Painting Pilot Figures

[@davidparker2259]

For someone who “ doesn’t paint figures” you did a mighty fine job.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, David. Appreciate that. Still have plenty to learn in this department. Make that all other departments too..haha.

[@chilarai1]

Super job, especially for a 1st attempt. Given me some good ideas.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks! Glad it helped out. I still need to practice more.

[@lawrencereid9375]

"Cut you some slack?" YHGTBSM? You have painted up this pilot to look as good as any 1/32nd resin figure would look in a similar pose. I could not put out an effort like this in two lifetimes. Please stop being so self-effacing and give yourself the credit you are due. This is EXCELLENT WORK and you made it look easy!

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that, Lawrence. I'm happy enough but there are some guys out that that really can paint the pants off of some figures (not literally, of course...haha). Thank you for the positive feedback. I'm pretty happy for a newbie to figures but I would like to improve. Thanks for taking the time to provide some feedback and encouraging words. Cheers!

[@lawrencereid9375]

@@FlyingSModels Rest assured that may of the "guys out there who can paint the pants off figures" could not build a 1/32nd Raiden half as well as you can. There are master figure painters. There are master scale modelers. Seldom the twain meets. I would imagine if you did nothing but figures for the next year or so you would be in the upper atmosphere of that particular art form based on what you did with your Raiden pilot. As you know, it usually comes down to what we like to do most. We tend to stick to "the comfort zone." I, for one, will be interested to see your next pilot effort should you choose to do so.

[@FlyingSModels]

@@lawrencereid9375 Thanks, Lawrence. I guess you got a point. I'd like to be much better but I'm probably not going to switch over to try to paint figures all the time. I like aircraft models and just thought it would be cool to humanize the Raiden a little bit by including a pilot. Plus, I had some comments about making a video on how to paint a pilot so figured...why not. I do like to try to get out of my comfort zone and try new things so this little guy was good for that. Really appreciate the thoughtful comments. All the best, Chad

[@jonathansteadman7935]

If this is an example of someone who doesn't paint pilots, you're setting the bar extremely high. I would say this is masterclass standard .

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for your kind words. Still a lot to learn and master on my end. Hope the video was helpful.

[@natalebabbo-gunplaanddioramas]

Great results for being one of your fist attempt! Several good tips I’ll apply. Thanks!

[@FlyingSModels]

Really appreciate the good words. I need to get back on the Raiden and finish that one. Happy Modeling!

[@dyoutube7307]

After over 40 yrs, back into modeling. Some great modelers/ artist out there. Your videos are very easy to follow, great product description & step by step. Now building for my grandkids to display. Thank you for the motivation and your common sense approach to skilled art. Dave

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for taking the time to provide that feedback. Welcome back to modeling and I'm glad that the videos have helped a little. If you have any other questions, feel free to ping me. Happy modeling!! Chad

[@jeffhaynes1890]

I think that looks amazing, and you have nothing to worry about!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Jeff. Definitely could be better but I'm happy enough with how it turned out and I think when everything else is painted up, it will look better as it blends in.

[@tonybusano3995]

My first time dropping by and like most of these channels I'm instantly interested, captivated, intimidated and envious. But really, the false humility has gotta go. What you did to that figure I could never hope to replicate in my lifetime. I've got about 50 years into this hobby and am acutely aware of how pathetic my efforts look, particularly when I see craftsmanship of this calibre. It solidifies my belief that like many other endeavors we pursue there are those of us who will devote a lifetime to the pursuit of excellence and will find ourselves scratching and crawling through the entire journey. Oh, some of become quite good after ample time of paying ones dues assign large quantities of blood, swear and tears through it all. Then, there is the rest. The chosen few. The child prodigy, natural...the holy and the anointed. It's the child of 5 years who appears onstage seated behind a Baby Grand and who effortlessly pounds out some Chopin, Mortzart and Brahms and makes it appear so effortless. But we know better. It's a simple matter of being born with it (as you are)...and the rest of us. We'll be waiting in the wings, waiting for the next umveiling and all the while we'll know our place. Nice work!😆👍 Got another subscriber here. Glad to be here!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the sub, Tony, and the kind words. We are always our own worse critics and while you might think it's false humility, I see tons of room for improvement in my work. I guess that's just how we evaluate ourselves. Probably the human condition to evaluate oneself against others that are superior. When I see what some folks can do with figure models (and other models) I marvel at their skills. It does push me to try new things and to get better. Maybe that's what it's all about. No Chopin here but I'll keep doing my best and sharing my models in the hopes that they can inspire, inform, or at a minimum, just entertain. Well...maybe they aren't that funny :) Thanks again and all the best to you! Happy Modeling - Chad

