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African Scene Dioramas
Южно-Африканская Республика
Добавлен 29 авг 2019
Dioramas from African scenery. Diorama build tutorials. On this channel, I want to share my hobbies and skills with everyone. I want to share the diversity of cultures and nature with people who have never experienced South Africa before. When I'm busy in my workshop at night, it's my way of being alone and setting the standards that I want to live by. Nobody interferes with my creativity. I hope that you can also find a place in your world where you can go to and be yourself. I also hope that my videos will be inspirational to you as viewers.
Tall grass and reeds for dioramas
Tall grass and reeds for riverbanks can be made with a variety of different materials. I'm using sisal rope, but it's a heavy fiber and to solve the problem, I decided to use liquid rubber or liquid latex. It hardens fast and are able to hold the fibers upright in a very short time. It dries clear and once the fibers are stuck, the flexible latex won't let go.
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How to make stalactites
Просмотров 6 тыс.4 года назад
I made this replica of one of the cave halls of the Cango caves in South Africa. The stalactites I made seemed difficult at first, but once you master the thickness of the plaster mix, it's easier than you think. Watch my full video tutorial on the build of this cave. Stalactites can be made in many different ways and I tried a couple of different methods, including air-dry clay and hot glue. I...
Old willow at stone bridge diorama build tutorial
Просмотров 15 тыс.4 года назад
I made this old willow mostly from natural materials. I picked up those lovely weathered branches and used them as the trunks for the willow. The leaves of the tree were made from grass seeds where the seeds were removed and only the husks remained. I tried to build a stone bridge for the first time and I think it turned out pretty well, after I watched a couple of videos of "Black Magic Craft"...
Replacement for Sculptamold
Просмотров 1 тыс.4 года назад
It's not rocket science, but it is a very good replacement for Sculptamold. Sculptamold is a registered trademark, so I think it's appropriate not to mention the brand any more. With this recipe, you don't have to buy any materials, except for the plaster. It's a dry method and there's no wetting or baking. It's ready immediately. You can follow me on Instagram at: africanscenedio...
How to make silicone and corn starch molds for plaster rocks
Просмотров 34 тыс.4 года назад
This video is the first part of a much longer video I previously made, where I demonstrated the whole process of making the silicone and corn starch mold and the casting of the plaster rock and the painting of the rock. This video is only for viewers that are interested in the mold making and the plaster casting process. I will soon post the video where I demonstrate only the part where I paint...
HIGHLY detailed diorama tree tutorial
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.4 года назад
Attention to detail was the purpose of this diorama tree tutorial. I took my time with the build, like an artist with a painting. I tried to achieve a very realistic look by using a real plant and very basic, but effective materials. The airy look was what I was trying to achieve, and in the end, I personally think that I got it right. Follow me on Instagram: africanscenedioramas...
African wildlife and nature photography slideshow - wonders of Africa
Просмотров 1814 года назад
I have the greatest admiration and love for our nature and the diversity that we as South Africans can experience on a regular basis. Our own family farm is teeming with wildlife and we cherish it with all our hearts. The wildlife on our farm are all free roaming. This is just another hobby of mine that I would like to share with you as viewers. Follow me on Instagram: africanscen...
EXTRAORDINARY cave diorama build tutorial - first of its kind on YouTube
Просмотров 13 тыс.4 года назад
The Cango caves in South Africa are absolutely wonderful. It's a must see when you visit South Africa. The cave halls are enormous and very accessible to visitors. This diorama was a huge challenge because there are almost no reference material on similar builds and I had to improvise all the way through this process. The only things I were comfortable working with, was the plaster of paris, re...
Ultimate cave diorama build teaser - First of its kind on YouTube
Просмотров 7474 года назад
This is a simulation of a cave hall in the Cango caves in South Africa. A full build guide of this project will be released soon. This cave diorama build took me a long time to build, but in the end I would say it was totally worth it. Some of the LED'S were embedded in the clear resin. That's where the glow in the resin comes from. Follow me on Instagram: africanscenedioramas
How to build a waterfall diorama - Awesome scenery from South Africa
Просмотров 4,1 тыс.4 года назад
This is a waterfall that I remember from my childhood, and it's in the Eastern part of South Africa. I built this diorama before I knew I was going to share it on RUclips, but everything I did was explained in detail in the tutorial. I'm sharing all the details you need to know to build a similar waterfall diorama. Follow me on Instagram: africanscenedioramas #waterfalldiorama #d...
African village diorama tutorial
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.4 года назад
This is a traditional Venda village that you'll find in the Northern parts of South Africa. This is more a scene from my childhood memories. By the time I was building my dioramas, I didn't know that I was going to share it on RUclips, so unfortunately this is not a step by step guide. The materials I used were air drying clay, polystyrene, plaster of paris, foam sponge, two part epoxy resin, a...
