British Red Devil Paratrooper
Standard Rifleman (heroic) - British Airborne Forces 1944-1945. 28mm & 15mm compatible. Realistic colours, historically accurate, easy-to-follow steps.
Step-by-Step
- 1
Priming
Use a good quality primer (grey or black). Ensure all detail is covered.
Grey/Black Primer - 2
Base Coats
Paint main colours on all areas. Use thin layers for good coverage.
Khaki Green (882)US Field Drab (988)Khaki (975) - 3
Shading
Add washes to recesses and folds. Use a dark brown/green mix.
Dark Brown/Green Wash - 4
Highlights
Dry brush lighter tones on edges. Focus on folds, creases and raised detail.
Lighter Denison Tones - 5
Details
Pick out webbing, buckles, buttons, etc. Add metal and wood detail to weapons.
Gunmetal (863)Mahogany Brown (846) - 6
Camouflage
Add Denison pattern with careful brushwork. Use fine, irregular shapes.
Olive Green (880)Brown (883) - 7
Final Touches
Add dirt, dust and wear. Highlight edges, especially boots & gear.
Earth Tones - 8
Finished
Check for missed areas. Add matte varnish to protect the paint.
Matte Varnish
Recommended Paints
Vallejo palette: Denison Smock base Khaki Green (882), Denison Smock brown (883), Denison Smock dark green Olive Green (880), US Field Drab (988) trousers, Khaki (975) webbing & pouches, British Helmet Green (924), Black (950) boots, Basic Skin Tone (845), Mahogany Brown (846) wooden rifle, Gunmetal (863) metal.
Techniques
Grey or black primer, layered base coats, dark wash shading, dry-brush highlights, careful Denison camouflage pattern brushwork, matte varnish finish.