What about a cook-up or contest for creative photos of our models?
Creative??????? Yep, count me in.
A cook-up has been nominated and approved (It only takes two builders) and they never end. :P
Let the chips fly Gents ;D
Gents,
Here is my first attempt. I think more are on the way...
Joe
Take a look at Gera's Projects. He takes realistic photos of practically everything he builds.
Ken Pugh
They don't necessarily have to be realistic. I was thinking about the theme of "solid model memories", maybe a nostalgic workbench shot looking like the 1940s (with hand tools, wood shavings and a half finished model), or something simulating period magazine cover art. It could also be simply a well-lit shot of a model using a set-up like Garet had a while back, a box with special lighting and a neutral backdrop.
Here's an example of some things you can do. This is a rocket that my brother built (flying, so this photo is not eligible for this cook-up). I took a photo of it on a neutral background and used photoshop to place it over an aerial photograph that I took. I also used photoshop for the motion blur.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2002/1762275907_3d30d85aea.jpg)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/oceaneer99/1762275907/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/oceaneer99/1762275907/)
I also used Gimp (photo editor) to erase a stand, add a spinning prop and background for my 1/288 scale Heinkel:
(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/normal_1464044489_e3249fe3d2_b.jpg)
http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-333 (http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-333)
A photo that may belong here:(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/normal_Vedette_at_Victoria_Beach_-_1.jpg) And perhaps:(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/normal_Vedette_at_Victoria_Beach_-_4.jpg)
Wow, neat splash under the seaplane! How'd you do that one?
Oh, wait, I can see it in the enlargement now. That's amazing, from a distance, that cotton batting (?) looks exactly like a splash.
Garet
You got me on that one, Garet. I was worried that when you didn't see the crew I'd have a problem convincing you that it was a "ghost flight".
Cliff.
A Flying Fish. . .
Ray,
In pursuit of the the "Space Battleship Yamato"?
Well, I did say creative. :-X
Cliff, the water scene is terrific.
I saw it as a sub over a reef. Nice effect. Don't know about the galaxy in the background.
Lou
Thunder over the mountain: (fishing line removed with photoshop)
It was just a proof of concept shot. Perch substituted for a Starship model I have yet too finish. The lower part of the image is a macro shot of X. Polycarpa lichen taken by myself, the galaxy and star field are real found on web. each part of the image was treated separately with a pastel art effect with the exception of the Perch. The sun was then added to match the lighting of the Perch and the lower image. Astronauts will be added among the Polycarpa as soon as they are finished and photographed.
Wow, some great ideas on this board! Great work, all of you.
Garet
A really neat shot too Paul.
Cliff
OK a Spaceship Model, This is the Guillows Rocket Ranger built by Brett Gentz. Yes I know one of them is spelled wrong.
http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/displayimage.php?album=search&cat=0&pos=12 (http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/displayimage.php?album=search&cat=0&pos=12)
A very nice shot. At the risk of dating myself again the Rocket Ship reminds me of the era of "Buck Rogers in the Twentyfifth Century".
Cliff.
(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/normal_118.jpg)
http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-3518
This fantastic image is brought to you by Dave's photo editting skills. It makes my F-18 just fly off the screen. Thank you Dave.
Lou
P.S. This also qualifies as an international project.
Gentlemen, I am impressed. I've seen this sort of photography done with model cars, set against outdoor backgrounds, thus making the models look like real automobiles.
You are the man. You are in a league by yourself. Congratulatons on fantastic project.
Lou
I have been neglecting this post, actually I forgot all about it. Anyway, here goes. Early dawn, a captured Fokker DR1 will be air tested against a Spad VII.
Attempting to duplicate Cliff's fine photo work using his Gimly hangar background..
Lou
An experiment in panoramic photography. My display area in two parts.
Lou
Part two
Your display area is a source of envy, Lou not to mention the photography. I'm looking forward to when you may fit the two parts together. With so many models - and even if perhaps some of them may be plastic - I can't help wondering: Where are the magazines devoted exclusively to the carved version? At the local Chapters I recently counted approximately ten mags devoted to plastic models of aircraft alone to say nothing of the many magazines dedicated to ships and tanks. But there were absolutely none with photos or other areas of interest to people like yourself. Is this an area that is just waiting for some Solid Scale Group to fill a need?
Cliff.
Fantastic display area, and model collection Lou, do you have any trouble with dust?, I have a couple of models not in my display cabinet and they seem to be dust magnets. Regards Paul J.
Dust is a constant problem.
Lou
Rather than start a new topic, I elected to seek resolution in this thread. I would like to lay out some suggested photo set ups for model of the year section. If possible, the model should be photographed from the front 1/4 view or rear 1/4 view and close to 30 degrees up or down. This will allow a better appreciation of your model subject.
Lou
Attempting to give a nautical feel to my ships.
Lou