How to Paint Realistic Military Figures

How to Paint Realistic Military Figures
Author: Lynn Kessler
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 102
Release: 2002
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780890243800

Learn to paint contest-quality military figures with this book! Covers military figures and horses from medieval times to Desert Storm. Includes more tips for resin models and oil paints, new techniques for painting in enamels and oils, and information on camouflage and black-and-white uniforms.

Building and Painting Scale Figures

Building and Painting Scale Figures
Author: Sheperd Paine
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company
Total Pages: 111
Release: 1993
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890240694

How to select tools, equipment, and paints to produce great looking figures in a few easy steps. Includes photos showing assembly, painting, and detailing techniques.

Modelling Scale Figures

Modelling Scale Figures
Author: Mark Bannerman
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 222
Release: 2011-07-20
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1849089639

ALSO AVAILABLE AS AN E-BOOK. This book equips the beginner and intermediate modellers with the techniques required to successfully complete a figure from start to finish, and provides clear and easy-to-follow instructions on how to select, prepare, assemble, modify and paint realistic figures. It also offers a round-up of the range of figures available, a discussion of scale and how to work in differing scales as well as detailing the tools and materials you will need to get going. Modelling expert Mark Bannerman then provides an insight into construction and painting techniques, in clear, step-by-step tutorials that will increase confidence and develop better technique. Covering the four most-modelled historical periods (Medieval, Napoleonic, the American Civil War and the World Wars), this book is the comprehensive guide to figure modelling.

The Art of LEGO Scale Modeling

The Art of LEGO Scale Modeling
Author: Dennis Glaasker
Publisher: No Starch Press
Total Pages: 207
Release: 2015-09-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 159327615X

The Art of LEGO Scale Modeling displays amazing, fan-built LEGO recreations of real-life vehicles, showing off every amazing detail with high-quality photographs. You'll love poring over dozens of models, including Formula 1 racers, construction vehicles, ships, trains, airplanes, and all kinds of trucks. Authors Dennis Glaasker and Dennis Bosman share their own impressive LEGO models as well as highlight models from builders around the world. The Art of LEGO Scale Modeling also includes tips and tricks that describe the design and building process.

Airbrushing and Finishing Scale Models

Airbrushing and Finishing Scale Models
Author: Brett Green
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 490
Release: 2011-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1849087253

ALSO AVAILABLE AS AN E-BOOK. Brett Green details the prerequisites of airbrushing, including the different types of spray equipment and air sources available, offering advice on appropriate thinners, paint ratios and air pressures to ensure the most appropriate paint coverage across a range of different airbrushing applications. He then examines various airbrushing techniques across a wide range of models. Ten step-by-step, illustrated studies ranging from weathered military aircraft to pristine, high gloss motor vehicles, science fiction models, fantasy figures, groundwork and buildings will complete this in-depth guide to getting the best results on your models.

The Airfix Book of Scale Modelling

The Airfix Book of Scale Modelling
Author: Jonathan Mock
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 1143
Release: 2014-02-06
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1844862461

The Airfix Book of Scale Modelling is the essential guide to getting the most out of this fascinating and rewarding hobby, explaining how to build scale models to suit all levels of modelling skill. With full colour photography throughout, the book covers the history of modelling and of the Airfix company, and shows how injection moulded kits are made. It then describes and reviews the major modelling scales, as well as outlining the range of paints, tools and accessories that are available. Chapters include guides to choosing a kit, tools for the job, painting, decals, conversions, figure-painting, dioramas and more. Common problems and how to solve them are addressed, and there is also a series of step-by-step construction projects, including expert builds of the F86 Sabre jet, the Aston Martin DBR9, a Panzer IV tank, the Airfix yeoman figure (reissued for the London 2012 Olympics), a Trafalgar class submarine and a scenic diorama.

The Basics of Scale Modeling

The Basics of Scale Modeling
Author:
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005
Genre: Models and modelmaking
ISBN: 9780890243923

Ideal for beginning scale modelers, this introductory book answers all the basic modeling questions about tools, kits, glues, decals, paints, and much more. Contains basic but detailed information and high-quality projects. From the pages of FineScale Modeler magazine.

Modelling Scale Figures

Modelling Scale Figures
Author: Mark Bannerman
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2011-03-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1846037565

This book equips the beginner and intermediate modellers with the techniques required to successfully complete a figure from start to finish, and provides clear and easy-to-follow instructions on how to select, prepare, assemble, modify and paint realistic figures. It also offers a round-up of the range of figures available, a discussion of scale and how to work in differing scales as well as detailing the tools and materials you will need to get going. Modelling expert Mark Bannerman then provides an insight into construction and painting techniques, in clear, step-by-step tutorials that will increase confidence and develop better technique. Covering the four most-modelled historical periods (Medieval, Napoleonic, the American Civil War and the World Wars), this book is the comprehensive guide to figure modelling.

Making Scale Models

Making Scale Models
Author: Mark Friend
Publisher: Crowood
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2014-06-30
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1847977715

Making Small Scale Models is for those who have never made a model before or want to develop or increase their skills. From cutting a straight line to making a scaled human figure that 'lives', through to creating beautifully detailed buildings and finely detailed furniture, the book takes you through each stage of the process. Topics covered include methods for a wide range of disciplines, from theatre design to railway modelling to interior design; a practical guide to tools and materials; basic techniques for constructing scale models using simple, readily available materials; step-by-step guides to projects designed to practise and develop skills; and advanced ideas focus on colour, texture and form to bring models to life. Superbly illustrated with 111 colour photographs.