lgl007 Posted May 21, 2008 Author Share Posted May 21, 2008 Thanks for the kind words gents. Jack-Swiss: The camo was not done freehand as there would be too much overspray into the adjacent color. However I do not just use tape but rather suspend cutout paper patterns over the paint using bits of Tamiya tape rolled into little 'o's' if that makes sense ;-) This way I still get the same result as if using Magic Tac ... I'm always afraid of using that stuff as it does contain oils that have ruined a number of my posters over the years... so I just stay away from it. Terry: No way could I finish by Saturday... I work slow due to being busy at work and with the family and all. I've never been to TorCan... worth going? -Greg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Maxtype Posted May 21, 2008 Share Posted May 21, 2008 She is lookin' incredible,Greg! Glad to see you got past the warpasaurus issues. As always,I'm very impressed with the effects you achieve with your pre-shading. Cheers -Dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jordan03 Posted May 21, 2008 Share Posted May 21, 2008 Stunning work !! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rjwood_uk Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Wow nice work Greg!! The pre-shading comes through just right!! lovely work on all the hanging bits! Richard Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sebastijan Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 The camo looks just fine! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andre Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Camo finished and details painted on... Looking great! What paints did you use? Cheers, Andre Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mario krijan Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 vau it looks perfect!!! thank for a lot of pictures!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lgl007 Posted May 22, 2008 Author Share Posted May 22, 2008 Andre: so long as I can continue to get my hands on Gunze Acrylic paints here in Canada I will continue to use them. Already I have had to substitute a few colors, namely white, black and the light gray I used on the underside for Tamiya paints as Gunze is no longer being distributed in Canada. I have a few stock piled but I will have to go to a Japanese supplier to get future stock :-( Still I swear by Gunze Acrylics... Everything about them is great... adhesion is super - even without any prep... they are not FULLY MATT either which I like... I think it's a more natural look. They work great with Tamiya Acrylic Thinner and because they are acrylic the smell is kept to a minimum. Cheers, -Greg PS: And thank you all so much for your kind words... they are very encouraging :-) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lgl007 Posted June 15, 2008 Author Share Posted June 15, 2008 Well progress is being made... slow but I'm quite happy in how it's turning out... so to start with here's a reference photo I will be using for the bottom... So the jet was glossed, panel lines put in, another coat of gloss. Now time for the decals... then matt paint, more weathering... oil/grime streaks and such after... anyhow, here she is so far... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lgl007 Posted June 15, 2008 Author Share Posted June 15, 2008 That's it for now... as always criticisms, opinions, hints/tips on improving ... are always welcome.... -Greg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HOLMES Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 Greg, This has turned out SO STUNNINGLY... She is a HELLUVA BEAUTY.....AWESOME...the Camo is FANTASTIC. and I think you have done a brilliant job... HOLMES.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aigore Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 Wow! That Mirage is great!! well worth the wait for the update Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jack-Swiss Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 I love your camo!!!!!! that's a real great result! Cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
a4s4eva Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 Well done. Have bookmarked this for my build Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aggressor Supporter Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Been a long time since I've checked back. Your Mirage is looking stunning. Is that one missile with the two intakes the Meteor or a what if as I thought the Meteor had only one intake? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rjwood_uk Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Wow, shes a beauty!! Lovely job on the wash. What did you use? Richard Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lgl007 Posted June 27, 2008 Author Share Posted June 27, 2008 Well, I was able to get some more work done on the Mirage. Sorry for the 'not-so-great' photos... it was late and I rushed it :-( So, gloss went on, then decals, then a quick matt coat, weathering, then another gloss coat... Keep in mind that all the colors are much more vivid and exagerated with the gloss coat... When the matt coat goes down it will tone down the all the colors and the weathering... As always, feedback is tremendously appreciated. -Greg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rjwood_uk Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Wow. Shes a beaut!! The underside weathering is outstanding!!! Great work mate! :( Richard Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aigore Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Demn that´s a good looking Mirage! :( Wonderful finish!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jack-Swiss Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Ahhhh just gorgeous lookin mirage!!! You've made me bought one of those because of your thread here!!! two weeks ago,voilà...bought one!!! I just wanted the fonderie miniatures F1 but is "un-find-able" LOL!!!!! anyway...great job again!! cant wait to see her on her wheels!!! Cheers :P Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AnthonyWan Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Ohhhh MAN that looks good Greg! :huh: Great job! -A Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mario krijan Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 i like those stains on underside !!! :huh: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gambler Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Beautiful work Greg! Very, very nice. Cheers, Jeff. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChernayaAkula Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 A beauty! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
aspide85 Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 great job!i'v to build the same plane and your job will be a great guide for me!! thanks for the show Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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