Dust And Mud Weathering Broken Down Into Simple Steps (Jagdpanther 314)

My friends, armor weathering is very straightforward for the most part, but things always get very unpredictable when it comes to earth effects. For me, it's the part when I become uncertain about the final result and honestly, quite nervous! So I figured it would be useful to break the process down into a few easy to follow steps.
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[@KJ-kn8pg]

Funnily enough, i have been on vacations to Greece and when i was at the beach, after a good swim , i had nothing to do until i remembered that dried sea ball is very useful for armour modelling. So i took a walk around the beach found and took with me like 20 big sea balls for my models. That was my souvenir from Greece, great vacation. My sea balls are now waiting to be applied to my latest project, the Jagdpanzer, soon ill be painting it with a 3 tone german camo, wish me luck!

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

That's seriously the best souvenir any armor modeler can bring home from vacations! Well, a rusty tank from the sea might be cooler, but now you have enough sea balls for 5+ modeling lifetimes!

[@miamijules2149]

Goodluck!

[@PhuVet]

Funny, I'm sure a lot of people end up thinking of dry Greek balls on their vacation...

[@garyparker2969]

WOWSERZ DRY GREEK SEA BALLS ?? Sounds Like a VERY PAINFUL CONDITION !! 😭😭😭🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@theothertonydutch]

@@NightShiftScaleModels The best souvenir would be going to somewhere in eastern europe and finding a tank in a bog and bringing it home. :P

[@suiciniv1321]

fun fact: the most efficient tank destroyer on ww2 wasn't the jagdpanther, the jagdtiger or even the isu's. It was the italian l3/33 because the enemy would laugh to death when one of those was seen in the battlefield

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

I was expecting a Jagdpanzer IV but you got me. Well played

[@Charles_Bro-son]

Reminds me on the deadly joke the brits yelled at the germans in that Monty Python sketch xD

[@cravinghibiscus7901]

@@NightShiftScaleModels Next build an italian tank? Desert or mountain weathering and quite a different style too. Would nicely widen your catalogue!

[@bodybagwilliams4054]

@@cravinghibiscus7901 Clearly should go back a war, and have a bunch of Italian Arditi yanking some poor Austria-Hungarians out of a tank at knifes edge.

[@Brave_Sir_Robin]

@@Charles_Bro-son Wenn ist das Nunstück git und Slotermeyer? Ja! Beiherhund das Oder die Flipperwaldt gersput!

[@recurvestickerdragon]

For some reason, this is making me crave the extremes of dirtiness: A vehicle that was partially buried/immobilized by debris from a structure (or stuck in a shell crater with soil thrown over by nearby blasts). Then, a civilian gently rinsing the exposed part of it with a garden hose, with tons of wet effects and some surprisingly strong camo that was hidden beneath the dust

[@fonesrphunny7242]

It's been a few years, but I remember a diorama with a BTR-80 being washed. Not 100% on the vehicle though maybe you can still find it.

[@sidwainhouse]

Oil leaks in the engine compartment tend to blow out of the fan Louvre hence the reason for the oil round the fan area. Part of a crews check is to hold a clean piece of light coloured cloth over the fans with the engine running for a few seconds to look for any oil and coolant spots.

[@markfergerson2145]

Such stains around the cooling fans can indicate a recently repaired cooling system that nobody had time to clean up after before being shooed back into battle. Maintenance was often hit-or-miss that way.

[@Sacrilege7294]

You can get the same sort of look from sea ball by twisting and disarming the threads of Sisal yarn. You just need to cut them off with scissors and you get about the same sort of thing as the sea ball, except a bit more thin.

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Another great solution for those of us without sea balls!

[@TheParryGod]

Never ceases to amaze me how you can make a plastic model look so heavy and true to life. Your attention to detail is truly commendable.

[@Panzermeister36]

Daylight savings time got me. I was waiting for your video an hour ago 😢lol

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Happens every year. And now it's dark outside after 4 pm :(

[@Panzermeister36]

@@NightShiftScaleModels Yep....dark as night when I leave for work in the morning, and dark as night when I leave for home. RIP

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

@@Panzermeister36 Feel ya bro, at least I can still enjoy the sunlight thanks to my messed up sleep schedule :D

[@martindunn4545]

Just what I've been waiting for all week, thanks for all the content Martin, Hope your leg is better

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Thank you! I can finally walk! :)

[@martindunn4545]

@@NightShiftScaleModels Glad to hear it ! when I got my plaster off for a broken tibia I needed nearly no re education, I can only hope it'll be the same for you.

