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Post by iceman555 on Sept 23, 2012 15:29:28 GMT -5
I've never built a diorama, so I figured it was time to step out of my comfort zone. My son and I have been wanting to work on one together and I'd say its about time we did. This should take some time as there will be a lot of trial and error. Not sure what we'll end up with yet so we're going to build some stuff and then put things together. Had this box laying around so we put them together. Looks like they're ready for some paint. And then they have to get to work? There's lots to do!    |
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Post by iceman555 on Sept 26, 2012 22:00:30 GMT -5
These guys were looking a bit pale so I put some color on to their skin. I think once their hair is colored they will look a bit better. Someone has been out in the sun too long...    Working slowly on this entire diorama. An old junker with these fellas working on it is the vision we have..... |
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Post by iceman555 on Nov 1, 2012 15:07:26 GMT -5
Ok so I finally found the beater I wanted for this. It came across the last box of kits I got. Took it form this:  To this:    Then to this:   Coming along slowly but surely... |
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Post by harron68 on Nov 1, 2012 16:54:49 GMT -5
Very very cool! Congrats on taking a big step. Can u give us info on where the men came from? They remind me a bit of the long ago "Ulrich Mini men" except they weren't posed. All their joints could be glued in position. This is a bit easier.
I've done only 3 dios in my time and really haven't had the building itch in decades. I still admire those with dedication and I luv to see all the new techniques and styles plastic is put through. Thanx for your fine contribution, great fotos too!
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Post by iceman555 on Nov 1, 2012 17:39:14 GMT -5
The men are from the fujimi garage and tools mechanic set. They all come in 4 pieces each.
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Post by johnj on Nov 2, 2012 9:09:11 GMT -5
Hey Iceman: I can't believe this will be your first diorama. You are off to such a good start. I envy the figures you have. Haven't been able to find any that are suitable for my next diorama. By the way, what did you use for the ground cover? It is very realistic.
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Post by iceman555 on Nov 2, 2012 10:19:29 GMT -5
Thanks for the comments. I painted the board earth brown from model masters. A heavy wet coat then sprinkled....ok it was a big handful of real dirt....after I dusted that off, I sprayed some spray adhesive and threw on some wet dirt on it. Some of the dirt that stuck to the adhesive kind of rolled off, but this is what came out of it all. Not sure if it was going to work and I didn't want to spend any money on that fake stuff not knowing how to use it....I know how to use dirt, hahaha. I get full of it all the time?
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Post by Steve-o on Nov 3, 2012 7:04:55 GMT -5
Looks great !! ;D
I like it !!! 
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Post by iceman555 on Nov 4, 2012 17:14:03 GMT -5
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Post by harron68 on Nov 5, 2012 7:21:44 GMT -5
What's with vandals these days? Anyone would steal the battery first! Kids, just too busy with electronic devices now!!!!
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Post by johnj on Nov 5, 2012 8:36:01 GMT -5
This is really looking great. I have a suggestion though; I would do some heavy weathering of the building side and the fence so that they are more in tune with the beater.
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Post by iceman555 on Nov 5, 2012 9:29:09 GMT -5
I agree, John! Some weathering should be coming pretty soon.
Anyone know how to recreate spiderwebs to scale?
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Post by johnj on Nov 5, 2012 10:55:03 GMT -5
Cheap Q-Tip and pull the cotton apart. When it is spread enough it can become a fairly realistic cobweb. The trick is to use CHEAP swabs because the cotton is already loose.
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