Im not talking about a digital Map, but a real one. I consider myself very artistically minded so I think I could do it without it looking too bad. What materials would I need, how much time would it take? I wanna do a global map from about 1920.
Accurate Miniature Equivalents for Custom Painting your 1940 E&P
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Make sure to use exact recipes when mixing paints (IE 1 to 1, 1 to 3) and to write them down, as when you go back to do touch-ups, you’ll have trouble blending in with previous colors.
Thanks for the advice Chad, I appreciate it.
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These look so amazing!! Great Job.
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First off, awesome job on the paint jobs and camo schemes.
Second, have you ever considered making physical modifications to the pieces? Things like making national flags on the ships and carving headgear to make bush hats or Para berets or filing down the shorts socks combo on the British infantry?
the last one bothers me because I always disliked the British infantry sculpt having a uniform that was only worn in the western desert (ok, briefly in Burma until they realized it was a very bad idea) The British infantry sculpt was the only one that doesn’t reflect a universal looking figure.
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@Steel:
First off, awesome job on the paint jobs and camo schemes.
Second, have you ever considered making physical modifications to the pieces? Things like making national flags on the ships and carving headgear to make bush hats or Para berets or filing down the shorts socks combo on the British infantry?
the last one bothers me because I always disliked the British infantry sculpt having a uniform that was only worn in the western desert (ok, briefly in Burma until they realized it was a very bad idea) The British infantry sculpt was the only one that doesn’t reflect a universal looking figure.
Thanks!
Yes - the uniforms drove me nuts as well. I started off on one unit grinding down the large socks and pants folds, and then I filled in the void with some ‘green stuff’ (two part sculpting epoxy). It turned out pretty well, but took nearly and hour and a half each unit. Though the inaccuracy made me grit my teeth, it was just too big of a time investment to make too many alterations.
As far as other mods I do plan on doing: making flight stands out of dowel rod nips topped with a national roundel; and then making a similar roundel flag stand to identify the naval (just a flight stand with a flag decal basically - the various navies can be a bit tough to see at large).
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Oh my freakin’ god. Awesome yet again. Still dreaming about seeing your German pieces.
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UPDATE:
UK Ground Support
UK Mechanized Infantry
UK Artillery
UK Tanks
UK Ground Support European Camo
UK Ground Support “Mickey” Camo (D-Day)
UK Ground Support Desert Camo
UK Ground Support Far East Camo
UK Ground Support
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Nice!
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Once again all I can say is awesome work.
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Is the navy or air force next?
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@Dylan:
Is the navy or air force next?
RAF next.
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@Dylan:
Is the navy or air force next?
RAF next.
Chad, I saw pictures of someone else’s painted pieces and he used these small decals which he ordered online from a company. They seemed very appropriate and very strong in terms of color…. would you, in your professional opinion, recommend usage of such decals for someone else painting a set? Do you know if they are generally durable enough? (The decals were national symbols and other related markers.) His thread is under the Anniversary Ed. SubForum.
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@Dylan:
Is the navy or air force next?
RAF next.
Chad, I saw pictures of someone else’s painted pieces and he used these small decals which he ordered online from a company. They seemed very appropriate and very strong in terms of color…. would you, in your professional opinion, recommend usage of such decals for someone else painting a set? Do you know if they are generally durable enough? (The decals were national symbols and other related markers.) His thread is under the Anniversary Ed. SubForum.
LHoffman,
I used decals from I-94, I highly recommend them! :-D
Fantastic results here Allwork - truly splendid.
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LHoffman,
I used decals from I-94, I highly recommend them! :-D
Fantastic results here Allwork - truly splendid.
Hey, thanks Viracocha. I appreciate it. I might ask a couple more questions of you later.
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@Dylan:
Is the navy or air force next?
RAF next.
Chad, I saw pictures of someone else’s painted pieces and he used these small decals which he ordered online from a company. They seemed very appropriate and very strong in terms of color…. would you, in your professional opinion, recommend usage of such decals for someone else painting a set? Do you know if they are generally durable enough? (The decals were national symbols and other related markers.) His thread is under the Anniversary Ed. SubForum.
I don’t use any decals myself, but they work just fine. They’re durable - just make sure to seal your paint job first. I’ve never heard anything about sealing the decals under the paint, but I doubt it would bode too well. Good luck!
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honestly man how much? im not afraid to spend big bucks $$$$
1000?
2000?
500?
10???Just as a rough estimate - I’ve been timing how long pieces take to paint, and for the detailed versions I’m painting right now, most would be at least $5 a unit. There’s just no way I could make money without charging that much. I’ll also have less detailed versions and may also try using decals for some sets.
In other news, I’m going to be backpacking Peru for three months starting September, so I’m not sure when I could start on orders. If anyone is really interested, send me an email at chad@allworkandnoclay.com
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In other news, I’m going to be backpacking Peru for three months starting September, so I’m not sure when I could start on orders. If anyone is really interested, send me an email at chad@allworkandnoclay.com
You just might be “the most interesting man in the world.” Stay thirsty my friend.
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@Brain:
In other news, I’m going to be backpacking Peru for three months starting September, so I’m not sure when I could start on orders. If anyone is really interested, send me an email at chad@allworkandnoclay.com
You just might be “the most interesting man in the world.” Stay thirsty my friend.
Bet you he can speak Russian in French … you are pretty cool Brain Damaged.
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And you, sir, may now consider me painted green with envy
Enjoy! :-D
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stay on topic
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RAF coming tonight (or tomorrow if I get sidetracked).
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