Millenium Falcon (Lando Calrissian ver)
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I chose to block-base this kit. This would allow me to control the color modulation of the kit, as well as define the shadows on the numerous panels.
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Yeah - not the prettiest wiring job, but the parallel LEDs allowed me to use a single 9v battery
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I applied the light - light gray color in layers so I can control how light the kit will end up - as well as allow me to better define the darker panel lines.
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Three layers later
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Decals laid down after the gloss clear coat
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One more clear coat to settle down the decals before I matted it down to a semi-gloss.
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Finished product.
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Should have used a flashlight to show the cockpit details.
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I assumed there were headlights here based on the Empire Strikes Back.
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Maybe I should have used more micro-LEDs spread out vs 4 mini-LEDs.
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I chose to light the turrets as well, so the detailed painting on it wouldn’t be wasted
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Kommentare
30 2 October 2023, 02:13
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Merci Beaucoup, Didier, but I think I overdid the engine exhaust stains! 🤔
27 October 2023, 14:29
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Thank you James, Dash, Jörg! I should've lightened this a bit more - but the next one will be better - I hope. 😜
3 March, 21:15
Album info
I took some liberties with this build, opting to go for the traditional Falcon Gray vs the called for white-ish gray.
I used this as a test subject for lighting a kit, as well as some light weathering with oils. the first part succeeded, but the oil wreathing is a work in progress for me (Probably should do that with a Matt clear coat vs a gloss)