[@lawtongore7053]

I'll certainly be coming back to this video to see how to properly paint a large scale figure for my models... Great job...

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Lawton. I hope that it provides some useful information for you in terms of how or how not to paint figures. Cheers!

[@The_Modeling_Underdog]

There's no slack to be cut here. Absolute master piece.

[@FlyingSModels]

Well thank you for those good words. I think there is plenty of room for improvement but I'm happy enough with the results. Thank you for taking the time to comment. Cheers!

[@rolandoricardoinfantastoro2642]

Beautifull job and technique....congratulation from Spain.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Rolando! Appreciate the kind wordss.

[@wildolan]

Very clear and informative. Good ref as a starter. Cheers.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for the that feedback. I'm glad the video was helpful. Appreciate you taking the time to comment.

[@iperspolise]

I can't stop watching this, well done!

[@FlyingSModels]

I appreciate you checking it out and hope that it helps!

[@martinthwaites2432]

Excellent tutorial, fantastic results!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Martin. I hope it was helpful. Cheers!

[@701CPD]

Excellent job! Models without pilot or driver figures are incomplete without them, IMHO. I wish all model companies included pilot/driver/etc. figures. If a builder doesn't want to include them- just leave 'em out!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you. I appreciate that feedback. And while I've never been a pilot kind of guy, I'm really liking the look of things with the pilot installed. Makes it more human and more like a story.

[@nathanshultz9]

I’d be ecstatic with results like this! Outstanding.👏👏👏

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Nathan. I'm pretty happy when looking at it and taking the whole model into view but I think it could be better. Maybe next time. Thanks for your kind words.

[@tonyperez4791]

Outstanding results !!!! That's a nice figure . Hope you and your loved ones have a great/safe weekend ! Tony

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Tony. Appreciate the feedback. Hope you have a great weekend too. Stay safe.

[@vincentblackburn6765]

Loved that demonstration thank you very much

[@FlyingSModels]

Sure thing. Glad you liked it and I appreciate the feedback!

[@gendoikari6062]

I find your techinques here very different, but extremelly satisfactory! One example is this pilot figure! When other modelers reject the idea to include pilot figures in their models; Im in the opposite! I love flight crew figures and have a good collection of them as well; and with these new (new for me..)painting guides, they would look tops!! Thanks for your patience and for the time it takes you to create and share these amazing tutorials..! Best wishes !

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for that encouraging feedback. I'm still learning everyday...or at least trying. I'm glad that the videos are helpful. I'm with you after seeing this pilot in the Raiden...I like the human touch it provides. Thank you again. All the best to you!

[@juandulanto9650]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😀really nice finish figure u have this kit Raiden 1/32 follow yours steps greetings 👍

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Juan. I appreciate the feedback! Cheers!

[@tanker12999]

Thanks for the pointers, I'll be sure to use these when my f14a arrives!

[@FlyingSModels]

You bet. Look forward hearing (and maybe seeing) how things go on your F-14 pilots!

[@MAN394631]

Absolutely great result

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you. Really appreciate that!

[@wkelly3053]

I think your greatest asset is your patience, that and being able to visualize what effect you want. Really nice.

