eddiesolo Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 (edited) I got this part built model of a liner to redo but it was too far gone to get it back to its former glory. I ended up using it as a rusting techniques test piece. Si:) Edited December 18, 2015 by eddiesolo 28 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeW Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 I think it is safe to say you have the 'rusting technique' down to a science. It is magnificent - as is the water. I'll venture to say this is a more interesting piece to look at than the liner restored to it's former glory would have been. Shades of "Raise the Titanic" here -both pieces. Enjoyed seeing this. Cheers, Mike 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 (edited) Brilliant, right off the front cover of the Clive Cussler book. Sorry, should've said movie poster Steve. Edited December 18, 2015 by stevehnz 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 (edited) Great job! It looks like something you'd see off of Namibia. Regards, Jason Edited December 18, 2015 by Learstang 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestar12chris Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 Very nicely done, love the water effect. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan P Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 (edited) Outstanding job! You can almost taste the rust. (Not that I go around tasting rusty things, but you get the idea!) Edited December 18, 2015 by Alan P 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 Hello,Eddiesolo - A sad spectacle but a fine piece of modelling on all counts.The rust technique needs no further practice and looks as good as rust can be.The sea is also a work of art.All the best,Paul. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddiesolo Posted December 18, 2015 Author Share Posted December 18, 2015 Thank you guys, appreciate it very much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinnerboy Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 wow! please share, how did you create the rust and the water effects? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddiesolo Posted December 18, 2015 Author Share Posted December 18, 2015 wow! please share, how did you create the rust and the water effects? Firstly, many thanks glad you like it. Right the effects. The model was painted in the normal colours. Then it was distressed by hacking apart, lines were added and glued. Once the paint had dried it was sealed using a matt varnish. I then made a mix using three rust pigments: Rail rust, old rust and new rust. Once I got the look I applied using pigment fixer and a fine soft brush. To create the streaks I used a Q-tip with some more pigment fixer to remove and drag-this shows the paintwork underneath but more rusty. The base and water is just a piece of ply with a spray coating of metallic blue, once dry the model was positioned and stuck down using silicon sealant. The rest is just clear sealant applied using a tea spoon to create the swirls and peaks, around the model to create the more rough looking water you use a brush dipped in cold water and then agitate the sealant, it produces the more 'frothy' look. The other water effects are just some water effect gel, warmed up and brushed on to give a more wet uniform look against the model sides etc. Hope this helps. Si:) 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGA Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 Gorgeous!!!!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busnproplinerfan Posted December 19, 2015 Share Posted December 19, 2015 (edited) Looks like the Titanic just sprang back to life. I still have to get around to practicing rust like this. I saw a youtube video describing a very similar method for doing the water. You gave more ideas with your cold and warm water touches. Edited December 19, 2015 by busnproplinerfan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bootneck Posted December 19, 2015 Share Posted December 19, 2015 Models of the Queen Mary are usually seen in the full gloss colours of Cunard and to see it built in this configuration is a wonderful departure from the norm. The weathering is really good and the sea has that turbulent effect of an area around rocks offshore. A perfect setting for a grounding! Excellent. Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stesca Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 I think you have created a trademark style Eddie, another excellent one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince1159 Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 Amazing,sunken subs and wrecked liners,can't wait to see what's next.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpnuts Posted December 20, 2015 Share Posted December 20, 2015 (edited) I well remember this one Si forgotten how good it was, guys this guy is a master of rust, everything I know I learnt from him, trust me you have some treats to come, Si is a master of weathering. Post your tractor Si, please I love that one. Oh or the alien one, that is superb, so atmospheric. Edited December 20, 2015 by kpnuts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddiesolo Posted December 20, 2015 Author Share Posted December 20, 2015 Thank you guys, nice to know that it looks the part and appreciate the comments. I well remember this one Si forgotten how good it was, guys this guy is a master of rust, everything I know I learnt from him, trust me you have some treats to come, Si is a master of weathering. Post your tractor Si, please I love that one. Oh or the alien one, that is superb, so atmospheric. Steady on Ken... very nice of you to say so, I have a lot to learn about modelling from some of the superb builds on this site, still trawling through. I have posted the Alien one, as for the tractor...okay seen as you asked for it. Si:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 Brilliant Diorama see something new every time I look through the photos great way of achieving the rusty look Beefy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddiesolo Posted December 23, 2015 Author Share Posted December 23, 2015 Brilliant Diorama see something new every time I look through the photos great way of achieving the rusty look Beefy Thanks mate, appreciate it. Chuffed it has worked and you enjoyed looking at my work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark4700 Posted February 14, 2016 Share Posted February 14, 2016 Superb. And an excellent explanation as to how it's done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick Posted February 14, 2016 Share Posted February 14, 2016 great work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddiesolo Posted February 14, 2016 Author Share Posted February 14, 2016 Superb. And an excellent explanation as to how it's done. Thanks Mark, my way is just one way to do the look, it worked for me. Glad you like it. great work Cheers Mick, pleased you like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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