Bernard Kron Posted July 25, 2019 Posted July 25, 2019 (edited) Problems posting this new topic. I'll try again... “Faded Glory” – As-found ’48 Ford Coupe Hot Rod Edited July 27, 2019 by Bernard Kron
Bernard Kron Posted July 25, 2019 Author Posted July 25, 2019 (edited) xyz123 Edited July 25, 2019 by Bernard Kron
espo Posted July 25, 2019 Posted July 25, 2019 I followed your build on this. I like the things like the paint work and the mismatched white walls.
Bernard Kron Posted July 25, 2019 Author Posted July 25, 2019 Thanks! I'm still trying to get the rest of my post to work.. I think I'll try again now that the thread seems to have been jump started.
Bernard Kron Posted July 25, 2019 Author Posted July 25, 2019 (edited) “Faded Glory” – As-found ’48 Ford Coupe Hot Rod Textures, details and surface finishes that “scale” in miniature have always impressed me. Not that I’m not regularly blown away by spectacularly glossy paint jobs and super-detailing, but building a model that looks “real” and “natural” to the eye is a challenge that I take on from time to time, usually in combination with a project that’s otherwise fairly technically straightforward. As I approached the middle of summer which would see me away from my workbench for a month or more I decided to take on a simple project which I could complete in a few weeks where I would focus on this naturalistic approach to modeling. Edited July 25, 2019 by Bernard Kron
TooOld Posted July 25, 2019 Posted July 25, 2019 Well done Bernard ! I guess I've missed a few things lately , gonna have to go check out your wip on this one !
Straightliner59 Posted July 25, 2019 Posted July 25, 2019 Textures, details and surface finishes that “scale” in miniature have always impressed me. Not that I’m not regularly blown away by spectacularly glossy paint jobs and super-detailing, but building a model that looks “real” and “natural” to the eye is a challenge that I take on from time to time, usually in combination with a project that’s otherwise fairly technically straightforward. As I approached the middle of summer which would see me away from my workbench for a month or more I decided to take on a simple project which I could complete in a few weeks where I would focus on this naturalistic approach to modeling Beautiful work, Bernard! Your finish work is one of the things I enjoy most about your models. They look natural and real! Thanks for sharing your work with us.
Cpt Tuttle Posted July 26, 2019 Posted July 26, 2019 Nice, has a realistic "neglected but not forgotten" look...
Bernard Kron Posted July 27, 2019 Author Posted July 27, 2019 Thank you everyone. I'm still having huge problems posting anything of my own on the forums. Indeed, in the past three days I haven't even been able to connect to MCM. It just has timed out. This is my first attempt to post a comment. I'm glad you all like the result of my project, even if I've only been able to post a single picture and a paragraph so far. If I can post this comment, I'll attempt more photo posts. I've messaged Dave Ambrose a couple of times but have gotten no reply. Help!
Bernard Kron Posted July 27, 2019 Author Posted July 27, 2019 Here's another photo: And another... And...
Bernard Kron Posted July 27, 2019 Author Posted July 27, 2019 The photos have to be manually and individually posted, but at least I got that done. If I can I'll post more of the project description in small chunks if the system will let me. I think I'm desperately in need of some sort of account reset or something... It seems I can only manually type in new stuff. No copy and pasting of any kind... Grrrrrr.
Dennis Lacy Posted August 4, 2019 Posted August 4, 2019 I think you found your calling, B. These handful of weathered models you've turned out in recent times really do look right-on and this one is no exception. Its perfect! Great, textured patina and that Pontiac look not only well-used but it also looks like it's been in the car for a long time. Also, a really nice touch with the custom coupe pleated interior. This looks like one of those time-capsule cars you pull out of a long slumber and then struggle with whether to drive it as-is or restore it.
Bernard Kron Posted August 4, 2019 Author Posted August 4, 2019 (edited) 40 minutes ago, Dennis Lacy said: This looks like one of those time-capsule cars you pull out of a long slumber and then struggle with whether to drive it as-is or restore it. Thanks Dennis. Much appreciated. "time-capsule cars" are a popular trend right now, as people realize that the traces of materials and techniques of earlier times are potentially a valuable a part of the experience of the history of what the car once was. In modeling these things the challenge is to achieve some impact without going over the top and getting corny about it. Realism in general, whether like this, or with a concourse shine, is what I'm chasing in my modeling. Edited August 4, 2019 by Bernard Kron
rustybill1960 Posted October 2, 2019 Posted October 2, 2019 Sweetness, Bernard, Sweetness Thank You for sharing with Us here Later Russ
BigTallDad Posted October 10, 2019 Posted October 10, 2019 Very nice weathering and patina. How well would that 421 start using a 6 volt battery?
ewetwo Posted October 10, 2019 Posted October 10, 2019 I really enjoy looking at theses weathered cars. Very convincing.
alan barton Posted October 13, 2019 Posted October 13, 2019 As much as "barn-find" is used to death these days, the finish you have achieved here really does epitomise the type of deterioration and grime you would expect to find when waking an old girl from a long deep slumber. Would love to see a daylight shot of this car with natural shadows. Cheers Alan
Bernard Kron Posted October 13, 2019 Author Posted October 13, 2019 19 hours ago, alan barton said: As much as "barn-find" is used to death these days, the finish you have achieved here really does epitomise the type of deterioration and grime you would expect to find when waking an old girl from a long deep slumber. Would love to see a daylight shot of this car with natural shadows. Cheers Alan Thanks to you all! Alan, below are some pictures I took just now outdoors in natural daylight. At least in this case the chronically gray, overcast weather we have on the eastern coast of the Pacific Northwest on the USA served some practical purpose by ensuring a nice, even, diffuse light! (And it wasn't raining...)
alan barton Posted October 13, 2019 Posted October 13, 2019 (edited) That's what I'm talking about! The daylight has nicely diffused the tones you achieved. I can smell the dust from here! I remember the Pacific NorthWest well! In 1996 I attended the first day of the Portland Swap Meet where it rained almost constantly. Walking for six hours in freezing wet overalls is not good for your health and I ended up with chronic pneumonia and off work for six weeks, not good when you are an exchange teacher at a small Alberta High School! I remember one stall holder telling me quite earnestly that it rains for three hundred and sixty days of the year, and drips off the trees for the other five! Cheers Alan Edited October 13, 2019 by alan barton
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