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

I have to take things slow and be careful for a few more weeks, but surprisingly the leg didn't get too weak after all those months. Also no limp, so I think walking is the most efficient way of physical rehab! :)

[@rockinghorses]

Brilliant model, amazing video…love how you tell the storey, it’s why you are so watchable. Many thanks.

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Thanks! Every model has a story, right? :)

[@Kageross]

I've seen a lot of masterclass jobs over the past two years, but this person is in the league of his own. This miniature is a work of art: an artistic creation of aesthetic value.

[@bens383]

That moment when you thought he actually drew a black arrow on the top of the model… I need to go to bed 🤦‍♂️

[@syrmalcolm]

Nice vid! Funnily enough, I just this week used that dry earth product for the first time on an SU-152. I struggled with tinting it to the color of either dry earth or damp mud. This, and pretty much all your work, is greatly helpful. Thanks!

[@kampfgruppepeiper501]

This has absolutely been my favorite build of yours! Learned a ton of things about scale modeling. Also your videos are really rewatchable because you have a great personality, and take the time to really explain your process! Thanks Man!

[@annmarieblanc6363]

This isn't just painting models, this is a real work of art! I'm Andy not Annmarie!

[@fontactio]

Hey Night Shift!!! Great video 🤌🤌🤌 im watching you for more than 1.5 years. And I hawe a question/challenge can you do after this panther a small scale airplane or a battleship model?

[@fontactio]

then))

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Thank you! Panther would be the same thing as this one, just with a turret :) But ships and planes are not really my thing, my passion is armor.

[@pietro28h]

Very Pog

[@harlech2]

"MA FRE-ANDS!!!" Words that make my Fridays special. Thanks for the video and humor. Hope your are all healed up from your 'adventure'!!!!

[@rons5438]

I love the effect you achieved the streaks, they really 'pop', you did a great job with them!

[@WillCalwell]

You really need to make a book. I would buy it.

[@pavel_checov]

It looks unbelievable as usual, beautiful tank, beautiful paintjob, beautiful weathering

[@mikail281]

Just finished building a T34 thinking it looked good And then I watched this video 😭

[@markfergerson2145]

No, it's not just you heaving that sigh of relief. Deciding when to stop is always a source of anxiety especially when working from B&W or other iffy references. By contrast I did an X-Wing model duplicating as exactly as possible the dirt and wear seen on screen. That one gave me a sigh of satisfaction.

[@kellenbradford9998]

Do a Sherman firefly in a snow diorama! Like aiming though trees

[@JohnMullerJDGCTRy]

Thanks for another greatly interesting and informative post. Even though I have the post to refer to, I take notes to remind me of the steps you took. Not only has my armor finishing grown tenfold, but my model railroading (HO scale) is taking on a whole new reality. Take care, be safe and have lots of fun modeling.

[@tiaanventer7613]

I would love to see a South african model like the G6 or the Olifant or even Rooikat that is in the SANDF. This is something not alot of people build or show how

[@francisthecooldownroad342]

mindblowing precision work from A great Master in model building.Thank U Night Shift.

[@jimaltergott9326]

This vehicle looks awesome! I am very thankful for your videos Martin, they help so much and give me inspiration to try new techniques and not get discouraged when something doesn't go well. I look forward to the next installment...CHEERS!!!

[@jacobakana5649]

This looks beautiful! I still love the contrast between the zimmerit and oxide primer on the fender. I can not wait to see the future figures and diorama (hopefully the puppy too)!

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Painted the puppy two days ago. Couldn't focus thanks to the cuteness overload :D

[@johnwardle9667]

Just discovered your channel. And I'm really enjoying your work. I remember seeing millions of sea balls that wash up in Sardinia. I don't think the locals realised how useful they were as a modelling material.

[@simonacuthbert1]

Another Friday night, another stunning video and a couple of beers ready to be enjoyed while taking in your creativity. Thanks for sharing your skills and have a good weekend. Thanks, Martin, your videos are a fantastic way to kick off a relaxing couple of days away from the office.

[@americanpatriot2422]

Always an outstanding video and presentation.

[@TeoAnimations]

Bravo Martin, congrats, I really like how's the Jagdpanther is going ;). Wish you luck :)

[@Scorch158]

Make a modern aircraft model next plssss

[@bastelbude4100]

Hello I have a question about your Patreon channel! Are there the videos with German subtitles or only English subtitles? Mega stuff you do here 👍🏻🤘🏻👏🏻 Have a nice evening 🤘🏻

[@berlin_actual]

This looks good!

[@StormofSteelWargaming]

"I'm not very confident with dust techniques." Still produces an amazing model.

