longshanks Posted May 18, 2020 Author Share Posted May 18, 2020 12 hours ago, Murdo said: The only thing that sticks out to me is the oil drum. Too cleanly painted? No rust or weathering? I think you're right and it has been attended to.... 12 hours ago, stevehnz said: maybe that makes me a cupboard one of those. Dare I say it might be time to come out of the closet Stay safe and avoid closets Kev 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 19, 2020 Author Share Posted May 19, 2020 Doing requests now... I had an order suggestion from @robgizlu A British helmet in the sand so...... pull moulded over a shapeway helmet @Murdo will be pleased to see additional weather/rust on the drum Stay safe Kev 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arjan Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 Nice to see this beach scene develop, very imaginative and neat work ! Regards, Arjan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murdo Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 Nice oil drum! What are all the wee white circles dotted on the sand? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 I like the new additions, Kev. I think the helmet subtly ties this scene to a wartime event, & separates it from that of a generic' shipwreck. As an aside, last night I watched an episode of the British Antiques Roadshow from Dundee. A fellow brought his father's WWII memorabilia, including his Dunkirk medal, to be appraised. I wasn't aware there was a medal for the Dunkirk evacuation, but after a quick search I found the medal was issued by the French to both military & civilian personnel who took part in the evacuation as an unofficial medal to commemorate the event. I found it interesting that after surviving the Dunkirk evacuation the soldier, whose memorabilia was displayed on the Roadshow, went on to join and serve in the SAS. John 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 20, 2020 Author Share Posted May 20, 2020 11 hours ago, Arjan said: Nice to see this beach scene develop Thank you 8 hours ago, Murdo said: What are all the wee white circles dotted on the sand? I don't know Seagull eggs ? There are white and black of various sizes. Perhaps they came from some form of flotation device....... 8 hours ago, JohnWS said: I think the helmet subtly ties this scene to a wartime event, & separates it from that of a generic' shipwreck. Strange you say that, that's exactly what @robgizlu said (thankfully you both used small words ) You're both right, scene much improved. Thank you Stay safe and avoid humans Kev 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandy Posted May 20, 2020 Share Posted May 20, 2020 Great work and a lovely tribute. It reminds me of an old boy who drank in my local back in the late 80's/early 90's . He made a hell of a row slurping his pint, but no-one ever said anything. It was a while before I found out that he'd been hit in the mouth by a ricochet at Dunkirk. I wish I knew his name, but if I ever did, time has erased it. Thanks for bringing him back into my memory. Ian 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 25, 2020 Author Share Posted May 25, 2020 Further details Helmet left in the wheelhouse. 'Water' still drying Getting close... Stay safe Kev 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 26, 2020 Author Share Posted May 26, 2020 80 years ago today the evacuation of Dunkirk began The call had gone out for the ' Little Ships ' This is my tribute to those men and boats that didn't come back A big thank you to all who have supported and encouraged me on this trip Further pics will follow in ready for inspection Stay safe and avoid humans Kev Ready for inspection https://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/235074127-bray-dunes-dunkirk/ 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beefy66 Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Perfect tribute mate Stay Safe and always remember the heroes beefy 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 That's quite wonderful Kev, a super tribute. Thanks for sharing the journey with us. Steve. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnWS Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 3 hours ago, beefy66 said: Perfect tribute mate 3 hours ago, stevehnz said: That's quite wonderful Kev, a super tribute. Thanks for sharing the journey with us. I'll echo what beefy & Steve said. Another wonderful build, Kev. Thanks for allowing us to tag along & to share our thoughts (feathered & otherwise). John 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArnoldAmbrose Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Gidday Kev, you've done a very fitting tribute to these people and their vessels, and superbly done. Regards, Jeff. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve D Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Great diorama Kev, nicely finished and weathered, beautiful piece of work Steve 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandy Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Beautiful. Nothing more to say. Ian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG058 Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Fantastic work and perfect timing. It's been a lovely build to follow, thanks for putting the effort in to document it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murdo Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Fabulous, poignant and sad. Your modelling skills are beyond compare and your dioramas are works of art! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 Well I must say my gob has been well and truly smacked ..... Most gratifying to see so many have enoyed the trip and the destination Thank you Kev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewy Posted June 18, 2020 Share Posted June 18, 2020 I'm a bit late for the parade, its a fantastic little scene you've set there, and a wonderfull bit of modelling too,top job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshanks Posted June 18, 2020 Author Share Posted June 18, 2020 51 minutes ago, Hewy said: I'm a bit late for the parade Someone has always got to be last, usually it's me. Thanks for the comments Kev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancona Posted June 18, 2020 Share Posted June 18, 2020 ART pure and simple, superb ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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