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I've decided I will make a mold out of plaster and form the wet paper sail to it to create the billowed sail.....

Pics will follow as I develop the mold......

 

Rob

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16 minutes ago, Keith Black said:

Good thought, just be sure to seal the mold.

Indeed...I have Separator used for sealing against acrylics made for plasters and dental stones....it will do the trick.

It will be like working with paper machete ...... just without the starch.  I have a feeling this technique will develop as I go along.

 

Rob

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One other note:  Just as one would modify  furled sail material(Not using the full sail to furl), I will cut and modify the sail to appear to be reefed up(along with the actual bunt and leach lines).

One must utilize forced perspective to achieve the desired result....and visually modifying the sail to *appear* as if it is being let out or furled, without going through the tedium of folding each billow and crease within the sail.

 

Rob

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I'm also toying with the idea of vacuum forming the billows and then gluing them together at the buntline seams...this idea seams to have great possibilities.  Then the final product will get a good coat of paint.

 

I can create wood molds that I can then put in my vacuum former to create the pieces to form the entire sail.......

 

This idea sounds good too......

 

Oh my mind is a whir of deep cosmic transient thoughts.......

Something genius will pop out I'm sure......

 

Rob

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I myself have found that while waiting for genius I've gotten more poop than pop...........fiberglass resin also works very well as a plaster sealer. 

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On the other hand, if you can pull it off, I think it would look OK and something 'different'.  That said, would not the course be one of the first major sails set?

 

cheers

 

Pat

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8 hours ago, rwiederrich said:

I even toyed with the idea of making the main sheet billowy as if being furled or nearly unfurled. And the Mizzen main furled.

Similar to this image of Glory of the Seas.  Any opinions with that idea? 

Wonderful rigging job! A delight to watch someone else suffer through it, but a bit daunting. Were I at the early stages of building yet another Constitution, I'd be sorely tempted to reduce the task of rigging and proceed with building her in her receiving ship days. Or perhaps an Independence (1814) as a receiving ship at Mare Island before she was burned for her scrap metal on the mud flats at Hunter's Point.

 

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As noted, the billowing sails pose decided challenges, but I think it's worth the effort because it brings the model "alive" and, importantly, I think, opens up the view to the details on deck and at the base of the mast, which otherwise are always a problem getting the amount of viewer attention they truly deserve.

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14 hours ago, BANYAN said:

On the other hand, if you can pull it off, I think it would look OK and something 'different'.  That said, would not the course be one of the first major sails set?

 

cheers

 

Pat

I would think so......Furling a sail is one thing....creating billows is another...and it ain't easy.

 

Rob

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13 hours ago, Bob Cleek said:

Wonderful rigging job! A delight to watch someone else suffer through it, but a bit daunting. Were I at the early stages of building yet another Constitution, I'd be sorely tempted to reduce the task of rigging and proceed with building her in her receiving ship days. Or perhaps an Independence (1814) as a receiving ship at Mare Island before she was burned for her scrap metal on the mud flats at Hunter's Point.

 

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As noted, the billowing sails pose decided challenges, but I think it's worth the effort because it brings the model "alive" and, importantly, I think, opens up the view to the details on deck and at the base of the mast, which otherwise are always a problem getting the amount of viewer attention they truly deserve.

I agree....a receiving period model of the Connie would be a fresh new idea and a wonderful addition to any collection.

A model to really encourage conversations.

 

Thanks for your comments.

 

Rob

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15 hours ago, Keith Black said:

I myself have found that while waiting for genius I've gotten more poop than pop...........fiberglass resin also works very well as a plaster sealer. 

Indeed.

 

The wrinkles, Oh the wrinkles.   Forming wet paper over round/ovoidal  surfaces is a tuff gig. (Unanticipated).  I was overly positive...I think.

I've done this before...but the level of poor surface quality..just is no cutting it for the level of detail I'm working for.

 

I also tried the *Forced perspective*...comprising a layering effect , simulating folding canvas...even after hours of attempt and paint and such....the effect was far from convincing.  Maybe on another model...one not going in the direction this ones going.

 

Sheesh.......

 

All that is left is to attempt the vacuum forming idea....if that becomes a complicated mess...then I am not spending another wasted minute.

I'll regain my focus and continue with the full set of sails as originally planned.

 

Rob

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Just a note:  After exhausting all other ideas to form billowing sails that represent a sail that is being drawn in via its bunt, clew and sheets....it has become apparent to me that attaining a similar look...one that is in harmony with all the other sails....is not easily done with such dissimilar material.

 

Starching the paper sails was not an option, because the overall look was altered..and an uneven micro wrinkled surface was also not acceptable.

Similar translucency was never achievable (Not to my liking anyway).  Vacuum forming was my best option for achieving the best results for great billows....however..they never looked natural and joints between billows never materialized with the neatness and cleanliness I  had so desired.

I have no photographic evidence....because in experimentation mode, I generally do not take images.  Not until I have found a successful...repeatable technique do I then record those efforts.

 

So my friends....it looks as if the brilliant idea of incorporating several fluttering sails as was depicted in the Glory of the Seas painting won't be part of this build.  No real tragedy.....a full set of sails is impressive enough and the technique I have developed for this model will suffice.

