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Casey Rupley (webmaster)
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Who Needs a Kit to Make a Model?
From artist John Sharp, a scratchbbuilt miniature of a local landmark- the Lucky Boy burger joint at Constitution and Carlisle NE in Albuquerque. A reminder that even if model kits disappeared tomorrow, making detailed miniatures could still continue. Here’s a link to his site check out his other fantastic miniature artworks.
Firecracker Modeling
From Spanish action figure guru Lord Triste- using firecrackers to enhance the drama of scale model photography. Firecrackers are easy to come by in New Mexico and we have plenty of dirt and wide open spaces so this might work- imagine this effect behind an image of a tank model or diorama. Just remember, follow all applicable laws and don’t try this at home, you could loose one of your precious little fingers if done incorrectly. Here’s a link to a YouTube video showing some images using this effect.
– John Tate
Eyeballs 101
The toughest task in figure painting is getting the eyes right. I sectioned this image from a painting by one of the Old Masters and thought it could be useful the next time a modeler has to paint a face- get the eyes right and the rest is cake. Just remember to use a fine, high-quality brush to tackle the details; any model paint will work, just thin as necessary to keep the consistency right.
– John Tate
October 2024 – Meeting Recap
Club Business
Attendance was approximately 30 people and there were 12 model entries.
Points Contest - Bests of Show
Points Contest - Full Results
Masters - Aircraft
1st
James Barrett
P-39
2nd
John Tate
MiG-17F
3rd
Dave Tingley
P-39N
Masters - Armor
1st
James Barrett
Bushmaster
2nd
John Tate
Panzer IV
Masters - Automotive
1st
Bob Henderson
Shelby Cobra 427
Masters - Figures
1st
James Barrett
Medusa
Masters - Science/Fantasy
1st
John Tate
Crocodile
Intermediate - Science/Fantasy
1st
Michael O’Brien
Millennium Falcon
Intermediate - Armor
1st
Rob Whitlock
Marder IIIM
Complete Meeting Gallery
Old Timey Hobby Shop Storefronts
One from Long Island, NY, looks like 1950s, the other from Glasgow, Scotland UK, in the 1960s.
Ships on Wheels
Now who doesn’t need a stroller for their Graf Spee? This rig was made by modeler Ken Livingstone of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada, by converting a bicycle trailer. Said it only cost him $20 and is collapsible and fits in a car. Although we don’t usually sail our models on ponds, this device might be helpful in transporting those big 1/350th and 1/200th scale ships to model contests.
Foo(t) Fighters
WWII airplane camouflage schemes aren’t just for the workbench anymore – now they can tickle your toes. A range of socks is available for the dedicated modeling enthusiast who wants a nice pair of “landing gear.” Imagine how useful this would be in contest judging; no need to whip out your smart phone to check a paint scheme, just pull up your pant leg. Mix and match and you can have a footsie dog fight with yourself! Now available on eBay and just in time for Christmas.
Shiny B-17
From modeler James Landress of Casselberry, FL, a new technique to model polished natural metal paint schemes, using chrome markers. Amazing results!