[@FlyingSModels]

Really appreciate the good words. This hobby definitely requires a good deal of patience. I keep telling myself it's a lesson in patience.

[@iperspolise]

You did a great job. Thanks.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you. Now to find time to finish the plane too :)

[@dilligaf2984]

Outstanding painting skills, bravo

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for those good words!

[@septiccalling8341]

You’ve either got it or you haven’t........you got it! Nice one 👍🏻👌🏻

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for that. I'll just try to keep it...haha.

[@jeffnelson1672]

You have done an absolutely first rate figure there, Chad! I am just now getting back into modeling after about 45 years, and you have given me some great information and technique! I have not painted a figure yet, since returning, and I'm sure my older eyes and less-steady hands will present a challenge! Although I did pretty good work as a kid! There is one comment I'd like to make, about what I see quite a bit among modern hobbyists painting model figures on YT. Maybe it's just me, but it seems to me that some modelers treat the figures as if they were 2-dimensional, creating and perhaps overemphasizing shadows and highlights that will naturally appear on the 3-D figures, under natural or dramatic lighting. I appreciate and understand the need for pin washes and some enhancements to bring out the detail on these tiny people, along with weathering and some dusting up (and flat paints), but sometimes the extra-high contrast from some artists, such as that very talented Night Shift fellow, make them look more like Meissen collectables than men of war. Sometimes less is more? Just my take. Great video, and great modeling!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the thoughtful feedback, Jeff. I'm glad the video was helpful and good to hear that you are back to the hobby after a little bit of a break. I completely understand your comments/thoughts on techniques that look to over emphasize shadows and highlights. It's a balance, in my opinion, and largely comes down to personal preferences, just like any other art form. From my perspective, and only my perspective, "overdoing" it a little on the smaller scale subjects actually helps the overall look when the entire model/subject is viewed as a whole. I agree that thing look overdone when viewed as a single piece or subassembly but highlighting things help things when viewed in their entirety (at least to my eye). But as I said (and what I like) about this hobby is that there is room for everyone to do what they like. I'm of the camp that says there is no right way but I know there are other camps that would argue that point. Again, appreciate the inputs. - Chad

[@chrishuffman6734]

Simply Amazing! Love your videos

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Chris. Appreciate the feedback and glad you enjoy the vids. I'll keep making them.

[@philbivins7133]

Brilliant work, it looks amazing

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Phil. Appreciate that.

[@spruetherapy]

Chad that's better than many figure painters that have been doing it for years! Nicely done!!

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that. I'll keep tweaking the process/techniques, though, to hopefully get a little better.

[@modelfun]

Nice one. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for taking some time to leave some feedback!

[@ja37d-34]

It´s beautifully done!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you! Appreciate the feedback!

[@smokeyjoe4078]

The Figure looks amazing!

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate the good words. No to just find time to finish the rest of the build :)

[@smokeyjoe4078]

@@FlyingSModels Yeah, i know that . . . sometimes a Model is in qeue way behind . . .^^

[@spincarez]

Another great easy to follow video.

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that. I'm glad it was easy to follow.

[@spincarez]

@@FlyingSModels Please if possible, do a tutorial on painting jet nozzles particularly exhaust of an F-16. Thank you

[@FlyingSModels]

@@spincarez We'll see if I can add it to the ever growing "to do" pile. thank you for the suggestion.

[@jesserivas1387]

Fantastic job, you painted like a pro!👍👍

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Jesse. I appreciate the good words!

[@josecesar5952]

Beautifully done. Congratulations!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@markharnitchek9205]

wow ... nicely done

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for that feedback. Really appreciate it.

[@rmsamonte]

That looks great!

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate the feedback!

[@stephenbridges2791]

Nice job! What I do on the eyes, is; paint the whites an off white color. Then, fill them in almost completely with the iris color. If anything make them more to the vertical rather than round. That way you don't run the risk of the figure looking "bug-eyed". I wish I could locate the 1/32 Raiden. I've always liked Hasegawa kits. Very nice result you acheived.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the counsel and the good words, Stephen. I'll try your suggestions on the next one. I think that the Raiden is still available on eBay.

