After some delay, I finally got my latest diorama across the finish line! This is a diorama of a FOS Scale Model kit, Hollis Pest Control.
I had so much fun building Lamont Camera that the moment I finished building the Flux Mill a few weeks ago, I immediately got started with another FOS Scale Models kit.
Just like with both of those builds, I set out looking to once again play with verticality and different terrains, landforms and textures. My initial thoughts was to set this diorama in a rural setting, but after some further thinking, I settled on a more urban environment (it offered more opportunity for what I wanted to play with — water, bridge, brickwork, fencing etc...)
I built the kit pretty much to Doug's instructions, only adding a scratch-built awning for the loading bay and some extra details like chimneys and ducting. I did alter some roofing materials.
The base is entirely pink foam from Home Depot, built up in layers. The paving was made from spreading an even, but thick layer of joint compound, carving when dry. The road is the same recipe I used on the Flux Mill and Lamont Camera.
The flowing water was made using a sheet of acetate that was tapered and covered with epoxy. When dry, white paint was streaked over the top of the hardened glue. For the foaming water, Woodland Scenics Snow and Mod-Podge (Glossy) was mixed to create a white slurry. Careful application made it appear natural and animated. The deep water was a simple, colored pouring of Envirotex Lite.
For the bridge, I used a Rix Products kit I picked up for $8 and added 3D printed road railings. Other 3D printed details include the tall gas tanks, old dresser and the air compressor (a SierraWest print).
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Having trouble uploading more photos than this, for some reason...
Please find the rest of the photos just here: https://keepitrusty.com/?p=1856 (https://keepitrusty.com/?p=1856)[/color]
WOW, another nice diorama. The angularity of the scene is outstanding.
Bernd
P.S. What happened in your second post?
This is fantastic Craig! Great job!
I'll say wow as well!
Jeff
Craig, very, very nice !!
Setting is original and stunning !!
Keep up the wonderful modeling and thanks for sharing here with us !!
--Paul
Thank you all for your comments and kind words.
Bernd, I'm not quite sure why my photos stopped linking. I upload them to my website and only link them here, so I shouldn't have issue. It may be a dimension issue.
New test:
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Spectacular, Craig. Inspirational!
Vince
Beautiful work, Craig!
Matt
Man! Your stuff keeps getting better and better. I hate to even phrase it that way since you stuff was great to start with but wow! :o
Really nice, Craig!
The colour scheme is perfect and I really like the awning you have added. What did you use for retaining walls? Lots to drink in here.
Cheers, Mark.
Love it. Enjoy the policeman eyeing the person sleeping on the bench, and the endless details. Thanks for sharing. Mark
Vince, Matt, Bob, Mark & Mark — thank you very much! Thrilled you enjoy it.
The retaining walls are from the Cartwright Machine Shop kit!
Craig, WOW!!! Perfect in every way......
Thank you, my friend!
Craig,
Great work and a huge amount of inspiration for us all. I get lost in the details and am having a ball zooming in close to find all the neat little bits you added.
Thanks for posting!
--Opa George
Craig,
I'm speechless every time I look at your last three builds. The quality of the craftmanship and attention to detail is wonderful.
I'm sure the next build will be just as fantastic.
Tom ;D
George, Tom —
Thank you for your kind words and comments. This community gives so much to me, it's always a pleasure to give back!
Rusty,
Such an amazing build and diorama. Love all of the different elevations. Great job as usual.
Frank
Really appreciate your support, Frank. Thrilled you like it!
The details in your scene on the link are amazing.....well done Craig. 8)
Craig,
Wow, the diorama is outstanding. Great detail and craftsmanship. My eye keeps going to the blue that you used on the building. I've never used a vibrant blue like that in any of my builds. Can you tell me what blue did you use for this?
Greg — thank you for checking out the link (certainly lots more photos there!). Really appreciate your kind words!
John — thank you! That's very kind. I tend to weather somewhat heavily, so I knew going in I'd have to use some bold colors to cut through. I'm pleased to hear how that's working for you! I used my paints from Monument Hobbies to paint this diorama. That specific blue can be found here: https://monumenthobbies.com/products/pro-acryl-dark-grey-blue?variant=38070489809069 (https://monumenthobbies.com/products/pro-acryl-dark-grey-blue?variant=38070489809069)
I'm not familiar with the Monument paint. How does it compare to other acrylic brands? Do you usually airbrush or paintbrush?
dave
Quote from: deemery on October 16, 2021, 11:22:50 AM
I'm not familiar with the Monument paint. How does it compare to other acrylic brands? Do you usually airbrush or paintbrush?
dave
It's a line that I discovered a few years ago and have stuck with because of the generous sized bottles and stellar coverage (high pigment counts for the win!). These are brush paints, so they will need thinning for the airbrush (well, all paints need to be thinned for any application, frankly!)
One thing that I enjoy is the various sets that can be purchased.
I like you can get a break by building your own sets. What do you use to thin for airbrushing?
dave
I also only use their brushes -- both sable and synthetic.
For airbrush thinning I use a drop or two of water and a drop or two of flow improver. I mix everything directly in the airbrush cup.
Craig,
Another wonderful job on Hollis. I love the different elevations and the overall rundown look of the structure.
I received my Flux Mill kit yesterday from KC's Workshop and will start it sometime soon.
Thanks for the inspiration!!
Seth P.
Minnesota
Seth — I'm so excited you have your Flux Mill kit! I cannot wait to see your results. Please do share when you ready. Funnily enough, I'm based in MN — so from my bench to yours, it hasn't traveled too far!
Thank you for your kind words, too!
Hey Craig:
Looks just beautiful. Great job.
Karl
Beautiful build. Been searching high and low for Flux Mill, one of the other kits you mentioned.
Cheers,
George
Craig,
Nothing to say that hasn't been stated here. Fantastic in every way possible. Each mini-scene is a model.
This is just fantastic modeling for sure.
Tom
Thank you, both. That's very kind!
George, I am still looking for a Flux Mill kit for you...
Don't know how I missed this one.
Beautiful work Craig!
Jerry
Nice diorama ;)
I like dioramas at different heights
Quote from: arrasss on December 26, 2024, 05:05:17 AMNice diorama ;)
I like dioramas at different heights
GREETINGS
Ricard
Quote from: arrasss on December 26, 2024, 05:09:15 AMQuote from: arrasss on December 26, 2024, 05:05:17 AMNice diorama ;)
I like dioramas at different heights
GREETINGS
Ricard
Richard,
Welcome to the forum. We have a great time here and happy to have you join in on all the modeling.
Tom
Fantastic!!!
Wowsa!
Craig,
I returned a few days ago and am posting when I can free up some time.
I have been following all of your builds, and your modeling is impressive.
It's hard to critique your builds.
Rich
Thank you very much guys. It remains one of those dioramas I have had the most fun with!
Looks like I'm about 4 years late to the party, Lol. What a fantastic diorama and the weathering is amazing!!
Just seeing this thread for the first time and glad I looked in.
That's a very well modeled.
Love the painting and weathering.
Good photographs too.
Excellent all around!