Creating My First Epoxy Resin Water Diorama (1917)

[@nak3dxsnake]

The debris looked very realistic to me. Hearing the pain in his voice as he felt the perfection need to paint it all was understandable as an artist, but it already looked so prime.

[@markl2322]

Didn't it though? I was very impressed by the entire idea that he even thought to INCLUDE it.

[@samturpie1756]

"not too bad for a first try" dude you've gotta stop underselling yourself, This is AMAZING for a first try! I tried making a water diorama with a crashed F4 corsair, which I was fairly happy with, but your first try is leagues ahead of most peoples!!

[@RaveDecoy242]

@@LeoMastroTV ...what? He's an experienced hobby modeller working on his first water diorama. Of course he's gonna do better, despite not creating this exact type of diorama, since he already has mastered all the other steps. Your trust issues are problematic, kid. Get yourself checked or something.

[@sclogse1]

I'd be curious to see this lit by a cloudy day...the resin would also reflect the color of the sky, and I've wanted to see how your figures and builds look in daylight.

[@brianpeck4035]

yeah i was thinking it would be cool to submerse cloud decals or something into the resin.

[@AlbertoDsign]

@@brianpeck4035 Huh, interesting...

[@stutter4064]

the end has cloudy lighting on the piece. while not the exact same, its pretty similar.

[@ThehulkGreen]

My father was a professional model painter for model shop windows during the 80's (AIR FIX MOSTLY), but also made his own robots etc, he was a maser of the art, It was pleasent seeing such skill in the video as it brought back memories and the fact actual talent still exists in this field, I paint very well myself and have thought about getting back into it now I am 43 almost. Great skill my good sir, from the 🇬🇧 uk.....

[@markl2322]

I have the highest respect for people who take the time and effort to produce art that is so exacting, and requires such discipline to accomplish. I have a friend who has that kind of mental capacity, and has put it to use, in my own presence, many times. I was at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts once, and saw an "art piece" that consisted of a plastic stool that is used in most libraries with a box of Kleenex on top. The box was open, and the Kleenex were sticking out of the box... That's it. That was the "piece of art that the Minneapolis Institute of Art" had decided to exhibit on it's floors [that shared the space of such artists as Gustav Courbet, Bartolomeo Passerotti, . Pieter Bruegel the Elder, William Bell Scott, among others]. My own mind is FILLED with artistic ideas, but I have no talent to bring those ideas to life. I am glad you have that ability...GO FOR IT!

[@jbkman]

I know it appears as though resin “creeps” up edges, however, it actually shrinks as it cures which is why it looks like this. The body of resin has shrunk down leaving the edges where is has stuck when in liquid form. Absolutely beautiful piece by the way!

[@raphaele3433]

maybe a combination of both? Because liquids will defenitly creep up certain materials

[@aukula1062]

Wow! I watched more than a few of your builds and I can't compliment you enough on your attitude and the care you show towards your subject matter and the sheer amount of fun you're having with this art. Thank you!

[@lucasner463]

"Sweet dreams, my epoxy child..."

[@timcampbell1830]

Not going to lie, I LOL’d.

[@justancomment4279]

@@timcampbell1830 p

[@shep9231]

Indeed. I laughed!

[@GrandPrixDecals]

Haha

[@megaaggron9778]

@@justancomment4279 🅱️

[@AJ56563]

Bro I thought the thumbnail was a movie Preview💀💀💀

[@NapoleonStarfish]

Same

[@kuartz.]

You are the reason I live for Fridays!!!!

[@user-lw7om1sg1m]

Wow! That's one of the best dioramas I've seen on KZbin fantastic well done!

[@OzScalemodeling]

Its the little bits of detail that make the overall piece have such realistic qualities. Your work is amazing as always. 👍

[@johanmard5043]

Absolutely incredible work-technically, artistically, storytelling-wise. An elegant monument to both human folly and creativity-with time, as always, getting the last word.

[@aristomenis64]

It turned out great in the end! I really enjoyed watching this series, and your work is amazing. But your way of describing your process is equally impressive. Bravo!!!

[@nathanfranklin6451]

Dude I've never built a model or diorama in my life, but I thoroughly enjoy watching you talk us through the process. Lots of nuanced intricacies, it seems. Cool dude!

[@Ricks135scalemodels]

Great work. I've done this with model railroads. You did your research. The points you talked about are spot on. It's easy to do and even easier to mess up. Great work and another amazing project!!

[@barrylucas8679]

Just got back to the internet, been looking forward to the finish of this one. Fantastic, I can hardly believe it. Looks like a color photo.

