25 Tips for Scale Modellers
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- Опубликовано: 26 сен 2015
- A crash-course in scale modelling, these 25 tips should help beginners and maybe even more advanced modellers to improve their techniques and models!
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I am 71 years old and have just rejoined this amazing hobby after a break of around, er . . . . 60 years. You are probably around 50 my junior but your quick, precise tips and comments have been so helpful and are an inspiration to me. Thank you so much.
I found that if you put bluetack underneath fragile parts you can cut it off with a hobbyknife without it going to another dimension
Gregorie Morales I always lose hatch handles because they decided to escape the 3rd dimension
Relatable
What a great idea, thank you very much, of course it stands to reason that it's the smallest part and therefore the hardest to find.
the carpet monster under my desk is well fed! i'm forever dropping parts lol
I cut it with a knife while the side of my finger holds on to the piece 😊
This is probably one of the most inspiring videos I have watched in relation to model making. I expecially love the part where you reassure amateurs like me not to look at the really lovely models you see online. Amateurs and experienced experts are different. Experience experts takes weeks to complete 1 kit . But practice and practice is the key to become a a expert
I like this. It's a very well-made video.
Thank you, I'm glad you appreciate the effort I out into the production :)
Quick Kits
Hey Owen! I use Mr White putty to fill gaps between parts, whenever I sand it to make it smooth, the excess putty gets caught on the sandpaper and makes it unusable after a short while. How can i remove the putty/filler from the sandpaper so I can use it again?
wipe it on your sleeve.
will pattison
Tried it before, didn't work
try a wire brush, the small kind. There's a 3 pack with wire/brass/nylon brushes, use the brass one first, start off lightly ( sold in £ shops/wilko's/hardware or online shops) . Also try putting some (blackboard) chalk on the sandpaper first, this sometimes helps, rub some on then tap lightly to remove excess.
That bit at the end was exactly what I needed. Thank you.
You are the man and very inspiring for modeling without airbrush. I've been watching your vids and hopefully will be able to start my kit this week. Can't wait. Thank you!
Agreed! I have a stack of kits I haven't touched in years and years because keep thinking I need to wait to get an airbrush so that I can achieve some museum-quality level of perfection. I had fun painting with a brush as a kid/teen. These videos remind me of what can be achieved without purchasing/maintaining lots of gear.
WarriorPoet01 I personally prefer painting with a brush, it sort of makes you appreciate the model a bit more. I think it adds personality to the model and makes it truly yours, if that makes any sense. I often do my own thing when it comes to painting, i stick to the colours but i have a bit of fun with the camouflage. What would i know, i'm pretty new to the scale modelling scene. The first kit i ever got was in 2013 and that was a P-40 Warhawk by Airfix (1:72). I painted it in black and brown (horrible i know) because i didn't know much of anything about aircraft. But now i think i'm on my way to being an expert.
Uggghhhh so many words, if you make it down here leave a reply and say "hogwash" haha
Tim-Tam Smith hogwash:)
haha me too! I am preparing for my first model by learning from Owen. Indeed a nice teacher! :)
I'm getting back into modeling after about 10 years away. I used to airbrush- it wasn't much fun but did leave a great finish. Now I'm looking at enjoying the process more.
Here's is another suggestion I would make, piggy-backing off of the narrator's final comments: No matter how bad your earliest efforts are, save them and display them. I used to trash some of my earliest stuff, but not all of it. Over time, I've come to enjoy looking at those early disasters because they show me how much I've improved. When I start to get frustrated and think I just suck, I look at the progress I have made and remind myself that the more I build, the better I get.
I do that myself :D I have a box of really old stuff stored in the loft
Quick Kits Yeah, i had a Curtiss P-40 Warhawk, my very first kit ever, and i painted it horribly and didn't put decals on it. But, despite all the other kits i trashed, i kept it. Sure, it's missing it's landing gear and the rear tail fins, and the canopy, and the propellers, and the exhaust...
By the way, sorry QuickKits for being on a commenting spree lately, i just discovered your channel a few days ago and your videos are really awesome and helpful and i can't help myself from commenting.
Back into model making after about 30 years very good tips and great videos 👍👍👍👍
Thanx so much for encouragement at the very end.......old buggers like me DO get intimidated by the PERFECT models I see...and was nice to see BRUSH painting..... did that for years and still do but am being daring by buying spray cans.....getting better at it and I will say such is better than brushing for big areas !
