IAN Convey (@firelockg)
I wish you a speedy recovery. You don't realize how often you use a part of your body, like a hand or arm / leg, until you injure it. Then it becomes very apparent how much you do.
I like how you paint the wood parts. I recently picked up some various wood tone oil paints to try out on several of my builds. This will be a first time for me, as I usually make a wash with oils and that's about it. I have never painted with them on a model before. Paint by number canvas I have though so I am familiar how they work.
Do you put a small amount on a paper towel and let it absorb some of the oil, or do you use them straight from the tube ?
I like how the interior looks. I will be doing something similar soon with my SPAD XIII and Roden Albatros D-III.
You are correct about the Bristol being a favorite with RC modelers. It's a neat looking plane that is streamlined and ahead of it's time.
What markings have you picked out ? I remember seeing an illustration of one many years ago, that had the fuselage covered in red, white and blue checkered squared. I thought it looked pretty cool, but I can't vouch for it's accuracy.
I'm looking forward to your next installment. Take it easy meanwhile, and get well first.
Take care.
