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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => WW1 Aircraft Dioramas => Topic started by: rhallinger on February 14, 2014, 03:21:33 PM

Title: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: rhallinger on February 14, 2014, 03:21:33 PM

Here is the vignette of Jan Olieslagers in his Sopwith Camel preparing to alight on one of his 496 sorties.  The aircraft is the Hobbycraft 1/32 kit, with mostly painted markings.  The pilot figure is the PJ Productions 1/32 British seated pilot, and the mechanic swinging the prop is and RAF figure from Wings. 

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This project was fun.  I'm not much of a figure painter, but I like the way they enhance the aeroplane nonetheless.  :)  I hope you enjoy this scene.  :D

Cheers,

Bob

 

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: IFF1418 on February 14, 2014, 05:38:10 PM

Hi Bob,

Magnificent pictures, a very nice setup, which makes the plane even more alive. Many congratulations again for this wonderful build. Extremely well done!

Kind regards
Patrick

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: Des on February 14, 2014, 05:45:58 PM

Very nicely done Bob, the figures add a lot of realism to the scene and gives a real sense of meaning, congratulations on a magnificent build.

Des.

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: Ernie on February 14, 2014, 08:24:17 PM

That's just super, Bob!  Wonderful model, great scene...what's not to like?
Well done!  I'm already looking forward to your next project. :)

Cheers,
Ernie :)

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: rhallinger on February 14, 2014, 10:20:46 PM

Thanks guys!  I was playng around with the Photobucket editor function, and came up with this one:

(http://i1287.photobucket.com/albums/a632/rhallinger/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20HOME-PC/384c78fd-2d5e-4a90-a93d-89dfe6952d73_zpsc6aeff51.jpg) (http://s1287.photobucket.com/user/rhallinger/media/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20HOME-PC/384c78fd-2d5e-4a90-a93d-89dfe6952d73_zpsc6aeff51.jpg.html)

I sort of like the ability to create period images.  :)

Cheers,

Bob

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: bobs_buckles on February 15, 2014, 02:25:36 AM

Love the scene, Bob  ;)
Well done!

vB

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: lcarroll on February 15, 2014, 02:34:00 AM

Makes the Camel look even better, Bob. Lovely work and great photography (the "period' photos are very nice); a fitting setting for the beautiful Model you completed. What's next on the bench?
Cheers,
Lance

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: coyotemagic on February 15, 2014, 02:45:14 AM

Spectacular Camel set in an outstanding vignette, Bob!  Beautifully done.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: LindsayT on February 15, 2014, 03:08:04 AM

Beautiful work, Bob! The mechanic really brings it to life. Well done.

Lindsay

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: rhallinger on February 15, 2014, 03:09:56 AM

Thanks so much Von Buckle, Lance, Bud and Lindsay! 

Next on the bench is an interesting question, Lance.  It's between the WNW DH-2 and a 1/32 scratchbuilt Sopwith Tabloid.  I'm a bit undecided at the moment, but popular opinion around here seems to be running in favor of the Tabloid.  ;D  It would certainly be appropriate for the centennial year of 2014, and it is a fairly basic design and should not be overly difficult to build from scratch (have I just jinxed myself?!).  :o  What do you guys think (BvB has already put in his tuppence  ;) )? 

Cheers,

Bob

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: coyotemagic on February 15, 2014, 03:18:59 AM

The Tabloid gets my vote, as well, Bob.  I have some walk around photos I can send you, if you like.
Cheers,
Bud

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: Nigel Jackson on February 15, 2014, 03:30:19 AM

A Tabloid would indeed be wonderful, if you decided to go that way.

Best wishes
Nigel

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: RAGIII on February 15, 2014, 06:09:08 AM

First your Camel Vignette has turned out Great! You have achieved terrific results utilizing that difficult kit. The figures add to the overall work! Next, The Tabloid gets my vote  8)
RAGIII

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: lcarroll on February 15, 2014, 07:50:29 AM

Bob,
    Don't think we've seen a Tabloid here to date............................ ;) ;), nod, nod!
Cheers,
Lance

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: Ernie on February 15, 2014, 06:43:26 PM

Quote from: lcarroll on February 15, 2014, 07:50:29 AM

Bob,
    Don't think we've seen a Tabloid here to date............................ ;) ;), nod, nod!
Cheers,
Lance

I think so too.  I really like your "period" photos, Bob.  Well done!

Cheers,
Ernie :)

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: IFF1418 on February 15, 2014, 07:42:46 PM

Hi Bob,

I would go for the Tabloid! With your skills it will certainly be wonderful.
I join a few links too of sides were you could at least find a photo of Jan the devil. Maybe not so interesting but maybe have a quick look.

Kind regards
Patrick

http://www.belgian-wings.be/webpages/navigator/photos/milltarypics/ww1_precurseurs/personnel_&_equipm/olieslagers.htm

http://www.stampe.be/index.html#

http://stuyfssportverhalen.wordpress.com/tag/jan-olieslagers/

http://www.delcampe.net/page/item/id,249051929,var,jan-olieslagers-constant-de-kinder-eerste-wereldoorlog-piloot-motard-wielrenner-buitenste-blad-schade-binnen-perfect,language,D.html

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: -Sören- on February 23, 2014, 08:36:33 PM

Very well done!

Title: Re: "The Devil of Antwerp": Jan Olieslagers's Sopwith Camel, 1/32
Post by: Royston on April 16, 2014, 06:54:56 AM

Cracking build, well done.
OK, my vote is for the Tabloid.
Reason being I come from a naval background both serving and modelling and have a book with a very interesting picture of a Tabloid carried onboard an Arethusa class cruiser.

I was going to scratchbuild this ship with the Tabloid in 1/350 but have taken the insane route of doing her with a Short sea folder plus a Deperdussin.

Your figures are also nice, plus I like the weed infested field so much better than the standard green carpet that I see at shows
 
Roy