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Title: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on May 22, 2019, 08:23:09 AM
A look at the build so far courtesy of Purple Lion Creations the citadel was the first completed element, followed by a typical low status house. A Pagoda is currently under construction
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Westfalia Chris on May 22, 2019, 08:25:13 AM
Those are great - I particularly like the window gridwork. Are those lasercut pieces?
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Shipka on May 22, 2019, 08:49:18 AM
Yes Laser cut MDF as are the door ornamentations on the Pagoda
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Post by: MGH on May 22, 2019, 02:31:21 PM
Are those personal commissions or available to the public? I went to their site and did not see them for sale. They did have a Siamese temple but that had no sale price either.
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Shipka on May 22, 2019, 03:07:45 PM
they are personal commissions, the Siamese one was also done for me as a gift to a friend.
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Post by: MGH on May 22, 2019, 09:53:26 PM
Thanks, they are certainly very impressive!
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Post by: Marine0846 on May 23, 2019, 12:32:39 AM
WoW, love the buildings.
Very well done.
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Post by: marianas_gamer on May 23, 2019, 06:43:51 AM
Looking forward to the next builds!
Lon
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Post by: marco55 on May 24, 2019, 01:52:43 AM
Great looking buildings.
Mark
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Post by: gringo on May 24, 2019, 05:56:19 AM
they look splendid Geoff! :D

regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Shipka on June 09, 2019, 03:30:04 PM
The next in the prospective build will be a shop, here is the completed Pagoda along side the village house
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Post by: MGH on June 09, 2019, 04:20:40 PM
Superb!
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Post by: commissarmoody on June 10, 2019, 12:20:07 AM
Very cool, can we see a few more shots of that fort?
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Shipka on June 10, 2019, 02:46:53 AM
A few other shots of the citadel
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Shipka on June 10, 2019, 02:56:47 AM
Oooo forgot too include the Observation tower
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Post by: commissarmoody on June 10, 2019, 03:23:13 AM
Very cool!
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Post by: Shipka on August 16, 2019, 11:08:20 PM
A little shop/store building under construction
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Post by: Antonio J Carrasco on August 17, 2019, 06:32:21 AM
Wow! Fabulous work!  :-*
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Post by: marianas_gamer on August 17, 2019, 06:38:14 AM
Damn fine!
Lon
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Post by: Shipka on August 20, 2019, 08:05:16 PM
The finished shop/store
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Post by: marco55 on August 20, 2019, 08:48:51 PM
Very nice.
Mark
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Post by: commissarmoody on August 21, 2019, 12:41:14 AM
Nice!
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Post by: FramFramson on August 22, 2019, 05:56:21 PM
Bugger me, these look fantabulous.
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Shipka on November 07, 2019, 11:09:38 PM
Just a brief update, work has finally started  on the next build, sometimes ones ideas when the basic shapes are cut you stand back and think Nahh that does not work, after much drawing and extended calls with Geoff , we both have got to a point where we are happy with the basic dimensions and cutting has begun.......I will keep you guys updated
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Marine0846 on November 08, 2019, 07:47:51 PM
Love the new addition.
Well done.
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Post by: marianas_gamer on November 09, 2019, 10:54:52 PM
Looking forward (jealously) to your next build.
Lon
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Post by: duc de limbourg on November 11, 2019, 12:29:15 PM
These buildings are impressive
very well done
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Shipka on November 11, 2019, 10:40:19 PM
Just to give you a taster....
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Post by: archiduque on November 12, 2019, 12:23:22 PM
Very nice work!! ;)
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Shipka on November 15, 2019, 11:02:54 AM
Another play around
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Dan on November 15, 2019, 09:39:38 PM
I am very interested in seeing your method of doing the row of shops. Thanks.
I have always wanted to make some myself for Singapore or other Asian settings.
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Shipka on November 16, 2019, 12:17:07 AM
Dan, these are being built for me by Geoff of Purple Lion Creations here in UK
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Post by: Dan on November 19, 2019, 08:25:28 AM
Dan, these are being built for me by Geoff of Purple Lion Creations here in UK

