Memories From Childhood | Mongolian Ger Diorama

#ScaleModel #Mongolia #Zvezda
This diorama is a little different than my usual content. I grew up in Mongolia and wanted to build something inspired by that. Mongolia is an amazing country with a beautiful culture and heritage. I’m grateful for the opportunity I had to grow up there.
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Materials:
Zvezda 1:43 UAZ 3909
Plastic Cement amzn.to/3aQ4xPx
Super Glue amzn.to/3hj9Pp7
Hot Glue amzn.to/31YqJnm
Mod Podge amzn.to/3sz4C1W
Styrofoam amzn.to/3kvKbA3
Balsa Wood
Bass Wood
Supplies and Equipment:
X-Acto Z Series amzn.to/3lpHGPW
Safety Glasses amzn.to/3aJ6a1A
Hand Drill/Pin Vice amzn.to/2NrCj6c
Tweezers amzn.to/3iVlUkW
Nippers amzn.to/2CRDx5O
Paint Brushes amzn.to/2LA6dV3
Air Brush amzn.to/3l76wUt
Compressor amzn.to/3hmTBeW
Ruler amzn.to/2QghRTO
Helping Hands amzn.to/3hmEZvV
Hot Glue Gun amzn.to/3jvChVR
Utility Knife amzn.to/3gizOM8
Ryobi Band Saw amzn.to/3bGi5PP
Proxxon Hot Wire Table amzn.to/2YTearG
Paint:
Vallejo Iraqui Sand
Vallejo Mahogany Brown
Vallejo Bright Orange
Vallejo Flat White
Vallejo Light Gray
Vallejo Gloss Black
Vallejo Light Flesh
Citadel Nuln Oil
Citadel Reikland Fleshshade
Krylon Matte Finish
Culture Hustle Black 3.0
Music:
Digital Secrets - Unicorn Heads
FynestLyk - Noir Et Blanc Vie
Away - Patrick Patrikios
Tibetan Mountains - Marcus Bressler
Disclaimer: Some of the actions seen in my videos could cause bodily harm. I am not responsible for anything you do while attempting to recreate what you see me do.
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[@Boylei]

Correction: Mongolia was never officially a part of the Soviet Union. They were only ever a satellite.

[@lestermcgroogster7193]

Thank you for your humility and willingness to correct yourself. You are the goat of the arts

[@Tate8294]

you make the greatest stuff

[@Tate8294]

also what do you do with all of the dioramas

[@boonk_maine9593]

That’s awesome to hear that you are also from Denver Colorado! I love your vids and keep up the great work!

[@howiee240]

Dumb question. Have looked into using fiber optic type lighting for some of those hard to reach places?

[@NorthoftheBorder]

I'm over here printing rugs out on the cheapest paper I can find while you're making beautiful, handcrafted rugs out of fabric and paints.

[@camerontgore]

Both are good 👍

[@AllGoodOutside]

Walter, Man, that Rug really tied the Ger together man!

[@Kdschaak]

When modellers talk about things in real life being 1:1 scale. LOL

[@johncitizen5130]

what else would you refer to it as? full scale? real scale?

[@ninetailsgaming2919]

@@johncitizen5130 how about “When I built actual ger’s”

[@eevilmann30285]

"One time i built a real ger..."

[@StudsonStudio]

Thanks for the story! Currently watching this on a movie theater screen to imagine you building the Ger single-handedly at 1:1 scale. That lattice tape technique was a game changer.

[@goose1168]

Hi Studson, why aren’t there any comments here? Ok bye

[@mitekid]

@@goose1168 no clue

[@TheMrKlump]

A family from Colorado moving to Mongolia for 12 years is like the most random thing I've ever heard, how come you did that? Can you speak mongolian?

[@salkincan7508]

probaly

[@666wurm]

If I had to guess: some religious missionary deal.

[@TeoMaragakis]

@@666wurm It was spies.

[@kennypearson932]

Nice job! Love all the fine detail

[@Riverrockphotos]

@@TeoMaragakis Yes Spies.

[@tigerii10.5cmpog4]

Ayy Hello from Mongolia! Nice to see a great diorama

[@johncho8766]

Another excellent video! Thanks for... wait, you lived in Mongolia for 12 years!? You're going to have to do more than just casually mention that in passing. It deserves its own video.

