M51 super Sherman build

[sapper23]

Yeah I'm already playing with that and was also thinking those casting marks might hold some sand...

 

[BarleyBop]

I haven't done enough armour, or inspected up close, to comment on casting marks. But I have tried drybrush as Kevin mentioned - both lighter and darker than the base colour, sometimes going back in with the base colour - I liked the slight stipple effect of rough mettle you can get. If you are afraid to try it on your model - grab a scrap or 'extra' from the shelf and try stuff on that! I agree, this stage can be very fun, especially if you know there is a path to 'undo'.

 

[sapper23]

Yeah you guys of course have some good points there.. I just did some of what you guys said then I just finished adding a yellow wash to the casting marks. And now I'm making a sand wash for it.

 

[sapper23]

Umm

 

[sapper23]

I feel like I'm trying to do or step outside my box here doing this ... Going back to start and going to just detail it as per usual and not try something new or get super creative here lol .. the great reset .

 

[BarleyBop]

yup, if it doesn't feel right, only you know where that line is...
... sounds like you've already pushed the envelope, and that is a win in my book!

 

[sapper23]

Yeah I think that is too much weathering for me. I can weather it with out doing that and make it convincing and look the part .. without making it downright dirty. Thers a line there I think and perhaps your right or I just found mine for the time being..

You have seen my work, not bad not pro level though. I am happy where I am for now with things.