JAMES ARNOLD SEMINARS

"Crisis in the Snows" A Napoleonic Cocktail Lecture and Book Signing, Friday 5:15 PM, 1 hr; James Arnold – Guest of Honor, Sponsored by Napoleon Books

The autumn of 1806 witnessed one of history's foremost military geniuses, Napoleon Bonaparte, at the apogee of his power. The scale of his victories stunned Europe. He and his veteran warriors appeared invincible. Undaunted, the young Tsar Alexander sent his armies westward to confront the French. Terrain, weather, and luck played critical roles. Then came a seemingly implausible reversal of fortune when an inexperienced Russian army, riven by command dissension, inflicted a pair of severe checks at Pultusk and Golymin. In the first of two lectures, James R. Arnold, the author of "Crisis in the Snows: Russia Confronts Napoleon", describes the tactics, leadership, organization and performance of the rival war machines as they collide in December 1806.

“The Battle of Eylau” A Napoleonic Cocktail Lecture and Book Signing, Saturday 5:15 PM, 1 hr; James Arnold – Guest of Honor, Sponsored by Napoleon Books

Flush with his success at Pultusk, Russian General Leontii Bennigsen assumed overall command of the tsar's forces and launched a surprise offensive. It compelled Napoleon to abandon winter quarters and begin a grueling campaign. Napoleon's brilliant conceived strategic envelopment miscarried. A five-day all-out pursuit finally brought the Russians to bay on the snow covered ground of Eylau in February, 1807. Here over 140,000 French and Russian soldiers fought a terrible battle. They displayed surpassing courage and moments of inspired leadership, and committed costly blunders as victory trembled in the balance. The battle inflicted nearly 60,000 casualties, leaving thousands of dead and wounded littering the exposed slopes as frozen darkness descended. Then and thereafter, both sides claimed victory, but what was absolutely clear was that for the first time in his career Napoleon had met a foe capable of resisting his sweeping strategic thrusts and tactical flourishes. In the second of two lectures, James R. Arnold, the author of "Crisis in the Snows: Russia Confronts Napoleon", describes the Battle of Eylau.

MINIATURES HOBBY UNIVERSITY

HMGS has expanded our class offerings so from now on the Painting University will be known as the Miniatures Hobby University. The “U” offers painting classes, sculpting classes and also terrain classes for all ages and experience levels.

Advance your hobby skills - increase your hobby satisfaction.

Classes are sponsored by Howard Hues/Regal Realms Paints, Acheson Creations, Old Glory 15’s, Pictors Studios and Brigade Games. Classes are FREE with your paid admission. Check for updates regularly. Space is limited. Register early. Sign up sheets will be available in the University Area located in the Lancaster Room (formerly the Gift Shop). Classes are as follows:

Paint'n'Take
Event times: Fri 12 noon - 6:00 pm; Sat 10 am - 6:00 pm, Sun 10 am – 12 Noon
Host: Heather Blush
Sponsor: Brigade Games/Howard Hues Paint/TheWarstore.com

Come sling paint with the best of them at our Cold Wars™ Paint ‘N’ Take. Novice painters can get the basics from our experienced painting team, while experienced painters can hone their skills or try out new techniques and products. Each attendee receives one (1) 25mm figure. We will be featuring Howard Hues, Vallejo and Reaper Master Series paints as well. Space is first come, first serve and limited so make sure you save time to stop by and paint with us. Feel free to bring miniatures painted at home for gentle critique and helpful hints. Children under 13 welcome with an adult present.

Speed Painting Contest
Event will be run once: Sat. 6 PM
Duration: 1 hr
Host: Heather Blush
Sponsor: Brigade Games/Howard Hues Paint

This amazingly fun contest will test your painting skills. Contestants will get one (1) figure and 1 hour to paint it. No problem you say, well be warned our painting staff will challenge you . . . This event will be run only 1 time during Cold Wars™ and is limited to 10 people—register early. The contest is Saturday and starts promptly at 6:00 pm. Entrants must arrive promptly—we cannot admit late arrivals. No exceptions.

Ship Painting
Event time: Fri. 2 PM
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Ed Dowgiallo
Sponsor: Howard Hues Paints

The focus of this class will be on basic naval ship painting – painting wood and iron and different techinques for painting water. Perfect for those civil war IronClads.

Scenery Painting
Event times: Fri. 2 PM, Sat. 2 PM
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Allison Thiel
Sponsor: Acheson Creations

Scenery Painting is a slightly different skill set from miniature painting. Participants receive one (1) resin scenery piece and instruction on how to paint and finish it so that it looks great on the tabletop.

