Tropical Groundwork Scene

[rtfoe]

This time it's accessories starting with a weighing scale scratched with a carved block of plastic, some plastic strip, cut plastic disc and toothpaste foil.



I placed the foil over a circular template and rubbed it down with a ball tipped tool.



Blurred shot of it with bananas being weighed.



Then there are the slippers and wooden cloggs all made from carved plastic and strips.



Locked them down on double sided tape for easy painting.



All placed outside the door...one of course will be in pieces after being chewed.



A small prayer alter with incense sticks, a hot water flask and stool all from plastic scratch. Notice the honey dew melons...huge aren't they.



These are late additions to the dio to fill the alley way which usually is piled with stuff including a bit of gardening...
The bricks are painted cork, pots hand made from putty. The bottle and crate is from MiniArt.



I printed out Cola stickers for the crate sides and plants are preserved weeds and fern is a laser cut piece from a friend.



Cheers,
Richard

[Jim R]

Hi Richard
Very impressive scratching on a tiny scale.
Jim

[Mark1]

Superb attention to detail :thumb2: wish I had your patience (and skills)

[GerryW]

Great skills - I promise to keep practicing, so that I can get somewhere near your levels (probably about half way!)

[rtfoe]

Thanks Jim, Mark and Gerry for the kind words.
These days my eyes aren't so good so the details are getting scruffier. Patience is a little short too and anything is possible with practice.

The details are more fun if they bring back nostalgia.

Cheers,
Richard

[GerryW]

Richard, my eyes are at the point that while I can read comfortably, fine work needs magnification - luckily patience I've got in spades - watching paint dry is not a problem!

[rtfoe]

Richard, my eyes are at the point that while I can read comfortably, fine work needs magnification - luckily patience I've got in spades - watching paint dry is not a problem!

Then you'll love it while waiting for resin cures.:tongue-out2: Very nail biting for me.

Cheers,
Richard

[GerryW]

Then you'll love it while waiting for resin cures.:tongue-out2: Very nail biting for me.

Cheers,
Richard

Wouldn't say that I enjoy waiting, just that I can wait till the cows come home if it's needed - though sometimes when doing a model, impatience can get to me & I'll try and rush ahead, and have to sit back and give myself a 'good talking to' to slow down!

[Mini Me]

Fantastic "scratchery" Richard....I was very impressed with the consistency you achieved in making all the "flip flops" and "clogs".......well done Sir! Rick H. :thumb2:

[CarolsHusband]

Richard, I was watching your build a few weeks back and then dropped the ball a bit.

Having rediscovered it I have to say your talent and attention to detail is amazing

[rtfoe]

Thanks Rick and Dan,
You should have seen the number of rejects...the first few experiments either were fit for giants or Gary Glitter. :tears-of-joy: As for details, I had no choice as there aren't many accessories of local stuff and making them was a challenge I was happy to make. Observing the antiques while walking down the old streets of Penang also conjures ideas to add to scenes of that era.
I'm glad you both like the dio.

Cheers,
Richard

[Jim R]

Hi Richard
Not only do we get a masterclass in modelling and attention to detail but also a culinary tour of South east Asia and an insight into the electrical supply in the area :tongue-out3:
It truly is exceptional work.
Jim

[rtfoe]

Thank you very much Jim, appreciate the kind comment. Glad you like the Asian tour.
Have you tried Satay(barbequed meat on wooden skewers)? I've always wanted to do a satay stall. Having it al-fresco straight from the barbi with peanut sauce and compacted steamed glutinous rice wrapped with palm leaves accompanied with onions and cucumber...yum yum.

Cheers,
Richard

[minitnkr]

Just amazing. PaulE

[rtfoe]

Thanks Paul, glad you still like it.

Cheers,
Richard