[@ianstewartbrown5308]

Another fantastic build, enjoyed every moment

[@paulclothier2583]

This is incredible! I have built a big diorama with a hundred naked women swimming and sunbathing around a waterfall, and I used Woodland Scenics water and water effects. Some of it worked well, some not so well. I made the waterfalls from thick strips of water effects and streaks of cotton wool, and they look pretty good, but the plunge pool went a bit cloudy. It basically works, but your water is way better. The water is probably not the first thing you look at on this particular diorama! I tried to show it on KZbin, but I got a three- month ban.

[@homie7783]

Im being honest i don't even see the mistake about it getting cut in half you did a really good job covering it up 👍

[@Kyle_Hubbard]

He seems highly critical of himself just like me, but I can't see it either. We are our own worst critics.

[@FAA-DPE]

That's far more artistic and beautiful than anything on display in the Louvre. If I was born with any sort of talent, I've yet to discover it. And times getting short😂

[@samtheman4234]

Great way for me to end a day of doing art for college, fantastic work!

[@nathanhamilton3857]

Pls don’t fail it and go then go into politics.

[@samtheman4234]

@@nathanhamilton3857 The bad ending

[@MadMart71]

Mesmerising! You have a great gift,it’s called patience! And I wish I had more of it,great job!

[@moyeeto2208]

I am deeply interested in The Great War and I am really happy to see that you made a diorama from that time period. I hope that you will do more WW1 related stuff in the future.

[@maxifisher9571]

I second this. Truly incredible work mate

[@Hacienda_27]

Honestly, your Inspiration is timeless and beyond quality, thank you

[@d_squared6942]

Excellent series and excellent diorama....."Ma Friend." I find your videos to be not only quite informative, but very enjoyable (nay entertaining) to watch. Plus it is inspiring to see someone try something they have never done and come away with such fabulous results. Looking forward to the next one!

[@Garden2ndvariety]

Lack of experience , bloke your models are phenomenal works of art , love'em !

[@Bryan-cs9to]

Brilliant work! I was thinking a oil/fuel slick leaking from the tank hull could also hide the cut hull.

[@AdrianWoodfield]

All your work is great, but I think this is your best so far - certainly as far as dioramas go. It is quite a poignant piece, particularly with the backdrop photo of the shattered trees. Well done Martin 👍🏻

[@BiiskapsLV]

"Sweet dreams my Epoxy child..." is the funniest Night Shift line to date :D Beutiful build NightShift!

[@grahamtaylor6883]

That is a whole new level of genius. Wow.

[@jacobakana5649]

I love the subtle variation on the surface of the resin, it looks great! I appreciate the now classic thumbnail that looks like a colorized historical photo. I am very excited to see what comes next!

[@jeffryan90359]

Have to say... Well done sir! I think you have captured the mood very well. Everything came together seamlessly!

[@Unknownmonkey13]

For future epoxy water dioramas, I think the water on the opposite side of the tank from the wind direction should be more still. Either way it looks phenomenal!

[@LifesLaboratory]

Awesome. In microbiology we do the same thing. We use a flame (typically a Bunsen burner) or hot wire to remove bubbles in agar Petri plates before they set. Looks great!

[@The_Male_Modeller]

Looks absolutely stunning!!! You've inspired me to do a miniature 1/72 equivalent 😁👍🏻

[@stevofoley8158]

Fantastic result. I love to watch your videos because you are not afraid to show mistakes and how you correct them. Plus, you always do it in a humourous way. Keep posting.

[@donaldbest1295]

Absolutely fabulous! Just stumbled upon your video and now subscribed. Thanks for keeping history alive accurately, and in an entertaining manner. Cheers from Barrie, Canada.

[@nickhensel755]

I cannot believe how absolutely amazing your work is! I am a history buff and your videos make me salivate at how accurate they are!!! KEEP IT UP!!!!!!!!!

[@tomiskillz3005]

man looks amazing. i wish i could do something like this

[@petersanders5321]

Sir, you have already mastered the technique. Keep going. Man, you've got the 'weathering' down so pat.

[@DavidHernandez-ez3gd]

Hi Martin, Hope everything is okay.

[@joydivision1976]

Wow that water puddle looks SO impressive. Perfectly executed!

[@wafflyfox7550]

Fantastic job mate! I’ve just tried my first epoxy, don’t exactly want to talk about the end result though 😂

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

leakage or too many bubbles? :(

[@wafflyfox7550]

@@NightShiftScaleModels neither what happened is the resin bent a little 😕 Its fine though

[@michaelnaven213]

That took some real modeling guts to saw the tank in half considering how nice the model is. Your final results were outstanding. Exceptional work!

