Some therapy while waiting to heal.

Hi everyone. After my eye operation I decided to test some paint and weathering techniques on an old kit. Well, after a week these are the results. Considering only one eye working I liked the effects I acheived for age, use and general North African feeling. I'd appreciate any suggestions as I'm relearning how I see as my eye improves.









These are the fuel burn marks I created using detergent, water and olive oil. I wanted exposed metal from a small fire and blistered paint.



For the tracks I used this combination for the first time. Afterward, I used AIM powders extensively on the kit. Final coloration will be done once the commander is added and the base built with the tank coming over a wadi.





I hope it might spur some others on who might be facing changes in their eyesight to perservere and try everything out there to help you enjoy your hobby. If you'd like, I'll write a blog on dealing with impairments and disabilities while still enjoying scale modelling... PM me if you think it would be of interest.

PadrePete

nice job Pete like how your old Pz IV has turned out, still working on mine, just ran out of panzer grey paint though so looks like it'll be a trip down to the LHS

Looks great ! maybe 1 more coat of clear flat ? your choice. I really liked your det./ olive oil/ burned fuel area. That was really cool ! ! keep up the good work

Thanks for the tips and the encouragement guys!

Your tracks look a little silvered Peter but otherwise I really like the look of the paint finish on the vehicle.

Thanks Darren. I find I have trouble seeing shiny surfaces because of the eye trouble. I have to take pictures to actually see what I've done. I'll knock it down with a primer wash and then use pigments.

Thanks to everyone commenting!

I like it a lot! The jerry cans chained up on the back is a nice touch. I have lots of old Tamiya and Italeri kits, I might have to crack into 'em now!

I am always surprised at how the old kits stand up right out of the box. Fun and a fast build plus a canvas to try new techniques; hard to beat for a weekend romp!

HI! Really nice job. I hope everything works out well with your sight. RONNY.