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What an exquisite diorama. The "spilled beer scene" is one I have never seen before and it is masterfully executed. The LP figures tell the story quite well.
I'll attempt to relate a story told by a member of our Sun City Oro Valley Modelers Club at a club meeting. Dan was a Navy pilot of a PBM after the end of WWII and the beginning of the cold war with Russia. He flew reconnaissance along the east coast of the US looking for Russian subs. On one his missions he was told by a commanding officer to make a stop in Jamaica for some "liquid refreshments" for the Officers' Club back at base. So he and his crew loaded the plane up as full as they could and began their return flight. In flight he had an engine failure. What to do? Jettison the precious cargo of "liquid refreshment" or the kitchen equipment, bunks and misc equipment of the Mariner? Easy decision for Dan. He ordered his crew to jettison the equipment and save the cargo. He thought he'd be court-martialled for certain for destruction of government property, but he did it anyway. End of the story. Dan never heard a peep from a commanding officer or even a hint of courts-martial. I just can't get enough of the stories of WWII vets and other vets who populate our community.
Later, Dave S Tucson, AZ
Dave, fun story. I recall being in the Air Force back in the 80's and going to an air meet in TX with a bunch of crews from around the world. When the Aussies landed, the first pallet that came off the back of their C-130 was full of XXX lager.
For now, I installed a string of natural white LED's and put them on a dimmer. First pic shows the frame and glass in place. I had this made at Michaels. It turned out fantastic. Oh yeah, had to add a name plate. Then on with the lights.... And finally a pic of the dimmer for those that are interested. I would have preferred internal electronics as I had initially built, but working is better than eye-pleasing.
Now, clear off the workbench and break out the truck repair shop.
Just an outstanding presentation and modeling on this diorama. I can't wait to see what you will do with the next one. Thanks for taking all the time to send the pictures too.
Mike S.
if you don't mind, once it's mounted on the wall please share a picture of it in situ.
Terry
First, this is how I installed the lights. #1 is an aluminum channel angled at 45 degrees and spraypainted brown to hide it. The strip of LED's is inside this channel. It is locked into place with a pair of clips and can be removed easily. #2 shows the wire harness coming out of the lights. I used 2.1mm cannon plugs for quick connects. #3 I used a scrap of the background paper and double sided tape to hide the wire. #4 The screw to mount frame with keyhole hanger shown in pic 2. Pic 3 shows the picture hanger on back of shadow box to secure to wall.
The shadow box is mounted on the wall here. I'll add a piece of trim to cover the wire on the wall. The green stripes are sunlight coming in through the blinds. 2nd pic shows the lights on.
These last shots show off the kits that I worked with: Logging disconnects, Dolbeer Donkey, and Dueling Tarpaper Shack. These along with a few of my favorite details on this build on the sawfiler car, the rusted barrel, and the humble pallet (don't get rid of your SW pallet jig). Bear in mind these shots are taken through the glass with the reflection on light in the background. I'm really happy with the way the frame with glass turned out.
Frank
Mark
Muddy, I'll look into those.
Brett, if you find yourself in Virginia Beach, stop in.
it sounds like your describing actinic lighting.
i used to have a 150 gal reef tank, and used actinic lighting to highlight the corals.
bryan,
this diorama is drop dead gorgeous. will you build me one? heheheh......
Geezerbill