NovaStorm Posted January 6, 2021 Author Share #271 Posted January 6, 2021 1 hour ago, abelson said: IMP, there a bit large. Steven appreciate your advice and agree with the size being to large it throws the scale off. I did up a quick smaller version this evening and it looks a lot better. Will try and post something tomorrow as I did it rather quickly Quote ... I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier The last of Barrett's Privateers ~~~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NovaStorm Posted January 6, 2021 Author Share #272 Posted January 6, 2021 Definitely smaller is better. Here is another go at getting it smaller. It is not easy with this design to get it small enough without it breaking WalrusGuy, abelson, maurino and 5 others 8 Quote ... I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier The last of Barrett's Privateers ~~~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gahm Posted January 6, 2021 Share #273 Posted January 6, 2021 Your stern carvings are very nicely done. Imo I would just work on the dimensions a little bit, otherwise they may be a bit overpowering 🙂. I am adding an image of what I think is one of the best examples for the Syren stern carvings from the model of Rendrich Lightley, which is on exhibition in the naval museum of Annapolis. Of course, you are the artist and it is your model - so ultimately there is only your opinion which is of importance 😉 Thomas Freebird and WalrusGuy 2 Quote Current Built: Model Shipways Syren (US Brig 1803) Last Built: Anfora (kit bashed) Ictineo II (1st steam powered submarine 1864) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NovaStorm Posted January 6, 2021 Author Share #274 Posted January 6, 2021 4 hours ago, Gahm said: Imo I would just work on the dimensions a little bit, otherwise they may be a bit overpowering 🙂. Greetings Thomas and thank you for your input . I will work on seeing how small I can get the carving down . I am really in no rush and all the good advice I am getting is giving me something to work towards. Stay tuned as I work my way through the learning curve. Gahm, WalrusGuy and mtbediz 3 Quote ... I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier The last of Barrett's Privateers ~~~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalrusGuy Posted January 6, 2021 Share #275 Posted January 6, 2021 It looks really good, Robin! Quote Current: USF Confederacy - Model Shipways (Build Log) HMS Pickle - Caldercraft (Build Log) Complete: Virgina 1819 - Artesania Latina (Gallery) U.S. Brig Syren - Model Shipways (Build Log, Gallery) On the shelf: Armed Virginia Sloop - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NovaStorm Posted January 8, 2021 Author Share #276 Posted January 8, 2021 This one looks pretty good when just viewing the ship, but over size still in the photo. I may stick with it and continue on or try a different design. I am leaving off the side pieces as they make it to busy looking. Retired guy, Matt D, Edwardkenway and 6 others 8 1 Quote ... I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier The last of Barrett's Privateers ~~~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalrusGuy Posted January 9, 2021 Share #277 Posted January 9, 2021 (edited) It's really coming together! Looking at this makes me want to try it out on mine. I'll probably give carving a shot in one of my next models. Hoping not to give up too soon 😅 I was also looking at your bowsprit. I noticed you put 2 sheaves on each side of the bees. I have reached this stage, and saw the instructions pointed out that there should be only one sheave per block. Thought I'd let you know before its all glued in permanently! Also, did you settle down on how you'll simulate the iron bands? I don't think the black strip came in my kit, but now looking at how shiny it is from your comparison pic, I want to try to make them myself. Edited January 9, 2021 by WalrusGuy NovaStorm, JpR62, abelson and 1 other 4 Quote Current: USF Confederacy - Model Shipways (Build Log) HMS Pickle - Caldercraft (Build Log) Complete: Virgina 1819 - Artesania Latina (Gallery) U.S. Brig Syren - Model Shipways (Build Log, Gallery) On the shelf: Armed Virginia Sloop - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NovaStorm Posted January 9, 2021 Author Share #278 Posted January 9, 2021 30 minutes ago, WalrusGuy said: Also, did you settle down on how you'll simulate the iron bands? I don't think the black strip came in my kit, but now looking at how shiny it is from your comparison pic, I want to try to make them myself. I've settled on the paper for the iron bands. Only because I have the materials and the effect is quite good. I am sure glad you read the instructions better than I did and have pointed out to me that I only need one seive per block, geez I didn't catch that at all. Also I wouldn't worry to much about your ability to pull off carving decorations. I haven't seen anything you take on that you don't do well and I am sure they would be as great as everything else you are working on. Cheers and thanks for such a great comment and help! WalrusGuy and Justin P. 1 1 Quote ... I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier The last of Barrett's Privateers ~~~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overworked724 Posted January 9, 2021 Share #279 Posted January 9, 2021 I'm interested to see your iron bands! What will be your plan of attack for these? maddog33 1 Quote ---------------------------------------------------- “Work like a Captain....Play like a Pirate!” — Every Ship Modeler...everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalrusGuy Posted October 28, 2021 Share #280 Posted October 28, 2021 Hi Robin, how's the ship coming along? We've missed your updates 🙂 Quote Current: USF Confederacy - Model Shipways (Build Log) HMS Pickle - Caldercraft (Build Log) Complete: Virgina 1819 - Artesania Latina (Gallery) U.S. Brig Syren - Model Shipways (Build Log, Gallery) On the shelf: Armed Virginia Sloop - Model Shipways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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