Let's Make A Realistic Old House Facade From Styrofoam!

My friends, a small building facade can become a fun weekend project! Of course, painting a miniature like this takes a little longer than that, but it's extremely fun to work on plain, cracked stucco with all kinds of paints and washes.
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Music: Quincas Moreira - Scratch the Itch - KZbin Audio Library

[@red-se2bx]

Hey Night Shift, I've been waiting for the new upload (so you can actually see this without scrolling thru thousands of messages lol), you've been one hell of an inspiration to me, considering I watched your channel back on the Zimmerit video, and I started making scale armor models since then. You've been a big help in learning the dynamics of bases for me, plus I even took your ideas on armor models to my new 40K Armor models I got in for my Imperial fists army! Just wanted to take the time to say thank you for the BIG inspiration you gave me sir. Keep up the incredible work!

[@larrymanns364]

I am right there with you man, I've been following this channel for a couple of years now and I feel like I am always learning something new.

[@anzaca1]

I'd love to see Night Shift paint a 40k tank!

[@crispijnvansas]

Agreed

[@crispijnvansas]

I hope not a primaris tank tho.

[@red-se2bx]

@@crispijnvansas You'd be relieved, i finished my IF's and I'm working on my necron army lol

[@berrie-badopinions]

After each layer, I think "this is so realistic, what more can he do?" And then you make it look even more realistic. Well done!

[@thebigwolf12350]

Always a good day when Night Shift uploads :D

[@Marie579]

There’s a reason why you have so many positive comments, you really know your stuff and it’s a pleasure to watch you! 👍👍👍

[@Panzermeister36]

Another excellent video, Martin. The cracking on the stucco was unbelievably satisfying to watch you make and also very satisfying in the final result! Cheers

[@BenjWarrant]

Honestly, your ability to mimic the colours and textures of the real world is supernatural. I never get tired of watching you doing something that looks like a huge mistake only for you to incorporate into the realism as easy as pie. Fantastic stuff.

[@blainetoms]

these irl intros in front of beautiful reference spots are such an awesome evolution to the channel

[@brieoshiro]

I love these smaller framed "models". They're so cool looking! I love how you can really hone your skills, try new techniques, and spend more time b/c they're smaller. Great work!

[@KeanesCove]

This had me gripped - layer by layer - a true piece of art lovingly created

[@CWModelling]

The black ink adds some amazing effects.....something I'm going to have to try myself 👍

[@kovacsj7823]

I instantly thougt about some burned building for a diorama.

[@Yves95128]

Hi Martin, You are the best modeller I know, so far, but this is an other level and it belongs in an art gallery, I'm glad that you signed it. Respect to the artist

[@ErzgebirgsMoBaHO]

I love the little 3D pictures. Absolutely fantastic what you have created here again. Thank you for the detailed demonstration. Greetings Tino

[@mikecachioli8838]

The window bricks are amazing.

[@Robosobojobo146471]

Literally watching the first few seconds I was like “is he green screening himself into his project?” Then I just realized how accurate and realistic your work is. You’re amazing holy crap!

[@RobinPortnoff]

Great work, once again! Always an inspiration

[@wellardme]

Jesus Christ you're so bloody talented! Perfect at model building and your English is better than 90% of us Brits!!!

[@loupiscanis9449]

Thank you , Uncle Martin . 🐺 Loupis Canis .

[@timl1481]

Your work is amazing!

[@Boltergeist117]

I don't think this man knows how good he is. Dude, you are one of the best I have ever seen, your subtle style on top of the technique makes some of the best and most unique paintwork. Keep going, I can't wait to see where you're at in ten years!

[@AssWipers]

Your art is ART its beautiful to see you make.

[@ducatisti]

I absolutely love your art and videos. Every time I hear "My Friends!" I smile, knowing I'm in for a great time learning new techniques and being entertained by your commentary. Your first framed diorama video was perfect timing for me because I was working on the brick facade for a Diagon Alley Book Nook, I didn't have any Ancient Ink, but did find some Relatively Old Ink which worked acceptably well. The results weren't up to your skill level, but still miles above anything I'd done before, so THANK YOU!

[@richardstadler1458]

I’ve been hooked on your channel for several years now. Really loving these smaller projects.

[@TEddisonTheEpic]

I have been waiting for a upload for a week now and i love every one you make, could you make a Saint-Chamond diorama to add to your other ww1 tanks.

