tiking Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 This diorama is nothing new. That's because it is a smaller version of the first diorama I built some years ago, which I dismantled because of unsatisfactory reasons. But, I wanted to do a smaller version of the previous one, but was not sure how I wanted it. So here is that same diorama with exception of the US figures. I wanted the attention to be on the opposite side. I think I am satisfied with this version, although, I am sure there will be others who preferred the latter diorama to this. But no worries. To each, his own. BTW, I still have not improved on my figure painting as the figures have been left the same as on the previous diorama. Simply have not enough time to fully concentrate on that. So, I only, repainted certain parts of the figures and weathered them a little. I was hesitant in showing this diorama due to the figures not being up to standard. But I have been busy with other Sci-FI projects lately. Anyhow, I hope you all like this version 2, regardless of the first. Thanks for your support and pepping me on my journey towards improvement. Small note. I had done more weathering after these photos were taken on the building. 22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badder Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 Superb. I love the sign! And your figure painting is fine. Rearguards, Badder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darby Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 (edited) Excellent work. I have to admit though; I have smoked within 500nm of Baghdad. Edited September 28, 2016 by Darby spelling 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiking Posted September 28, 2016 Author Share Posted September 28, 2016 Thanks guys. Hihi! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob 1 Posted September 29, 2016 Share Posted September 29, 2016 Wow, excellent work, nicely composed and finished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiking Posted September 30, 2016 Author Share Posted September 30, 2016 Thank you Rob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celt Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 A very contemporary dio,very nice.Love the no smoking sign. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Squarehead Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 That's even better than the original, much more focussed and equally beautifully composed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiking Posted October 3, 2016 Author Share Posted October 3, 2016 4 hours ago, Sgt.Squarehead said: That's even better than the original, much more focussed and equally beautifully composed. Much appreciated. Thank you. Kinda agree that it is more focused than the previous one. That was probably one of the reasons I was not 100% satisfied with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billydick Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 Oh very nice contemporary and imaginative dio .. like the way you've converted and painted the figures. In fact I like everything about it ! BillyD 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiking Posted October 4, 2016 Author Share Posted October 4, 2016 Thanks Billy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiking Posted October 20, 2016 Author Share Posted October 20, 2016 This was version 1.5 before it became version 2: 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreadeddrew Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Hi Tiking, I think both dio's are great,you can feel the tension in Version 2 & it's left to your imagination as to what's about to happen,where as the original has an almost comedic feel about it,both sides tentatively peering around the corner. Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiking Posted October 20, 2016 Author Share Posted October 20, 2016 Thank you Andrew for your assessment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badder Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Hi Tiking, I like both versions. They both have positives. But I understand your dilemma. Every time I make a dio I try to make it the best I can, but within a few weeks I'm picking holes in it and want to improve it. My Villers Bocage dio has been stripped right back to just the one building rather than two, and everything else has been removed in readiness for rebuilding, but now I'm even beginning to doubt the one remaining building! So, I'll probably have to rebuild that as well. In other words, I will have completely destroyed the original diorama, and will be building another! But we do this in the quest for perfection. It's all part of the learning process. I always look forward to seeing your dios, whether they be new or upgraded ones. ps I'd really love to see what you can do with WWII armour! Rearguards, Badder 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiking Posted November 4, 2016 Author Share Posted November 4, 2016 Thank you Badder. You got me figured. Exactly how I feel. Perfection is a b*tch! But that's how we improved. WWII armour uh? Well, I am in no hurry to test it out. Got too many projects in my mind and always never enough time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob 1 Posted November 8, 2016 Share Posted November 8, 2016 (edited) Very good, both are excellent, although the recently added diorama has an extra appeal and looks particularly real. Great work. Edited November 8, 2016 by Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiking Posted November 8, 2016 Author Share Posted November 8, 2016 Thank you kindly for your comment Rob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadman Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Just found this one. It's all rather excellent -- and provides plenty food for thought. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carius Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 I agree, both dios are great. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpha Delta 210 Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 I love version 2. All aspects are great - the figures, vehicle, building, the rubbish! What more can I say?!👍👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiking Posted February 26, 2017 Author Share Posted February 26, 2017 5 hours ago, Cadman said: Just found this one. It's all rather excellent -- and provides plenty food for thought. Thank you. Now you see what I meant about the rebel figures? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimme Shelter Posted March 1, 2017 Share Posted March 1, 2017 cor - bopth old and new variants look quite superb. I wouldn't worry yourself too much about your figure painting as I'm well convinced at the quality and reality of your work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiking Posted March 1, 2017 Author Share Posted March 1, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, Gimme Shelter said: cor - bopth old and new variants look quite superb. I wouldn't worry yourself too much about your figure painting as I'm well convinced at the quality and reality of your work Thank you kindly. Edited March 1, 2017 by tiking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomMajor Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Where do you get all the signs from, do you make them yourself? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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