[@charlybrown728]

Keep up the good work , great job 👍🏾

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks! Appreciate the good words.

[@hlcepeda]

In terms of the marked light/dark contrasts, your painting style is bold... which is _perfect_ for 1/32 and smaller scale figures; otherwise details would be difficult to discern. Super job!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Hector. I was thinking that maybe it's a bit too bold when you look at it under a magnifying lens. But when you take it in as a part of the model as a whole, it looks a lot better to me.

[@georgemartinez1720]

I think it come out great

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, George. Appreciate that.

[@warmfreeze]

learned a lot from this video for scale RC plane models.. Thank you. Now i can remove the decapitated snoopy from my p-40

[@FlyingSModels]

hahaha...now you can give snoopy a proper burial and maybe get a pilot in there that looks like a flying ace :) I'm glad the video helped. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@jimcourtney4306]

looks awesome

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Jim. Appreciate that good feedback!

[@jimr7154]

Really very nice work

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that, Jim.

[@jimr7154]

@@FlyingSModels Very welcome I used to build aircraft models years ago when I had a place to work Been thinking about getting back into it again so watching for tips and tricks Also following Models by Chris Olson his starwars model incredible

[@FlyingSModels]

@@jimr7154 Good luck getting back into the hobby. Appreciate the suggestion on Chris Olson's channel.

[@jimr7154]

@@FlyingSModels If/ when I get back into it 1/48 scale X-Wing motorized will be 1st project on the list Would like to try and do the cockpit and laser cannon mods he did to his model Came out phenomenal!

[@FlyingSModels]

@@jimr7154 I'm going to check it out later when I get some time. Really appreciate the recommendation!

[@SolderMan22]

Excellent!!!

[@FlyingSModels]

Many thanks!

[@alanharris2799]

Really enjoying your content, and your technique. It’s clear you have a great understanding of colour and the way light works on it. I think the figure looked great

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Alan. I think I can do it better next time with a little more practice.

[@zombiecreations1447]

Really enjoy that you change up the intro to your videos, pilot looks good. Painting figures is a skill that has many options to do correctly. Enjoyed this one like all your videos.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you! I'm still trying figure out the best video format. Figure painting is definitely a skill that I want to acquire. Appreciate the comments.

[@mathiastrum4582]

Absolutly awesome.👍 It shows that the basic of your techniques works everywhere. On Cockpit's plane bodys and on figures. I belive, no i am sure it will work on every military ground vehicle too. One basic technique, works on every military modell that you ever want to build. That's just simple awesome and all in one channel. Wish i have found your channel earlier. 😭

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Mathias. I think those techniques do transfer to other applications. Maybe need a little modification for different applications but it does seem like they work. Glad you found the channel and I appreciate the support.

[@pauka13]

great results! Im about to start the same kit. A weird looking aircraft but I like it.

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that! I hope you have fun with your Raiden!

[@stevenpuderbaugh821]

I always tend to think the painting tutorials go too fast, but you have done a very excellent job in explaining how you painted your pilot figure. And he looks the part! Well done!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Steven. I didn't want to bore everyone with every last detail but I wanted to provide enough so that folks could see how to do it themselves. Thanks for the feedback.

[@stuartbremner9680]

Very impressive 👍

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Stuart. Appreciate the feedback!

[@erikdb8917]

Very Nice painting 👍

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for taking the time to provide the feedback. I appreciate your kind words.

[@longlance67]

beautiful figure! Really brings that extra bit of life to a model! Great stuff

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Shane. I'm still trying to get the hang of it. Just checked out your channel and sub'd. Looks like I can learn and get some good tips from you. Thanks!