[@charlesmcmanus4229]

Muh friends. I’ve been looking forward to this!

[@tomatoes3]

Just wow wow and wow .

[@user-gv4pn5vc3j]

Have a nice day! I have been subscribed to your channel for a long time. I have also been doing modeling for a long time. Forgive me for my comment, but I hope you will understand. It's just that my native language is Russian. I am very impressed with your work and have learned a lot from you. I hope that in the future I will be able to observe your works of art! You inspire new creations! Thank you very much!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Beautiful work 👍👍

[@jethroswift7215]

Your builds are amazing. Brilliant. Wow.

[@realityinscale19]

Man!!! You are the best Please forget about any tanks and just make buildings No words can express how good you are

[@jxvolker]

Such an artist!

[@user-jn9ro4qz6v]

Encouraging. These techniques excellent.

[@noqualitydioramas]

Simple way, but incredible result. Just fantastic! Thank you for this video!

[@pedroruizgutierrez68]

I love this facade videos!!

[@shoga7229]

I don’t even model, but I love this channel.

[@MrHrannsi]

Excellent video as always Martin, this is something I have to try one day.

[@chrispiazza7487]

Time for a New York gallery!

[@pascallaval2083]

Bravo, super réaliste. ❤👏👏👏🥰

[@nickdewsnap9859]

I love how you keep coming up with fresh ideas bringing something new to the table. Keep up the amazing work!

[@TheDualTatorz]

The way you traced the brick outline onto the styrofoam and leveled it down was sooooo satisfying. Gosh you make me want to try this stuff

[@woody5109]

Enjoy the narrative, really enhances the experience. Thanks.

[@NotMorganFreeman.]

Really beautiful work and I love your enthusiasm for the craft.

[@veramente3072]

Epic craft!!

[@markfergerson2145]

After the armor diorama, Uncle builds another wall vignette with a figure leaning out of a window.

[@KGmodels]

Looks amazing Uncle Night shift!You are an absolute must watch channel if we are talking model wise,maybe even just a must watch channel even if you aren’t interested in modelling,and your past facades are so inspiring Thanks so much!

[@The_Modeling_Underdog]

Love how you have embraced the full "Nouaillier Experience", Martin.

[@orionslaver432]

Only Night Shift could make urban blight so visually interesting.

[@darrylbond5238]

Stunning work as always. Love your construction, painting and weathering skills and the approachable and guiding way you present them.

[@Maximbaumann]

Best late Christmas present is a nightshift upload. Brilliant work as usual, keep it up. I got into the hobby because of you and you continue to serve as an inspiration for me

[@mikerider1237]

Great job. I love watching these. Looking forward to the next. I'm making dioramas myself now. There big, 1/12 scale figures, structures, and vehicles. I've learn so much from you and I watched other people but love your techniques the best.

[@paulbeckett7517]

Very impressive. Mind blowing finished product. Thank you so much for for sharing your talent with us.

[@WHJeffB]

Outstanding Martin!!! Wonderfully done model. You're a true 3D artist.

[@mpol12]

Simply beautiful. And refreshing between armor buildings 👌

[@alankeith7866]

I hope you're feeling much better Martin!! Always happy to see your amazing art!!!

[@RedHandedDaniel]

dude. this is SO dope.

[@030corpetlouvet]

Thanks for the tutorial.

[@raymondserafin9396]

A lot of good painting tips thanks for all the info. Keep up the good work

[@alisavogt2892]

Wow, the detail is just so amazing and loved the tips of n the painting!

[@ODGColornChrome]

Awesome work!

[@rhokor4985]

Never thought I'd want to make a facade like this - super cool, seems like a great way to work on techniques too! Thanks for your videos, as always.

[@elelcoolbey]

Amazing detail. Well done.

[@rickmorren7524]

thx for this tutorial!! it's amazing!

[@cerisekappes580]

Looks beautiful!!! ❤😊❤ You worked through the disasters perfectly!!! Looking forward to seeing more 😊😊😊

[@Getoffmycloud53]

Simply incredible work!

[@yewhocksoon3489]

Masterclass piece of work. Honoured to watch such video.

[@vladimirfraz1292]

Absolútne úžasné,maestro 💪💪💪💪

[@tonyperez4791]

Another outstanding build Martin! Thank you for sharing. hope you have a great week, Cheers, Tony

[@50043211]

Cool! I somehow come to love these building projects.

