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Post by DMNate on Jan 24, 2014 7:22:42 GMT
Here are a couple pictures of my new WIP. Modular wilderness. As you can see, it's highly compatible with the modular cavern set I made.
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Post by DMNate on Jan 24, 2014 7:22:55 GMT
There are a few corner pieces I'd like to make, but I wanted to show a wilderness set going into a cave set. Notice this is multi-tiered, but this is not required.
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Post by DMNate on Jan 24, 2014 7:23:08 GMT
*Reserved*
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Post by DMNate on Jan 24, 2014 7:23:21 GMT
*Reserved*
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Post by tauster on Jan 24, 2014 9:28:08 GMT
I don't like the word 'awesome', but I don't find anything better to describe your work. Sir, I applaud you!
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Post by DMNate on Jan 24, 2014 9:35:22 GMT
You're far too kind, but thank you.  I've got lots more to come with this set. I'll continue to update periodically. |
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Post by monkeywithtacos on Jan 24, 2014 10:18:15 GMT
agreed.... quite awesome work!
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Post by farfade on Jan 24, 2014 11:44:14 GMT
nice work !
very inspiring...
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Post by ashrothedm on Jan 24, 2014 16:05:48 GMT
That makes the cavern tiles even more impressive. What are the modular dimensions you've been using? They look like 8" x 8" or so.
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Post by pedrodevaca on Jan 24, 2014 17:19:54 GMT
Awesome stuff Nate!
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Post by DMNate on Jan 24, 2014 18:24:50 GMT
These are 6" X 6". I chose those so the 3" cavern tiles would fit in them, and line up.
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Post by brutis140 on Jan 25, 2014 3:50:04 GMT
awesome stuff. I said it before and Ill say it again, you sir are revolutionizing the 2.5d modular tiles.
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Post by ashrothedm on Jan 25, 2014 4:35:11 GMT
Also: fill up the reserved posts.
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Post by bloodchoke on Jan 25, 2014 5:34:55 GMT
Man, I LOVE those. Can't wait to see more, and to get a chance to try to rip you off. Gre...I mean, Awesome work, sir!!
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Post by DMNate on Jan 25, 2014 6:46:12 GMT
Haha. It's only ripping me off if you don't post pictures. We all post on here to learn from each other. To advance the carft. .. I mean craft.  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 25, 2014 7:44:10 GMT
Honestly, that is one of the best rivers I have ever seen, it is currently setting the bar for what I would call excellent work.
While your style is quite detailed, it forms a happy half way point between something like Dwarvenforged or Hirst arts style, and the 2.5D style, one I would love to have at my gaming table.
I really enjoy seeing everyone's own artistic spin on things, its such a melting pot of techniques and innovations, every week I see something new and exciting. When I see how your modular cavern tiles blended perfectly in with your outdoors terrain, and how un-cluttered it all is while still looking so appealing.. well, I am impressed.. its a concept carried out with precision and dedication, and onviously a lot of enjoyment!
Well done, looking forward to seeing more!
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Post by DMNate on Jan 25, 2014 7:58:31 GMT
Well, holy craps! Thems some high praises. I appreciate the continual support from everyone. Again, if anyone has questions on how I'm doing things, feel free to ask. I'm here to learn and to teach. I couldn't be where I am if it weren't for those that taught me.
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Post by dmj on Jan 26, 2014 14:31:46 GMT
I was just thinking about a modular village set with a river and some dirt roads myself. Since I fly by the seat of my pants DMing a lot of modular stuff comes in handy. And as always great work.
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Post by pedrodevaca on Jan 26, 2014 17:10:53 GMT
DMNate,
Can you tell us a bit about the construction?
Layered or carved foamcore? Water effects with Mod Podge alone or did you use a resin? If you did use a resin, I'm curious how you prevented the foam from being dissolved?
One thing about your terrain in particular, is that your stuff has a distinct stylistic flavor that is definitely your own. The terraced approach to denoting elevation lends a lot to defining your style. Is this something your conscious of and if so how do you set about maintaining a consistent look? That's something I struggle with often, even when making multiple similar pieces within a set.
In any case, really nice work.
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Post by DMNate on Jan 26, 2014 17:53:33 GMT
As with the cavern set, I used layered foam board (I'm sure one could use cardboard, but I just prefer the look of foamboard). This gives me a lot more control over the depth of the river. It will stay consistent at 1 layer at the deepest, 2 layers near the banks, and 3 layers for the land. It's not readily shown here, but keeping them consistent has the added benefit of having them be reversible. The backs of all the river pieces are grass pieces. I'm in the process of making more 6X6 pieces with more things to choose from (like pathways that will follow a similar pattern to the rivers). I'll add pictures in the *reserved* posts when I'm finished.
As for the water effects, I just used mod podge. A lot of it comes down to working on how your paint looks before you use the mod podge. The mod podge itself is a very thin layer that I sculpted with a Popsicle stick.
As far as consistency goes, I think it simply comes from practice. I come from a background in theatrical scenic design, and have a strong interest in mathematics. Both have led me to have a very particular, and therefore consistent, design method. One thing I always keep in mind is that 1 layer is equal to about 5 feet of elevation.
Again, making pieces consistent comes a lot down to practice. Measure twice, cut once. I actually wish I had taken a little more time when cutting out some of the pieces, as there are gaps between some of them.
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I've got lots more to come with this set. I'll continue to update periodically.
Cheers!
Cheers!