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Light Box Photography Vs. Professional Photography Lighting for Miniatures and Scale Models

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A Detailed Comparative Exploration of Light Box Photography Versus Professional Photography Lighting In the expansive world of photography, lighting stands out as an essential element that dramatically influences an image’s composition, mood, and perceived quality. How light interacts with a subject can make or break a photograph. Photographers often choose between two prominent lighting methods: … Read more

Why Authentic Colours are Essential for Scale Models: The Best Strategy for Realism Using AK REAL COLORS Lacquer Paint

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In the world of scale modelling, authenticity is king. While many builders rely on “close enough” colour hacks or mix their own hues, these shortcuts often fail to capture the true essence of the original subject. Using authentic, historically accurate colours elevates a model from a simple replica to a masterful recreation, telling a story … Read more

GST and HST Break now Live!

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It’s time to save now! The tax break is now live on Sunward Hobbies. No  coupon or discount code is needed. You order your favourite items, and we will ship them to your door. Simple! Taxes are waived on qualifying goods: Shop the sale now! Qualifying items include: Plastic Model kits (except for Italeri, Kinetic, … Read more

Ultimate Guide to Photographing Fantasy and Wargamer Miniature Figures Using a Light Box

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Capture the stunning details and vivid colours of your Miniature and Wargamer Figures Using A Light Box Skill Level: AdvancedPrerequisite: Basic Understanding of Photographic Concepts and Light Box UseRead Time: 10 minutes Bring your miniatures to life with stunning detail and vibrant colours! A light box is the secret weapon for wargamers and fantasy enthusiasts … Read more

Why CRI 98+ LED Lighting Elevates Wargaming and Fantasy Miniature Photography

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Skill Level: Miniature Figure Photography EnthusiastsRead Time: 10 minutes Introduction to LED Lighting for Miniatures: Capturing the intricate details and vibrant colours of wargaming and fantasy miniatures is an art form that demands precision, especially when photographed for social media, contests, or personal archives. Light can make or break your results, whether you’re shooting with … Read more

Revell 2022 Corvette Stingray Z51 Coupe Build and Review Part 9 Completed Images

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Revell Corvette Stingray with New Tooling This post shows all images of the completed Revell 2022 Corvette Stingray Z51 Coupe New Tooling 1/25 Scale 85-4556 14556. Jared Demes is a modeler from southern Alberta. He has been building models since he was 4 years old when his Dad first introduced him to the hobby. He … Read more

How to Remove Excess Paint

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How to Remove Excess Paint from Plastic Model Kits Dealing with excess paint or paint mishaps is a common challenge for many modelers. Fortunately, there are several effective techniques to remove excess paint without damaging your model. 1. Understand the Paint Types Before you start, it’s crucial to know what type of paint you used. Common … Read more

Revell 2022 Corvette Stingray Z51 Coupe Build and Review Part 8 Final Build

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Revell Corvette Stingray with New Tooling This is the eighth and final part of the Revell 2022 Corvette Stingray Z51 Coupe New Tooling 1/25 Scale 85-4556 14556. Nearing completion! This is the stage in the build where I need to be careful as I get a little too excited to see everything completed and I … Read more

Differences Between Plastruct Bondene Styrene and Plastic Weld Cement

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Understanding the Differences Between Bondene Styrene PLA-3 and Plastic Weld Cement PLA-2 Two commonly used adhesives from Plastruct are Bondene Styrene and ABS Plastic Solvent Cement PLA-3 and Plastic Weld Cement PLA-2. While both are designed for plastics, they have specific differences in their chemical compositions, application methods, and bonding strengths. Here’s a breakdown of each and … Read more

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