[@carloshnunez]

Great job just like the real thing 🔵🔵🔵👍👍👍😀😀😀🔵🔵🔵

[@guntheradamczyk8750]

Wonderful !! Great Job

[@cherry-pop-b2h]

Excelente, fabuloso, aprendí mucho mil gracias totales.

[@mephisto7549]

"Normandy Summer 1945"? Uncle Nightshift spot your mistake! ;D

[@destiny2630]

This is actually incredible, thank you KZbin algorithm!!!!

[@patrickcanter2831]

Ilove this model project the very most. Increxibly impressive and beautid Ful.

[@smokeyjoe4078]

You Sir are a Freak! But a lovely one ;-) Your builds are amazing! Everytime you finish a step i think " Wow can´t look any better" . . . but . . . you do better! xD Lieber Gruß from Germany

[@no1dea261]

dude i just use a sponge and some dark brown paint without a hint of water in it and it looks so realistic and feels realistic.

[@JedenSiedemDwa]

Perfect level of details. ;) All the best for You! ;)

[@marcelwildeboer]

Hey mij favorite model builder you almost hit the 200 k subs…….. And again a great weathering upload 👍

[@XxBloggs]

Another great video. I’ll be copying your techniques!

[@BeetonHoughJunction]

What airbush needles do you use ive started to airbrush my model tanks just wondering what needle is best to use for doing the more finer spraying

[@LONGSHANKS2966]

Hi, all looks the highest standard as always. I’m taking plenty of notes. I have a question though…..where did you get that plastic work vice/stand you use in this video?…. Thanks

[@fontaine717]

For a authentic Normandy/summer 1944 you should put lots of foliage. Most German tank were covered in foliage trying to remain hidden to the allied air power.

[@julienbossert7976]

really good job👌👌👍👍. but aren't the boxes at the back for the feifel filters ? if this is the case, I doubt that the men would have taken the risk of fighting without it, it would have meant the death of the engine

[@MF-og1ct]

Fantastic video and model. Thank you. Any advice on color pallete choice for weathering? I picked up the abtielung armor modelers oil set, so I have been using those and mixing colors at times.

[@pisstachio918]

Martin, why aren't you active anymore in Instagram, i really like your old unfinished model (especially the is-7)

[@jamesmcansh3441]

An amazing job always a thrill to watch your talent. Where did you get the painting base?. I've never seen one on this side of the pond ?. ✌🇨🇦✌

[@franckb8692]

Bonjour Another beautiful vidéo. Very nice work. 🤗

[@jantztim]

Hi there, always love your amazing job, What I am missing is a battle of the bulge king tiger, I know it is a popular tank and subject, but If I see youtube there is no good video or camouflage scheme made buy any, I think if you will make 1 it will be perfect with your skills, would love to see you make 1

[@Collateralcoffee]

First, it still looks like a model. Do not get me wrong, you did an excellent job. It is just intriguing to me that even with that, it still looks like a model. I wonder why. Second, one mistake you made: The cover of the left box at the rear is open. It touches the exhaust. Obviously, it has been open for a while. It should be black from the exhaust. Easy to change. But it would also be an interesting effect on the inside of the box cover, since it got very hot from the exhaust, and that should be visible even on the inside...

[@blackphantom99]

Amazing buddy, can’t wait for the diorama! Stay healthy and happy mate ☺️👍

[@Emtbtoday]

Ak sell seed grass balls I'm a horticulturist by trade I see it alot I the UK but if you can't find it then coco fibre works good for it to and that's very easy to come by. You won't get seedballs soon scientists apparently have discovered its helping trap plastic in the ocean so anything like that with this climate change stuff it'll probably become one them protected thing's! You'll see uncut grass in the park with the flower seeds on the long stalks I picked loads from the park there pretty much the same thing the council left the grass to grow because of covid so I was able to get a massive load of dried seedgrass for this kinda thing AKs us about the 10 bucks for 3 balls

[@brianreddeman951]

Ever added hand, boot print effects on oily, grimy surfaces?

[@Xtragicfever]

As someone that worked on M1A2s, the road wheels always have paint chipping that shows the bear metal. Always.

[@C.Brown5150]

I really appreciate you sharing your tips. And I really enjoyed the video.👍

[@52down]

Even thou I build in 1/72 only, such content drags me into abyss of overthinking and considering quitting building models at all

[@hasyamodels4245]

Hello! Why don't you have any new instagram posts? Or was it abandoned?

[@justinsane3909]

Awesome work! Does anyone know why the hell Tamiya doesn't offer a complete paint set with all their colours??? Don't say it would be too much money. For some of us, there is no such thing.

