Build Logs

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Because it helps to see how I build and paint models, I try to include as many build logs as possible. Several of them have links to other forums, but I attempted to include all of the pertinent information here for ease of access. These build logs feature loads of pictures with descriptions of building steps, painting tips, weathering techniques, and diorama building. Lastly, if you have any questions or suggestions for my build logs or future builds, please let me know.

Republic LAAT Carrier - building a 3D model

Filling gaps, painting, weathering, stressing.

Completed model

Republic Gunship Commission - modifications to the Titanium Ultra

Modifying and Repainting of the Titanium Ultra version.

Completed model

Legion Combat Assault Tank - modifications to the tabletop miniature

Modifications of the Legion 1/44 miniature with photo-etch and additional details.

Still under construction

Bandai AT-ST Leg Articulation - modifications for full leg/foot rotation

Another look at the Bandai AT-ST to create leg angling made possible by rotation joints in the feet and upper legs. Will also include a diorama walkthrough.

Still under construction

Revell U-wing - build log - kit review, modifications, painting, weathering

This is an overhaul of the Revell kit with some added detail and minor corrections. It's a pretty nice kit for the price.

Still under construction

Revell Kylo Ren's Command Shuttle - build log - kit review, modifications, painting, weathering, lighting

This is an overhaul of the Revell kit with tons of added detail, new canopy, and lights. I also modified wings to be in the open "flight" position. Lastly, I talk about airbrushing the black color scheme with tips for weathering and highlighting.

Still under construction

AT-ST Hoth Diorama - build log - making & weathering damaged vehicles, rebel turret customizing, snow diorama

This 1/48 diorama of the Hoth trenches features a downed Bandai AT-ST and a Golan Arms DF.9 turret from JPG castings with added interior.

Still under construction

The Shrike - build log - Slave I kit-bash, scratch-building, painting, weathering

I kit-bashed a 1/72 Fine Molds Slave I into my own version of a bounty hunter ship for this build. I added a custom cockpit, engine detail, lights, and 2 figures. After the build, I wrote my own backstory of the characters and ship.

Completed model

Bandai AT-ST review - build log - kit review, modifications, painting, weathering

This is a detailed walkthough of the Bandai kit. I tried to cover areas to look out for, as well as how to modify the legs for full-articulation. Additionally, I replaced a lot of parts with brass detail. Finally, I added a Snowtrooper figure and roof blaster to match some artwork I found.

Completed model

AT-AT Barge - build log - scratch-building, painting, color modulation, links to forum thread

This is my own design of an AT-AT transport using an sd.kfz 251 halftrack as the kit-bashing base. I scribed dozens of panels using several tools, added more details, and finished with a color modulated scheme.

Completed model

Seaspeeder & Dock - build log - painting, weathering, diorama, making water/waves

I modified a Fine Molds T-47 Snowspeeder into a sea variant of my own design complete with floats and steering vanes. I built a dock, added a figure and cargo, and filled it with resin water. Finally, I wrote a backstory about the vehicle and pilot.

Completed model

Rezna P.234 Hovertank - build log - full kit-bash, painting, diorama desert scene

This is my latest single-kit kit-bash using Dragon's latest sd.kfz 234/4. It features an interior, opening engine hatch, and a neat desert diorama with some rotting tires, rocks, and a shrub.

Completed model

AT-TE Cargo Diorama - build log - full kit-bash, painting, weathering, diorama creation

This is a highly modified Revell AT-TE kit converted to a cargo walker of my own design. I made Clonetroopers from Micro Machine Stormtroopers, tried my hand at rock casting, built some cargo modules and an E-Web. Additionally, I added some sneaky Commando droids.

Completed model

KV-1 - build log - weathering, including hairspray technique for winter camo

This was a quick build of Tamiya's 1/48 KV-1. I attempted a method of winter whitewash using hairspray and various shades of white.

Completed model

Jagdschwebenpanzer - build log - full kit-bash walkthrough and painting

This is another hovertank I kit-bashed from a single Dragon Jagdpanther kit. It features opening hatches and interior detail.

Completed model

Rebel Tanker - build log - photos of the final build before painting

Inspired by one of the background ships at the end of The Empire Strikes Back, this version depicts a fuel tanker for the rebels.

Completed model

Rezna P.II Hovertank - build log - kit-bash walkthrough and painting

This started as a challenge to build the old Tamiya Panzer II using only what was in the box. So, I built a hovertank, using only the one kit, even going so far as to use part of the box and staples in the build.

Completed model

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