[@clashwithkeen]

I think it looks absolutely incredible. The only thing I'm curious about is how it would look if the outside black parts were textured and painted to match the dirt/gravel like someone came and extracted the whole thing straight out of the earth. Idk if it would look any better or worse but just a curiosity.

[@banmadabon]

The outside black flanks imho show some "fakeness" where they follow the profile of the little mounds. A simple horizontal edge maybe would have obtained a better outcome. But this is absolutely nitpicking because the diorama is outstanding. Bravo! As we say in my country "I'm making shoes to the gnats" meaning that I'm exceedingly trying to find the hair inside the egg.

[@montigobear]

Most instructive! Your self-critiquing conveys so much more information than if you had just sailed through a narrative of what-worked. Well done, sir. You are a true student of the Craft.

[@Splattle101]

Fantastic effort as usual. I have a question: how would you go about doing that water with rain effects? It would be incredibly atmospheric if you could create the effect of dreary drizzle coming down.

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

It could be done with the Water Gel. Somehow poke the gel, or even "pull" small icicles from it... it might recreate that look pretty well, but it would be EXTREMELY time consuming!

[@stephenledford3808]

wait till the epoxy is starting to cure and use a a needle to poke the water....also wondering if you could use the smallest of airbrush needles and blast thin air to create ripples...I haven't tried that yet.

[@boxofrocks39]

I love the way your diorama turned out and using the tape for the epoxy resin scared the crap put of me because I've never seen it done like that

[@tager_po_1741]

Is he okay ? some patreons have news from him ?

[@Chevsilverado]

He’s been posting on his Patreon a lot, dunno why no video though

[@tager_po_1741]

@@Chevsilverado ok thx mate

[@woody5109]

I’m not a modeller but I’m hooked on these videos, your an artist sir, fantastic work.

[@adamkornacki606]

Night shift where are You ?

[@MSAINT-bn4vj]

Hopefully just on holidays !

[@Da-boginCHICKENNUGGETS]

Looks amazing gives me the chills to think the conditions those brave men dealt with

[@nonamesplease6288]

I showed this to my son. His response? "That's really cool. It looks great! What, did Luke Skywalker crash his tank on the Dagobah System?" Out of the mouths of babes....

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Ask him if I should add a Yoda figure trying to lift the Mk IV :D

[@nonamesplease6288]

That would be AWESOME!!!!!

[@paulmoore5401]

Very nice! I really appreciate your humor and self deprecating attitude. How cool.

[@alexhatfield2987]

Man! I wish KZbin would let me hit the like button 50 times. Ever skilful, ever honest, ever growing and ever entertaining. Respect to you "Ma Friend!"

[@jbuckley2546]

Fascinating. And you're very modest, refreshing.

[@capeavgeek]

This is the first video that got me back into scale modelling after some family drama and it got me hooked on trying to get the best finish possible, I’m still slowly improving and I’m currently doing an Acadamy 1/72 F-86 Sabre

[@CameronSalazar2113]

Amazing work just look super nice and the comentary of your real thoughts made it even more worth the watch.!

[@isisnmagic1812]

There are no mistakes, just learning experiences, great video and loads of tips. Thanks for all your work.

[@YouOnlyIiveTwice]

Or as Bob Ross would say: "There are no mistakes, only happy accidents."

[@waynedaly1718]

Absolutely gorgeous. Your epoxy child is beautiful.

[@ryanbarker5217]

fantastic job. adding the soldier gives it a 'panzer of the lake' vibe.

[@StyxRiverGynoid]

This is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for your honesty about your concerns, admitting where things didn't go as well as you hoped, and how you resolved them. For a first time with epoxy water, I think you knocked it out of the park! BZ from PNW, USA. Got my sub, can't wait to see what you come up with next!

[@fotomakr]

That turned out fabulous. I had to take a second look to realize it was a model on the image on the KZbin main page.

[@Jsuwinski]

Absolutely brilliant, you could wade through it, best I've seen in ages. I can't wait for the next mud hole

[@markanderson3870]

This is amazing, I'm so impressed! Its easily museum quality.

[@shep9231]

"Not bad for a first try" - Dude, you are being way too polite. THis work is downright amazing! Youir passion, your dedication and your knowledge on the topic shows. Considering the level of information that you sank into this video.

[@robkunkel8833]

Double sided tape comes in very handy sometimes. It’s sticky. Love that little Dremel torch.

[@daniellejones5981]

WOW! You're an Artist! This is a 3-D Color Photo brought to life...

