spitfire image - any suggestions?

[ambassador]

it certainly has the illustrated look, good job. the explosion could use some more work though

[chrislomaka]

i agree about the explosions.
also,
i would motion-blur the props much more.
and i'm having a hard time figuring out where the sun is... i see light coming from explosions, and light reflected from the ocean... but i'm unclear as to where the actual sun (and primary light) is coming from...


nice look, though

[puddlefish]

thanks for the replies. Yeah, the explosions aren't finished yet, and are really just roughed in. I got so busy last month I never got around to finishing it (as usual).
As regards the sun or primary light source, the simple answer is that there is none intentionally. I've found that in a lot of illustrations done for model kits that the light is more or less omnipotent, lending to a very distinctive look, but more importanty showing the aircraft off in as clear a manner as possible. This does detract from the depth, but I think has a certain charm.

Will finish explosions / details on sea and repost soon.

[Felix]

didnt the spitfire have 6* .50 cal guns ?

[puddlefish]

Here's ten minutes messing in Photoshop! :)

[Wilco3D]

yus I also agree on the xplosion, other then that, Its amasing, great job.

[puddlefish]

no, HERE's ten minute's messing in Photoshop :rolleyes:

[puddlefish]

Regarding the guns: This model was made from the clearest blueprint I could get my hands on, but I'm not that sure about it's acuracy. However, I've since found some great photographic reference and the guns look (almost) right. The cockpit is a little off though. I think the blueprint I worked from might have been a Seafire.

[puddlefish]

Here's some more work on the original. Explosions are difficult to paint, no?
Have I gone too far with these, are they too overpowering?
Let me know what you think.

[seppomatik]

i just found these images, maybe they´re an inspiration

[seppomatik]

and this one:

[cathode]

I *dig* the aged photo, looks great! I challenge you to a duel, my bomber against your speedy fighter! :buttrock:

[puddlefish]

thanks for the images, they're great. I really think the spitfire is one of the best looking planes ever produced. Beautiful shape.

[Skyraider3D]

Felix: no, depends on mark

Mk.I: 8 .303s
Later marks had 20-mm cannon and less machine guns

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