PaintingWD 364 · p. 25
Nick Bayton uses sprayed Mechrite Red and Blood Red to establish armour quickly, then adds recessed shading, orange and brown edges and a red glaze. A separate black-armour sequence supports Death Company models, while purple-toned purity seals and pale parchment add controlled contrast. Blond hair receives its own three-colour recipe, making the page a compact set of methods for different parts of the Chapter’s collection.
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PaintingWD 364 · pp. 74–81
Darren Latham paints the Sanguinor as an exceptional golden focal point for the Blood Angels army. Non-metallic armour relies on artificial reflections, strong dark–light contrasts and coloured glazes, while cooler weapons, pale wings and worn parchment distinguish the supporting materials. The feature also compares metallic and non-metallic gold, stressing that the latter is a deliberate artistic challenge rather than the only route to an impressive finish.
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PaintingWD 364 · pp. 76–77
The twelve-stage armour method begins with brown and leather tones, then gradually adds bone to build the light-facing areas. Dark red-brown and black shading create reflection boundaries, while pale spots and a yellow wash establish the impression of gold. Purple recess glazes enrich the result before white accents are restored, making the illusion depend on deliberate placement rather than metallic pigment.
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