Get an airbrush. I started modelling 50 years ago gave it away late teens and re-commenced when my daughter in law gave me a kit for my birthday. My eyes aren't as good and my hand not as steady. However, an airbrush with a fine propelling pencil to do panel lines has made every one a winner so far. The finish is unbelievable.
Great tips Owen! I just started modelling again after a couple of years out of the business and these tips will certainly improve the look of my projects ;) Great to see that there are other people who keep modelling without an airbrush, and still have a great result. Keep up the good work! Grtz from Belgium.
enjoyed this one... particularly the message at the end, and don´t forget to have FUN! nice seing you!
I watch this often, as every time I still learn new things. Thanks!
Wow! I am amazed (and love the tips) as to how you painted the airplane without an airbrush or spray can.
Never have I found such a simple and great way to hand paint with amazing results.
Great as not all of us can have a spray station.
Cheers!!
I made my first model in 1976 and I couldn't put it better than this. Precise, crisp and to the point. Every novice modeller needs to see this video.
I think your attitude to the hobby of scale modelling is superb. It cheered me up no end and is applicable to pretty much any hobby. Thanks for the video, full of top tips.
Very useful tips Owen, my models are starting to look a lot better now. I'm practising with starter kits and acrylic paints and really taking my time with them.
Great vid! Love the part about things you can’t teach. You can see that you love models and wish for others to love it too. You’re a fantastic teacher!!
Thank you very much :)
I've watched this video a few times and find it very useful for improving my models.
OMG Great great thaaaanks for this video. I've been looking my whole life for videos like this how to improve modeling :)
I really love this video
Awesome video, thanks man! Just the tips and encouragement I needed to bust into my first gundam kit build!
A fantastic aid for my return to scale modelling after almost 30 years. Thanks.
Just started watching your videos and I really enjoy them. I've been looking for a RUclips channel that provides clear and effective techniques for modeling, as I don't always find reading about it as beneficial; and I think I've finally found it. Keep up the great work
Thank you that's great to hear!
Thank you for sharing your knowledge 🙏 made a massive improvement to my models but still got to master it even more 👍
Great video, it covers a lot and answers a lot of questions. Thanks very much
Great video and excellent advice. Your hand painted models look amazing.
The last tip on using PVA glue is something I never thought of and has certainly improved the quality of my models. I have to give my thanks
superb tips, and even though I've been modelling for a few years, have learnt something new. Thanks.
Great video, dude! You've saved a lot of newbies hours, days and dollars of frustration with this! Good points all around, especially about having fun and enjoying the hobby!
Thanks mate I'm glad you think that!! :)
Thank you! This video and your other videos are so helpful. I've learned a lot of new techniques I'm dying to try.
Thanks, I hope they work well for you!
Been painting models for 30 or more years, thank you I learnt some new techniques here.
Hey- Thank you for sharing. Appreciate your videos and I certainly picked up a few tricks. Keep up the good work mate. Cheers 👍🏻
Just found this vid and it's incredibly helpful. Thank you for putting it together
Top-flight presentation - have been building for years and still I learnt something new.
Very good tips compressed into 3 minutes. This was a no-nonsense video (they are hard to come by). Thanks!
Simple, easy to follow tips in a well presented video. Very nice indeed.👏
Genuinely the most inspiring video I've seen in months
Concise and to the point... bloody good video!
Great videos, after a period of about ten years I want to get back into scale modelling, but really up my game. These videos very helpful as I did not have youtube for tips and tricks back then!
Very very kind of you to put this together. Looking forward to getting started on a kit now! Cheers!
Thanks! Hope your build goes well!
Wow. Thanks for those great tips! Really appreciated.
Well done and love the comments and the end about not being put off by what is seen out there, because the work is fantastic!. I had model-envy there for a while!!!
Awesome im going to get back into this hobby after 40 years now
Great way to pass the time
Love the tip about using PVA glue for the canopy! Also, the tip for scratching paint off the canopy is a good one too.
Bloody handy tips delivered in quick manner!
Great video! So many useful tips. Must try some, thanks 😀
Fantastic video and truly an asset to the hobby!😊
What a great little video. Brilliant, thank you.
Your videos are great, clear, concise and no waffle, good job
Everyone who is starting out should watch your video. Nicely done!
Had to watch and pause and take notes, so many good tips, thanks!
Great and useful video without padding - cheers
Plain spoken quality advice, excellent video. Well done.
awesome, thinking of starting, stuff you do is just beautiful
Just starting out and this is a big help, thanks a lot ! Youre the BEST !
That tip about cutting out part of the sprue with small pieces is really helpful, I often end up bending or breaking tiny parts trying to get them off.
