We have all been to a show, or browsing though the internet,
and come across a model with a heart-melting paint job. Whether it's the
vibrant color, labyrinth of intricate markings, incredible detail, or just the
overall piece, it has most likely happened a few times. After a while you might
have noticed all those gorgeous models were painted by the same artist, either
because the artist has a "signature look" about all their work, or
you came across the artist's website. Whatever the reason, those models really
stuck out and were hard to forget.
For me, those models are the beautiful works of Chris
Nandell-Flint, of Beau Cheveaux
Creations. Ever since joining the hobby, I have always admired her
work. The paint jobs are so clean and smooth looking, with eyes that are so
neat and tidy that they look real. Her eyes really stick out, you can spot a
piece painted by her from a mile away. At live shows you can go through the
champs and class winners and easily pick out the models she painted. They are
unlike any other artist's work.
This is a model painted by Chris Nandell-Flint, shown at The Region X Championships.
The shading is outstanding. It looks soft and natural,
giving the model depth and a bright appearance. Her work with oils is, in my
opinion, some of the best out there. The pieces don't look overly complicated,
as some models do. The artist tries to pack so much shading and color in
that it looks like too much. Not Chris Nandell-Flint, she makes it all work and
come together perfectly -- while maintaining a very high level of detail.
This is a model painted by Chris Nandell-Flint, shown at The Region X Championships. This particular model is owned by Kate Cabot.
Though, my favorite part of her work, other than her
beautiful bright red bays (which happen to be my favorite!), and the eyes.
It's all in the eyes!
Model painted by Chris Nandell-Flint, shown at Albany Area Regional Halter Bash 2014.
I can very proudly say I will soon own a piece painted by
this extremely talented artist. Literally one of my hobby dreams come true!
Model painted by Chris Nandell-Flint, shown at The Region X Championships.
Model painted by Chris Nandell-Flint, shown at Albany Area Regional Halter Bash 2014.
I also feel the need to show these amazing dapples! So soft
and well blended, not overly done like Breyer's chicken wire dapples. Beautiful!
Model Painted by Chris Nandell-Flint, shown at Albany Area Regional Halter Bash 2014.
Be sure to check out her very, very long Hall Of Fame! It's
awesome, and so is her Trade Secrets Customizing book, as mentioned in a
previous post. More examples of her work can be found on her website.
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