Sunday, August 13

Preview: Two new books to help you achieve model realism from Vallejo

Vallejo have two more books to help you achieve realism in subjects, painting & weathering in your ship & aircraft kits. We look at them both in our preview...

Preview: Two new books to help you achieve model realism from Vallejo

Weathering Effects On Aircraft -  Painting Techniques and Ageing 
From Vallejo
by Manel Blasco and Manuel Soriano
Ref. 75.057 
In this new book you will learn the process of assembly and painting aircraft, the techniques to mimic the aging and wear characteristics of several types of fighter aircraft of different eras . We show how to replicate the wear effects caused by the passage of time.
 We show how the environmental conditions and various circumstances (oxidation, fluid spills and exhaust stains) change the look of an otherwise pristine aircraft and make it look more realistic and "grounded".



Scapa Flow - Painting Techniques and Aging
From Vallejo
by Ramir Durá
Ref. 75.059  
From this book you will learn about the historical events that took place at the British naval base at Scapa Flow in 1939 during WWII.
In addition to specialized mounting and painting techniques, we show the use of photographs to add details to the ships that are modelled. 
Of course, tips and techniques for building bases that mimic the surface of the sea, along with the use of specific materials are all on show in this educational and inspirational book.