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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.