“Forward To Destiny”
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Hi All,
Finally the, “On That Day”, second posting of the completed T26E3 Pershing, Clarence Smoyer diorama. Titled; “Forward To Destiny”
The diorama scene:
Cobblestone street and stone sidewalk are created from foam board and painted with a combination of Woodland Scenic Earth colors and Vallejo paints.
Destroyed building was created with plaster-of-paris as the stone and concrete painted Woodland Scenic Earth colors paints and bits of shredded burned wood.
The fence is wire bent into shape and the lamp post is bits of styrene and foam base.
The Spearhead and Koln sign were downloaded black and white pic colored with the Paint program.
Kits:
1/35, Tamiya T26E3 Pershing
1/35, Tamiya Jeep
Figures:
(All painted with Vallejo Acrylics)
Tank Crew, combination of:
Royal Model, M26 Pershing Crew
Tamiya, U.S. Tank Crew Set
Ground Soldiers:
Alpine Miniatures Soldiers
I hope I did Mr. Smoyer and crew honor with this build and I hope you all enjoy.
Keep it fun!
12 additional images. Click to enlarge.
Louis Gardner said on April 25, 2020
What an amazing build this is…………… and a fitting tribute to Clarence Smoyer and his crew.
Thanks for posting this Gary, your attention to detail is exceptional.
“liked”
gary sausmikat said on April 25, 2020
Thanks, Louis!
Louis Gardner said on April 25, 2020
I just went back and looked again. I noticed more of the little details like how each one of the Infantry weapons have slings. The way each figure is painted is also very realistic, as is how the rubble from the demolished buildings looks. Fantastic in all areas. You nailed it buddy……………. Looks great.
Rodney J. Williams said on April 25, 2020
I agree w/Louis, then where did you get all the big/little/tiny rocks.wow.sure looks realistic!
gary sausmikat said on April 25, 2020
Thanks, Rodney. The building rubble was made with plaster-paris and then crumbled to look like destroyed building painted with Woodland Scenic Earth Color paint.
James B Robinson said on April 25, 2020
Gary @gwskat, Wow just WOW! This turned out Outstanding. Very well done!
“Liked”, and if could I would like it several times.
gary sausmikat said on April 25, 2020
Thanks, James! I’m glad you like(s) it.
Chuck A. Villanueva said on April 25, 2020
Gary, very well done dio, I also like your description of the materials used to make items in the scene. That will help when I finally get around building mine up for the vehicles I have built up, now just getting to start on the diorama itself I know will be an endeavour. This is a great motivator.
gary sausmikat said on April 25, 2020
Hey, Chuck. Thanks! I like doing dios but they are “long-term” projects. I always look at each aspect of the build as sub-assemblies to the overall build. Again, glad you liked this one.
Tom Bebout said on April 25, 2020
Gary you’re such a novice at this diorama thing I don’t know why you don’t just give it up buddy. Lol.
Would you please take this one to a show where folks can appreciate your talents.My lord this latest one is exceptional.
gary sausmikat said on April 25, 2020
LOL….You know I have know comment. Thanks, Buddy!
Spiros Pendedekas said on April 25, 2020
After all the above comments, I cannot add anything else, Gary. It is a marvelous, totally realistic build. A joy to look at!
All the best!
gary sausmikat said on April 25, 2020
Thanks, Spiros! I really do appreciate your comments. I’m glad you enjoy it. All the best to you too. Stay safe.
Robert Royes said on April 25, 2020
Amazing! right down to the B.A.R.
gary sausmikat said on April 26, 2020
Thanks, Robert.
Rebekah Sausmikat said on April 26, 2020
Still your biggest fan <3
gary sausmikat said on April 26, 2020
That you are, Thanks!!
bob mack said on April 26, 2020
great fun to study this
gary sausmikat said on April 26, 2020
Thanks, Bob!
Paul Barber said on April 27, 2020
Absolutely stunning. Watching this come together has been a complete joy! I’m going to jump a plane and force you to give me figure painting lessons once this pandemic passes! Just masterful! I’ve looked at every picture about 20 times. My first tank build is coming one of these days and this dio is going to be a key inspiration and reference! Congratulations, Gary!
gary sausmikat said on April 27, 2020
Thanks, Paul, for your kind words. Stop in any time. Stay safe!