[@longlance67]

@@FlyingSModels You already got the fundamentals nailed perfectly! And I really looking forward to seeing if you do any other nations pilots as its not something you see often. I am loving your work and really enjoying your vids!

[@FlyingSModels]

@@longlance67 Appreciate that, Shane. I will definitely give some others a try in the future. How else am I going to get better. Thanks for your good words on the builds/vids. All the best to you!

[@longlance67]

@@FlyingSModels and the same to you my friend! I really looking forward to what great builds you have in store us!

[@FlyingSModels]

@@longlance67 Same here. Keep up the great work on your end!!

[@georgehiotis1983]

Well done!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you! Appreciate the feedback.

[@josh4048]

Ok, first of all that figure is gorgeous!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the good words. Now to just finish the airplane...haha

[@alessiodecarolis]

When well done a figure, be either a pilot, tanker or driver, not only add life to a model, but helps also to understand models' real dimensions. F.e. it's a pity that latest Airfix models not only didn't have any figures, but in the 1/72 tanks the hatches are molded close. P.s, eccellent work, you're too modest, it seems really a resin figure!

[@FlyingSModels]

I agree with you. I'm starting to like the looks of the figures when added to the model. I never added them in the past as I thought the took away from the ability to see details in the cockpit. Thanks for the kind words and thoughtful feedback. Cheers!

[@acosacca1908]

Amazing work...as usual!!! Inspire US!!!😉🤣

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that. I hope that the videos do continue to inspire and help a little bit.

[@Maddog-nb9vu]

After getting back into the hobby a couple of years ago after a 30 year break I have been struggling with painting the pilot figures. Especially at 1/48 scale. Thanks for all the tips. I think it will take several attempts, if ever, for mine to look as good as yours. Looking forward to the next video for finishing up the pilot.

[@FlyingSModels]

I hear you, seems like it will take multiple attempts to get to where I want to be. 1/48 would be more challenging, I'd think. Thanks for the feedback.

[@TheGreywulff]

I think that you did a Terrific job on that figure ! Well done 👍

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks! Still plenty of room for improvement but I'm happy enough. Especially if I take my glasses off...hahaha.

[@jerryvolpini7987]

Well done, especially considering its your first figure! 👍 Any of us would be happy with this result! If I am critical of anything its the starkness between your colors and lack of blending. With acrylics, you might want to try a wet palette for better blending.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Jerry. I didn't do much wet blending but to be honest, it doesn't look that stark to my eye when I take it all in. Maybe my eyes are just old or maybe the camera and lighting make it look even starker than it is. Regardless, I do want to knock down that contrast a little. Also, to be completely honest, I did try my hand at a pilot for the 1/48 F-35 I started but he had his visor down covering his (or her) face.

[@jerryvolpini7987]

@@FlyingSModels Its art, open to each person's interpretation I think. Regardless, turned out great to these equally old eyes 😉😁

[@FlyingSModels]

@@jerryvolpini7987 Thank you, Jerry! I guess we've found one positive thing about growing old :)

[@beauxtx1959]

I am learning SOOO much from your videos! Thanks for posting them. I would LOVE to see a video on how you mix your paints. Specifically, how you paint a base coat and then add a "couple drops of white/ochre" etc... with paint already in the airbrush. I want to use your technique and I assume that you don't empty and refill the airbrush every time just to add a couple drops of paint. Thanks so much and keep up the great work!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for the feedback. I am really glad to hear that they are helpful. I'll try to show what I do in the airbrush next time. I do, however, empty my paint cup quite often. But for lightening the base color, I definitely don't. Thanks again for taking the time to comment and also for taking the time to watch the videos. Cheers!

[@philtherhythm]

that's a very decent painting and I learned quite a few tips along the way. I haven't painted figures yet, but I will want to in the future.

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that, Filip. Still learning as I go. As you get into it, feel free to share your tips with me. Thanks again!

