It took me a while yo settle on a look for the Dryads. I’m pleased to say the 32 Dryads I have worked on are almost complete. I plan on ordering some grass tufts and flower blossom tufts. The catch is Canada Post is most likely going on strike this week or next. Once I finish basing the Dryads they will remain a mystery. Until then I present my Treelord Ancient.
I chose to go with the grey bark on this model for the older look. Grey bark seems to have a more mature look to it. For the joints I chose to go with an exposed tree if the bark was pulled off. I start with Rakarth Flesh. Next step is applying Agrax Earthshade. I go over with Rakarth again, followed by Karak Stone, Ushabi Bone and finally a 50/50 mix of Ushabi and white.
I had Waagh Flesh with Coelia Greenshade on the vines. I was dissatisfied with how the green looked with the pink. You’ll see vines painted various colours. In the end I chose Elysian Green and Ogryn Camo. That mix is by the pink beard.
The next models on the to do list is a Treeman and Spirit of Durthu thus completing the Forest Spirit Warhost. I have 500 more points to invest in for Wargasm happening in November.
Thanks for reading.
The Roost of Turkadactyl 
I really like that, it came together well for sure. The pink is a nice touch that helps everything pop out.
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By: Thousand Eyes on August 25, 2016
at 1:50 am
Thanks. I’m really enjoying painting this army. It’s a nice change from everything else I’ve painted. Also a first for painting with pink.
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By: Turkadactyl on August 27, 2016
at 12:45 pm
That pink is hot! 🙂 I’m loving the cherry blossom look in contrast to the dark grey bark. He looks fantastic.
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By: Joe B. on August 28, 2016
at 6:30 am
Thanks. I’m looking forward to playing some games with painted models.
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By: Turkadactyl on August 30, 2016
at 12:39 pm
Dude that is looking seriously awesome. Just love how the greys and vibrant pinks work together. I am seriously tempted to do an AOS Sylvaneth army now.
(Ps I hope this comment loads. The last one got lost in the aether. I seem to have a problem with the wordpress commenting system somehow)
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By: NafNaf on August 30, 2016
at 12:30 pm
Thanks. Give in and start an army. The aesthetics are completely different from any other army. It’s been a treat to paint these models. Lots of free range for colour schemes as well.
Bummer about the problems with wordpress commenting system. I have to spend some $ to upgrade and I think I will be able to import disqus. I will upgrade eventually.
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By: Turkadactyl on August 30, 2016
at 12:42 pm
Any chance you can tell me what colours you used for the grey bark and the pink leaves please?
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By: Christian Bailey on December 31, 2017
at 6:55 am
All colours are from GW.
Grey bark- Black primer, Mechanicus Standard grey, wash with Nuln Oil. Dry brush Mechanicus Standard Grey, Dawnstone, Administratum Grey, Longbeard Grey.
Pink leaves- Screamer Pink, *optional- wash with Druchii Violet (the leaves are small so this step probably not necessary. I used this step on the Ancient’s loincloth then went over with Screamer Pink except the recesses), Emperor’s Children, Fulgrim Pink, white.
Hope this helps. I plan in doing a How To Paint in 2018. My steps are scattered over too many posts. I need to consolidate.
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By: Turkadactyl on January 2, 2018
at 3:28 pm