Oh sorry meant to say "the method" rather than yours. ::) the pictures you have posted are enough of a hint, thanks.
Title: Re: The Tonkin Sino Vietnamese build project
Post by: Shipka on November 19, 2019, 10:27:12 AM
Rows of shops  or  three storey buildings are more difficult to plan and to get the proportions right, especially Chinese structures
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Vietnamese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on December 07, 2019, 01:17:33 AM
Just so you guys can see the progress being made. The next update will be when there is a finished model.......!
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Smokeyrone on December 10, 2019, 01:38:05 AM
Just great builds.  Beautiful.

 Now, for "filler" shop/tenement street rows, I found a couple systems to crank out good looking stuff quick and easy. 

 Ill find my massive Peking stuff pics and post said (hurricane "Whatever/Postponed Hurricanes vs CrimiNoles game storm?" in Sept. 2016 made me box and secure whole project when 99% done)    Probably should give the 50+ buildings and @500 painted, based figs to someone who promises to use 'em?  Anyone do 15mm?
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on February 05, 2020, 06:52:54 PM
Trying to find accessories to enhance the project especially interiors is quite difficult, I have been liaising with a contact in USA and now eagerly await the arrival of some 3D Chinese furniture.
I preview it here and when it arrives hopefully it will fit in scale wise, and I will be able to show it next to a Gringos40 or Steve Barber Models figure!
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Post by: Poiter50 on February 06, 2020, 01:43:03 AM
Are the files available for the furniture? I have some Vietnam buildings I would like to enhance.
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Post by: Shipka on February 06, 2020, 06:19:28 AM
They were drawn for me and printed in the USA, I am getting a trial set to check true scale, I am assured  they are 28mm . I am hoping they will arrive by next week.
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Byblos on February 06, 2020, 08:47:29 AM
Interesting  :-*
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on February 11, 2020, 10:27:38 PM
Here is the the latest finished building
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Post by: marianas_gamer on February 11, 2020, 10:49:29 PM
Damn! That's nice! You are one lucky fellow!!
Lon
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Post by: ragbones on February 11, 2020, 11:09:27 PM
Spectacular!
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on March 06, 2020, 10:21:02 PM
Just to advise you guys the next build has just started, here is an initial taster, as with most of the builds it may adapt over time
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: marianas_gamer on March 06, 2020, 10:47:57 PM
Excellent, is there any further news on the furniture. I could really use an ox yoke chair or two.
Lon
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Antonio J Carrasco on March 07, 2020, 06:47:29 AM
Outstanding! That is a great model, indeed!
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on March 24, 2020, 12:12:28 AM
With everyone's mind on the world crisis, I thought some hobby related light relief maybe in order....work is continuing on the Provincial Governors home. Geoff Lacey is under the Emperor's direction and labouring away!
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Post by: commissarmoody on March 24, 2020, 02:24:59 AM
Nice!
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Post by: Muzfish4 on March 24, 2020, 08:58:43 AM
Fantastic stuff - please do keep posting!
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Post by: miltiades on March 24, 2020, 09:18:14 AM
superb ! Awsome. A great job you should post all the time . A great inspiration!
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on March 27, 2020, 09:06:12 AM
Geoff has just loosely placed some roof bits
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Post by: Pijlie on March 27, 2020, 09:28:08 AM
Very inspiring thread. Awesome.
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Post by: whiskey priest on March 27, 2020, 09:29:39 AM
Your buildings are lovely, I'm following this thread with interest.
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Post by: marianas_gamer on March 27, 2020, 11:08:32 PM
Another masterwork in the making  :-* :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: has.been on March 28, 2020, 02:20:35 PM
beautiful, just beautiful.
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Post by: traveller on March 28, 2020, 02:42:28 PM
Awesome work, I could see some of these be useful in Hue 1968  ;)
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Post by: Shipka on April 02, 2020, 08:07:10 PM
Geoff is working on the rear, inspiration was taken from an actual Chinese dwelling but rather than stone/brick we are treating it like wood
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on April 07, 2020, 12:11:11 AM
Texture starting to be applied
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Post by: commissarmoody on April 07, 2020, 12:15:49 AM
Nice!
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Post by: Shipka on April 22, 2020, 08:23:32 PM
Currently at the messy stage lol, still a way to go ...!
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Post by: juergen c. olk on April 25, 2020, 11:32:34 PM
Wow ,you are a Master at this.
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Post by: Svennn on April 27, 2020, 06:47:05 PM
Some really nice pieces here, wonderful execution.  Think I may be pinching some of these ideas for myself.
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on May 01, 2020, 08:59:07 PM
Almost there, undercoat done, balcony fixed, door to be fitted, and everything highlighted and weathered
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Post by: has.been on May 02, 2020, 09:06:47 AM
Drool, drool, drool.
Love this stuff soooooo much.
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Post by: CTMM on May 07, 2020, 12:51:58 AM
  Beautiful artwork
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Post by: Shipka on May 10, 2020, 12:41:03 PM
The finished house courtesy of Geoff Lacey
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Post by: marianas_gamer on May 10, 2020, 07:57:35 PM
 :-* I cant wait to see these on your table. What comes next?
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on May 25, 2020, 08:37:20 PM
Just a few shots with a figure for scale
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Post by: commissarmoody on May 25, 2020, 09:02:56 PM
Projects coming along nicely.
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Post by: Shipka on June 05, 2020, 08:43:25 PM
The next house will be a flat roofed dwelling belonging to the local  Camel Merchant it will be loosely based on an actual house in Northern  China
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Post by: Codsticker on June 09, 2020, 05:17:26 AM
Wonderful construction and finish. 8)
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Post by: Digits on June 14, 2020, 06:36:48 PM
Wow!

