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Tamiya 1/35 scale H39 French Light Tank plastic model kit review

by Robert Raver
A quick, trouble-free armor kit that’s perfect for a weekend build
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Replicating box art paint scheme and weathering

by Robert Raver
Paint a multi-color camouflage scheme based on box art and add weathering
MORE ABOUT: how-to, armor, airbrushing, painting, weathering

Takom 1/35 scale SdKfz 250/1 plastic model kit review

by Robert Raver
A detailed halftrack to set a new standard
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Paint a tattoo on a figure model

by Robert Raver
Add ink for the first time a figure model with these easy guide
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Use light mapping to establish contrast on figures

by Robert Raver
Learn the best techniques for light mapping, highlighting, and shading your scale figure models
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How to make water lilies for your figure base or diorama

by Robert Raver
Use a leaf punch, hobby knife, and other tools to make scale model water lilies
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Kitbash ferns for your figure base or diorama

by Robert Raver
Use a Kamizukuri Camouflage kit and other modeling tools to make scale model ferns

 Kamizukuri Camouflage kit (No. A-21) 

 Kamizukuri Camouflage kit (No. A-21) 

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Model realistic vines for your scene or diorama

by Robert Raver
Learn to make realistic-looking vines using a leaf-punch, construction paper, and other tools and materials
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Model reeds for your figure base or diorama

by Robert Raver
Create nice-looking reeds or cattails in-scale for your base or diorama
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Model realistic-looking damaged metal

by Robert Raver
Build a model and weather it with realistic-looking damaged metal sections
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Takom 1/35 scale M29 Weasel plastic model kit review

by Robert Raver
If you love military vehicles, photo-etched metal, and lots of details, don’t miss this kit
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Model stone with Vallejo Industrial Thick Mud

by Robert Raver
Add this modeling option for realistic stone textures to your bag of tricks
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Takom 1/35 scale AH-64D Apache Longbow plastic model kit review

by Robert Raver
Big kit with impeccable detail, but the instructions leave you hanging
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Using oil paints for streaks and grime

by Robert Raver
Use oil paint to make dot filters and more to weather your model
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Plastic model weathering basics: Mud

by Robert Raver
Make mud to dirty up your scale models
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How to model slushy ice and snow

by Robert Raver
Model some slush and snow using these techniques
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How to use a wet palette with acrylic paint

by Robert Raver
After setting up your wet palette, here is how you can use it with your acrylic paint
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Takom 1/35 scale MQ-8B Fire Scout plastic model kit review

by Robert Raver
A true two-in-one kit for a unique and unusual subject
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HobbyBoss 1/35 scale Coyote TSV plastic model kit review

by Robert Raver
Be careful, because this coyote bites
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How to use a glass palette

by Robert Raver
A step-by-step guide on how to use a glass palette
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