NaMoPaiMo Prep: Part I

With the new year comes one of the model horse hobbies big events: NaMoPaiMo or National Model (Horse) Painting Month. NaMoPaiMo starts on February 1st and goes to the end of the month. Registration is open now & will remain open till the 31st. Painters choose a model to paint during Feb. and the goal is to do something different or new.

 In the past two years I’ve tried new techniques while also painting different scales of models. This year I’m on Classic or 1:12 scale. Originally, my plan was to use the Breyer Bucking Bronco mold & turn him into a dappled blue pegasus with hand sculpted wings. Alas, I tore the ligaments in my left shoulder & twisting wire to create a sturdy support for the wings is out of the question. Luckily, like many hobbyists, I have a “body” box; so I was not lacking in choices for a new model to paint.

Wanting to stick with my chosen fantasy theme I grabbed a 1:12 scale Hartland Morgan mare who will be turned into a Kirin (possibly a stallion). The model has some seams that need to be sanded as well as needing the Kirin features added. Overall, it’s easier to get ready than my other choice.

So prepping will be going on as I finish the pig magnets/medallions to put up for sale witv the rest of the Year of the Pig pieces.

Till the next time!