[@CJ-jh9ri]

I always thought your cockpit interior painting techniques were very similar to those employed by figure painters so it’s a natural conclusion that your figure painting would be fantastic. Great job as always!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you. They do seem to have some ability to transfer to other applications. It would appear from this pilot that it needs a little modification, though.

[@CJ-jh9ri]

@@FlyingSModels Well, it beats the pants off of my Tamiya Hien Figure; he needs work.

[@FlyingSModels]

@@CJ-jh9ri Haven't seen that one. Will have to check it out.

[@nocreo5185]

Your videos have severally improved, congratulations. Hoping the best for your channel

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you. I appreciate that and you taking the time to provide the positive comments. I'm continuing to try new things to improve the content here on the channel. Any tips or suggestions are always appreciated.

[@gb373886]

Excellent video...This is something I always wanted to try out. 🍻!

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that, Gary. Definitely give it a try. I'm still learning myself.

[@thepresident1971]

Love the intro !!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Mr. president! Trying to change things up every now and again.

[@jakemccormick6068]

Wow man thats very impressive

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Jake. Appreciate that. Let's see if it transfers to the heavy ew :)

[@jakemccormick6068]

@@FlyingSModels i have complete faith in you sir

[@philski24]

no figure painter my left toe! I might have to try this since you make it look so easy!

[@FlyingSModels]

I have lots to learn about painting figures. If you have some good techniques to share, please do. Always looking for ways to improve.

[@philski24]

@@FlyingSModels I have nothing! My go to was always paint base colors, brown wash, buff drybrush... not the best but it got the job done.

[@jasonrigneyakae4dragongunn30]

Just outstanding work man! Going to be steeling these techniques! :-)

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you for that good feedback. Steal away and happy modeling!!

[@ralfweber7562]

Man, that pilot looks great. Your paint job seems to be so easy, but it`s really an art. I never succeeded in painting my pilots in an acceptable way, so I always put them in the spare box. Hats off!!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Ralf. I appreciate the kind words. I have always thrown pilots away myself. Figured it's time to try to expand things. Still a lot to learn for me.

[@alexsp7086]

YESSS you did it thanks, :) great stuff

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks! I had to give it a try. Appreciate you checking out the vid and taking the time to comment back.

[@shanemills3879]

Excellent Job!!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you! Appreciate the feedback.

[@randyk8996]

I think your pilot look amazing! I wish I could locate the video where you built the oxygen hoses. AK Interactive now have different diameter springs that are supposed to work.

[@FlyingSModels]

Really appreciate the good words on the pilot and the tip o the AK springs. I'll have to check that out. Here's that video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIi1k2atqdZsodE

[@randyk8996]

Another great tip, (looks like I have a lot of videos to catch up on). Thank you!

[@eddielane72]

Once again exceptional work.. immaculate execution and technique.. by far my favourite scale modeller on youtube. Keep up the amazing work Chad. You inspire me to keep improving. Best wishes. Eddie

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that, Eddie. I'm glad that the videos provide some enjoyment and inspiration. Thank you for taking the time to provide some positive feedback. All the best, Chad.

[@eddielane72]

@@FlyingSModels thanks Chad.. your welcome. Hopefully I will be able to execute models to your standard. It gives you something to aim for and keep improving. Any progress on the potential Swordfish build?

[@FlyingSModels]

@@eddielane72 We'll get there together as we continue to develop our skills. Haven't picked up the Swordfish yet but really do want to soon. Lots of projects in the works. So many models...so little time.

[@Gabriel4Drummer]

„Rookie results...” :)) Great job!

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that. Still lots to learn but having fun along the way.

[@Gabriel4Drummer]

@@FlyingSModels Fun as You have said is the clue :)

[@FlyingSModels]

@@Gabriel4Drummer Exactly. That's the most important aspect!

[@mccloysong]

What level of detail and amount of time for each step. Turned out stunningly.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the good feedback. I'm still learning as I go.

