This is a great Camel! I would be happy if I could achieve such a result with my Camel (Eduard 1/48).
I also like the figure, and both together on the b/w picture!

It looks like you found with this build back to your mojo, and that is the most important thing with hour hobby: have fun with the builds!
I will read through your build report, since I have not yet read all (sorry, had not enough time).
Cheers,
Frank