Andy Moore Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 (edited) Hi Guys Well, first build post here on Britmodeller. This is Trumpeters rather nice Akatsiya 152mm Howitzer started back in late November and finally finished a couple of weeks ago. This was my first Trumpeter kit and I really enjoyed it. The level of detail was fantastic. I'd collected ref shots to add detail only to find most of it was already there. For the most part it was built OOB but I added a muzzle cover from green stuff along with a tarp on the rear of the turret Hope you enjoy the shots Incidentally, just wondering if anyone will spot the subtle reference? The last step was to add it to a Model Scene grass base set in a photo frame Thanks for looking Andy Edited January 31, 2015 by AndyRM101 34 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Beautifully built/finished and photographed, what an entrance for a first post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 That's a real stunner!! Really like the paint, weathering, base, photo's....top job all round!! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finnthedude Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Incidentally, just wondering if anyone will spot the subtle reference? Andy Acacia trees in last image? Beautiful build, absolutely stunning. Finnthedude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG058 Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Very nice! Great work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dads203 Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Stunning build fella, a real cracker :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calum Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Great build and great photography Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Fantastic work, looks great nice job on the paint and weathering Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foghorn Leghorn Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 That is a stunner, beautiful finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Moore Posted January 31, 2015 Author Share Posted January 31, 2015 Thanks for all the comments and kind words everyone Much appreciated Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpha Delta 210 Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Hi Andy. Welcome to BM. That is an awesome-looking model, finished to perfection. Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackG Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Back here for a second viewing, really have to comment on how great it all looks. Just marvelous the crispness and lighting, obviously you know your way around the camera. Would you be kind enough to share the settings used for these beautiful photos, average distance between subject and lens, do you rely on any zoom at all, and must be a special lighting setup? regards, Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Moore Posted January 31, 2015 Author Share Posted January 31, 2015 Hi Jack, thanks for the kind words I do use a lighting rig but it's quite a basic setup (complete with natty cardboard box as a stand) The light units are five bulbs apiece using 115W CFL daylight bulbs. The whole lot cost me just £75 inc. softboxes and stands. In terms of camera settings these were shot at ISO 100 and f/18 and I got in close with a wide angle lens on the 3 quarter shots, the side on views were a little further back at about 100mm on the lens. There was some post work in photoshop to set the white levels and adjust the contrast. The final shot was composited against a shot of the fields at the back of my house. Hope this helps Andy 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackG Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Cheers Andy, thank you for the quick response. How about white balance - preset or auto? Other settings seem close to what I am using. Looks like a photo booth is key to bring up the quality, I've always relied on natural lighting. regards, Jack 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stesca Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Superb Andy, excellent colour modulation and nice weathering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Moore Posted January 31, 2015 Author Share Posted January 31, 2015 Cheers Andy, thank you for the quick response. How about white balance - preset or auto? Other settings seem close to what I am using. Looks like a photo booth is key to bring up the quality, I've always relied on natural lighting. regards, Jack The white balance is on manual set to daylight. That's 5200K on my Canon but the lights are rated at 5500K which leaves the shots with a slight cool cast. Sometimes I'll adjust that in Lightroom and sometimes I'll leave it as is depending on what looks better. I wouldn't say lights are essential but they're more reliable than daylight. At this time of year there just isn't enough natural light to shoot by unless you push the ISO up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommy1drop Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Fantastic build and finish, cracking work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeKay Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 Simply stunning Andy Brian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HL-10 Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 That is an impressive bit of modelling ! Wonderful finish, and great weathering effects Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david v Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Very nice indeed,can you tell me what paints you used, as the colour modulation looks great. Dave 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junco Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Another very nice finish there! Neil 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Moore Posted February 7, 2015 Author Share Posted February 7, 2015 Very nice indeed,can you tell me what paints you used, as the colour modulation looks great. Dave Thanks Dave Probably easier if I show you the painting sequence It was base coated in Tamiya XF-81 RAF Dark Green That was highlighted with a mix of 80% XF-67 NATO Green and 20% XF-76 Gray Green A second fading layer was added with the same paints but with the ratios swapped (20% XF-67 & 80% XF-76) The previous step left the finish looking a bit pale and pasty so I added a colour wash with Vallejo model air 006 Camo Light Green. I also picked out the bolt heads and other small details with Ammo 934 Russian Highlight After that some washes were added with brown, blue, yellow and green oils I also did some toning and shading with Vallejo 966 Turquoise. That was just brushed on then feathered with a clean, damp brush Sorry for the long post, hope it helps All the best Andy 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wogga Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Makes me want to give up now, superb. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david v Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 Thanks Andy,that is really helpful,and being able to follow the pics means I can now paint my Russian greens. Many thanks Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david v Posted February 17, 2015 Share Posted February 17, 2015 HI Andy, just a quick question, did you apply a satin coat prior to the colour wash with Vallejo,and oils. I have followed your paint instructions on my BRM3 With ERA and am relly pleased at how its turning out. Will post pics as soon as I have finished it. Many thanks Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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