These are beautiful buildings.

If I didn’t have enough projects on the go, I’d be so tempted to try and copy one....but I wouldn't get close!

Great project.

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Post by: gamer Mac on June 14, 2020, 10:09:48 PM
Great building :-* :-* :-*
Where do you get your inspiration?
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: has.been on June 15, 2020, 07:08:23 AM

Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
« Reply #71 on: June 14, 2020, 06:36:48 PM »
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Wow!

These are beautiful buildings.

If I didn’t have enough projects on the go, I’d be so tempted to try and copy one....but I wouldn't get close!

Great project.


Yes I most definitely agree, as in I too have far too many things on the go at present,
but would love to try & copy what you have achieved.
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Post by: TacticalPainter on June 16, 2020, 09:50:00 PM
Just catching up on this thread, fantastic work. What do use for the texture on the foamcore? Looks like some sort of modelling paste or Milliput?

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Post by: Shipka on June 17, 2020, 05:37:49 PM
To answer the last question first , clay is the medium over the foam core

With regards to inspiration countless internet searches books on Chinese buildings regional architecture . Sometimes an actual representation is better taken apart and recombining the component elements
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on June 23, 2020, 10:35:27 AM
In order to follow the ideas of the build and thought process, the first stage is to work on the layout of the structure
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on June 24, 2020, 06:52:16 PM
The next step is giving some form to the idea
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Post by: juergen c. olk on June 25, 2020, 03:12:41 AM
Your work is amazing..
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Post by: Shipka on June 25, 2020, 05:47:19 AM
It is Geoff Lacys work for my collection...he and I work together on formulating the concept specific individual design features then Geoff works his magic!
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on June 28, 2020, 02:30:51 PM
It is easy to get a building to one stage, then to take the next step only to find the image you had in mind or were working too just does not work as a model , this is where the ability to think outside the box comes into play
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Post by: Shipka on July 03, 2020, 06:41:57 PM
Well Geoff has now got the form right detailing and texturing to come
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Post by: gamer Mac on July 04, 2020, 12:53:15 AM
vary interesting shape :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: Shipka on July 04, 2020, 08:09:46 AM
Based but adapted from a Chinese building In North West Shanxi
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Post by: smirnoff on July 04, 2020, 10:48:26 AM
Interesting. This is really top class model making.
How do the walls get the flare at the base?
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Post by: Shipka on July 04, 2020, 12:22:23 PM
Don't ask me lol you need to ask The Emperor's Architect
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Post by: smirnoff on July 04, 2020, 01:14:01 PM
Don't ask me lol you need to ask The Emperor's Architect

