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Post by Leon on Sept 6, 2015 14:15:27 GMT -5
Boots,thank you mate! The more I look at it,it will be just fine.   Bill,thank you! I think the humidity was a factor as I had a window open in the cave while working on this.  You must have read the wife's mind,as she suggested adding some color to.  I SHALL PREVAIL GUYS!!!!!! |
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Post by TRM on Sept 6, 2015 18:25:04 GMT -5
Way to hang in there Leon! It's looking great btw! A little color should dial it back in for you if it does not clear up! Keep it going!!
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Post by Leon on Sept 6, 2015 19:01:31 GMT -5
Todd thank you! Going to set this aside a few days and see what happens.If it clears or not then i'll proceed with adding some color.
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Post by deafpanzer on Sept 9, 2015 9:41:40 GMT -5
I am with guys... you did great for your first attempt!!! Sorry for being late... you probably have seen my posts on FB. I really dig those flags!
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Post by Leon on Sept 9, 2015 11:19:19 GMT -5
Hi fellas,figured out why the gel didn't turn clear! I accidentally used the modeling paste instead of the gel.I post a pic when I get home from work of what i started to add.
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Post by Leon on Sept 9, 2015 11:22:21 GMT -5
Andy,thank you buddy! I can fix it and it'll be fine.
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Post by Tobi on Sept 9, 2015 13:10:10 GMT -5
Leon, don't know which product you've choosen, but I remember when using Vallejo wave effects myself on a diorama it took endless until it became clear though it wasn't much. Easily a month, I really can't tell exactly because I didn't look after it every day.  This was in 2007, sorry for capturing your thread. Won me my first medal (bronze) on Panzer-Modell.de |
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Post by Leon on Sept 9, 2015 16:14:50 GMT -5
Tobi,i used Liquitex modeling paste mixed with blue and green paint for the base color.I thought I grabbed the Liquitex gloss gel for the wakes and accidentally grabbed the paste and applied it and that's why it didn't dry clear.I did a little more searching on the gel and depending on the application it will dry from clear to opaque.No real harm done,just a little extra work is all.I started on the bow wave with the gel this time and it's drying fine. No worries on your pic buddy,water effects look good. |
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Post by Leon on Sept 9, 2015 17:15:11 GMT -5
Evening guys,problem solved! Seems I grabbed the modeling paste instead of the gel by mistake.Now for an update. I started building up the bow wave with the gel this time and added some water coming out from the side of the hull.I be using the gel to build up the stern wake also.    Thanks for looking,as always ACW. |
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Post by eastrock on Sept 10, 2015 11:17:11 GMT -5
The effects looks great, Leon!!! way to go!!!
Cheers!!!
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Post by wbill76 on Sept 10, 2015 11:54:03 GMT -5
Mystery solved! I think it will be a 'happy accident' though as it will allow you to build up some nice depth and definition to the bow wave, wake, etc. Looking good Leon. |
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Post by Leon on Sept 10, 2015 15:17:01 GMT -5
ER thank you! Bill thank you!A happy accident indeed and hopefully not repeated on any future projects. |
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Post by DeafStuG on Sept 11, 2015 18:27:27 GMT -5
Wow, I missed this topic! Looks good - colourful camo and teeth.
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Post by Leon on Sept 11, 2015 19:14:20 GMT -5
Jeremy,thank you! |
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Post by TRM on Sept 11, 2015 19:53:02 GMT -5
Well done Leon!! Way to work through it!
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Post by Leon on Sept 11, 2015 20:07:10 GMT -5
Thank you Todd! Added another layer of gel to the bow wave and stern wake tonight.Hope to get the Mrs to start painting tomorrow before i procede further. |
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Post by TRM on Sept 11, 2015 20:08:52 GMT -5
Woo Hoo!!! Get that staff to work soon! I still need to have a go at some water...almost ready to start one!! Using this for a little inspiration!! The final push is on! |
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Post by Leon on Sept 11, 2015 20:16:22 GMT -5
Final push indeed,i have less than 2 weeks to finish this for Armorcon! Looking forward to seeing you do a water project. |
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Post by TRM on Sept 11, 2015 20:21:08 GMT -5
Oh yeah...the show!! LOL!! Mind was elsewhere!! Gonna be a good time! I thinking a little water with the tiny Naiad. Need to finish a few things and then I can screw up make the base!!  |
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Post by reserve on Sept 11, 2015 21:08:03 GMT -5
Not a thing wrong with that excellent recovery brother
Regards,
Mark
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Post by Leon on Sept 11, 2015 21:42:54 GMT -5
Thank you Mark! Looks like this little snafu is going to work out just fine. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Sept 15, 2015 13:38:13 GMT -5
I am glad that you got to build the kit because I know I will probably never build it one day. You should be proud especially being your first water based diorama. It can be addictive... I want to do more after my mini-sub build.
Have fun at ArmorCon!
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Post by Leon on Sept 15, 2015 15:39:07 GMT -5
Andy thank you buddy! I am proud of it so far.The Mrs will be able to do her painting on it in a day or two as I'm just finishing up the sides. |
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Post by Leon on Sept 18, 2015 18:45:41 GMT -5
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Post by Tojo72 on Sept 18, 2015 22:06:55 GMT -5
Boy Leon,you did a nice job with the wake and the waves,very convicing.
Sorry I won't see you or this build at Armorcon this year,good luck with it.
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Post by Tobi on Sept 19, 2015 1:42:42 GMT -5
Got to second that! Exquisite result on the waves. Looking very realistic.
The only addition I would make is a little dirt on the upper side of the amtrak, to have a little contrast.
I'm even thinking of masking of the sides in a wavy pattern and then making a little dust wash, to illustrate where the hull has been swept clean from the water. Some clear gloss sprinkles... just an idea.
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Post by Leon on Sept 19, 2015 3:37:08 GMT -5
Anthony thank you! Hopefully next year we'll meet up again. Tobi thank you! Sounds like a great idea you have there.I'll see what I can do. |
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Post by dierk on Sept 19, 2015 6:02:07 GMT -5
Water looks spot on Leon! But, I have to agree with Tobi - at the moment the model sort of looks bone-dry. Maybe also add some AK Wet Effects around the lower parts of the hull? Other than that though: massive Thumbs Up!
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Post by Leon on Sept 19, 2015 6:20:21 GMT -5
Dierk,thank you mate! Your suggestion is much appreciated. |
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Post by wbill76 on Sept 19, 2015 15:58:22 GMT -5
Sounds like the Mrs. has been holding you hostage for the 'honey-do' list! Nice progress Leon, going to look good for the show. |
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