[@occamsrayzor]

This is truly outstanding, perhaps because it flowed from the heart, and also because it had a tangible feel of reality about it that Star Wars subjects do not. I am possibly the definitive Star Wars/Star Trek geek, but of all the models I have, I swear the one that speaks to me the most is of a London bus. This diorama has that same feel about it to me - wonderful work!

[@frankberry6220]

A very interesting change of pace, and a fascinating memento of what must have been an extraordinary period of your life.

[@earth2becky]

Wow, beautiful! I lived in a traditional Mongolian ger EXACTLY like that one for 2 years in the Rocky Mtns. I had a small Jøtul stove that kept me warm even at -15F. What a cool experience that would have been at 6 years old. Thanks so much for the story and the nostalgia.

[@shauku77]

At first I thought you were kidding with the title. This is really cool to know.

[@daldanus]

For the past year, I have been learning and practicing Mongolian throat singing. Through that time I have also learned a lot about the Mongolian people and their history. It's incredible how little we learn about these ancient nomads. I love it when people make videos shedding light on these ancient traditions. Absolutely love your work!

[@K_I_A_R_T422]

Please listen to The HU

[@daldanus]

@@K_I_A_R_T422 My friend, I listen to them every week 😎 My favourite is Sugaan Essena! I’m a sucker for anything Star Wars, so the fact they made a canon throat singing song for Star Wars is purely incredible.

[@K_I_A_R_T422]

@@daldanus but have ya been at one of their concerts

[@daldanus]

@@K_I_A_R_T422 Sadly I haven’t had the fortune to afford it while they were in Norway. But next year they will be playing here along with Sabaton and I’m saving up for tickets.

[@K_I_A_R_T422]

@@daldanus I went to see the hu on September 17.

[@wallabaatar]

This is...stunning. The connection you have with this diorama, coupled with the amazingly realistic detail made it an emotional thing for me to watch. Thank you for this beautiful and personal piece of art!

[@DANGER__ZONE_]

The Buhanka van is a perfect addition

[@BlackSquadPro]

Thank you so much for sharing that with us! That was incredible. I felt such a sense of nostalgia at the end of the video, and I've never even been to Mongolia. You knocked it out of the park with this one brother, keep up the fantastic work!

[@carrie4910]

This is amazing! I loved all the little memories and tidbits about Mongolia that you shared, i have definitely learnt something new today. What a wonderful little diorama full of ❤️

[@TheColorK]

That van is sweet. Another great build, and I learned things too. What a time to be alive!

[@baphometsvomitcomet2350]

This made me miss Mongolia very much. I lived there for a little while before I came out, and now am scared to go back and having to come out to all my friends there, but this just brought all the good memories flooding back

[@christopherplante3520]

This is honestly one of the most beautiful videos I've ever watched. please never stop creating, it always makes my day to see what you've made!

[@intelligenceinathought2461]

Really cool man! My brother was part of the Peace Corps in Mongolia!

[@Redcoatrebel]

I miss the smell of the Mongolian tugrik. The paper dollars in the USA lack that mutton, sweat and coal smoke scent that was always alluring in my childhood. Good video, really enjoyed it.

[@frankenfaery1583]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Player_36C]

Always good and wise to remember your past... 👍

[@jasonshiers5771]

Again amazing work, that story you told while you built sounded like an amazing experience, thanks for sharing it with me.

[@thegopronomad]

As a personal touch you could put youre old license plate on the van. Very awesome build and story

[@mohidh1954]

This is such a nice diorama. Its different from your normal stuff but I really like it.

[@sargentspursuit8738]

This is wicked...I love when a model becomes a telling of a personal story. I wish I had one from Alaska..but I was way too young. Its also really nice to see a change of style, trying something out of the norm. I can see the skills you learned in SW translated to here; metal dry brushing, environment and a new one like the detail pen the furniture! I love that idea.

[@kenspriggs5687]

I love it! An amazing story brought to life in an incredibly detailed diorama!

[@JasonPope989]

I've deeply enjoyed all your videos so far and this is no exeption, the fact that this project bears a special meaning and brings back memories just adds to it in a special way. Thanks for sharing!

[@tcemedic100]

That was awesome! Thank you for sharing a bit of your childhood experience through a diorama.

[@mistac5050]

Man Caleb this was a great video, one of my favorites yet. Besides the diorama looking completely amazing it was really nice that you shared these personal childhood memories with us. And I learned stuff! The canvas that's wrapping the Ger looks very convincing and very authentic. And what can I say about how you made that lattice work, wow! Love when you drop something different like this, it was a real treat.

