The Hunter Hunted, JP Ardennes

[elco]

Hi folks, i think it is nice to transfer this from the My Hobby forum









The stencils



And the basic weathering





Starting the base





After this i got stuck, the story and figures i planned didn't work so i placed this project in the freezer..uhh on the shelf..until now

I using 2 figures who will tell the story, replaced the snow with fresh snow what matches the time line during the battles. I am going to make a pine tree who provides the cover from the spotted plane the crew is watching.

[elco]

Working on the pine tree and figure..

[elco]

Tree numberrrr 2, it is a bit difficult to make a shoot of the whole trees, waiting for a larger background so i can make bigger pics..





Now it is time to finish the figure and start with number 2. When finished i make the SBS for pine trees, shoot a lot of pics of every step.

Now back to the mancave and paint!

Thnx for checking in and let me know what ya"ll think so far :shifty:

[elco]

Finaly finished the first figure and worked trough the pea dot camo of the second dude his jacket :crazy:







This figure was real nice to do and is done with acrylics and the camo with oils. It works great to connect all spots together in several thin layers and see the build up just like the real fabric.

Don't do a lot of figures because i realy need to focus and always need two shots getting it right

Thnx again for watching and till next time :shh:

[elco]

Still on the move, i test fitted the second figure but still not finished. Painted the pea dot camo yesterday and this evening i faded the jacket so the colors are less bright and give it some shades. I let it dry for now before spraying a couple of thin layers Vallejo. Matt and then give it some final touches.

The wires look a bit to thick on the pics but in real life it is ok. They were a pain to glue on and i can still adjust them a bit.





Next is to paint some details on the JP, clean the base and...ready?

[elco]

SBS Making pinetrees

The materials



Round piece of wood
Asparagus leaves ( the flat ones)
Hairspray
White glue
Paint
Etc.

Step 1

For this tree i choose a round wooden stick, some use balsa or you can choose for the real deal.

The wood is treaten with a steel brush to make a natural structure, just do it random so you got the look of a real tree





Step 2

Make a point to the wood with a sharp nife, again do it random for a natural effect, after that use the steel brush again



Step 3

Sand down the marks a bit you made with the steel brush and make vertical lines to make it look even more natural



Step 4

Punch or drill tiny holes for the leaves, i used a old airbrush needle in the soft wood



Step 5

Cut down the leaves , big ones below and tiny ones on top and treath them with hairspray. After that bend the leave to get that natural look of hanging pine tree leaves





Leftside the original and rightside the bend down leave





Step 6

Make a sludge wash with the paint you prefer and add it to the wood in several layers



Step 7

When all the leaves are done attach them with white glue, the large ones at the bottem and work your way to the top



After that airbrush them in several green tones

That's it folks, there are all sorts of trees, study them and do what is best for your diorama. I choose for not to much leaves because the JP is standing under it and i didn't want to loose to much sight.

The end result

[elco]

I just made the end pics, it was a enjoyable build and learned a lot for future builds and diorama's. Transfer it back to this forum was the most logical thing to do. Well i hope ya'll enjoyed it, i did!

[elco]

[Leon]

Awesome finish on the JP and base Elco.Very realistic looking.

[TRM]

Great to this one make its way over Elco!! Fine job all the way around!! Love the SBS on the trees!! Thanks for posting!

[dupes]

Wow, man. This is excellent all around - the build, the figs (especially), the tree SBS. Awesome!

[Tojo72]

One of my favorites for sure

[elco]

Thnx for the comments guys, up to the next one. Start building on the GB Stug G again so keep your eyes on the GB topic to see all those Stuggiezz

[wbill76]

Glad you moved this one over Elco. Never get tired of looking at that ambush scheme and the dio gives me chills every time!

[elco]

That ambush scheme is wicked indeed, i am going to a Panther with this scheme for sure in the near future

[armorguy]

This is one of the best topics I've seen, more than just great pics, clear explanation, and man what a result.

One to be VERY PROUD of, defo a winner !

Btw your figures look perfect.

Best regards ! AG.

[elco]

Thnx guys, each build is a learning process for me to make the next one better ( for myself). I am glad you like it Guy, reading this from a top notch diorama builder