Or you could ask him please?
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: has.been on July 04, 2020, 05:34:31 PM
A friend of mine used cork wall tiles, which do have a degree
of flexibility.  Held in place with pins &/or tape until the wood glue sets.
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on July 09, 2020, 08:02:36 PM
Not much to report roof lines looked at adjusted several times ridge line detailing to go on, then Geoff starts the fine detailing. When Geoff and I discuss a building, the final building is a product of organic growth , pruning, re grafting and adaption....to clarify the final creation may not always be from where we started!
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Post by: Braz on July 10, 2020, 01:23:38 PM
Awesome building  :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: Shipka on July 15, 2020, 07:30:41 PM
Clay going on a quick snap shot of the studio
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Post by: has.been on July 16, 2020, 03:46:01 PM
I would love to know how you get the curved (up & down) capping on the walls.
It looks so cool.
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on July 16, 2020, 04:37:13 PM
Draw a cloud shape template  cut with very sharp craft knive , the foam core!
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Post by: has.been on July 16, 2020, 08:57:33 PM
Thank you, I will have to give that a try.
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on July 20, 2020, 09:13:58 PM
Here is The Camel Merchants house, based on an actual house in Shanxi province
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Post by: Overlord on July 20, 2020, 10:49:43 PM
Thats a great addition to a fantastic set of buildings. Brilliant stuff  8)
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Post by: gamer Mac on July 21, 2020, 08:56:16 AM
Stunning job :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: Svennn on July 21, 2020, 05:45:29 PM
Absolutely wonderful. Love it
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Post by: marianas_gamer on July 21, 2020, 06:35:15 PM
Really effective as a group.
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Post by: Romark on July 22, 2020, 08:52:30 AM
First class job! 8)
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Post by: juergen c. olk on July 22, 2020, 10:44:21 AM
I;m jealous...
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Post by: Shipka on July 22, 2020, 04:50:53 PM
The next build will be one of the missions in T, ai Yuan .
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Post by: Hupp n at em on July 22, 2020, 09:11:52 PM
Now this thread, I HAVE to follow.  Absolutely beautiful work so far!  :-*
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on August 03, 2020, 07:12:35 PM
Well the  initial research has been done, ideas formed for the mission buildings, so now mock ups start to see if the concept ideas will work!
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Post by: Totleben on August 03, 2020, 08:12:18 PM
Just artwork  :-* :o :-* :o
Title: Re: The Tonkin / Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Shipka on August 03, 2020, 08:23:34 PM
Geoff and I don't usually work from drawings ,the concepts are taken from actual buildings and then lengthy discussions on how we can adapt to end up with an actual idea that can be made up in scrap to ensure sizes, shapes .work !
The biggest lesson I have learnt some buildings just don't scale down well to keep the integrity on the tabletop

Always be prepared to adapt and adjust as you build........and don't be afraid to admit an idea just doesn't work!
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Post by: Patrice on November 08, 2020, 07:18:38 PM
Truly astonishing!  :o :o :o  Thanks for sharing.
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Post by: Cacique Caribe on November 09, 2020, 03:10:43 AM
Oh my God!  First time coming across this thread.  What a find!

