Chasseur
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Dave, looking good for a first attempt. I think I might have some files on sculpting that I used when modifying some Wargaming figures. If I find them I'll forward them to you as if I'm not mistaken they were excellent regarding anatomy and posing figures. Jeff -
Thanks for the colour photo as the one I have is B &W. I have heard of the Facebook page however I am not a fan of it or twitter to be honest. Yes the ornate work is intimidating that's why I chose this vessel for this very reason. I want a challenge and this project will definitely give it to me. I have one project I must get finished before I start my build. I am just in the process of reconfiguring a diorama for our local library. I have modelled an island scene with miniature 54 mm toy soldiers. The genera is Nemo's War the Mysterious Island. Once I get it finished then I will start on my SIB. Also I joined SIBAA and David Lavoie was gracious enough to give me the first years subscription for free. What a gentleman to say the least. I am in the research mode right now and following some builders namely John Fox III, Heather Gabrielle Rodgers, Juan Rodriquez del Barrio, and a Frenchman whose name escapes me at the moment as well as yourself here on MSW. For a little warm up I am just about finished a WW1 battleship at 1/6000 scale just for kicks! Anyway I love the work you are doing and it has been a great inspiration plus your techniques are sound. Respectfully, Jeff
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Yeah lots of builders prefer basswood however more and more are trying jelutong, tupelo, butternut, and redwood is becoming more and more popular. I am still trying to decide on a wood for a ship in bottle. My project will be the Royal Yacht Caroline 1749. I was going to build the HMS Mary 1660 however I stumbled upon a fantastic download of the Caroline by Sergio Bellabarba and Giorgio Osculati. The information is fantastic complete with history Of the vessel, mega line drawings and first rate detail of all ornate carvings. Selection of bottle will be critical as I am looking at a split hull model to increase the scale to show detail however I don't want to go over 1/700 as I am a purist when it comes to miniature ship building.
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Very good! Also there is a Gent on YouTube who goes by the name of Terran Scapes for water techniques. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vol7P8oHAk4 He uses Liquitex which is a 2 part polymer resin that I think could be used on top of the FIMO to give an excellent wave characteristic, and he has also tried coloring clear silicon with white paint as well for waves. Did you use butternut for your hull or basswood? Please advise ... Jeff
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Mr. Fellingham, This is truly an excellent article and build. I am interested in your technique regarding the FIMO clay. Have you had any issues with cracking once it dries out? Please advise ... Jeff
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