[@sempthegreat]

What I wish for you to do this year, is a Panzer IV H, with sideskirts and all. It's my favourite tank. ❤️

[@Axiom_Dominus]

Hey hey Mr. Weatherman I think I found a technique that not too many use. In order to reflect even more weather you can have parts of the paint be shiny factory fresh and other areas where it's clear protective coat is worn off you make it look very matte. It looks really cool when you tilt it and see different reflective surfaces. You could do this with 2 different paints or use varnish maybe I don't know but let me know what you come up with!

[@piotrpiskorek3763]

And night shift i have idea: poland 1939 diorama with ibg 1 35 7TP?

[@Xyzabc998]

Excellent work and would be fun to do. Would be interested to see how far you could get just using brushes. Buying and using an airbrush is a while away.

[@buckstarchaser2376]

It doesn't matter if my dog is asleep. She'll wake up and walk out of the room the moment she hears that lightbulb sound at the beginning of the video. Does anyone else have a pet that nopes-the-fuck-out on that sound?

[@skyraider87]

Here's an idea: try to make a diorama of a tank factory. Show like one of the parts of the manufacturing process, like putting on the tracks or final touches at the end of the assembly line. It'd be a cool contrast between the usual combat work and dirty tanks and the fresh new ones straight off the assembly line

[@neilandrews2797]

Hey Martin Brilliant Vid mate Where did you get the painting stand from ? Being able to move a kit in all different directions is a real advantage ? Keep up awesome work

[@sigspearthumb9574]

I know you mainly paint oldish tanks. But if you painted a British scimitar in the Falklands or in the Middle East or even Bosnia that be awesome!

[@LTModels]

I miss the bloopers!! Great job Martin

[@Desertduleler_88]

I'm surprised you put mud and grass over the rear engine cover, those areas were usually kept clean of debris

[@fremlinthegremlin1310]

Your Jagdpanther has 314, making it a QT pi(cutie pie)

[@chrisstorch1337]

I’m always referring to your Vids.. several times. You are the best

[@trevoratchison3904]

Wow it is so easy to do the same to every tank each of us modellers build .Did you gloss coat model before you started weathering. Thanks, love your work

[@Gothmetalhead13]

Great and now I want to start another tank... But I cant with my current blockage of projects

[@heidiheida511]

I would love if you choose a tank from the Warhammer franchise and bring it to real life with your style!

[@elfdrow6679]

weld beads? I just noticed, you didn't made them shiny this time. also the chain and the visors.

[@danilie5002]

"lets make it our little secret and dont tell anyone"

[@lesthiele4921]

Hi Martin, thanks for another great lesson on how to make tanks dirty, take care and keep safe, best regards from Australia.

[@gromit368]

Well, thank god your not going full vegan!!! I met a vegan once... not a very good modeler at all. :-)

[@catheyhughes1437]

What type of painting stand are you using? I would like to get one for my husband.

[@didierdelwiche9072]

Superbe de techniques et de réalisme , bravo exceptionnel.

[@SPSteve]

Very nice, the model looks amazing! I need to make a list because there are always steps like the pencil that I forget.

[@coldnova]

I wonder if you could paint a tank in black and white like an old photo while still keeping visual interest.

[@vehicularMCS]

Man, I would love to see you paint some really small scale models. Maybe 15mm Flames of War tanks? Or 40K Imperial Guard stuff. I'm curious how you would choose to handle the tiny details on something like that.

[@alexandreheidelberger6789]

Big respect i like your models so mutch i love to watch this channal is very nice to see this reality in the models big big respect

[@Modkits131]

Heeeyy, it’s my first time being this early to an Uncle Nightshift video.

[@jonk5883]

What do you mount the tank too during the build? Thanks for another great video!

[@christophermiller7600]

i paint tonks all war damaged and what not. but i think you are completely insane sir.

[@anselmoasaable]

Thanks for the videos. Im learning a lot with you

[@jacobpanzerdry8985]

Great video love the weathering! Going too do a German flack 88 soon in a ruined red brick building at the battle of Hedgerows or Normandy are something this holiday.

[@simnomad]

You’re right. Your campo airbrush is really bad.

[@the-primered-thumb]

That pose is sublime mate, that's one chunky kitty 😉👌

[@milannereknu4965]

Zdravím Martine.... Perfektní práce, ale jak jinak to může zkončit než takto,při Vašem talentu a profes.nasazeni...Jestli mohu naznačit co bych chtěl od Vás vidět, tak zimní Cromwell nebo něco z Ukrajiny.. A nebo dánský CV90.. Hejkal... Diky

[@graemebrumfitt6668]

Oh Yeah, this build/paint is just freakin AWESOME! Cheers Unc. TFS, GB :)

[@steveoh7465]

Came here for the "Muh Friends" - not disappointed 😂