Rod bettencourt Posted January 11, 2015 Author Share Posted January 11, 2015 They look superb, hard to tell they are models. The only one that I don't really like is the Typhoon, I feel this is picture is unrealistic, mainly because the sky is far too bright and sunny for western Europe! Selwyn I agree with you, but overcast days in Central California have been few the last year or so. I would like to reshoot a few of the pieces in a overcast setting. Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geedubelyer Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 (edited) Hi Rod, I can only echo what everyone else has been saying. Splendid models and equally splendid photography. Just my cup of tea. I do agree with a couple of points already made. You have nailed the perspective in most of these shots which is a big contributor to the realism of the shots. I also agree that about the only thing that allows the viewer to spot that they are models is the lack of chocks, streamers and GSE. Although there are many contenders, for me, the shot below takes first prize. I particularly like the fact that you have n't been tempted to get too close. IMHO this is a key feature and one of the main reasons this photo works. If you had wheel chocks on this model it would be indiscernible from the full sized article. Fantastic stuff, thanks for sharing your images. I remain a huge fan of your work. Cheers. Edited January 16, 2015 by geedubelyer 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSTON Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 (edited) Rod, PHENOMENAL models....set just right. :worthy: All of your Models looks ASTONISHINGLY like THE REAL Aircrafts.. I like them all But I DO LOVE THE WILDCAT... :heart: with or without the' choccywoccy doodah' makes no difference to ME as they ARE INCREDIBLY GORGEOUS .. Your photography is AS EXCELLENT as the models.. {no complaints at all from ME about ANYTHING !} Sir...KUDOS.... THANK YOU for sharing them..appreciate it. Edited January 16, 2015 by HOUSTON Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich G Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 WOW! Nothing else to say other than they all look awesome! Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Just noticed this, where have I been? Stunning photo's of what are clearly stunning builds too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 very very convincing!! it is really hard to tell this are models! natural light and surroundings are hard to imitate! well done, but take care! historians in a few years will report of armed Russian Mi-24s, Hustlers and Sabres at the same airport! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildeSau75 Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Ah Sir, and where are the model pics? Just WOW! Well done. Thanks for posting. Cheers, Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theflyingwelshman Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 One word... Stunning! Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob85 Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 Utterly stunning love how you capture the AC from a modelling point of view and how you photograph them. The tomcat looks particularly good, like you could just jump in! Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwitrogg Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 WOW ! Hard to pick a favourite but I love the Hind ! Gaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod bettencourt Posted May 8, 2015 Author Share Posted May 8, 2015 Added a new photo, more to come. Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James G Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 So realistic! My photography of builds often lets me down, so I will give this a try (unfortunately I think we are less lucky with the weather than you!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 Hope you will excuse this reply post Rod. Excellent pics you do much like I do myself, but unlike you I don't have an airport to hand, instead I use a picture as the background, then take the setup outside in sunlight in my garden. Model is in 1/200 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Heath Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 That looks brilliant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UKguyInUSA Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Wow, those photos combined with the external environment and how well they are taken, brings those babies to life. The realism is palpable! Cheers, Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kampartiger Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Personally,the second picture of the F102 is my favourite.It looks realistic and menacing with all those Aim missiles hanging out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerndM Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Really convincing pictures, these ( well build ) kits look like real ones, amazing ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalkeEins Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 (edited) amazing shots .. and Peter's is just as impressive! Edited May 19, 2015 by FalkeEins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight_Flyer Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Awesome pics The planes look so real not to mention the excellent builds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Wow, my jaw is on the floor.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightningboy2000 Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Definitely love these photos! I'm sure I have seen your articles before on the ARC galleries. My favourite must be your Hustler, would like to see more photos of that, and really love your photos of that Wildcat, really could be the real thing. A pilot is about to jump in that and fire it up! Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Henry Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 SUPER ... SUPER ... SUPER !! I also came to the realization that natural light seems to work better than anything else. Now if I can somehow manage to build models at least half as good as yours .... Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NontasB Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 Awesome collection!! Stunning models and great photography!! You really think that the models are real aircraft!! Amazing!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Dyck Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Absolut hyper realistic. You can be very proud of these pic's . Everything looks perfect. The models the background the light, the clouds on some pic's. Love it very very much please more of it. Thanks for sharing Best regards Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 (edited) Master Modeler and Photographer. Regards, Dirk Edited July 22, 2015 by Orion 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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