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Christian WERY
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Diorama for Nieuport XXIII 1/32

September 24, 2022 · in Diorama · · 17 · 0.7K

A scene for the Nieuport XXIII I proposed earlier (december 2021).
Model and mechanic: .
Boy: Blackdog.

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17 responses

  1. GORGEOUS!
    Anymore pics to share of this gem?

  2. Absolutely wonderful, Christian!

  3. Wow! That is a museum-quality diorama. Fantastic build and photo. Thanks for posting.

  4. Fantastic diorama and amazing result on the Nieuport, Christian @christw

  5. Wow! Is that scratch built? Just incredible.

  6. Brilliant, some proper modelling skills on display there including the figure painting. I’m especially interested in the taping on the wing ribs, how was this done please?

    • Thank you for your interest.
      Wing ribs are embossed in the manufacturer's base plastic. Masking those ribs with thin masking strips (such Tamiya), I sprayed a darker tone (smoke i.e.) on both sides, a fairly classic method.
      I you want further informations, don't hesitate.
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      • Thank you for your reply Christian. I’ve been experimenting with various methods of reproducing rib tapes and stitching on 1/32 biplanes but none really tick the box yet. I was hoping you had devised something that I could steal but well done the kit manufacturer for including the stitching, it looks very effective.

        • I suppose you know some manufacturers propose rib stitchings, like Aviattic (England) and Lukgraph (Poland) recently. Until now i've not experienced them. Maybe it will help you.

  7. Amazing work and a great result.

  8. Fantastique et beau travail en plus !

  9. Excellent addition to your already excellent model, Christian.

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