GTPlanet Scale model thread

[LNSE492]

I collect F1 model cars and helmets - main focus of the collection is Jenson Button. Some random photos of my cars:


AUTOart 1:18 McLaren Honda MP4-30 - Jenson Button, Spanish Grand Prix 2015 by Dan B, on Flickr


Minichamps 1:18 Infiniti Red Bull Racing RB10 - Sebastian Vettel 2014 by Dan B, on Flickr


Minichamps 1:18 McLaren Mercedes MP4-29 - Jenson Button, 3rd Place, Australian GP 2011 by Dan B, on Flickr


Minichamps 1:18 Williams FW14 Nigel Mansell / Ayrton Senna 'Silverstone Taxi' - British GP 1991 by Dan B, on Flickr


Minichamps 1:18 BAR Honda 006 - Jenson Button (Converted to Jerez test, December 8th/9th 2004) by Dan B, on Flickr


Minichamps 1:43 McLarens by Dan B, on Flickr


SPORTS Mini Line 1:2 Bell HP3 Helmets - Jenson Button by Dan B, on Flickr

 

[AOS-]

Damn dude. That McLaren logo and "Johnnie" on the helmet looks like digital graphics with how you set the lighting. Are you using reflectors or are you diffusing one huge lamp?

 

[Venom800tt]

 

[AOS-]

When you gonna start taking some cool photos too, huh?

 

[Venom800tt]

When you gonna start taking some cool photos too, huh?

I need to rig up some sort of photo setup first. Don't have anything that I could use to make a photo booth or something since I moved 2 months ago.

 

[AOS-]

Table. Fabric or some large ass board (whatever's cheaper and easier to store for you). Anddd a tall desk lamp/lamp that clamps your table tops.


Will be set for the most part. That's what's so great about shooting small things. Creating the setting isn't too crazy.

 

[Venom800tt]

Table. Fabric or some large ass board (whatever's cheaper and easier to store for you). Anddd a tall desk lamp/lamp that clamps your table tops.


Will be set for the most part. That's what's so great about shooting small things. Creating the setting isn't too crazy.

Sorta leaning to a fabric backdrop, since it is both easier to store and wont get marked up like paper board does. Also more damage resistant when handling. I also would need to get said desk lamp as I don't have one. Problem is I keep buying more models and RC stuff instead


*EDIT*
Took some macro pics of various models with metallic paint jobs:

 

[LNSE492]

Damn dude. That McLaren logo and "Johnnie" on the helmet looks like digital graphics with how you set the lighting. Are you using reflectors or are you diffusing one huge lamp?

Nothing fancy. Just a cheap pop-up light tent with some lamps from around the house - an inspection lamp on one side (which I like as it gives the visors a nice "beam" of light) and a daylight lamp on the other side.


Hot Wheels Elite 1:18 Knight Rider K.I.T.T. by Dan B, on Flickr


SPORTS Mini Line 1:2 Bell HP7 Helmet - Kimi Räikkönen, Lotus Renault E21 2013 by Dan B, on Flickr


SPORTS Mini Line 1:2 Arai Helmets - Lewis Hamilton & Jenson Button 2012, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes MP4-27 by Dan B, on Flickr


Otto-Mobile 1:18 Ford Focus RS Mk.I by Dan B, on Flickr


SPORTS Mini Line 1:2 Arai Helmet - Jenson Button British Grand Prix 2014 by Dan B, on Flickr


Minichamps 1:18 Mercedes AMG Petronas W05 - Nico Rosberg 2014 by Dan B, on Flickr


SPORTS Mini Line 1:2 Arai Helmet - Jenson Button 2012 by Dan B, on Flickr


Minichamps 1:18 Vodafone McLaren Mercedes MP4-28 2013 - Jenson Button by Dan B, on Flickr


Minichamps 1:18 Brawn BGP 001 - Jenson Button, 2009 by Dan B, on Flickr

 

[AOS-]

What material are you using to diffuse? That's the next thing I want to achieve.


And what surface are you using for the all-black backdrop with reflective flooring? It's not a large sheet of glass or acetate, is it? I used to do a black sheet with a sheet of acetate, and then I'd do the curve-in-the-back backdrop trick, but it would always capture the reflection of the lamp, which I disliked.

 

[LNSE492]

Just the sides of the tent. It's one of these - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/40x40cm-P...464581?hash=item4d53af13c5:g:xaUAAOSwawpXrGx3

The black is done in the same way - just using the black backdrop material provided, and with the car sat on a sheet of glass. I only did those shots as an experiment really, but they came out better than I expected.

 

[AOS-]

I'll have to spend some time and/or resource getting something to work with the overhead fluorescent lamp I use. I did make some reflectors using cardboard as backing, but I haven't tried them out yet.

Take off the head rest that serves as a pin, the back end (quite literally) falls off.

87 of 956 jaguar d-type

I'm so glad the previous owner did not disassemble it back to its original state. Apparently putting it back in its box means you have to take it apart. Can't imagine what kind of nightmare that could be.

