Hello,
I am new to these forums and this is my first post. I am looking for information on Ronald Volstad. I collect his model box art, especially the figures in 1/35th. I have always considered his art to be the some of the best I've ever seen, and have wanted to learn more about his approach to figure drawing and painting. I cannot find a lot about him online. It would be great to find out how he works, methods he uses in beginning one of his peices. I myself have studied art technique for a long time, but much of what I do is self-taught. I am really seeking out a group of professionals as well to assist me in getting closer to my goals.
If anyone has any knowledge of Mr. Volstad, and his approach to illustration, or perhaps even a way of contacting him, I would appreciate it.
I also hope that I have posted this in the correct section of the forums. I assume that most military modellers, and especially ones who have worked with figures, are familiar with Mr. Volstad's work. I should also mention I have collected many of the Osprey Books that feature his color plates as well.
If you can help, please let me know.
Ian
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Ronald Volstad
IanArmorArt
Illinois, United States
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Posted: Friday, September 05, 2008 - 05:17 PM UTC
taylgr
Australia
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Posted: Friday, September 05, 2008 - 05:47 PM UTC
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Hello,
I am new to these forums and this is my first post. I am looking for information on Ronald Volstad. I collect his model box art, especially the figures in 1/35th. I have always considered his art to be the some of the best I've ever seen, and have wanted to learn more about his approach to figure drawing and painting. I cannot find a lot about him online. It would be great to find out how he works, methods he uses in beginning one of his peices. I myself have studied art technique for a long time, but much of what I do is self-taught. I am really seeking out a group of professionals as well to assist me in getting closer to my goals.
If anyone has any knowledge of Mr. Volstad, and his approach to illustration, or perhaps even a way of contacting him, I would appreciate it.
I also hope that I have posted this in the correct section of the forums. I assume that most military modellers, and especially ones who have worked with figures, are familiar with Mr. Volstad's work. I should also mention I have collected many of the Osprey Books that feature his color plates as well.
If you can help, please let me know.
Ian
Ian,
Ron regularly posts over on Treadheadz
http://www.network54.com/Forum/526495/
Why don't you drop by regularly and talk to him yourself.
Greg
IanArmorArt
Illinois, United States
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Joined: September 06, 2008
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Posted: Friday, September 05, 2008 - 05:55 PM UTC
Thank you Greg.
I will check out that forum.
Ian
I will check out that forum.
Ian
Fledermaus
New York, United States
Joined: January 05, 2007
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Joined: January 05, 2007
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Posted: Friday, September 05, 2008 - 06:02 PM UTC
He also posts on Missing Lynx.
Grumpyoldman
Consigliere
Florida, United States
Joined: October 17, 2003
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Joined: October 17, 2003
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Posted: Friday, September 05, 2008 - 11:37 PM UTC
And he's been known to post here also.
RonV
Alberta, Canada
Joined: February 13, 2003
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Joined: February 13, 2003
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Posted: Saturday, September 06, 2008 - 03:03 AM UTC
IanArmorArt
Illinois, United States
Joined: September 06, 2008
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Posted: Sunday, September 07, 2008 - 03:23 AM UTC
Mr. Volstad,
Thank you so much for your reply. I am writing a letter to send to your email that you left.
It is an honor to meet you!
Ian
Thank you so much for your reply. I am writing a letter to send to your email that you left.
It is an honor to meet you!
Ian
rchristenson
Alberta, Canada
Joined: June 13, 2008
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Joined: June 13, 2008
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Posted: Friday, December 26, 2008 - 06:46 PM UTC
Mr. Volstad,
I am an Art teacher here in Alberta. Red Deer, actually. I hope you won't mind if I make use of this email as well.
I am an Art teacher here in Alberta. Red Deer, actually. I hope you won't mind if I make use of this email as well.