Softbox LED light made from a cake pan - overhead filming
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.4 года назад
Very effective softbox LED lights made from cake pans can emit very beautiful soft light on your subject such as objects on your tabletop or even very professional looking reflections on your face if you turn the camera towards yourself.
Overhead LED lighting for shooting videos on a tabletop
Просмотров 1964 года назад
Shooting videos on your tabletop can be a challenge when your setup is a mess. A well planned lighting system can save you time and a lot of frustration. I built two softbox LED lights from stainless steel cake pans that work very effectively and makes a great addition to soft lighting for perfect videos and photos. How to make softbox with LED'S: m.ruclips.net/video/qIOj4Lyq_M4/видео.html #led...
Tablet or iPad holder and mount for tripod - effective and easy
Просмотров 1814 года назад
This tablet holder mount came out much more effective and easy to build than I thought. I often use it for photography and screen mirroring when I use my other cameras. The tablet cover can be removed to use the high resolution front camera. Its a very sturdy design, and very safe to use for a large tablet. It can be used while standing on your desk or on a tripod. #ipadholder #tabletholder
Double cyclone dust collector 99.3% effective
Просмотров 6 тыс.4 года назад
This unique design makes this simple and cheap dust collector very effective. l tweaked this dust collector until it was perfect. I am sure you will achieve the same results. It was made from three waste oil buckets. It has a double cyclone effect, where the dust at the bottom can not re-enter the vortex.
Make your own silicone rock molds - how to paint plaster rocks
Просмотров 6 тыс.4 года назад
Make your own silicone rock molds - how to paint plaster rocks
Waterfall diorama Africa + bonus elephant family at drinking hole
Просмотров 9894 года назад
Waterfall diorama Africa bonus elephant family at drinking hole
Has anyone tried to count how many times it can be used such a mold? I would like to make some pieces of decorative brick for myself, not thicker than 2 cm. Can special RTV silicone for molds be the cheaper option for multiple use?
Only small particles are dangerous to human health and you can’t check whether they have been caught by relying on your 99.99999 percentage . It is just misleading.
thank, you for you're helpful video.👍
Very interesting. One question. Can I use corn flour instead of Corn Starch?
The work you do sets a whole new standard ! Amazing is an understatement and a great video!!
2:22 you said silicone instead of cornstarch
Some outstanding work here. I particularly like the idea of using the sisal fibers and liquid rubber for reeds.
this is stunning. great talent.
I model on the cheap. I make all my own ground scatter (flocking) out of either sawdust that gets coloured in the electric coffee grinder my wife gave me for modeling, or foam rubber done same way in the coffee grinder. That way you can control the colours and the granularity of your finished product. I also make my own iron oxide (rust) by soaking about 4 pieces of 0000 steel wool in a quart jar with white vinegar. After about a month sitting in the window, I pour the mixture into a large pan (I use my old 11" x 14" stainless steel photo fixer trays when I had a darkroom) or baking dish and wait for the mixture to completely dry (usually about 2 to 3 weeks). Then I take a single edge razor blade and pulverize the contents into a fine powder and store it in little tins. Each batch I've done comes out a little different in colour. Then you use the rust as you would any weathering powder or chalk. It looks real, 'cause it IS real rust! I also colour my own chalk with acrylic paint and food colouring. I never buy weathering powders. Instead, I go to the dollar store and buy women's makeup in the little plastic containers. For $1.00 you can get quite a collection of different colours and they adhere better than weathering powders. For trees, I use the Nandena bush after the little red berries fall off, it leaves a perfect tree trunk (armature). I also have a TON of lichen growing out back on the hill behind my house. When using the Nandena bush tree armatures, you can paint them whatever colour you want--even grey for aspen trees. Cover the armatures with lichen, seafoam or whatever you want, then add your own home-made flocking and you're done. For pine trees, I use florist wire (wrapped) doubled and bits of jute cut in 1 to 1 1/2" laid in the wire, then using a drill, twist the wire while holding the other end in a pair of pliers.. I also use barbeque bamboo skewers with pig hair (horse hair) furnace filters (they're already green); have to paint the skewers first. And I never use spray paint since I use my airbrush for all my painting. I can use either acrylic or oil base paints; I usually use one airbrush for acrylic and the other one for oil base paints. Cheers from W Rusty Lane K9POW in eastern Tennessee
Thank you for this very illuminating tutorial. I am doing something similar and have a little tip to add. I also found the ‘tentacles’ challenging, and then hit on the idea of doing them horizontally on a silicone mat. Then I glue the hardened drips onto the model. One other technique I am using is to wrap aluminium food containers around a wooden post. These are stiffer than foil, and also free. They take on some interesting folds, and I found them easy to use. Admittedly my scene is on a larger scale than yours. Really appreciate the diversity of techniques you used to get the different effects, and such a great result!
wait are the willow tree real or fake?? was wondering if you could use real tree and branches for dioramas
Thank you very much. No, real trees won't work. Only way is the hard way.