[@jondoherty3884]

Excellent job and like the water effect has water is never still the slightest breeze will cause to ripple Thank you for posting the videos on this project

[@jimm3756]

You are a true Master Modeler. This diorama is very well done. The layering and build up truly adds to the realism you were hoping to achieve.

[@srocarg]

congratulations it is true the resin is to be feared in general it never comes out as one thinks but your diorama is really inspiring greetings from Argentina

[@jazzmusician46]

Your work is phenomenal! Please don’t beat yourself up over a few twigs and leaves in the mud. It is so realistic and reminds me of stories my grandfather told me when he served in France in WW1 as a 16 year old from London. I’m sure he would approve of your work. I love what you share. Thank you.

[@ThePereubu1710]

That is a thing of beauty. The thumbnail picture looked particularly excellent.

[@tracybaer181]

Wow. Just wow. You have an incredibly creative mind.

[@mr.wuffles]

The thumbnail made this thing look super real. Amazing job with this Night Shift.

[@bjw4859]

I will never get tired of watching this type of video, well done with this one.

[@coniccinoc]

Magnificent. Amazing talent. Seriously. Absolutely brilliant work. Bravo.

[@ozekiapp1654]

Uncle Kovac... To create depth of field effect on the 1st resin layer, you could paint on it of some puddle spots with a darker tone color randomly before pouring the 2nd layer. Great work, like always!

[@miggasch5421]

This is a very nice Tank…. The old Nites are beautiful

[@Tiger74147]

Simply amazing. I actually liked the darker, wetter debris, but it doesn't matter. This is incredible, what a work of art!

[@stephenjudaysr8915]

Excellent work "my friend", another fantastic diorama. WELL DONE!!

[@thebiggestoneyouveverhad]

Looks amazing. To be able to create your vision is a gift.

[@teddonely1962]

Great job I really like the scene and a super job on weathering on the tank you have an award winner there

[@craigibbetson4063]

Your far to humble.... your work was amazing, great video and thouroughly enjoyed watching.... was also very theraputic for me... great work again and look forward to your next 👍

[@didierdelwiche9072]

Extraordinaire.... sans mot , quel talent . Juste fascinant à regarder dans la réalisation.... et sur le résultat ... Je reste subjugué et impatient d'admirer les prochaines vidéos.......

[@justinhealey2408]

You are a brave man, it paid off too. BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@crtzmo]

EXCELLENT results -- your experiments are basically all successes; that shows your level of material and application knowledge. If I could make a suggestion, and I am sure that you considered this, I believe painting the water sides would give the effect more visual "depth". In its current application, the actual depth of the water can be seen, but the submerged level of the tank suggests that it is far deeper. Just a humble idea. As always, thank you for the series -- more lessons learned!!

[@PENFOLD1962]

Your attention to detail is outstanding.

[@saundersd1962]

That is a work of art ! Even I bet even someone like Leonardo DaVinci would be blown away with you painting skills. This diorama series is a great reference that I’ll watch again

[@Puschit1]

Yeah, when I saw the thumbnail, I said to myself "no way this is a diorama, this HAS to be a photo"

[@justmrcrow]

@@Puschit1 I mean it's still a photo A photo of the diorama

[@johnrudy9404]

Martin, you sir.....knocked it out of the park! None of it was in any way close to bad. The pour on the resin was job one and you did it. Intrinsic value is key. The journey, not so much the destination. But, the destination in this case was top shelf. Keep up the GW! Have fun and thanks for your channel and the work to get it done.

[@rhondajones1313]

You are gifted when it comes to these dioramas. This one is super.

[@metalunic]

if only my first attempts all ended so brilliantly... wonderful work, absolutely brilliant and beautiful to look at

[@angrypossumsx1259]

Your attention to detail is exceptional.

[@RCCanuck]

Dont know how I came across this....but...WOW!! Amazing artistic skills you have Sir.

[@jorgemorfinstoopen]

I admire your work very much. Great inspiration for modellers. Cheers from Mexico!

[@thesavagegummybear7341]

This sort of stuff has always impressed me, the sheer time and effort that goes into every little detail is just amazing, can’t wait to see more

[@andrewstevenson6721]

Absolutely stunning. I wish I had a fraction of your talent.

[@TheBrickBaron]

one of my favorite diaromas I've seen on this channel so far!

[@garylawless3608]

Amazing work as usual Uncle! The realism you have given this project is outstanding. We all look forward to the next one. Cheers from Australia!

[@RuBBeRbOY351]

I honestly love your commentary. Your work is brilliant