I'll leave the blogpost here if you want to get some larger resolutions: http://athobbies.blogspot.ca/2017/05/photo-exoto-118-56-jaguar-d-type-short.html

 

[SVX]

Superb pictures Andy.

 

[ScottPuss20]

I'll have to spend some time and/or resource getting something to work with the overhead fluorescent lamp I use. I did make some reflectors using cardboard as backing, but I haven't tried them out yet.

Take off the head rest that serves as a pin, the back end (quite literally) falls off.

87 of 956 jaguar d-type

I'm so glad the previous owner did not disassemble it back to its original state. Apparently putting it back in its box means you have to take it apart. Can't imagine what kind of nightmare that could be.

I'll leave the blogpost here if you want to get some larger resolutions: http://athobbies.blogspot.ca/2017/05/photo-exoto-118-56-jaguar-d-type-short.html

How much does your job pay?

 

[Venom800tt]

As hot as that Exoto D-Type looks, the price for those things are absurd. I think I will be happy with the $200 AA one lol...
Really though, I wish I got the Exoto Sauber C9 back when they were under $200. I would kill for an opening C9, or at least a Spark quality resin one. Though, I think someone was supposed to be making an opening diecast one, I want to say TSM. I know I need the yet to be released diecast TSM Jag XJR-9 in my life

 

[MSZ]

I would love to have a C9 too.

 

[Venom800tt]

Speaking of D-Types....

Not quite as fancy as the Extorto, but still pretty damn nice.


Also got this:

Got one more 1/18 on the way, possibly 2. After that, no more 1/18's for at least a month lol...

*EDIT*

 

[MSZ]

I got my 997 LB today too, pics coming up later tonight hopefully.

 

[AOS-]

How much does your job pay?

Truthfully speaking, not enough. Probably not enough.

Don't buy these things like I do. That's my lesson for you.

 

[alstigy]

I'll have to spend some time and/or resource getting something to work with the overhead fluorescent lamp I use. I did make some reflectors using cardboard as backing, but I haven't tried them out yet.

Take off the head rest that serves as a pin, the back end (quite literally) falls off.

87 of 956 jaguar d-type

I'm so glad the previous owner did not disassemble it back to its original state. Apparently putting it back in its box means you have to take it apart. Can't imagine what kind of nightmare that could be.

I'll leave the blogpost here if you want to get some larger resolutions: http://athobbies.blogspot.ca/2017/05/photo-exoto-118-56-jaguar-d-type-short.html

WOW... Now that is something.

 

[MSZ]

As promised, 997 LB:

 

[AOS-]

Here's something we can aspire to.... or at least I'll try and aspire to:

Photo by Tjeu Lins

 

[J-PaP]

And we are set up!

 

[alstigy]

Guys I'm getting a new 1/18 autoart lambo miura sv for $120 CAD, is it a good deal? This will be my first 1/18.

 

[Venom800tt]

Guys I'm getting a new 1/18 autoart lambo miura sv for $120 CAD, is it a good deal? This will be my first 1/18.

Yes. While I don't have the AA Miura myself, I can confirm from pics that it is very nice. Back when AA made some really good stuff.

 

[alstigy]

Yes. While I don't have the AA Miura myself, I can confirm from pics that it is very nice. Back when AA made some really good stuff.

Thanks

 

[MSZ]

Guys I'm getting a new 1/18 autoart lambo miura sv for $120 CAD, is it a good deal? This will be my first 1/18.

Kyosho made better Miuras, but for 120 CAD, you can't go wrong with this.

 

[alstigy]

Guys thank you for the input. Unfortunately I can't get this model... I have to get some meds for myself and buy a few professional practice exams for my studies. If anyone is around Toronto and is interested in a 1/18 AA Miura SV red on silver brand new they can contact this number 416 277 4332 txt Chi-Gun Hobbies. Place is in Scarborough I think inside Pacific mall. He's selling it for $120 CAD he said he will even ship for 15.

I guess for now I'll be content with my 1/43 collection. Oh the sacrifice...

 

[-Fred-]

Wait, the AA Miuras are worth that much money now? I bought mine brand new when it came out for 70$ and thought that was a fair amount of money for it...

 

[AOS-]

Guys thank you for the input. Unfortunately I can't get this model... I have to get some meds for myself and buy a few professional practice exams for my studies. If anyone is around Toronto and is interested in a 1/18 AA Miura SV red on silver brand new they can contact this number 416 277 4332 txt Chi-Gun Hobbies. Place is in Scarborough I think inside Pacific mall. He's selling it for $120 CAD he said he will even ship for 15.

I guess for now I'll be content with my 1/43 collection. Oh the sacrifice...

How'd you learn of this anyhow? Is there a web store that's available? Are you certain it's in Pmall? Is it that one shop that's on the second floor?

 

[MSZ]

How'd you learn of this anyhow? Is there a web store that's available? Are you certain it's in Pmall? Is it that one shop that's on the second floor?

Avoid that hobby shop near the food court at all costs. They are selling the composite AAs for $300 and sealed Kyosho for $200.