Gary.Wickham Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Greetings All I'd like to share some photos of my latest project, hot off the bench. Like last time with the AV-8B, I've kept a detailed photo diary of the build which can be found here For those with slow internet access please be aware this build page contains just over 100 images. If you'd like to see more photos of the finished model, these can be found via my website (scalespot.com) in the Gallery section. As always, feedback welcome. cheers Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wing_Nut Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Wow is that a beauty!!! The in-flight display really shows off the Phantom's aggressive look, brilliant job Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pete Wenman Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Gary hi Excellent work again, (as usual) Pete Quote Link to post Share on other sites
phantom Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Beautiful finish and great job. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JEN722 Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Wow!!! Regards, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trojan Thunder Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 (edited) I checked this build out on your website today, magnificent work! I have this kit in the stash and will refer to you build article when the time comes. I especially like your post shading technique :( Keep 'em coming Gary! :( Ray Edited October 24, 2005 by Aussie747 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Woodman Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 (edited) WOW! ;) I have been watching this build on your Web site for some time and the results are stunning! You make it look so simple. A great learning experience for me, and others as well - thanks for sharing! What's next?? :D Edited October 24, 2005 by Woodman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlackCat Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Gary, another masterpiece! I loved your build up report. Thanks for posting that online for us to see. I do have one question for you. How do you do your post-fading? Do you add white to whatever color you're using? Whatever technique you use sure looks awesome. Charles Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stelios2000 Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Greetings AllI'd like to share some photos of my latest project, hot off the bench. Like last time with the AV-8B, I've kept a detailed photo diary of the build which can be found here For those with slow internet access please be aware this build page contains just over 100 images. If you'd like to see more photos of the finished model, these can be found via my website (scalespot.com) in the Gallery section. As always, feedback welcome. cheers Gary i visited your site but most of the links of the gallery didnt work.please restore them so i can see your fabulus work thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hatchet Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Great looking weasel Gary It's in my favourite camo scheme too ;) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Old72s Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Superbly done Gary! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steve Filak Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Outstanding build, Gary. Very nice, tight paint job on this one! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kasatka Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Gary I was watchin your build at your web-site! Wonderful job! You have inspired me to build my weasel. And thanks for the comments on Airdoc decals. I was going to buy one.... now I will look for alternatives... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
foxtwo Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 yep, a freaking phantom guy....a very well done paint scheme ! really love it, the one i'll have to made at 1/32 nd.....but just slowly started...maybe after seeing yours it help ! pat Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hawkhornet Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 wow wish i could paint like that, its amazing great job gary! stav Quote Link to post Share on other sites
metroman Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Oh Yeah! Man, I just pulled that kit out of my stash last night, ready to start on... Thanks for the inspiration! I wasn't set on what camo I wanted but now I'm strangely drawn to the Euro1. Best regards, Brian Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Erdferkel Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Great job ! Now I am just throwing away my F-4G in Euro1. Its looking great...maybe I should finally change to 1:48 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mikeew Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 :o WOW!! That is one b-e-a-utiful Phantom. Well done. that paint job is absolutely spot on matey Mike. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gary.Wickham Posted October 24, 2005 Author Share Posted October 24, 2005 How did you fix the decal silvering issue in the end ? Skii For the worst of the silvering I ended up removing the decals (mainly the No Steps on the tail). For the ones that were obvious but not completely silvered I attempted to hide them using oil washes (only partially successfully I might add). For the mildly silvered decals (like the stars and bars on the starboard Fuselage) I decided to live with it. I don't want people to think I was bagging the AirDoc decals. They appear to be well researched and clearly printed, and Cartograph certainly have a good name. Its just as likely my surface preparation was not upto scratch, however having said that, I used exactly the same technique as normal and the amount of silvering was significant. Actually thinking about it now, all the decals that silvered came from the Stencil sheet. Perhaps I got a dud. cheers Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gary.Wickham Posted October 24, 2005 Author Share Posted October 24, 2005 What's next?? I'm currently working on a 1/144 RAAF Wedgetail AEW&C conversion from Hawkeye Models. This uses the Revell 737-800 as the base. You can check out my progress here. I try to update each time I make significant progress (normally weekly). I also received yesterday the Leading Edge RAAF 20th Anniversary decals and may be inspired to have a crack at those cheers Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Iron Eagle Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Whenever I see the name "Gary Wickham" pop up in this forum, I know I'm in for another round of viewing pleasure of first class modelling and first class photo taking. Amazing job Gary! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 Hi there Gary That 'Weasel is simply stunning! I have the same kit on the bench now, doing it for a work mate of mine. I made the "mistake of showing him your website, I now have a lot to live up to! It's interesting looking at your approach, as I've followed a very similar one - i.e adding extra detail to the seats and 'pit using plastic and wire rather than replacing items with resin and brass. It' almost gives me a sense of deja vu! Well done mate, if mine comes out half as good I'll be very happy! Cheers from NZ Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
toolo12 Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 Gary! This is one of the most excellent F-4 i saw <_< The in flight position adds a lot. The detail in the office is great :( :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scotsman Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 really inspiring - as most here havce said - the euro 1 scheme really brings home the sinister agressive beauty of the F-4 - Well done ! :) ;) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bill Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 Awesome model Gary. The display is very nice. A great finish to a great air plane. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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