Freehand Painting
Event time: Fri 4 PM
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Jenna Korzen
Sponsor: Brigade Games

Freehand painting? What’s that, you ask? Class on painting details such as scrollwork,

Standards, shields and trim for capes or garments. Very useful for tattoos and other “adornments” for your specialty figures.

Painting for Complete Beginners
Event: Fri. 4 PM, and Sat. 2 PM

Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Heather Blush
Sponsor: Brigade Games

Is the primary color of your army primer? Have your been watching your significant other paint and thought "I could do that," Have you been "hanging around" learning about the hobby, but haven't tried painting your own army yet for fear of scaring your opponents with your painting skills rather than your tactics? Have we got a class for you! Come learn painting basics in a friendly, non-competitive manner. You'll be amazed at what a different a few simple techniques make. Students receive one primed 25mm miniature to paint and keep.

Painting Seminar – “Unraveling the Mysteries of the Paint”
Event time: Fri. 6 PM
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Heather Blush
Sponsor: TheWarStore.com/Brigade Games

Round Robin Open discussion with the Senior Painting Staff members. Ever wonder why your blues look “muddy” when you mix them? What’s the big deal with “Hobby” Paint? What’s the difference between ink and paint? How do you “wash” a mini? What EXACTLY do judges look for in a painting contest figure? Painted figure critique will be available during this time also – This is a perfect opportunity to start planning your Historicon painting contest entries.

Come chat with Master painters Jenna Korzen, John Newman and Judy Northwood – ask Dorothy Catapano those dastardly terrain questions, ask Heather anything you want.

Painting for Children
Event time: Sat. 12 PM
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Larissa Hefner
Sponsor: TheWarStore.com/Brigade Games

Children, age 5-12, will be taught painting basics, simple color theory, as well as proper brush & paint care. Students will receive one primed figure to paint. Parental accompaniment strongly requested (Parents will receive a miniature to paint along with their child)

Sculpting: The Basics
Event time: Sat. 12 PM
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Don Goddard
Sponsor: TheWarStore.com/Brigade Games

Learn the foundation steps for creating your own miniatures. Everything you wanted to know about materials, tools, and techniques, but were afraid to ask will be covered by the infamous “sock puppet” sculptor, Don “Wee Sparky” Goddard, himself.

Constructing 15mm Buildings
Event time: Sat. 2 PM
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Scott Kramer
Sponsor: Howard Hues Paints

Learn how to make buildings from card and scrap. This lecture class will cover all of the finer points of creating good looking 15mm buildings – a must for turning out a well dressed gaming table.

Painting Black/Painting White
Event time: Sat. 4 PM
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Jamie Fenimore
Sponsor: Pictors Studios

Professional painter, Jamie Fenimore of Pictor’s Studios will teach a class specifically aimed at learning how to shade and highlight black and white – invaluable information. What painter hasn’t been frustrated by this?

Terrain Design and Layout
Event time: Sat. 4 PM
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Dorothy Catapano
Sponsor: TheWarstore.com

Love those great “star quality” game designs? It starts with the terrain. Come learn the why and wherefore of pink foam, paint and flock. Your instructor will walk you through why and how to design a great looking battle table. This lecture class will cover rocks, trees, water, special terrain features and much much more.

Painting Equus Caballus (Horses, Silly!)
Event time: Sat. 4 PM
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Host: Judith Northwood
Sponsor: Brigade Games

It’s BAACK! By popular, overwhelming demand. How to paint realistic horses. Not much more to say. Got cavalry? You need this class. Students receive 25mm horse figure to paint.

Questions may be emailed to Heather Blush at painting@coldwars.org.

TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

Click here! This downloadable pdf file covers all tournaments that are scheduled for Cold Wars 2008, to include NASAMW, Warhammer Ancients, Flames of War and so on. If you would like to run a tournament in 2008, please Email Coordinator Scott Holder as soon as possible. Space is normally limited.

Convention Site Floor and Room Layout

Need to find out exactly where your favorite game is located within the Lancaster Host Resort? Simply click here to go to our Convention Site Webpage to find full color floor diagrams showing where all the gaming rooms are located and how to get to them. Gives you a good idea of where to park as well, and parking is still free.

Events Manager and overall PEL guru is Bob van der Kamp at 7 Plymouth CT, Mount Holly, NJ 08060. You can Email Bob if you have any concerns or questions at events@coldwars.org.

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Updated 10 March 2008!