arkhunter2002 Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 Yikes... It's been almost two and a half years since this was just an idea... Anyways, here's the in-progress thread. I made many buildings and in the end choose the garage/shop structure as it confined the action more. I sculpted most of the guys in back. The helicopter is Italeri's 1/72 MH-60K with heavy modifications to update and correct the kit. I used all sorts of stuff and to be honest, I can't remember, but it's all in the in-progress thread, so if you are so inclined, grab a cup of coffee and read on! Anyways here's some pictures. I wish it wasn't windy so I could go outside and take pictures. The helicopter is supported by the fast ropes, and it's not the most stable (esp in windy conditions), but it holds and holds well. There's my two cents, so what's yours? Take care, Austin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
scotthldr Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 I like the way this has turned out, after such a long slog you should be really happy with that. Well done Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mig23 Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 Very Impressive - you've really caught a moment in time ! Haydn. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sentry30 Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 I've seen this one developing, I really like the result!!! Exelent job! Daniël Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HOLMES Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 STUNNING.. Austin This has been a wonderful thread to follow and you have done a BRILLIANT job of bringing this Diorama alive with your skillful build.. HOLMES Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChernayaAkula Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 Amazing! Absolutely astonishing! It's really hard to believe this is in 1/72 scale. The loaded rotor really adds to the realistic impression. And all those sculpted figures. :) Do you intend to make a dio base for the whole dio? Some street with a (tiny) bit of surrounding neighbourhood? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sebastijan Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 I was following this one from the start and I love how it turned out! Gerat job! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Qian Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 This is without doubt, the most awesome helicopter diorama I've ever seen!!! :D I love the little Americans too! :thumbsup: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Shawn M Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 great work! very well done Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Benner Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 awesome !! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
janman Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 Impressive work! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly Quirk Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 Glad you stuck with it, very impressive work! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JohnS Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 I've been following your build. Great job! Luv the sculpted figures. Terrific detail for that scale. :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marc Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 Well done Arkhunter! A couple of things strike me about your diorama: 1) It tells a story and captures the intensity of moment. 2) It's dynamic, it actually seems like the soldiers are moving and that the chopper is wallowing as it off loads the troops. 3) It seems very natural as though the chopper is actually hovering one doesn't get the sense that it is attached to the base. 4) It is very creative and well executed. Whats Next? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hajo L. Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 Simply "wunderbar"! HAJO Quote Link to post Share on other sites
arkhunter2002 Posted May 10, 2010 Author Share Posted May 10, 2010 Thanks guys! Just waiting for the varnish on the base to dry... Marc, in regards to what's next, I have a 1/72 stryker with slat armor. Take care, Austin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dan 88 Posted May 11, 2010 Share Posted May 11, 2010 That's awesome. Good job dude! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
richter111 Posted May 11, 2010 Share Posted May 11, 2010 I have to show my son this, for his senior project he did a WWII diorama with tanks crew and the whole smash, All on a 4X4 sheet of sculpted plywood, complete with trees and everything Great job! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mkimages Posted May 11, 2010 Share Posted May 11, 2010 That's a whole bunch of awesome Kudos for sticking it out and getting it done. It really does look great. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GreyGhost Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Austin the finished build is just fantastic ... The build thread was a pleasure to follow ... Thanks so mush for sharing it with us ... Gregg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
arkhunter2002 Posted May 13, 2010 Author Share Posted May 13, 2010 Thanks guys! The base is almost done. Pics with my dad's DSLR will be next week I'm guessing. Next time I'll be sure to look for finished wood so I don't have to go through the whole staining/varnishing process again....lol Take care, Austin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TomcatFanatic123 Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 (edited) This is REALLY nice, Austin! I can't believe I missed the completed project, as I remember checking your WIP thread periodically and thinking "this should be interesting when he's finished..." Awesome job! Edited May 23, 2010 by TomcatFanatic123 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
flyingdragons75 Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
arkhunter2002 Posted May 23, 2010 Author Share Posted May 23, 2010 Thanks guys! I ended up taking some more pictures trying to do some HDR stuff, but I liked the normal photos better. Maybe I'll try and redo again sometime soon. Take care, Austin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cpoud117 Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 Very nice job Austin ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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