Mainly28s Posted March 3, 2019 Share Posted March 3, 2019 (edited) Straight from the box, brush-painted using Lifecolor paints. It's the first one I've completed in a long time, and maybe the fifth since getting back into model-building after a stroke a few years back. I'm quite pleased with it, although I think my RLM83 is perhaps a little off. Edited March 3, 2019 by Mainly28s Updated links to Flickr, show pictures after experimenting 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturmovik Posted March 3, 2019 Share Posted March 3, 2019 Please post the photos on Flickr or Imgur, I have to log in to Facebook to see them otherwise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skodadriver Posted March 3, 2019 Share Posted March 3, 2019 What Sturmovik says. Normal practice is to post your photos on a hosting site like Flickr, Village Photos, Photobucket (if you must), Postimage and so on and link to that. I've also got a feeling that linking to a Facebook page may incur the displeasure of the moderators. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitchen Modeller Posted March 3, 2019 Share Posted March 3, 2019 Also - you haven't made those photos public - so even if you're logged into facebook you still can't them... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainly28s Posted March 3, 2019 Author Share Posted March 3, 2019 Apologies- I don't usually post much, but I think I've fixed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted April 9, 2019 Share Posted April 9, 2019 On 03/03/2019 at 00:11, Mainly28s said: brush-painted using Lifecolor paints. It's the first one I've completed in a long time, and maybe the fifth since getting back into model-building after a stroke a few years back. without wishing to pry or be rude, as I don't know how your stoke affected you, (reduced dexterity ?) But one thing you may want to try is using thinner coats of paint, I think Lifecolor can be thinned with just water, and/or a flow improver. If the paint is drying too fast, you may need a retarder. (slows drying) I've not tried Lifecolor, but your paint looks like it went on too thickly, though perhaps it might be light on a varnish coat? Just the RLM 81 looks streaky, and the RLM 83 looks a bit thick. Acrylics can be a right sod to brush well, and frequently require a few thin coats. I have found Vallejo model colour to behave very well, though finding the right colors is a PITA as their descriptions leave something to be desired... Flat brushes help as well. I can dig out some tutorials on brushing acrylics as well if you would like. You might also want to check out IPMS East Sussex, they meet in Hailsham http://www.hailsham-district-scale-model-club.org HTH T 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitchen Modeller Posted April 9, 2019 Share Posted April 9, 2019 It's a nice model - well built and a great subject - that canopy looks great. I would echo Troy and say the best way to reduce brushstrokes marks is to use a wide brush and apply thin layers of paint, and slowly build them up, allowing each coat to dry - but with acrylics, this doesn't take long - the process is longer but you'll get a better result. Cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnson Posted April 9, 2019 Share Posted April 9, 2019 Nice looking kit. There's a lot to said for 'straight from the box'. I used to get more fun and satisfaction doing OOB, but these days I always get carried away. Keep it up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainly28s Posted April 9, 2019 Author Share Posted April 9, 2019 Thank you for the comments- I'm not really that much into the whole 100% right thing. I'm building as therapy, so will progress at a definitely slow pace. Believe me, I have done my share of trying to perfect models, but know I won't get to that in a hurry. However, I want to improve, and each one I do will be slightly better. Please feel free to make suggestions; I might not immediately incorporate them, but eventually, as I retrain my hand, they will be used. 1 hour ago, Troy Smith said: without wishing to pry or be rude, as I don't know how your stoke affected you, (reduced dexterity ?) But one thing you may want to try is using thinner coats of paint, I think Lifecolor can be thinned with just water, and/or a flow improver. If the paint is drying too fast, you may need a retarder. (slows drying) I've not tried Lifecolor, but your paint looks like it went on too thickly, though perhaps it might be light on a varnish coat? Just the RLM 81 looks streaky, and the RLM 83 looks a bit thick. Acrylics can be a right sod to brush well, and frequently require a few thin coats. I have found Vallejo model colour to behave very well, though finding the right colors is a PITA as their descriptions leave something to be desired... Flat brushes help as well. I can dig out some tutorials on brushing acrylics as well if you would like. You might also want to check out IPMS East Sussex, they meet in Hailsham http://www.hailsham-district-scale-model-club.org HTH T No worries- nothing bothers me regarding that. The stroke was caused by high cholesterol and stress, and has caused a fairly hefty loss of dexterity in my right hand, along with a nasty case of the shakes whenever I try to do fine work, aggravated by a repeat of most of the warning symptoms last year. There's also a degree of memory loss, and a bit of speech impediment when I get stressed. Oddly enough, the model looks better in real life. I think my photos don't do it justice. However, that said- point taken on the thickness- that's three thin-ish layers, followed by a layer of gloss for the decals, and a layer of matt to tone it down. I think the flat coat is what's caused the streaky look in the pictures. Flat brushes? I may have to try that for the next one (a Spitfire I'm busy with). Yes please on the guides- I'll take any help you have for brushing, as I'm not planning to invest in an airbrush (with my hand control it would be a disaster). Regarding the IPMS- I used to be a member, but I struggle a little with groups, and it causes me anxiety to be in groups of people I don't know, so I prefer not to participate. 