Compendium Modelling Manuals

3 primary works • 4 total works

Basic Aviation Modelling

by Jerry Scutts

Published 27 November 1998

This is the first in a new series of highly illustrated books for the model maker. Basic Aviation Modelling is an excellent introduction to the art of making model aeroplanes from kits. High definition pictures take the reader through all the stages of making a variety of kits. The emphasis throughout is to make the tasks understandable in a step-by-step format. Working with readily available kits from Tamiya, Verlinden and Revell, the less experienced modeller is shown the do's and don'ts of modelling techniques with particular emphasis on the common difficulties that the inexperienced modeller might face. This series will build into a library of practical information for the modeller.

Advanced Aviation Modelling

by Jerry Scutts

Published 27 November 1998

This is the second in the new Modelling Manual series which sets out to help the more experienced modeller to improve techniques and expand their modelling horizons. Working with models like the MIG27 Fulcrum, the A-10, and the WW1 Roland Walfisch the reader is shown how with patience and care these and other models can be superdetailed to a very high standard. Very detailed colour photographs and a concise but explanatory text show the modeller how to turn a basic kit model into a show-stopper.

Modelling and Painting Figures

by Jerry Scutts

Published 23 February 2000

In many ways, modelling figures is the most difficult part of the model maker's art.

If the posture is wrong, if the physical attributes and features aren't lifelike and in the right proportions, or if the clothing and the play of light on the clothing is inaccurate, the figures will look stilted and inhuman. If they are in a diorama, it won't matter how good the rest of the model making is, the effect will be ruined.

The eighth of Osprey's Modelling Manuals provides a masterclass in the art of figure modelling and painting. The work of many talented modellers is shown, identifying how to meet this demanding challenge and produce models of the highest calibre. The meticulous techniques are skilled but simple enough for the amateur modelling enthusiast to learn from and improve their work. Figure modelling of all kinds is explained from adapting existing commercial models to starting from scratch.

Advanced Military Vehicle Modelling

by Jerry Scutts

Published 25 June 1999

For the more experienced vehicle modeller this book takes the reader to a level of proficiency that some people only dream of.

Step by step colour photographs and clear, precise language show scratchbuilding and superdetailing techniques which make gold award winners. Vehicles covered include 1/35 Hummel, SDKFZ Self propelled gun, Panther engine, Grant medium tank, DUKW Amphibious vehicle.