mnwildpunk Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 (edited) In your opinion what is one detailing feature that really brings out the look of your models. Me I like washing the grill it gives it that depth it should have. But what is your favorite thing Edited March 14, 2013 by mnwildpunk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 (edited) I can only narrow the 'things' down to 3. Stance and fit are the things I tend to concentrate most on, and what I spend the most time on to get right. Believable engineering is probably what I obsess about the most. Edited March 14, 2013 by Ace-Garageguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Bare metal foil on the replica stock builds. So much more convincing than silver paint! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrObsessive Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 I can only narrow the 'things' down to 3. Stance and fit are the things I tend to concentrate most on, and what I spend the most time on to get right. Believable engineering is probably what I obsess about the most. Ditto! Believable and in scale working features (when I do them) are what counts to me the most! But all of that is a moot point if the paint is a mess! I've done paint jobs three and four times in the past to get it right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgflatliner Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 my obsession will probably always be a perfect paint job. or at least try to obtain that perfect paint job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austin T Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 (edited) I have judged at several shows and the three things that we look for to consider a model for an award are: basic modeling skills, decent paint, and overall realism. For example I was judging at a show last weekend and this guy had a decent nova but didn't glue the wheels on, needless to say he didn't place.But of those three what it all boils down to is the finish of the model, if you have a glass finish and the other two things you will be noticed by a judge. Edited March 14, 2013 by Austin T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgflatliner Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 i like doing all the detail stuff, and i don't like taking shortcuts, but my one favorite thing to do is paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Making sure paint is in scale and the fit of things. Overall look is also important. I like to make things so they are of a piece. That everything belongs and is there with purpose. I don't always get that, but i keep trying. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 I like a nice clean paint job ( still tryin to get that ) but BMF done well really makes a huge difference on how a model shows. I think it's the paint job that draws you in at first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 To me everything works together to make a great looking build... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draggon Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Agreed with Bill, stance is everything. Second is BMF. I love the polished aluminum, it looks much more in scale than the bright chrome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgflatliner Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 i know that based on being in contests and judging contests, paint is definitely something that draws attention to a model. if the paint gets my attention, then i'll look more inclined to want to look at it in detail (if i'm not judging). Getting a great paint job can take some time and experience, so if that's executed correctly, then i'm sure the detail on the rest of it would have similar quality. Now if i'm judging i will consider all things: fit, finish, execution, and basics (glue marks, injector pin molds, etc). sometimes it can be hard to narrow down the results, so starting with the basics is first, then paint, then execution/craftsmanship etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hollywood Jim Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Rust, dirt and grime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboKitty Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Personally, adding thinned black paint in the recessed panel lines of doors, trunks, gas lids, cowl vents, etc. can add a nice finishing touch to a smooth paint job. Without it, many models look sort of like a big Hot Wheels car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gluhead Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Stance is hands down first for me. A close second is the mandatory smooth paint tied with excellent bmf. From there, it all depends on the particular model. One thing I try to specify about paint -- smooth does not automatically mean uber-shiny. It just needs to be smooth, as in lacking orange peel (and of course dirt or fingerprints, but that should be obvious ). It still, and probably always will, drive bamboo under my nails to see a table full of cars that look like they've been dipped in syrup...and it's like that at every show I've ever been to. Cars just aren't that shiny. I know I'm in the minority, but there's a lot to be said for scale sheen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjordan2 Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Research. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmvw guy Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Rust, dirt and grime. Thank you!!! I love this comment because reading all the others was beginning to honk me off, mainly because I can never achieve all those things. It almost makes me not want to show any of my models, after all, aren't they really just for fun? Or is this really serious business to some of you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunajammer Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Stance. You get the wheels wrong it'll never look right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moparmagiclives Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 (edited) It has to be a little black wash over everything. Really pop the details out. Especially engines and suspensions. Edited March 15, 2013 by moparmagiclives Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymcminn Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 For me, the "gotcha" factor has more to do with coming up with a cool and unusual color scheme than anything else. Everybody's seen a red Ferrari or Lamborghini. But a light blue Ferrari? A brown Lamborghini? That's something different that draws you in. I take pride in my paint work and detailing, but I really like building something that you don't see every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillyb1 Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 I build reasonably cleanly and my overall goal is always in-scale appearance. To that end, I almost always replace kit wipers with photoetch ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knarf Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 for it's all about stance and engine compartment detailing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hollywood Jim Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 (edited) Rust, dirt and grime. Thank you!!! I love this comment because reading all the others was beginning to honk me off, mainly because I can never achieve all those things. It almost makes me not want to show any of my models, after all, aren't they really just for fun? Or is this really serious business to some of you? You bring up a really good point. First have fun, everything else should be in second place. Have you ever built a really good looking model that you hated building? . .. Edited March 15, 2013 by Hollywood Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Colmer Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 For my models, I like unique design and clean detail. But I know all that is lost if the paint is not up to par. Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chas SCR Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 @ Hollywood Jim, I really hated doing the 32 Ford "Chromzilla" because of all the chrome parts that had to be working with and not messing them up. It's not like working with a painted part that later you can tuch up or add paint to a spot and clear coat to cover up the epoxy spots or any thing. That thing was the most nerv wrecking car I have ever done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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