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ICM has been making nice biplanes, so this one comes to mind: That is the F11C-2 Goshawk upgraded for use as a dive-bomber, the BFC-2. Apart from being a snazzy-looking ride, the type is important because Ernst Udet bought two of them to demo dive-bombing for the Luftwaffe: -Moe

For something really fine like an antenna wire, 2-4 pound fishing line works great. Drawback relative to E-Z Line is that the latter is easier to work with. Don’t love the flat nature of E-Z Line, particularly when a length gets a noticeable twist in it. Because of that characteristic, I’d never use it with close, parallel rigging like that frequently seen in bipes. -Moe

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Mike, Season 9 of Doc Martin is on Amazon Prime/Acorn. I mention it because I don’t believe that the episodes have made it to PBS yet. -Moe

Hi Alan, I've got four models in the queue, ICM Stearman, Hasegawa 109 F-4/Trop, Tamiya A6M2, all 1/32, and a 1/48 Monogram/Revell Kingfisher. Can't find masks for the Kingfisher, anywhere. -Moe

The product in question, "EZ Masks," appear to be made out of masking tape. Guess the answer to your quesiton, is absolutely nothing.

So, I'm putting together an order of MRP paints. One of the colors that might work for me is this one: http://www.hobbyworld-usa.com/Store/index.php?id_product=2275&controller=product&search_query=orange+yellow&results=640 I've been using Tamiya's "camel yellow" to spray the upper wings of "Golden Age" and trainer models. The BIG problem with the product is that it only comes in rattle cans; Tamiya doesn't offer an equivalent in its line of bottled paint. I've also used Mr Color orange-yellow in the past, but I don't love the stuff because it really does strike me as having too much red in it. At any rate, I'm just looking for advice on the MRP product. In particular, I'd like to know what Yellow-Wing modelers think about the color after its been applied (looks a little dark in the bottle). Thanks, -Moe

Nice paint work, very believable

Those are great, Mike. What craftsmanship! Sixty years ago, most plastic, model-plane kits came with stands. Hopefully they'll make a comeback. Apart from aesthetic considerations, stands can cut the display footprint of a model all but in half. Yours are so eye-catching, though, that sort of utility is almost an afterthought. Well done and congratulations! -Moe

Hi there and thanks for responding, I went so far as to contact the gentleman in search of particulars. Among those cited in the exchange: No Paypal No credit cards No personal checks Payment by International money order only Under different circumstances, I wouldn't even consider such a transaction. However, I doubt that the total including shipping would exceed $50. Then there's the reality that no model will survive my handling without canopy masks, especially subjects with lots of panes and complex shapes. USPS sells international money orders, BTW. Hence, my query to the forum! -Moe

I’ve used this image storage site for eight years: https://postimages.org/ Never experienced so much as a hiccup. BTW, you’ll have a better experience if you become a registered user. -Moe

This vendor is Canada-based and sells canopy masks for model planes with payment by international money order. Assuming that at least a few members of the group are familiar with his operation, would someone be good enough to provide feedback on his reliability and such? Good or bad, it would be fine with me if you prefer to share your experiences via private message. Thanks, -Moe

Betcha Tami could finally do justice to the P-40B.

Very nice pic of your Spit! I know a gentlemen from the UK who shoots his models against the sky, and then edits out the stand. BTW, he put's 'em way up high, on a 5m pole, and lets the wind turn the prop. Clearly, he's using a fairly serious lens on his camera. Lots of fun! My whole approach to this imaging work is born out of a desire NOT to be constrained by backgrounds, real or printed/projected. As is, I can put the model whereever I want it. The only limitation is the content of the wallpaper employed. Very versatile in that regard.

Grandpas does nice work: https://www.grandpascabinets.com/ He made a case for a tall ship of mine.

I don't think that adjustable tripod stands have been mentioned in the thread, but they're awfully handy for getting off the deck. They're pictured and described here: https://modelingmadness.com/scott/accessories/cddisplayair.htm I use them to take pictures of models on. -Moe

Thank you very much, as your comments are very generous. If you'd like me to take a stab at one of your models sometime, let me know. If the subject is a prop, two images are required. Take a pic in the attitude that you want displayed in the finished product. Then, without moving the model or camera, rotate the prop 30-90 degrees (depending on the number of blades) and take a second pic. The more data the better, so set your camera/device to its highest quality. I can take it from there, -Moe One more pic for the road...

Wow, that's exactly what I was looking for. Thank you, so much! -Moe

I hope that this isn't controversial, but I image the model on a stand, then use Adobe PS to edit out the background, add prop effects, and paste the output onto free desktop wallpaper. Here are some examples: I should add that I've gotten a lot better at this during the COVID-nonsense! -Moe

Great looking mode! -Moe

Well, it looks like I'll give Mr Paint a try. Sincerest thanks to Brian and everyone else who replied to my query. This was actually a better and more productive experience than I anticipated! Thanks again, -Moe

Your comments make it sound a lot like Tamiya, excepting MRP comes pre-thinned. One of the big pluses over Tamiya appears to be color selection, especially for model planes. No comparo on that count! Can you tell me what the thinner might be? I believe that Tamiya uses alcohol, which I've read is the ingredient which screws up undercoats that it's subsequently brushed over. Kinda makes me crazy when I need to touch-up a blemish. Do you vent your workspace to the outdoors before applying MRP? That's no reason to reject the product, as it was always necessary with airbrushed enamels. Just wondering how toxic it might be. -Moe

Hi Brian, Thanks for both the suggestions and the welcome. Question about Mr Paint... Is it a straight airbrush product, or can it be brushed on? I ask, because I've got an ongoing love/hate relationship with Tamiya over that exact issue. BTW, I checked and "MRP" looks to be available in most colors. BTW#2, it may be temporary, but the paint counter at Sprue Bros and Squadron look to have been hit by a plague of locusts. -Moe

First, thanks to everyone that's responded. I live in Central Texas, but do most of my shopping online. The problem with availability appears to be pandemic related, as so many items are cited as being out-of-stock. In the way of history, I was an enamel user. However, that's become an increasingly difficult medium to find/use. Beyond that, I just felt like I needed to transition to acrylics completely. That's not to say that I really trust acrylic, I should add, insofar as I find them wildly unpredictable. Anyway, that's my story! -Moe

With so much time on my hands, I decided to start building model planes again. However, I've run into a bit of a problem finding paint. Seems like a lot of suppliers are out of the acrylics that I'm looking for, Tamiya being the exception. However, Tamiya doesn't offer MOST of the colors/shades that I'm looking for. Any hints as to how source paints for model planes? Thanks, -Moe