King Day 3 - Sea-horse basecoat done

Well, not much different to look at, except the other side of the horse is done.  Still a lot of highlighting to do before I can tackle the next daunting task.  The cloak.



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  1. Ian22 April 2026 at 19:46

    I wonder if the cloak should be a later task, since it's kinda in the way of various other parts? I might be tempted to the saddle and the King's torso next, myself. Maybe that's my own lack of self-confidence talking.

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  2. Al23 April 2026 at 04:54

    Funny you should mention that, as soon after I posted, I was thinking I needed to at least paint the underside of the cloak before doing any highlighting in case mistakes are made. So yes, I need to do at least part of the cloak next, followed by finishing the king.

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