"Vesty" completed.

Vesty completed.

The (1/20th scale) young lady member of the militia has been completed and stands on a hand-made clay base.

The painting is all acrylic.....no oils in this project.....and I am very pleased with the way the Vallejo "Air" acrylics work when brushed on.

I am also delighted with the casting from this manufacturer (ZLPA) because the detail is so fine and crisp, right down to the smallest item. You cannot see the watch face because my camera does not focus down to that macro distance, but the two hands are included in the casting. Incredible in something this size!

A pleasure to assemble and paint.

I have another from the "Girls In Action" series in 1/20th scale and will feature her here in due course.

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