20 minutes ago, Kitchen Modeller said: It's a nice model - well built and a great subject - that canopy looks great. I would echo Troy and say the best way to reduce brushstrokes marks is to use a wide brush and apply thin layers of paint, and slowly build them up, allowing each coat to dry - but with acrylics, this doesn't take long - the process is longer but you'll get a better result. Cheers Thank you, and I'll try that with the next one. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnson Posted April 9, 2019 Share Posted April 9, 2019 Hi Have you tried ordinary enamels (I think they're called that)? Oil based paint like Xtracolor or Humbrol paints? I know everyone is using acrylics these days, great ranges etc, but they do have their drawbacks, very quick drying. Personally, I find them quite hard to apply, even with an airbrush. I used to brush paint gloss enamels, mostly Xtracolor, apply the decals and then bush on flat varnish, and I like to think I got reasonable results. You've obviously had quite a setback and are working hard to get over it. I'm in awe of your determination! All the best, Charlie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainly28s Posted April 9, 2019 Author Share Posted April 9, 2019 6 minutes ago, Johnson said: Hi Have you tried ordinary enamels (I think they're called that)? Oil based paint like Xtracolor or Humbrol paints? I know everyone is using acrylics these days, great ranges etc, but they do have their drawbacks, very quick drying. Personally, I find them quite hard to apply, even with an airbrush. I used to brush paint gloss enamels, mostly Xtracolor, apply the decals and then bush on flat varnish, and I like to think I got reasonable results. You've obviously had quite a setback and are working hard to get over it. I'm in awe of your determination! All the best, Charlie I used to use enamels, but switched to acrylics just after 2000. I find the ease of cleaning fantastic, so don't really want to go back to enamels. Yes, I know, I'm being difficult 😉 Determination? I don't know- I'm just too stubborn to quit. I wouldn't want to upset my guardian angel, who has preserved me from bites, bullets, blades, bombs and assorted other harm by not at least trying to get back to the hobby I love. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted April 9, 2019 Share Posted April 9, 2019 19 minutes ago, Mainly28s said: Flat brushes? I may have to try that for the next one (a Spitfire I'm busy with). Yes please on the guides- I'll take any help you have for brushing, as I'm not planning to invest in an airbrush (with my hand control it would be a disaster). OK, both flat brushes and a link to brush painting. @PlaStix is an excellent brush painter, in his sig there is a link to a youtube vid of his techniques. 23 minutes ago, Mainly28s said: Oddly enough, the model looks better in real life. I think my photos don't do it justice. However, that said- point taken on the thickness- that's three thin-ish layers, followed by a layer of gloss for the decals, and a layer of matt to tone it down. I think the flat coat is what's caused the streaky look in the pictures. looking at your pics again, I see what you mean, harsh overhead light. 27 minutes ago, Mainly28s said: I'm not really that much into the whole 100% right thing. I'm building as therapy, so will progress at a definitely slow pace. Believe me, I have done my share of trying to perfect models, but know I won't get to that in a hurry. However, I want to improve, and each one I do will be slightly better. Given what you have said, then what ever works for you as therapy is a good model! 35 minutes ago, Mainly28s said: Regarding the IPMS- I used to be a member, but I struggle a little with groups, and it causes me anxiety to be in groups of people I don't know, so I prefer not to participate. OK, makes sense. I mention clubs as modelling can be a bit solitary, and I don't meet many folks who I can talk about it too.... so I like chatting away. Still, BM is a 'virtual club' and one you can pick and choose how you interact, and I find it to be a helpful, friendly and supportive community, I hope you will as well. Look forward more of your work. cheers T 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iggy86 Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 Thats a great build! I think modelling is a therapy to us all and i know for fact that this one means a lot. Specially after an episode such as a stroke. Cheers! And keep em comin!!! The dora is a fine bird always! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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