Enter keywords or a search phrase below:
Hi Guys, I'm considering building the Trumpeter Armored Locomotive BR57, in large part due to the camo scheme which is quite unique and interesting, as is the subject.
I found this photo on the net and it didn't have the contact info for the IPMS modeler, whose name is Tom Moon (That is his build you're seeing here). So I'm posting this to get opinions as to how this camo was airbrushed. There are fine parts on this model such as ladders which I believe would preclude masking of many sorts. Do you think this was freehand? Some of the markings come to very fine points, as you can see. Thanks for the opinions on how to achieve this.
Contact him over on IPMS/ USA. My bet is silly putty
Modeling is an excuse to buy books.
I agree with GM, probably silly putty.
Steve
Building a kit from your stash is like cutting a head off a Hydra, two more take it's place.
http://www.spamodeler.com/forum/
GMorrison Contact him over on IPMS/ USA. My bet is silly putty
Also, be aware that this scheme is probably freehand in concept too, meaning, don't feel a need to replicate every curve or variation in the scheme; you can do your own similar theme on this example and still have it come out beautifully. I'm sure that it didn't come from any detailed and accurate schematic.
I originally thought maybe silly putty?... but that's why I brought up the fine ladder and misc. detail. I don't think you could use it in this case without breakage of detail. I think Karl may be right here although it would be lowest pressure on the AB for close in work. I just bought the detail needle conversion kit for my Badger 200.
I'm not a member at IPMS USA so I can't contact him over there, or I would attempt.
Thanks for replies guys.
i have seen very few camo patterns on locomotives and rail cars. that being said there aren't a ton of pictures out there. if i have ladders, mirrors and such i base coat them but leave them off, silly putty and paint. add the parts and hand brush any camo on those parts. i have been known to slightly adjust a pattern so mirrors are one color. going to have to try some 1/35 freehand camo. first attempt was on a 1/76 MK-IV with good results and a regional first in 1/72 armor pre Korea.
Никто не Забыт (No one is Forgotten)Ничто не Забыто (Nothing is Forgotten)
I agree with doog...freehand with no putty or hard line mask. I personally use the same technique, developed through practice with the Iwata:
Tigers no Lions, no Bears...OH MY
Our community is FREE to join. To participate you must either login or register for an account.