[@babel232]

Looks great, only advice for painting eyes would be never go with white at any scale smaller than 1/16 the whites of the eye aren't really white to begin with.. more a pinky grey.. so at smaller scales it would translate down to a fleshy whitish grey, and that's only if you have a fine enough brush and steady enough hands, and are displaying the figure to eagles ;) .. you did great with the eyes at scale conversion a full sized human at the distance to equal a 1/32 figure the eyes would be darker slits any ways. when I was a Kid and used to do lots of 1/35 dioramas i would paint the whites of the eyes first on the face, and by the time i was done, they would still look pretty much like dark slits any ways , even with blue irises lol .

[@FlyingSModels]

Great counsel there. I really appreciate it. For some reason, I was never big on putting pilots in my cockpits but lately, as I see more modelers go that route, I'm finding that it adds a human touch to things. Now to work on that steady hand and a fine brush. Appreciate the good words here and taking the time to provide them.

[@flavorfave2601]

Not Bad on the fig, keep it up

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks. I'll keep trying to improve! Appreciate the feedback.

[@georgemartinez1720]

Good idea pressing the Putty onto the Seat

[@FlyingSModels]

Made him sit much better in there :)

[@jeromechapelle530]

Your pilot looks really great ! Your painting style is very recognizable on this figure, and that is a compliment. Congrats one again, for this and for the overall quality of your videos.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Jerome. Still trying to figure out if my style translates exactly how I like on painting these figures. But I will keep trying some new things and see if I like those better. I really appreciate you kind words on the video and the channel as a whole. Cheers!

[@scottfw7169]

Found it helpful enough to employ KZbin's option to share it on Tumblr. While I'm not sure these techniques would be applicable to 1/144 scale figures they definitely will translate to Garden scale model railway figures which range through the scales of 1/32, 1/29, 1/24, 1/22. 1/20, and a few still larger scales & maybe even apply to O scale figures in 1/50, 1/48, and 1/43. I do build airplanes in 1/72 and 1/144 scales and there is only so much you can do with pilot and crew figures in those scales, but, hey, some principles can still be applied.

[@FlyingSModels]

I appreciate the feedback and the share. I hope that some the techniques do transfer well to your other ventures. I can appreciate that not all of them will but like you said, more principles in the tool box to potentially apply to other scenarios. Happy Modeling!!

[@defdef6230]

Excellent paint work... I loved the Intruder... built the Testors 25 years ago! Whats happened with F35 from K.H.? Regards from Argentina...

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate the good words. I'm glad you liked the Intruder...such a cool airplane. Still lagging on the F-35. So many models, so little time. Appreciate the warm regards from Argentina! Cheers from the US!

[@rogerfry1819]

Amazing results for a first try. It was interesting to see how some of the paints darkened on drying, for example the brush painted khaki.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Roger. They do dry a little darker which helped blend the colors a little. I still need to learn to blend a little better.

[@B58Lover]

Excellent work! I have been trying to get that look on a figure and on aircraft interior/engine details, but no joy yet ... need waaay more practice ... or, I may just be rotten at it!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, Bill. Just keep practicing. That's what I'm going to do too. Got new things I already want to try on the next figure :)

[@sierrahotel1137]

Brilliant job. I'm the same when it comes to trying to paint eyes on 1/35 figures, no matter how good some of them are they just look odd, so its better just doing shadowing, then it looks more natural.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks. I appreciate that and totally agree. Just hard to make em look right. I'll keep working at it.

[@iankozlovsky178]

you should include the pilot in more models you did fantastic

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that, Ian. I do like the effect and "humanization" it provides for the model so I probably will start doing that. Thanks again!

[@angusrendall2554]

Wow that’s amazing looking! Some of mine end up looking like clowns 😂

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks! Even clowns need a chance to fly, though :)

[@jazzmusician46]

Terrific job! It’s a shame you don’t get to see the details on his parachute you worked on. Still, you know they’re there!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks. And you are right...the most important part is knowing that it's there :)

[@georgemartinezjr]

Great job what Brand of paint and Brushes you use

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you. I typically use either AK or Art Professional brand brushes. Hope this helps.