Dan
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Post by: Durando on November 11, 2020, 09:09:29 AM
Glad you like it
Durando / shipka
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Post by: Grumpy Gnome on November 11, 2020, 10:40:17 AM
Gorgeous work!
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Post by: Durando on November 17, 2020, 11:16:35 PM
Geoff L and I are playing around  with an idea of sections of a ruined Central Asian city or fortress walling, thought  you would like to follow concept ideas, these are at embryonic stage
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Post by: gamer Mac on November 18, 2020, 12:06:49 AM
Some very nice shapes there :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
Looking forward to seeing where you go with this
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Post by: marianas_gamer on November 18, 2020, 05:57:50 AM
This is a plan that I have on the back burner. I will be very interested how your walls turn out.
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Post by: has.been on November 18, 2020, 06:45:31 AM
Keep up the good work.
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Post by: Durando on December 03, 2020, 08:54:00 PM
Current update Geoff and I are playing with some extra ideas
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Post by: Hang Tuah on August 18, 2021, 06:52:10 AM
Such an amazing thread. I for one would be delighted to know how the Central Asian fortress turned out.
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Post by: miltiades on August 18, 2021, 09:24:12 AM
I can't have enough of it !!! I love this project!  :o
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Post by: marco55 on August 18, 2021, 10:56:16 AM
I don't know if you are aware but Geoff Coe (Shipka) passed away,In July I believe.
Mark
Title: Re: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: has.been on August 18, 2021, 03:34:58 PM
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I don't know if you are aware but Geoff Coe (Shipka) passed away,In July I believe.
Mark
I didn't, sad news.
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Post by: marco55 on August 18, 2021, 04:03:38 PM
I just saw it not too long ago.It was on Steve Barber's commission a miniature page. He was a plus for the hobby.
Mark
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Post by: Bravo Six on August 18, 2021, 08:42:54 PM
I really don't know how I missed this thread. I'm at a total loss for words. It's gorgeous work!!! The painting is AMAZING but what's really amazing is it's all scratchbuilt.  :o :o :-*

You really should be making masters of stuff like that for resin casting, so the rest of us can have nice buildings like that.  :D
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Post by: Hang Tuah on August 20, 2021, 07:27:50 AM
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I don't know if you are aware but Geoff Coe (Shipka) passed away,In July I believe.

Now that is incredibly sad. What club was he with?
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Post by: Tom Dulski on October 30, 2021, 12:26:15 PM
Damn just discovered this thread. Great work on those buildings.
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Post by: princeman on January 22, 2022, 08:38:25 PM
Outstanding talent in these works!!! They look beautiful, well done!
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Post by: Askellad on March 06, 2022, 01:19:08 PM
Very impressive stuff!
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Post by: BZ on March 07, 2022, 08:26:49 AM
Just found this thread, and its amazing!
If I may ask, what are the roof tiles made of (maybe its somwhere written, but I havent read all the text)? Im scratchbuilding medieval japanese buildings for Bushido, and Im a little stuck with effective making of roof tiles...
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Post by: Rommel on November 04, 2023, 04:18:22 PM
Hello,
Sad that Shipka has passed away. For applying the Das clay to the foamboard do you aply first PVA glue on the foamboard? Or as i saw on youtube where someone mixed the glue in the clay? The biggest problem is also finding windows and doors in mdf.
Thanks for Any advise.
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Post by: has.been on November 04, 2023, 08:04:10 PM
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biggest problem is also finding windows and doors in mdf.

Try Warbases in their 'From Scratch' section.

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https://warbases.co.uk/product-category/from-scratch/
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Post by: Rommel on November 05, 2023, 08:04:07 AM
Thanks,
They don’t have, but i know them well, and he maybe can do it, in the past i already asked for customised stuff wich he did. I’ll see.
Title: Re: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: has.been on November 05, 2023, 10:19:24 AM
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Thanks,
They don’t have, but i know them well, and he maybe can do it, in the past i already asked for customised stuff wich he did. I’ll see.
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If he does, I (& I'm sure lots of others) would be interested. :)
Title: Re: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Rommel on December 04, 2023, 06:48:23 PM
Does anyone can tell me what is used for the edges and ridges?
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Post by: Rommel on December 15, 2023, 06:44:51 PM
First attempt with Das airclay, not quit as good as shipka! Still much to learn!
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Post by: Belgian on December 15, 2023, 06:51:06 PM
Does anyone can tell me what is used for the edges and ridges?

