Modelling

Great articles, detailed drawings and photos.

This book covers the modelling and painting of US armed forces in the Pacific, on D-Day and during the liberation of Europe in 1/35, 1/56, 1/72 and 1/76 scales. Historical overviews set the scene followed by detailed step-by-step modelling and painting guides for the creation of accurate and realistic models, whether for display or wargaming. With over 250 colour photography, this book includes the following models for Personnel: infantryman, paratrooper, Ranger, Marine, airmen, combat engineers...

A wide array of fantasy miniatures is available to wargamers and modellers, manufactured from an increasing number of different materials each with their own unique modelling challenges. From the multipart hard plastic 28mm miniature to the metal and resin models common in all other scales, this book provides wargamers with a wealth of information to achieve the best results. It discusses issues of scale with fantasy miniatures; demonstrates a variety of modelling an painting techniques at diffe...

Airbrushing Scale Model Aircraft is a practical guide to the application and techniques of painting aircraft in any scale. It provides guidance on buying airbrushing equipment, setting it up and operating it safely, and offers detailed explanations of how airbrushes and compressors work, alongside their various components. The reader is taken through basic exercises to learn how to control airbrushing equipment before moving on to more advanced paint application techniques.

An exciting new series of modelling books for the military modeller and enthusiast. Each book will centre on a particular subject, and contain some 22 builds, including ‘how-to’ guides, showcase features, and also include tips and techniques. Each book will cover a variety of models in popular scales, with full kit builds, conversion projects and painting guides. Produced in full colour with concise text and clear photography with informative captions, these new books will be one of the must hav...

This publication is an updated and extended edition of our book Real Colours of WWII released in 2017. It describes the camouflage development and colours of the German, Soviet, US and British army vehicles during WWII. The team of authors has been expanded: renowned German researcher Johannes Denecke is responsible for the revision of the German chapter. The Soviet and British chapters have also been updated by Przemyslaw Skulski and Mike Starmer, respectively. Real Colours of WWII Armor has a...

Worn art thematic collection, looking at worn, weathered modelling techniques in detail. With step by step guides and photos and illustrations throughout.

We will show you different ideas and techniques used to paint and weather your Kotobukiya models in this amazing book. These techniques can also be applied to any style of SF model, from the simplest and fastest painting and weathering effects to more elaborate and involved processes including modulation, lighting, and all kinds of dirt and grime effects. Each step can be adjusted to be subtle or intense, allowing you to develop your own painting and weathering style. Also included is a simple m...

This is a practical guide to getting the best from the many resin and etch detailing kits available to enhance scale model aircraft, and is intended to help beginners and experienced model makers alike.

Great articles, detailed drawings and photos.

The IN COMBAT series is aimed for those who would like to quickly learn about fascinating history of specific vehicle, plane or ship. Every issue consists of the most important information about history, versions and service of one combat machine. The book consists of dozens of interesting photos, colour illustrations, technical drawings and maps. In every issue there is a free gift in the form of masks or decals for modellers.

Divided into step by step articles, this book illustrates well known techniques for making a piece of art from plastic or resin.