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Martin, great job on that diorama. Lots of new skill set development there. Looking forward to your next build.

[@garygenerous8982]

Awesome facade sir. I love all the detail and colours.

[@fotomakr]

Amazing build and really enjoy the video and new techniques.

[@thatotherguy7596]

Excellent! It's always a pleasure Uncle Nightshift 👍

[@jasoncoates1835]

I really love these facades. Great work!

[@em6577]

Fabulous...I am binge watching your videos...I make 1/12 scale dolls house furniture n dioramas. Just started using the high density foam for bricks etc. I am hooked.Thankyou😊

[@Trapanimodel]

Neuvěřitelný! Klobouk dolu❤

[@garyjames1346]

Wow, Uncle Nightshift, you just keep blowing me away. You are next level, thank you for sharing 👍

[@WAYNEMODELBUILDER]

Hi, you are probably sick and tired of hearing this but I've got to say your work is just outstanding, you have an amazing talent 👍

[@donnisdavis2185]

your style and structure is phominal, I am an HO scale train modeler and am really keen on trying some of techniques on this scale, thank you for the inspiration !!!

[@jorgschmidt6457]

I am very impressed again. It looks so realistic what you conjure up.

[@martinfoley5127]

Hi Nightshift, this video,and the last one are great, I mean brilliant tutorial videos, and step by step, to making great dioramas,there are many books on making fronts of buildings, but a tutorial video is even better, keep up the great work, looking forward to your next creation

[@MuskyJaeger19]

Really enjoy how this channel is evolving. I actually enjoy the creation of the buildings more than the models. Models are very awesome as well. Hoping to see either an armored car, half track or even a self propelled artillery vehicle someday.

[@SKmodelbuilding]

Sehr schön und realistisch. Deine Videos sind eine super Motivation für Modellbauer 👌

[@rickjohansson3202]

Some shady mobile game, love you man!

[@gleisbauer25]

I just got some H0 garden sheds (Lasercut) so I can start planing a small garden diorama next to an industrial railroad. Looking forward to build it.

[@Acotl]

Very cool! Great job, thank you for sharing!

[@jovishark]

i really love these projects, complete with the themed openings. your work is so inspiring! your teeny tiny textures and details are like an i-spy book of things to look for. i really love watching these.

[@lizardlink5130]

Looks great as always and I look forward to the next project. Your videos are great inspiration to me as an amateur modeler as you always explain what you're doing and why. Great stuff.

[@harrihalminen2373]

You are my favorite artist. Hope you know you are an amazing creator.

[@zolord75]

Nice work mo friend 🙂

[@chev2500hd1]

that segue from describing your techniques to talking about your offer codes was great. "sell you some shady mobile game" 🤣☠️....your content is still A+ brother. I never miss a video. Also, I kinda really dig your new upload schedule man. Makes me appreciate your work more i feel.

[@michaela3274]

Every time I sit and watch Uncle Night Shift's vids I always learn something new. You really know how to make things come alive and make it look their real-life counterpart. Like an old add said 'Is it live or is it Memorex' 😊

[@johnhill259]

you do such amazing work.. very detailed.. love your channel.

[@ihategoogle2019]

i currently am theorizing that nightshift is currently waiting for a model to ship and in his meantime he is making building facades

[@MiniatureMisfit]

Dude! This looks fantastic, as ever. You've totally nailed the wood and, well, everything else. Happy new year, and I hope this one is a good one for you and yours!

[@stephenbridges2791]

Very nice facade. I have a couple of those clutch style lead holders. A 2mm and a 5.6mm. The larger one is an E+M from your area. I use both of them all the time. Very cool techniques.

[@tuekaae5218]

When using a sponge on a large surface like this one, it's a great idea to rotate the sponge a little with every dab, just gently roll it between your fingers. This way, you don't get repetitive patterns and replicated dots, and as such, makes it more realistic and organic.

[@ThatAussieBloke1]

You're an inspiration mate. I've just got my own place with my own room for modeling and I'm so keen to set up a new desk and jump back into my kits :) thank you

[@xNevikKx]

Can't wait to see the new wood technique on some stowage!

[@manjurian]

simply beautiful👋👋👋 relaxing 30 minutes on Friday evening. Thank you.

[@christophcarle]

Love your videos! It's always so relaxing to see/hear you work🙂 All th best!

[@user-zh3wy3tl7f]

Mate! You are a master of modelling! You really should write a book on yours techniques !