Would guess cartonboard or foamex.

Great build by the way.
Title: Re: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Rommel on December 15, 2023, 08:23:07 PM
Cardboard indeed, thanks
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Post by: marianas_gamer on December 15, 2023, 11:01:13 PM
Very commendable effort Rommel!  :-* :-* I love that this great thread continues.
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Post by: Rommel on December 25, 2023, 03:46:45 PM
A little very simple pagode.
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Post by: marco55 on December 25, 2023, 04:30:27 PM
Look very good. Hope to see them painted.
Mark
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Post by: marianas_gamer on December 25, 2023, 07:30:00 PM
Nice!
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Post by: Rommel on December 27, 2023, 11:12:45 AM
Almost done.
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Post by: Muzfish4 on December 27, 2023, 12:18:17 PM
Terrific work. They really look the business and are spot-on period correct.
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Post by: has.been on December 27, 2023, 12:35:15 PM
Beautiful work. Well done.
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Post by: marco55 on December 27, 2023, 12:36:25 PM
Terrific looking buildings. Love the paint jobs.
Mark
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Post by: Rommel on December 27, 2023, 02:40:46 PM
Thanks guys
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Post by: Rommel on December 31, 2023, 04:08:13 PM
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Post by: Rommel on December 31, 2023, 04:12:22 PM
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Post by: Rommel on December 31, 2023, 04:16:24 PM
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Post by: Rommel on January 04, 2024, 08:20:08 PM
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Post by: Rommel on January 04, 2024, 08:20:55 PM
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Post by: marco55 on January 04, 2024, 08:39:33 PM
Gets better and better.
Mark
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Post by: Rommel on January 05, 2024, 05:21:13 AM
Thanks. To be honest, it could be better, but I don’t have enough time and don’t take the time and when I start I already want it to be finished, that’s the problem!
Title: Re: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: has.been on January 05, 2024, 07:16:16 AM
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Thanks. To be honest, it could be better, but I don’t have enough time and don’t take the time and when I start I already want it to be finished, that’s the problem!/
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Don't be hard on yourself.
My wife knows that I start every project with great enthusiasm, and also end it like that too...
the problem for me is the bit in-between. I am a real grouch if that bit isn't very short.  :D

By the way how have you done the pieced/lattice windows? They add to the Oriental look of the buildings.

Title: Re: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Rommel on January 05, 2024, 05:47:37 PM
For those who are interested , Chinese style windows/doors contact “Charlie Foxtrot Models” . Check also his Facebook page, incredible building stuff he does. I contacted him thru chat on his page, very kind and good service.
Title: Re: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: marianas_gamer on January 05, 2024, 11:13:40 PM
Love what you have done Rommel and thanks for the info on Charlie Foxtrot Models! I used one of his gates for my formal Chinese house. It is the gate in the right foreground on this pic.
(http://i.imgur.com/ies8iCV.jpg) (https://imgur.com/ies8iCV)
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Post by: Rommel on January 06, 2024, 09:14:25 AM
It is always nice to see beautiful wargaming terrain. Well done marianas.
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Post by: Rommel on January 13, 2024, 09:06:37 AM
Smal colonial house/trading post for Tonkin.
Title: Re: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Rommel on February 18, 2024, 10:09:41 AM
I didn’t know where to post it, some simple scratch ‘Black Flag’ Tonkin sampans with some nice Gringo40’s.
Title: Re: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: blacksoilbill on February 19, 2024, 11:05:21 AM
That is some beautiful work on those houses. The sampans are a great build too.
Title: Re: Central Asian /Sino Japanese / Boxer Rebellion build project
Post by: Rommel on February 19, 2024, 11:19:19 AM
Painted versions
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Post by: Rommel on February 21, 2024, 07:56:14 AM
Finished sampan
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Post by: flatpack on February 21, 2024, 08:11:41 AM
Lovely work.