desmojen Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I have spent a bit of time over the last couple of weeks building an FW-190 for SAM magazine, the new Tamiya F8 with included bomb trolley and men in fact. I decided to paint up a base I've had for a while to stand it on as I thought it would better show the display potential of the other bits in the kit. I'm not allowed to put the F8 up because it is only a short review, so I've substituted my recently finished Tamiya 190D because I wanted to show you the base (build thread) The base is one of the most excellent Mark58 range, available from www.modelsforsale.com. I painted it up using various browns and things, it's very easy to do because the base is so nice to start with. The bomb loader and the two black men are from the F8 kit, as is the bomb (if any of you are keen eyed enough to note the lack of bomb pylon on the Dora, please be so kind as to ignore it ) while the pilot figure is from the ICM German pilot and groundcrew set. I had a great time painting all the little bits and bobs up, and I'm super impressed with the Tamiya bomb loader which is almost a kit in its own right really. Figures aren't my strong suit but I'm quite pleased with how these came out, and they really bring the Dora to life Hope you like, Jen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousDFB1 Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 That looks spot on Jen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest snipersmudge Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 very nice base jen and the figures look very nice indeed, I like the bomb loaders uniforms. you have achived some nice contrasts in the painting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turnerdad Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Figures look really good. Nice base, will check out the range. Looking forward to seeing your article, I'm know it will be very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiwiSteve Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Great work Jen, your right the base and figures really set the whole scene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Hey Jen! That is superb!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Love it, a good base really makes a model stand out. In my case it helps draw the eye from all the cock ups on the model Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tizzy Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Superb.That base sets off what is a great looking model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest les Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Nice on Jen, A base does add interest and realism. C u all at FAA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phartycr0c Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 couldnt agree more! a base does make all the difference. I build 1/32 jets and the like and with that comes storage problems. I built this for a mate of mine and stuck it on a a piece of redundant laminate flooring. If only I had the room I would be using ases all the time. That FW really is outstanding and as you say the base sets it off a treat. Nice work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Thats great Jen,I love the Mk58 bases having bought 3 of them. Stephen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike in Aotearoa Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 Hi Jens Dunno why I missed the D9 thread before, but it's looking pretty darn good - you've certainly put a lot of work into the painting process and it's paid off. The base looks good too, and adds the finishing touch to the model. Looking forawrd to seeing the final article in print! Cheers from Aotearoa Mike A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdplayer Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 Hay Jen You are spot on a base and a couple of figures really helps with scale and adds the human element. Which in the end is what its all about IMHO. see you chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 A good bit of product placement there Jen... Must... resist.... urge... to... well, you know the rest Sorry... almost forgot - very nice diorama! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desmojen Posted February 11, 2009 Author Share Posted February 11, 2009 Yeah, I'll admit that it is a bit of a shameless plug on the base. I only did it though because it is such a nice thing, and I really like it Thanks for the comments too folks, much appreciated Jen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 I've got this stuck in my head too now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 Dammit! I caved in... Exhibit A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desmojen Posted February 14, 2009 Author Share Posted February 14, 2009 Jen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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