[@twistedstix4277]

Wow, I like when KZbinrs make a video that talks about there life. Makes it feel like there more human.

[@scottphillipy9831]

Amazing work as usual. The detail is spot on. Thank you for sharing some of your personal stories.

[@PatrickWaks]

Amazing work! Seeing you scratch build anything is such a treat, and I pick up tips and tricks every time. You are quickly becoming one of my favorite creators!

[@ruebenglab4939]

What a great build! Would love to see more of this type!

[@restock_1731]

Loved the way that you showed all of us a little about your life experience. It sounds like you had some wonderful times. As always, beautiful work.

[@KyleVeatch]

The way you built that structure was great! Thanks for sharing part of your story!

[@-RM-]

This is so cool on so many levels: 1) I love the fact that you were in Mongolia as a child (missionary family?), 2) I love modeling and dioramas, 3) I love 4wd vans!

[@avezan82]

Oh wow! What an amazing childhood. You're so lucky to have these memories.

[@wyattvillalobos4153]

this is so fascinating. ive just recently found your channel and one thing i love is that i like to hear what you talk about whether its culture, history, or worldbuilding. and, of course, you are really skilled in your art.

[@kostasviper]

Very nice, and it was cool hearing you share all that with us.

[@deanupton383]

Dude that’s beautiful and thank you for sharing your story of childhood. You’ve lived an amazing life and am so envious of you. Keep up the amazing work mate.

[@skcrary]

Honestly, this is one of my favorite build of yours! Well done! Thank you for sharing your story with us. It made the build so much more meaningful.

[@Kurdedunaysiri]

Cant get enough of watching you making them. You are a real artist

[@lothean2099]

Wow, that build really took it to a whole other level. A great story from your childhood.

[@TheKaffin8ed]

Beautiful! You make it all look so simple but I know this is some serious skills. Thank you for sharing.

[@bradday]

This is great! I love those vans. What an excellent memory to model!

[@heybabe8438]

What an unusual diorama along with the history lesson , great work .

[@calder3047]

does anyone actually realize that this guy is so talented and brilliant?!?

[@unclestickysstories6887]

Love your videos man,this one felt special to me. Thanks for the story and time you spend. I have been amazed by your skills for some time

[@driftwoodpile]

This was amazing. Thanks for sharing g some of your life with us in an incredible way.

[@worldhistoryminiatureshous9757]

Amazing diorama .The details inside the yurt are incredible .Congratulations for your work .

[@adrianheffernan102]

Beautiful - I just loved the story and what an amazing diorama!

[@miksstudio]

Absolutely awesome and inspiring, learnt some things about Mongolia too. Great job.

[@philRminiatures]

Inspired and creative job, so many details to enjoy...love the interior/exterior views, excellent...and interesting memories! 👍👍

[@CTsan]

Another great and entertaining build! It felt like I was watching and listening to a documentary! Thank you for the slight peak into your past.

[@Shatterpath]

Daaaaaaaaaaang, you made the ger completely by hand! And the detail work on the furnishings!

[@ScottBourke]

Thats an awesome personal build. That lattice method was eye opening. Always love your intricate details also.

[@geraldlaboone9741]

Great video. Great build. Very interested in seeing you do various subjects like this.

[@solarismoon3046]

This is truly one for the books!! I can't believe all the wonderful furnishings and rugs that you took the time to recreate so that everyone could see what life was like for those that lived this way. The detail and weathering are spot on! You, Sir are a true genius!! Thank you so much for your inspiration and for your art.

[@petermerz2704]

Amazing build and great story to go along with it! Must have been tough coming from the States to live off the land like that! Thanks again for sharing your memories!

[@AbandonedMiniatures]

Amazing. Love seeing you do something a bit different! Looks incredible as always 👍

[@josephupchurch7138]

Thank you for sharing that. Always cool to learn about other cultures. 🤘❤

[@MrMagicchrisi]

Beautiful and touching video. Felt like a short trip to Mongolia. Thank you very much!

[@uncletatscreativeshack1702]

Thank you for sharing part of your life!! This was a great build project !!

[@simonnewport3751]

This was great to watch. As you said, it was meaningful for you to make. It's quite clear there's a different kind of care in the process of making this compared to your other work.

[@endofwarmusic]

The country life of Mongolia has always fascinated me. Seems like such a peaceful life. Thank you for the video!

[@RhiandAmanda]

Love the story and the miniature! Perfect combination!

