HOW TO BUILD AIRCRAFT DIORAMAS

[JohnReid]

[JohnReid]

[JohnReid]

Here is another old radio cabinet from the 20-30's era.I plan to use mine for showroom classic cars but any subject matter would do.The dioramas would be removable from the back for closer inspection, as this cabinet sits very close to the floor.This also could be lighted or rigged for sound etc..With a lock on the doors or a glass face it would be a very safe place to display you models.

[JohnReid]

[REDBARONGIRL]

Originally Posted by sperry

I'm following this closely. Thanks for the background links Stephen.

Is this going to include the topic of forced perspective? I have had a project in mind using this idea and I'd love to hear other's experiences.

Basically, look at paintings on the rear cover of Cross & ####### International Vol.33 No. 3 2002. British costal airships over oceangoing ships.

I have a BE.2 vac fuselage from the 1/48 Falcon kit for the SS class gondola, a few photos and a whole heap of good intentions so far.

sp

i agree with all of you,I'm re-starting my model building after years of not doing them,and you know more than me, iv'e forgotten a few things that you can help me with,i thought i'd start with getting the tools first,then getting a beginers handbook,what do you guys think???REDBARONGIRL

[JohnReid]

Great idea!Do you plan to eventually do a diorama?Depending on the medium,wood,plastic etc... there are lots of books out there covering just about every subject.As far as dioramas are concerned anything by Shep Paine is good.
As far as other subjects I am sure that there are many modelers on this site that will help you out.
Cheers! John.

[JohnReid]

[JohnReid]

Roof is on ,now for the tar paper and weathering.

[JohnReid]

[Der Grüne Flieger]

John,

Love what you have done with the car park. The timber frame, the broken board, even the lighting looks really nice.

Phil