Modellers guides

If there is one modeller that has distinguished himself over the last decade, due to his amazing dioramas, it is Aitor Azkue. This book shows off the very best of all of his work. With spectacular dioramas, more than 1800 images, step by step guides, and all of his tricks described in detail, there is no book quite like this. Inside the 292 pages of this essential book, there are 10 complete dioramas looked at in total detail.

Volume #3 of the definitive encyclopedia of model aircraft. This third volume covers in depth through its 200 pages and more than 900 pictures the following subjects:Preparation and priming of all kind of surfaces before paint.Pre-shading for highlight panels and surfaces.All kind of camouflages, including base coats, monotone camouflages, chipped camouflages and the most complex multi-tone camouflages schemes.Airbrush highlights and fading.How to paint wood parts of all kind.Insignias, numerals and stencils.Shadings with inks

Jose Luis Lopez has created his own style aptly named the Black & White technique and the results have quickly become popular worldwide. This book is the newest and latest of the author's and these more than 100 pages are lush in technical detail, explaining the entire process with numerous step by step examples as well as insightful theoretical reflection. The technique allows us to layer the effects of wear, chipping, and dirt in a simpler manner than usual by using a Black & White foundation for our base color(s). Once our translucent base colors are applied, each subject automatically acquires three-dimensional volume and layered weathering effects. Only in this unique book can you find all of the secrets of Jose Luis Lopez innovative and versatile approach. Through numerous in-depth examples, photo rich step by step demonstrations bring stunning results to modelers of all genres and skill levels.

In response to the multitude of suggestions AK offers you a parallel to the monographs series. In this special issue you will deal with difficulties that may occur during different building stages, such as working with photo-etched parts, advanced painting, scratch-building, diorama composition, etc. This new guide will not only help you to build your models but also have the possibility to tell their history. English language.

IN COMBAT - PAINTING MECHAS is here in its second edition, with revised and updated content and images.

Since quite a few decades, robots and other big Sci-Fi war machines have been one of the most popular subjects throughout Asia and the rest of the world. The Japanese company Bandai popularized this fascinating world with their GUNDAMS which is followed today by many modelers. For those MECHAS lovers out there, this book provides different, highly realistic painting and weathering techniques in detailed step-by-step articles full of useful tricks and tips. An indispensable book to learn how to give realistic finishes to your models. A 92-page book in full color with lots of pictures and an amazing style. Paperbook.

Written by:

Mig Jimenez, Oishi Modeler, Luca Zampriolo, Chulho Yoo and Daniel Morcillo.

This book is a compilation of aircraft scale modelling techniques, step by step guides with hundreds of colour pictures for WWI, WWII, cold war and modern aircraft, showing a wide range of painting and weathering techniques. All aspects of aircraft modelling are covered in a way that is both easy to understand and follow. From tools, and how to use various materials, to camouflage painting, markings, engines, pilots, etc. This is a must have for aircraft modelers. F.A.Q. is a compendium of the main techniques used in aircraft modelling, explained from a beginner level, through to the most complex of tasks. Created by world famous modeler, Daniel Zamarbide, and aided by the most prominent aircraft modelers in Europe. A perfect tool for aircraft modelling enthusiasts

Poradnik modelarski dotyczący malowania figurek. Setki kolorowych fotografii z opisem technik malowania krok po kroku. Format A4, 120 stron, język angielski.

Volume #1 of the definitive encyclopedia of model aircraft. This first volume covers in depth through its 128 pages and more than 500 photos the following subjects:

 The preparation of pieces, including how to separate sprues, sanding, cleaning, gluing, and hyper detail.

 The creation of cockpits, from the simplest to the most detailed of all subjects and types. Subjects such as painting, assembly, leather seats, metal seats, ejection seats, pilots, belts, hyper detailing, resin cockpits and pieces, photo-etched components, scratch building, control panels, painting dials, decals, hues, polishing and gluing cockpits.

This book explains in depth in an educational and visually easy to follow format, how to apply various light effects on your models, including the famous modulation technique. Through its 106 pages, hundreds of photos and numerous diagrams show how to obtain more from your models and give them more life and personality. To do this the authors Javier Soler and Mig Jimenez explain 4 different ways of painting lighting effects on our models: color modulation, zenithal light, spot light, and illumination by panels.