 

So now it's back to the shipyard(and out of the laboratory), and time to put my hands to making the lower topsail.

I will add the shroud fairleads to the starboard side(Port side is complete), and run the top sails control lines, the topsail yard downhaul and such.

 

Thanks for enduring my little charade.  I gave the impression of success....when in fact,  all I did was experiment, and waste time. 

 

Rob

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1 hour ago, rwiederrich said:

all I did was experiment, and waste time

Rob, it wasn't a waste of time, you learned something. Keep up the great work........KB

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1 hour ago, Keith Black said:

Rob, it wasn't a waste of time, you learned something. Keep up the great work........KB

Waste of time was not the right description......

You are very correct....the only time I meant that was wasted was the time utilized for experimentation that was not used in actual building.

 

Time spent experimenting is NEVER wasted.

I just lurnt how not to make convincing fluffy billowing sails.

 

Rob

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You would never of known had you not tried Rob.  One day a new idea may 'pop-into your head' but for now we will enjoy the sails you have done.

 

cheers

 

Pat

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1 hour ago, BANYAN said:

You would never of known had you not tried Rob.  One day a new idea may 'pop-into your head' but for now we will enjoy the sails you have done.

 

cheers

 

Pat

Thanks Pat.  I am encouraged knowing that anything will *Pop* into my head.

 

Rob

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Spent some time today wrapping up some belaying of roya/topsail control lines before I begin to work on the lower topsail.

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Next, I rigged blocks for lifts and sheets for the lower topsail.

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After this task...I built and set the lower topsail.......once done I had to rig more blocks for its control.

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While building the sail I opted to simulate the addition of repaired panels on the sails...to give some realistic perspective.

 

Still have lots of control lines to run along with the belaying of buntlines and sheets..not to mention the downhauls.

 

Once sail down and the main course left on the main mast..

 

Rob

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That looks very good Rob, the level of detail at the scale you are building is excellent.

 

cheers

 

Pat

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she's look'in great rob.........sorry to hear your experiment wasn't very fruitful.   you never know though,  it will likely happen,  when your attempting to do something else ;)    sometime the results of achievement is attained by another result of failure,  that when you don't feel so bad ;)   but hey,  your really putting some nice touches to a sweet look'in model.......you've already succeeded! 

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3 hours ago, popeye the sailor said:

she's look'in great rob.........sorry to hear your experiment wasn't very fruitful.   you never know though,  it will likely happen,  when your attempting to do something else ;)    sometime the results of achievement is attained by another result of failure,  that when you don't feel so bad ;)   but hey,  your really putting some nice touches to a sweet look'in model.......you've already succeeded! 

Thanks loads Popeye.....I will attempt billowing sails again...with the experience I acquired from this last set of experiments.

I just couldn't get the same smooth surface look that was present in all of the other sails...and I didn't want the billowing sails to look entirely different in color and surface aesthetics.

A full set of active sails will do just nicely.

 

Rob

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Normally I'm not much of a fan of sails on ship models as they to me rarely look natural or correct. The sails on your GR on the other hand are the best I've seen, I'd be tempted to try sails if I could get similar results. I'll have to read back as to how you did them.

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1 minute ago, vossiewulf said:

Normally I'm not much of a fan of sails on ship models as they to me rarely look natural or correct. The sails on your GR on the other hand are the best I've seen, I'd be tempted to try sails if I could get similar results. I'll have to read back as to how you did them.

Simple paper is all.  It can be rolled and manipulated into pretty much what you need in a sail.  A light coat of the appropriate paint...let dry and there you go..   I'll help you with any advice and suggestions.

 

Rob

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Funny thing Rob revisiting your build today, brought back memories of my ten year old self gluing the plastic billowing sails on a small airfix plastic kit, I cannot even remember what the ship was. You are certainly doing a wonderful job, with the sails.

 

Michael

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On 1/25/2019 at 12:11 PM, michael mott said:

Funny thing Rob revisiting your build today, brought back memories of my ten year old self gluing the plastic billowing sails on a small airfix plastic kit, I cannot even remember what the ship was. You are certainly doing a wonderful job, with the sails.

 

Michael

Well Michael...I can only gather that you're reminded of your 10 year old plastic sail experience by looking at my sail experience, which means....?...     And which also begs me to wonder if my attempts are  not much better, in your eyes, than  a ten year olds attempt?😏

 

I need to step up my game then.😆

 

Just kidding....I know what you meant...and thanks!

 

Rob

Current build:

Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196

 

 

Finished build:

Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/#

 

Current build(On hold):

Build log: 1/96  Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/

 

Completed build:  http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/

The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."

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Spent some time today rigging the lower topsail.....

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Current build:

Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196

 

 

Finished build:

Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/#

 

Current build(On hold):

Build log: 1/96  Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/

 

Completed build:  http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/

The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."

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Belayed sail control lines to the pin rails...still need to add rope coils.

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Current build:

Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196

 

 

Finished build:

Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/#

 

Current build(On hold):

Build log: 1/96  Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/

 

Completed build:  http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/

The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."

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While I was working I opted to add the forestay and its rigging.

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Current build:

Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196

 

 

Finished build:

Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/#

 

Current build(On hold):

Build log: 1/96  Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/

 

Completed build:  http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/

The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts."

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