Here are some shots of the final presentation, thanks!
Build thread here- http://cs.finescale.com/fsm/modeling_subjects/f/7/t/153145.aspx
Some more shots…
Turned out fantastic…
Was the water hard to model? In your opinion?
Well, I’ve tried a few approaches like silicon but using this water based (paper mache) clay was the easiest and gave me the most control over the waves. The only problem was the shrinking and cracking, so I’d start with a thin layer and build it up. Hard to avoid the cracks appearing either way, but I think I’d do it this way again. I might try celluclay or some other material.
How did you attach the wood base to the foam core base? Not sure I saw that on your build log.
Looks great
Also…I want to try the technique with clay on my next diorama when I build my next CS conversion to the Clipper Donald McKay. I think a real heavy sea with the large clipper working the spray…would be drastic and active. It will be nearly 4 ft in length diorama.
Great job.
Rob
The wooden frame is skirting board from Ikea, stuck to the foam. I think this approach would be good for heavy seas even a larger diorama. I used standard clay sculpting tools and lots of water to smooth it out as I went. I also prefer when the water extends above the frame at the sides as I’ve done here, personal choice but I think it looks heaps better.
Awesome build, and that water looks epic! [Y]
regards,
Jack
Very exciting scene; lots of action, well-staged. The craftsmanship is superb.
Thanks very much! The Andrea figures made the job a lot easier, even if they did cost me nearly as much as the sub kit itself! But worth every cent. The sub got 1st place in it’s category at the local expo which was great.
Now that is amazing. Was impressive to see this coming together.
Thanks Bish, appreciate it.
oh yes - this is one of those most fantastic dioramas that really interest me and this looks superb - I love the water effect - superb model all round - very well done to you