I've finished all the modifications to the windmill kit, so it's ready for priming.
I added more bits of balsa to the sails as I thought they still didn't look organic enough.
Front and rear
and the 'axle' end was made from the end of an old paintbrush.
The ladder, tiller and tilting mechanism are completed.
I then coated all the additions with Modpodge for extra strength and to hopefully disguise any visible printing ridges.
I was pleased to discover this was a common design in England as well as Northern Europe, so it will be usable in ECW games too. Ready to undercoat now. I'll attach the sails after painting, and add a few extra details.
Finally Sunrise from the Growlery (my mancave ) window this morning.
That model's looking great.
ReplyDeleteNice view from your window - can't see much here for the rain!
It's been very sunny here today!
DeleteA lovely piece of model engineering - loving the paintbrush axle :) . Looking forward to your 17th century stuff. The finest period of them all.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely. I'm seriously considering launching my own range of early 1600 figures. Investing a sum and running it as a small business.
DeleteThe windmill model is looking good.
ReplyDeleteThanks. I'm looking forward to getting it painted.
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