Capt.. I work from home now, so it allows me to work on stuff when I have a little free time here and there.. Also like I said earlier, if I am sitting watching the news or something, I always have the model on my lap doing something.
As for the little D, I did that one about a years ago as with all the Enterprises, and looking back at it compared to this bigger one, it will definately have to be re-done at some stage.. But after doing this one, I really cant see that happening for a long time..
As for colours, I dont go with the Duck egg theories, and I try to make my models look like they do on screen.. So in saying that, I went with a base coat of Tamiya USAF Light Grey, and to give the aztec life, I did different sections in Tamiya Sky Grey, Neutral Grey, and a home brew mix of Sky Grey and blue..
After the aztec was down, I then gave a light spray of the Tamiya USAF Light Grey over the top, to allow the aztec to blend in and not be so contrasting... I think I have got it pretty well right for now..
All that is left is the warp engines, and finishing with the decals.. I also have to finish the escape pods and windows on the lower saucer, and I have been considering doing some windows in white to give it the lit look.. Will have to see how that goes...
As for aztecing the little one, then you will need to find something online that you can print out.. I guess measuring it up, and then printing it down to scale.. I wouldnt suggest hand painting on the little one as I dont think it would look very good.. So my only suggestion is asking Arthur over at SSM if he has any for the small one.. Thats where I got the masks for this one..
Also, I decided to take a pic of what I will be working on next!.. We need to get some more interest in on the Group Build also.. I kinda feel like we are the only ones interested in it?.. And in all honesty, I am sick of even seeing my own work up on the board...
Chris