Hey guys, it’s been a while since I last posted but during the last week I’ve been working on something completely new. I haven’t painted anything Warhammer 40,000 for well over a year now. Since the release of the new Genestealer Cults, the models are so beautiful I wanted to paint one! So here is my Goliath Rockgrinder!
I must admit, I picked quite a complex model to start a new Genestealer Cults army. Especially considering I’ve been so used to painting Warhammer Age of Sigmar for the past year and a half. The last things I painted for 40k were my Skitarii back in May 2015. I don’t often play games so because Age of Sigmar is quite easy to get into and play I’ve only focussed on Age of Sigmar models. However, since the release of the new Genestealer Cults I completely fell in love with the models. After Armies on Parade I decided to pick up the new Goliath, it was a completely new challenge for me and I was excited to paint something completely different to what I’ve been used to.
The model was my first attempt at using masking with the airbrush for the hazard stripes on the front. It’s not perfect but I’m pretty happy with it for a first go. I also spent a bit longer on the weathering of the vehicle, and tried new techniques such as rust streaks. I even did a little freehand on the side of the Rusted Claw logo, it’s not great but again I’ve never really done freehand so I’m happy with it as a first attempt!
One striking thing you may notice is that the model is on a base! To be honest, this was a last minute decision. I wanted to base my army as if they’re on a barren industrial forgeworld, perhaps a planet like Mars. I originally dusted the underside and wheels of the vehicle with Forgeworld weathering powders but I wanted to give it a more thematic look and context, therefore I decided to base it. I also feel this will make the vehicle more coherent with the rest of the army. Overall, I’m really happy with the piece and I can’t wait to paint some of the infantry units for the Cult!
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Absolutely incredible work!
I must ask, where did you get the base? That doesn't look like a standard GW size (too large for a flier base, but smaller than the 170mm oval) – I really want to base my Goliaths too!
It was this picture that's inspired me to do a GSC force.
What size oval base is That?
I really like adding bases for Vehicles. It's a great way to give them some more presence on the board, and gives more options for tying them together with the rest of the Army. Very nice work!
Fantastic work Amy. The weathering and hazard stripes look awesome. The red base and the red dust in just the right places is great.
Thank you everyone for your advice regarding the wheels! I don't know why I didn't even think about it first, I've now corrected them and replaced the images in the post with the new ones. Hope it looks better 🙂
Almost perfect since perfect is an idea we can strive for, but hopefully never reach! Love it.
Great looking vehicle. It's always such a good feeling to nail a new model with new techniques!
I love that you put it on a base! Looks great on a base.
Have to point out that even though all the comments focus on the wheels (mine included), the paintjob is actually amazingly good! I particularly like the look of the stripes on the bumber. Did you make them with Airbrush and mask? How did you do the the yellow sploches, if I may enquire?
yes, no doubt about it! But when a model looks that great, you want to perfect it even more! =) I'm guessing the stripes were done with masking + AB, or super-careful freehand. You can do the splotches by stippling or by sponging, I'm guessing stippling was used here.
Yes I did those with an airbrush. First spraying yellow, then using masking tape to cover stripes and then spraying black 🙂 the chipping was done using a sponge.
I completely agree about weathering the wheels. I also feel like the turret that is holding the cannons looks like only one side of it is weathered, compared to the other side of the same arm. Granted, one side is facing out more than the other, but I would feel that both sides would get some usage from usage during mining.
lol, should've read the comments first – I see others have noted this, too 🙂
Really nice. One thing you might consider is weathering the entire wheel, as opposed to just the lower portion. After all, the wheel was spinning, right? 🙂 Looking at it now, something was off and I think that's it.
I agree. Great level of painting but if you look at images of some mining trucks you see that the dirt goes all over the wheel and especially on the treads
eg https://goo.gl/images/mwzoJL
Wow very nice. Not a critique on the paint job, but I think the wheels should have the red stuff on the upper portions as well as the lower portions if it's supposed to stick like that and the car has been driving around in it.
Yep, was gonna post this too :). Vehicle looks terrific but the wheels would be covered all over from driving.
Great looking model, really well weathered. What's next for the army?
The model also has great conversion prospects for an ork army!
Thank you! 🙂 I think it'll be some Neophyte Hybrids!