[@dontevenworryaboutit6962]

man that rug really ties the ger together

[@user-tw9jg1wm6l]

Great work and great story! Thanks for the video!

[@roguishowl3915]

Very beautiful diorama, and lovely story behind it. Thank you for sharing.

[@lukenoble3319]

Awesome diorama, been looking at one of those van kits for ages so you may have just persuaded me to get it! I'd love to see a video on how you start off your creative process by choosing a topic to model and how you plan it out as well.

[@kinsmansteve]

I so enjoyed this build. This had such a personal, meaningful vibe, it was a joy to watch.

[@btkhshgz4509]

Brilliant. Since this video came out, I’m in love with this channel. It became my weekly basis. And I watched this specific one for several times now. I really dig your journey cus I’m Mongolian. At last, thanks for this beautiful video. Hoping to see more like this 🙌🏼 ❤️

[@christopherreyes4030]

That is amazing. Watching you recreate a memory of yours. And seeing the little detail you put into it 🥺😱 And using things that didn't come with the kit is brilliant. I've never would've thought of making a lattice that way you did

[@nicktwolf]

Just recently found out about your channel and am enjoying it. The fact that you have a personal tie to the diorama makes it really worth it, sadly not to many people have one. I do wish Zvezda was more available here in the states since they do make some fun kits.

[@edanwallgejw]

This was incredible! Thank you so much we loved this.:)

[@udorechner6846]

Awesome build, the Ger and the Van. The Ger looks wonderful with all the little Details and the furniture.

[@Berserkerworks]

Thanks for the wonderful personal story, and the beautiful diorama

[@euansmith3699]

That was fascinating and informative. The way you made the Ger wall was rather cunning.

[@whiterabbit-wo7hw]

I came across your post and judging by the title I had to stop and drop in. This was very well done and I'm sure brought back a flood of memories. Thank you for sharing this person diorama.

[@jamfjord]

I've been going back through your videos, and though you've created consistently exceptional dioramas and models, there's something extra special about this one - I think it might be my favourite. And that's a tough call with everything else you've created.

[@howie5697]

What a beautiful heart. Thank you for sharing your home. It is beautiful.

[@StonersDotCom]

That was awesome I enjoyed the story time learning about where you grew up I love learning about how and where people grew up also love your videos and watch them every night before I go to bed.

[@ClokworkGremlin]

Something about watching the detail that went into this diorama and the voice talking about the memories that went into it brought back memories I never had of places I've never been, seeing people I've never met doing things I've never done.

[@angrymandalorian8496]

Thank you for this, I’ve been interested in Mongolian music and culture for a while now, since JFO introduced us to the HU band 😁

[@jherazob]

You're totally right, this is a nice change of pace with something most of us have zero contact with even today with global internet, very interesting!

[@manko8852]

I really enjoyed this because my friend's dad is a Kalmyk. I'm sharing this with him. Nice job!

[@poppinfae]

You are so incredibly skilled. Thank you for sharing this.

[@Sickzero]

Nice one! Something completely different this time, but again a beautiful scenery ! And the Buchanka rocks!! A friend had one. Thirsty as hell, but easy to maintain and off-road a blast.

[@jasonesler2716]

Great project and what a wonderful experience! 👍🏻

[@TommyG_0311]

Wow, you went from Denver to Mongolia and back. That's hella cool.

[@petermaggen3303]

top notch all your creations are always a cool thing to see and to look out for

[@Mr.ABartley]

I enjoyed hearing about your life in Mongolia. Cool build.

[@ragozzinehq]

Only found your work a few weeks ago and have been working my way through your backlog of videos. This one is my favorite, which is saying something bc the Imaginary West is so enjoyable to watch come to life. Very cool to do a diorama from your life, and the Ger caught my eye (we honeymooned in a yurt in northern Maine ... in the winter....yeah :) ) Cheers to your work - great creations with a sense of peace from your presentation. Thank you for sharing all this!

[@janicegreen4724]

The diorama is great but the memories of your childhood and the stories about Mongolia were the best. Well done!!

[@maxpalmer3230]

Just really relaxing and chill to watch, it was very informative as well 👍

[@kaikdozer2112]

The car looks very much like the Barkas B 1000 my parents owned (1965). Your video brought back some happy holliday memories for me too!(Netherlands). Thank you.

[@jedifyfe]

How dare you make me learn something while I watch you make cool dioramas!

[@peterjozsef448]

Interesting piece of history of yours!

[@SONICobra]

This turned out awesome and a fun video to watch, thanks for sharing!