Diarama Techniques: Planes, Armor, Ships, Artillery and Troops

[Airframes]

Hey B17, that greenish grey crap also comes in plastic bags, ready dyed in 'foliage' shades. It should be available from model, hobby and model railway shops; it is in the U.K. A little tip when using it; don't just throw a clump on a twig - tease it out, cut it as required, whatever you think looks good. Remember, use your immagination, visualise what you want first, THEN do it. It's your project, so a little time thinking about it will save many mistakes. Look at real trees etc. and model what you see. But remember, you won't find pine trees in a desert, or palm trees on a German airfield! Good luck!

[B-17engineer]

alright thanks airframes !!!

[Airframes]

You're most welcome my friend. Keep the updates coming.

[B-17engineer]

alright will do!

so I am use Spackle to get elevation and texture...then use 150-200 grit sandpaper for the "dirt road" and then I am good from there

Moss that was left out in the sun sprayed with Matt clear as bushes....hopefully this should turn out well...i am really looking foward to it!

Matt, am I using the reverse side of the picture frame...or the regular side...?


Thanks everyone who has given me tips I really appreciate it!!

[Wurger]

I think the regular side will be looking better.I'll try to upload the other Peter's diorama where he used a picture frame as the base.

[B-17engineer]

Alright thanks alot Wurger!

[Wurger]

You'r welcome.

[B-17engineer]

For my bunker for the Pak 40 normal glue will work..just to glue the sticks together.....?

I may add some of the moss to the bunker just to conceal it.

[Wurger]

But don't exaggerate with these details. Concerning glue use the one which gives transparent joint.There should be some offered by manufacturers.

[B-17engineer]

yea elmers I believer has transparent glue....! ok I won't exagerate

[Wurger]

Here in Poland we use a glue called "Wikol (Vikol).It is glue for wood and paper.It looks like white cream but when dried it is transparent and water-proof.The glue can be diluted with water.What is more it can give different in hardness joints.It depends on amount of water you use for diluting.

[B-17engineer]

Oh ok thanks....when I got on Saturday I will have to look for stuff like that.......I have a big list of stuff to get like......sandpaper,matt clear, primer,different color paints, and picture frames etc.

[Wurger]

A modeller's life is realy hard ( expensive...)

[Airframes]

Hello again B17. The glue Wurger mentioned is available under many trade names, and is used by builders, decorators, carpenters etc. The TYPE is P.V.A. adhesive, and normally comes in polythene 'bottles' with a nozzle on the end, rather like a washing-up detergent bottle. Get it from a hardware store - it'll be cheaper there! Don't worry when you first apply it, as it will look white, but dries clear (can use it for puddles or shallow water). If it not totally clear, it can be painted.

[Wurger]

Possible Airframes, this kind of a glue is used by many but mostly by furniture makers and modellers.And you are right it can be bought in stores or big supermarkets where it can be cheaper.