Same here.
Very good tips on model making Owen 👍👍👍
I am a new subscriber and you’re very inspiring. Please continue to show your expertise!
Amazing video. Well presented, concise, absolutely necessary content and I can go on and on!
Owen, I love your channel! Keep up the great work.
Thank you very much, I really appreciate that :)
My pleasure! :) Have a good one.
Great video - love your particular energy, bro
HNY ❤🍻
The patience and attention to detail is amazing. I lack both traits.
Practice and waiting for paint to dry glue to set is important. Dont rush - enjoy and take your time
@@conoredwards723 Normally I am doing these for going away gifts that get held up magnets and float. A wise person would spend the time well in advance. I usually start the night before. I may never change.
thanks for posting this great tips en tricks!!!
You're very welcome!
I really like your videos. Thanks Owen.
THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOO MUCH!you are correct at the end as well,I really do wish I was as good as an expert but thanks for the tips!!!!!!
I've just started flying, and have bought my first airfix models, thanks for the advice dude!
I have just started plastic modeling I have built things for a long time but I will soon start on my second one and hopefully this video will have helped me
Crisp, precise and bang on!
Well I'll just be darned after having been an avid modeler for well over 30 years you even taught me something. And the link to paint conversion charts is most helpful, thank you sir. Well done video as well. I rather like the format, packed with useful info but not long and drawn out. Nice job.
Thank you very much! I'm pleased that you liked the format and learnt something new 😃
Excellent video and very helpful. Great job and thanks.
You're welcome, I'm glad you enjoyed it
So young - so wise!!! Top, top tips. Thanks for sharing and all power to you!
Haha! :D Thank you very much, you're welcome!
Some very good tips, thanks buddy ✌
very cool tips thanks, i did not believe the simplicity of some of your tips and the excellent results. one tip i loved was was pva for clear canopy. i asked so many model shops for a great glue for clear parts and over the years have spend so much on recommended glues that all failed on clear parts. tried pva once and it was perfect. it never occurred to me to even try wood glue.
Thankyou buddy. I was tinkering with the idea of model making then the vids I watched was all spray guns and perfection and then u showed me pegs and brushes.. So I think its down to the model shop this week. Bless you
GREAT video...very useful tips...Thank you.
I love this guy! Great attitude
This actually helps so much thank you !
While I again linked this video to a beginner I have to say: This is still the video and the channel I link people to if they ask me where to start and where to get tips from!
Great attitude and guidance. Well done, sir.
Thanks!
Wow man! Good work, beatifull video production,and very nice skills... I didnt imagine how far can a normal brush go!
Great video, Thanks, and for the links as well!!!
Excellent video - brilliant advice!
thanks for posting. I have not made a model since the early 1980s. Painting always intimidated me.
you sir,just earned a sub.Saved me from huge Mistakes,thank you so much.
A lifetimes worth of advice in just over three minutes. Thank you sooooo much for this video, a link to this video should be included with every kit sold!!!!!!
Many thanks.
Hahaha if only! Thank you :)
+Quick Kits Being 17 and only just getting into Painting my Models, This video really helped with learning the right way to paint the Models! Thanks
Fantastic video, thank you.
this was great
I just started building again after 30 years. thank you.very encouraging
my first build is going to n.a. a WWII P40 flying tiger.
Thank you that was just what I was looking for!
Thank you for the tips, this video was super inspiring.
I actually just finished building my Revell 1:48 F-14, and I am about to get some decal solution and paint thinner, meaning that this will be a huge step up.
Top-tips here..I learnt a thing or two. 👍
Thank you!
Great / practical advice. Thanks!
thank you. its a very informative video. love the preshading using a soft pencil technique and the use of thinned down PVA glue as a gloss base for decals :)
I'm glad that it helps! :)
Excellent advice ...I've learnt a lot, Thanks.
No problem, thank you!
Soo awesome, great video! Thanks!
Very nice. I will use these tips in making my kits
Thank you. Loved your video.
Thank you so much this helped me improved while Building Those model kits
Thanks for the help, this helped me a lot, i'm still in school so its hard to come across money this makes model making very hard for me (especially the pain). Once again thank you or the help, you seem like a nice friendly guy.
I'm glad it's helped you! You're very welcome, thank you for the comment! Good luck with your future builds :)
Wonderful !! Great tips
Great list of tips and all in 3 minutes.. I took dozens of videos and hours to share half that knowledge. Well done. I must learn to stop waffling.
Very helpful, many thanks.
Thanks, I'm planning on assembling and painting two starter kits