Master Airbrushing Like a Pro: Conquer the “Terrible Threes” for Flawless Finishes

Hubley 1929 Ford Model A Station Wagon - Diecast 1961

Avoid Too Heavy, Too Soon, and Too Far Mistakes—Lay Perfect Coats Every Time Whether you’re picking up your airbrush for the first time or returning to a well-worn setup, nothing derails a project faster than runs, pinholes, or orange-peel textures. These issues—affectionately known as the “Terrible Threes” of airbrushing (Too Heavy, Too Soon, Too Far)—can … Read more

Tamiya F-51D Mustang RCAF Build and Review Part 2

Tamiya North American F-51D Mustang This is the second part of the Tamiya North American F-51D Mustang Korean War 1/32 Scale 60328 with RCAF Markings. During WWII, the P-51 Mustang secured its place in aviation history. The fighter was very well received by its pilots, and to many it was a game changer to the … Read more

Tamiya F-51D Mustang RCAF Build and Review Part 1

Tamiya North American F-51D Mustang This is the first part of the Tamiya North American F-51D Mustang Korean War 1/32 Scale 60328 with RCAF Markings. Tamiya first released the P-51 Mustang back in 2011, which was to further expand on their 32nd scale range of kits, which already included the A6M Zero and Supermarine Spitfire. … Read more

Mastering Scale Model Lacquers: Hair‑Level Coats, Thinning Ratios, MAC Valves & Thinner Essentials

Colourful Metallic Paint with Glitter Flake Van

From perfect hair‑thickness layers to the right thinners—and why professional airbrushers leave leveling additives behind. Backstory: From Frustration to Finish-Line Precision Every seasoned scale modeller has experienced it—you apply a flawless base coat, step away for a moment, and upon returning, your final lacquer pass crimples, blisters, or develops an unexpected texture. You followed the … Read more

Revell HMCS Snowberry Build and Review Completed Images Part 17

Revell HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette This is the sixteenth and final build part of the Revell HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette 1/144 Scale RVG 05132 Some images of the completed build. All done! Jared Demes is a modeler from southern Alberta. He has been building models since he was 4 years old when his … Read more

Revell HMCS Snowberry Build and Review Final Build Post Part 16

Revell HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette This is the sixteenth and final build part of the Revell HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette 1/144 Scale RVG 05132 Several years before I was born, my Dad was asked to build a model of HMCS Blairmore, which was to be displayed at the new Blairmore Legion. This is … Read more

How to Airbrush and Brush Paint Miniature Figures with Water-Based Acrylic Paints

Vallejo Acrylics and Liquid Metal

Mastering Miniature Painting with Water-Based Acrylics Unlock the full potential of water-based acrylic paints to bring your miniature figures to life! Whether you’re just starting or a seasoned hobbyist, this guide will equip you with the techniques, scientific insights, and pro tips needed to achieve flawless finishes. From airbrushing gradients to brush-painting fine details, dive … Read more

Revell HMCS Snowberry Build and Review Part 15

Revell HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette This is the fifteenth part of the Revell HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette 1/144 Scale RVG 05132 Nearly a decade ago, I logged onto Facebook, and I was greeted with an amazing image of the new Tamiya 1/350 IJN Yamato sailing on the water. At first glance, the ship … Read more

Master Drop Counting Thinner Ratios for Flawless Scale Models

Master Drop Counting Thinner Ratios for Flawless Scale Models - Sunward Hobbies

Measured to Perfection: How Drop‑Counting Transforms Your Thinner‑to‑Paint Mixing Skill Level: For scale modellers who want better and consistent results. Every scale‑modeller knows the frustration of an unpredictable airbrush session: heavy blobs here, wispy overspray there, unpredictable drying times turning a simple basecoat into a headache. What if you could remove the guesswork entirely and … Read more

Mastering Advanced Techniques: Achieve Realistic Depth in German WWII Tricolour Ambush Camouflage Without Black or White

TIGER II in the trees

Elevate Your Craft: Advanced Colour Modulation for Historical Accuracy The German WWII tricolour ambush camouflage—featuring RAL 7028 Dunkelgelb (Dark Yellow), RAL 8017 Rotbraun (Red Brown, also known as Kaffeebraun), and RAL 6003 Olivgrün (Olive Green)—stands as an iconic representation of mid-20th-century military innovation. Originally designed to provide effective concealment in a variety of environments, this … Read more

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