airbrush Paint Brushes: Rosemary & Co. Raphael 8040, Broken Toad Brushes, Windsor and Newton Series 7

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In the Shadow of Mighty Wings: Contemptor Dreadnought

This is the very early work in progress shot of my Contemptor class dreadnought. The red and black sketches have been done and I have a vague idea of what I'd like to freehand onto the carapace. At this point I only have the idea of 'thrones of angels', nothing more specific or helpful. 

Paints used: Vallejo, Reaper Master Series, Games Workshop Washes, Com Art Medea Airbrush Airbrush: Iwata Hi-Line HP-CH Airbrush Paint Brushes: Rosemary & Co. Raphael 8040, Broken Toad Brushes, Windsor and Newton Series 7

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Deathguard Contemptor Commission "Hazard"

Deathguard Contemptor Dreadnought designation 'Hazard'

The Deathguard, and especially their vehicles, offer us the opportunity to really go nuts with weathering. We can crack out the weathering powders, oils, enamels and just go hello for leather destroying out pristine paint job - but without knowing where to place these nice bits a model can look drab, dirty and worst yet, badly painted. 

I'm working on a tutorial showing you how to create these effects and the kinds of things to avoid. Tomorrow we'll have a look at a quick tutorial on how to create a stencil sign for your vehicles. 

I'd like to thank Fallout Hobbies for their wonderful biohazard decal set and sign. Absolutely gorgeous set that are easy to use and are an absolute blessing for Deathguard armies. 

Myles

Paints used: Vallejo, Reaper Master Series, Games Workshop Washes, Com Art Medea Airbrush Airbrush: Iwata Hi-Line HP-CH Airbrush Paint Brushes: Rosemary & Co. Raphael 8040, Broken Toad Brushes, Windsor and Newton Series 7

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Deathguard Contemptor Dreadnought Commission

Paints used: Vallejo, Reaper Master Series, Games Workshop Washes, Com Art Medea Airbrush Airbrush: Iwata Hi-Line HP-CH Airbrush Paint Brushes: Rosemary & Co. Raphael 8040, Broken Toad Brushes, Windsor and Newton Series 7

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Sons of Horus Contemptor Dreadnought Forge World

Here comes 2014! Very much picking up from last year we continue the Heresy Era theme with this Sons of Horus Contemptor. 

"Bravery without Honour is Savagery." 

Myles

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Black Legion Contemptor Dreadnought

Black Legion contemptor Dreadnought. My client wanted a post heresy era contemptor with red under-lighting on the face. It was a nice change of pace to create a 40k version of a heresy piece.

A quick tip for painting interesting black - give the armour a thinned down wash of turquoise and re-apply the grey and white highlights. It gives a little more visual interest.

Myles

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Ancient Atronius Emperor's Children Contemptor Dreadnought

Ancient Atronius, Dreadnought of the Emrperor's Children Legion 

[Pict-capture Vanhel's Gorge, Principad campaign]

A Former Champion of the 8th Millenial, Atronius died at Istvann V by the hands of the Iron warriors Legion. Atronius was born on Terra and was one of the very few Emperor's Children to be united with Fulgrim at the outset of the Great Crusade. The Terran Aquila adorns Ancient Atronius' armour, carrying the light of the Imperial Truth and the Might of Terra to the stars. 

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