Pink is so yesterday. Red is today !!

[GaryG64]

This model has been a challenge for me. I am doing a lot of trial and error. I kind of like the look of the 3rd wing, the one connected to the fuselage. I sprayed it with Vallejo satin which looked like a flat matte coat. So, I tried the gloss which turned out to look satin. I might splotch it with Inktensity black for some glossy areas. I am going to try a blue and tan wash sprayed through the stencil first.

I want to achieve a canvas look and being black or anything other than a neutral color linen I find to achieve the look quite a challenge. I'm not looking for perfection as this is my first ever build like this.

For the top wing I sprayed with the Inktensity gloss black. Today I sprayed a light dust coating of a light blue (I can't remember the name of the color off hand) then I'll try some different techniques.

Is any of us trying for a canvas look?

 

[Pantherman]

This model has been a challenge for me. I am doing a lot of trial and error. I kind of like the look of the 3rd wing, the one connected to the fuselage. I sprayed it with Vallejo satin which looked like a flat matte coat. So, I tried the gloss which turned out to look satin. I might splotch it with Inktensity black for some glossy areas. I am going to try a blue and tan wash sprayed through the stencil first.

I want to achieve a canvas look and being black or anything other than a neutral color linen I find to achieve the look quite a challenge. I'm not looking for perfection as this is my first ever build like this.

For the top wing I sprayed with the Inktensity gloss black. Today I sprayed a light dust coating of a light blue (I can't remember the name of the color off hand) then I'll try some different techniques.

Is any of us trying for a canvas look?

I hadn't really thought about the canvas look for the wings until you mentioned it. I may do some research on this and maybe have a go. Pantherman

 

[GaryG64]

I hadn't really thought about the canvas look for the wings until you mentioned it. I may do some research on this and maybe have a go. Pantherman

I've been researching and watching YouTube.

 

[GaryG64]

My second attempt for the canvas undercoat.

 

[urumomo]

What is this thing ?

 

[Bear43]

That would be the compass.

 

[urumomo]

Ah , OK .
Thanks !

 

[GaryG64]

What is this thing ?

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You know, I have no idea lol

 

[GaryG64]

That would be the compass.

You're probably right

 

[GaryG64]

I'm watching the movie Flyboys to research the planes, and I really like this movie.
It appears they have a very nice satin coat.

 

[Pantherman]

What is this thing ?

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That compass has been bugging me. The PE was almost microscopic to fit. I know that you will barely see it when it's fitted. Any suggestions would be welcome. Pantherman

 

[GaryG64]

That compass has been bugging me. The PE was almost microscopic to fit. I know that you will barely see it when it's fitted. Any suggestions would be welcome. Pantherman View attachment 107629View attachment 107630View attachment 107631

I just assembled it as is. It is kind of visible.
As you know a lot of what we do may not be seen or barley seen. But, we know it's there.

 

[GaryG64]

Now that I have the wings to a point that I can live with.
This is a small plane for a 1/48 at 3¾" (9.5cm).

 

[TimM63]

Now that I have the wings to a point that I can live with.
This is a small plane for a 1/48 at 3¾" (9.5cm).

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The wing turned out great. Canvas texture is not an easy technique but looks like you nailed it.

 

[GaryG64]

The wing turned out great. Canvas texture is not an easy technique but looks like you nailed it.

Thank you, I combined a few techniques I saw on YouTube.

 

[Pantherman]

Now that I have the wings to a point that I can live with.
This is a small plane for a 1/48 at 3¾" (9.5cm).

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That's looking really great. Pantherman

 

[GaryG64]

That's looking really great. Pantherman

Thank you

 

[GaryG64]

Be aware the PE part for the engine is a real PAIN! I think it took more than 30 minutes!

 

[GaryG64]

Made a little progress tonight.

 

[Pantherman]

Be aware the PE part for the engine is a real PAIN! I think it took more than 30 minutes!

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That looks fun........Pantherman