Scale modeling by Alex Hu

Alex Hu

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I soar as a modeler, where the only limit is the sky itself. I focus on the beautiful shapes of airplanes and the art of presentation. Feel free to check out my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/creativemodeler/ and my YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@creativemodeler.

B-25 1/48 painted to highlight the stressed surface

by Alex Hu on June 24, 2024 · in Aviation · 11 ≡

It was first built in March 2023 and returned to the workbench for enhancements in April 2024. I've coined the nickname "Inca" for my unique technique of using only painting skills to create the stressed look of airplane skin. [...]

Stressed Surface by Painting on ZERO 1/24

by Alex Hu on June 24, 2024 · in Aviation · 7 ≡

While researching WWII IJN airplane models, I noticed that these airplanes used thin and lightweight aluminum alloy sheets for their skin to reduce weight and extend flight range. Historical photos show that the stress patterns on these [...]