[@shawnbaker5092]

Looks good to me

[@FlyingSModels]

Appreciate that, Shawn!

[@mode1charlie170]

Id look like a fool if I criticized your figure painting technique...Great job!

[@FlyingSModels]

No more than the fool I look like on one of my early attempts here. But I appreciate the good feedback. I still have a lot to learn.

[@PSPmaster321]

Really bloody well painted! Looks great! Perhaps you could use different varnishes to emphasise the variation in materials, for example... matt varnish for cloth, satin for the leather, and gloss for the metallic parts.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks for the kind feedback and the suggestions. I'll definitely have to give that a try. I really do want to up my game whenever I can. Appreciate that!

[@girolamolorusso]

well done , pretty nice

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you and thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@Thugbert0]

Wow!

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks!

[@davidcole333]

I really appreciate you taking the time and putting the effort in to make this video. I'm not sure I would want to paint a pilot in any scale smaller than 1/32 as it seems VERY fiddly. I learned a lot about how to use color variations to create shadow lines and add depth to the figure. Which kits would have the most detailed pilot figure? Would it be Tamiya?

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks, David. I appreciate the feedback as that's the kind of thing that makes putting the effort into making these videos worthwhile. I'm not sure I'd want to do 1/48 or 1/72 either. I'm not all that familiar with figures in airplane kits as I hardly ever use them. Most of them end up in the trash. I can tell you, though, that these Hasegawa 1/32 kits seem to have some really nice figures right out of the box.

[@davidharris733]

Great job as always Chad. The tonal differences at first looked a little too stark, a bit like a wargames figure, but with the flat coat really bought everything together.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, David. Still think they are a little too stark and I'll try to improve on my next go around. Appreciate the kind words, though.

[@torbaymusic]

Hi. Really impressed with your painting. Like yourself I don’t normally don’t make figures to go with my models, but I am going to give it a go. After looking at many videos I find your instructions very clear, maybe as you are new to figure painting yourself. Can I ask what brand of paint brushes you used and what size. Many thanks.

[@FlyingSModels]

Hey Spencer, thanks for the kind words. Still a lot to learn on my end, that's for sure. I'm glad the video could provide a little help. As far as brushes, I either default to AK Real Brushes or AIT Art Brushes off of Amazon. I think there are some links in the video description to a few if you want to take a look or you can check them out here: amzn.to/3dhgZwV

[@torbaymusic]

@@FlyingSModels Many thanks for finding the time to reply

[@FlyingSModels]

@@torbaymusic sure thing. Happy Modeling!

[@LTModels]

Real good tips. I am terribly bad when it comes to figure painting. Are you in California by any chance?

[@FlyingSModels]

Thanks. I'm going to continue to work on the techniques to make some improvements. Not in Cali, on the east coast.

[@LTModels]

@@FlyingSModels got ya!! Thank you for the reply. Keep up the good work!!

[@FlyingSModels]

@@LTModels Sure thing. Thank you again!

[@MikeJones-hc1gw]

Dude your talent is completely out of control amazing. This is your first figure?! I have been painting figures for 48 yrs won regionals contests and my figures are inferior to yours. Your eye for color, for highlight and shadow is truly amazing. Absolute A++. Really.

[@FlyingSModels]

Thank you, Mike. I have tried a few in the past but this is maybe my first real attempt to use some of the techniques that I've been using on cockpit finishes. My 1/48 F-35 that I'm working on has a pilot in it but it had a mask, helmet, and visors so I didn't have to worry about the face at all. I really do appreciate the kind words but I feel like I have a lot to learn in terms of blending colors and achieving better/more realistic skin tones. I like the way it looks in the model but up close and under the mag visor, I think it could be better. Will have to try again soon. All the best to you, Chad.