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Cao Xuechun's Decal Guide |
Apr 16, 2006 |
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Category: Techniques
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| For most people, a decal is usually a cross or a star applied to a wing-tip or turret. Once you step outside the realms of military modelling, however, the use of decals takes on an entirely different role. This is particularly true of racing cars and bikes which are often smothered from bumper to bumper in large and elaborate decorations! When Cao Xuechun first delved into the world of automotive modelling he soon learned that the application of such decals required an enitrely new approach. Cao hails from Hubei Province in China where he is part of a large modelmaking community. With the help of his colleagues he was soon able to master the techniques. Better still, he has penned a short article describing the process which he shares with you, here... [more...]
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Thinner For Washes |
Mar 26, 2006 |
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Category: Materials
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| Special thinner for use with oils or enamel colours to make washes and also for use with powder pigments. [more...]
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Powder Pigments |
Mar 15, 2006 |
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Category: Materials
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| Using powder pigments is a common method for creating 'weathering' on models or achieving other interesting effects. [more...]
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Biblical Period-2 |
Feb 13, 2006 |
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Polymer Clay |
Feb 7, 2006 |
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Category: Materials
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| Polymer clays are heat cured modelling materials, available in a variety of colours & consistencies. [more...]
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The Sudan Campaign (1881 - 1898) |
Dec 26, 2005 |
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Instant Table |
Dec 25, 2005 |
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Category: Guides
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| Quick construction of a wargame/RR table. [more...]
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WW I CENTRAL POWERS |
Dec 10, 2005 |
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Spanish Conquests |
Nov 7, 2005 |
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Category: Ted's Figures
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| Painting guide for spanish conquest figures (conquistadors, aztecs, incas, mayas). [more...]
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