Model Making: Technical Skills Using Everyday Objects

Learn  to create miniature models using a wide range of objects and materials  found in your own home. Model making can be an expensive endeavour,  requiring investment in many tools, paints and materials. However, there  are many model making techniques that can help to solve these problems  and align the model maker with an ever-more sustainably focused world.  Aimed at the student, hobbyist and professional alike, this book aims to  demonstrate how everyday materials can be used to create the most  amazing miniature effects while being more mindful of the environment  and saving money. In addition, several chapters focus on general model  making knowledge including tools and equipment, paints, washes and  finishes, airbrushing, adhesives, health and safety and professional  model making practice. The final chapters cover three projects relating  to railway modelling, dioramas and wargaming. Each project explains the  concept and why certain materials have been chosen, before exploring the  build through a step-by-step process so that the true effect of these  techniques can be shown.