It’s beautiful, I love the willow tree!
I use epoxy resin, can this be used as well?
If you want your cheaper molds to last longer add a lot less cornflour and after it’s cured on the positive - before removing it, cover the back of the mold with a thick layer of plaster with a few registration marks to match it up again later. This will give your softer silicone mold rigidity. Place the silicone mold into the plaster mother mold cast your positive into the mold, remove the mould from the mother mold and pull out the cast.
Amazing there are no other words
Awesome work
Lovely diorama! Is it Mac Mac falls by any chance?
Thank you very much. No, it's hidden from the public, somewhere in the mountains near Pilgrim's rest.
@@africanscenedioramas9623 Ah, I wasn't sure: similar to Mac Mac, but not quite the same. I used to spend a lot of time in the school holidays with my Dad, camping downstream of Lisbon Falls. Beautiful part of the world!
That is one of the nicest water/ willow diorama's I've seen. I've been searching the web to try and find someone who has made or can make a good looking willow tree. I've found that craftsman. Now all I have to do is transfer it into N scale. I don't suppose you do a Peppercorn tree as well or know of someone who can? Your mixing of odd components to make things with is great. The river weeds and the moss. My railway scenery job has just been made a whole world easier. Mate a fantastic result. You wouldn't think a clump of dry grass could be made to look so good.
You can skip the corn starch all together and the molds last a lot longer. What you do is put some dish-soap into water (a good amount but don't go overboard.) Squeeze the silicon out into the water and you can work it in the water without it sticking to your skin. As it begins to stiffen, you can kneed and shape it similar to the cornstarch method. Arrived here via originally discovering you from the sculptamold replacement video. I've been using that mix myself ever since! Cheers.
Дуже дякую! Дуже гарно! І англійську мову також вчимо одночасно. (Thank you very much! Very nice! And we also learn English at the same time.)
Saludos desde California
Great work! Congratulations!
Artwork!
Really cool, I’m gonna try this on my diorama
I was drawn to your channel to view silicone molds. Love this diorama. Beautiful work.
Thank you very much!
Brilliant!!!
Lovely build! Going to try the liquid rubber/ reed technique
Holy cow! That is phenomenal!
AWSOME INSPIRATION! THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR SKILLS WITH US! I like how you tested the waters route ahead of time and made adjustments accordingly. Awsome work! Truly inspiring. Thanks.
Can this be used on wood? I have a claw foot wooden table that I’m needing to repair.
No, I don't think so.
If you used less cornstarch..would you avoid it getting hard and crack?
It can be. You can try it out. Thanks
Amazing cave , looks so real, thank your for the only best cave tutorial 🙏🏽🤩
First time watching your channel love all your scenery great work
Awesome tutorial, I'm an architecture student, and this technique is a game-changer, thank you!🙏🏻🙌
Thank you too. I can now try to make a mold!
Fantastic. Congratulations.
"Can somebody tell me which waterfall in Mpumalanga south Africa was used in this diorama video?" (I'd would really like to know.)
It's a waterfall hidden from public viewing, a few kilos away from Pilgrim's Rest. I can't remember where, but they took us to this gem far into the mountains. I was a young boy at a veld school kamp
You are an incredible artist!! It was a pleasure to watch you work and you deliver your videos in such an easy to follow way; I learned so much… thank you!
Beautiful
Felicitaciones, una clase magistral.
What color schemes did you use? I'm making my own cave diorama and your colors look much more realistic than mine.
Nice diorama and techniques, but a suggestion would be to eliminate the background music! Sorry, but it's really awful and you don't need it. I found myself turning the sound down most of the time. Otherwise, a great job on a difficult subject.
Thanks for sharing
Please come back with some more tutorials, they really are good.
That was magnificent to watch and the results are stunning, thanks for sharing :0)
Thanks, glad to hear 😘
That is not a double cyclone that's a single cyclone with a bucket extension. And the whistling is coming from using a ribbed hose with a powerful vacuum.
Thanks for an interesting argument. There are two siclone actions happening simultaneously. One on top of the separator and one at the bottom where all the dust stays and don't get a chance to swirl upwards again and end up in your vacuum cleaner.
Yeh, I figured out the ribbed hose, thanks.
Good video, but the music is VERY distracting and loud with earbuds.
Very nice. How does it handle finer dust?
This cave looks pretty cool, and realistic. I do wish that you would've coloured the water a bluish turquoise colour though, because I think the water would've looked better if you had done that. I'm also not sure why you added things in white at the end... but other than that, this looks awesome. Great video 👍
Thank you, if you look carefully, you'll see the turquoise water in the back.
@@africanscenedioramas9623 I did see that, and it looks amazing. I really liked the look of the turquoise water.
Wow. This is good.