Painting A Miniature Barn Made From Styrofoam!

My friends, tonight is gonna be great because painting and weathering miniature buildings is so much fun!
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[@jacobakana5649]

“It looks like a Barbie house if Barbie lived in Eastern Europe!” That part took the cake! This looks amazing, I’m very happy you tried something new!

[@mistrimeat]

Her name would be Branislava, though :D

[@jacobhoekman6865]

You know its eastern europe when you live in a village.

[@Strat0Patrick]

@@mistrimeat I would bet that she sholud be named "Nastya"

[@paulrippcord506]

Ken is wearing an Adidas tracksuit.

[@mikeisntreallyhere4272]

You have no idea how much I look forward to hearing "My friends!"

[@jacobhoekman6865]

So true tho

[@93FORDMUSTANG]

Nice to have something to look forward to on fridays right?!!

[@straus_yasya]

How about "hello fellow modellers"?

[@realityinscale19]

exactly the same feeling every week

[@statoilbensin2190]

Mha friends!

[@user-zf4mc5uz1b]

Even unpainted Uncle's miniature barn looks amazing

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

It looked like a medieval house without paint... those grey stone-like bricks and everything 😁

[@hanssmidt12]

Yeah

[@user-zf4mc5uz1b]

@@NightShiftScaleModels couple of knights instead of T29 and voila - diorama is finished)

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

@@user-zf4mc5uz1b or a blacksmith hammering some chest plates 😁

[@andli]

You are such a delight to listen to! Funny, well spoken and smart.

[@jonL88]

“My friends!” Yes you have my utmost attention

[@criscavi19]

Most realistic old barn I ever saw. A lot of work. Thanks for sharing.

[@notreallydavid]

So many colours and layers - but such wonderful, photographic results.

[@charleshenderson9578]

Wife and i have always watched your stuff even the Blooper. We say ready to see uncle night Shift. So yeah Friday for us is the best time . Especially like everyone here say .....MY FRIENDS.

[@thralldumehammer]

The bad part, it actually looks like a new building that someone built , just by the colors of the materials. The real wood, the grey roof looks metallic, the bricks, metal hinges and mortar are also natural colors. I added this part at the end., beautiful!!!!😁😁😁😁

[@travnickis1]

Can't wait to see how many coats of weathering go on the chickens!!

[@wojakcageman8026]

Night Shift: my friends... Me: I have a friend...

[@Brave_Sir_Robin]

Lmao 😂

[@1986fritzthecat]

I know this is a mostly armored model channel and i came here for the tanks. But this is my favorite paint job so far

[@Yourlocaltankgirl8375]

I wait every week for the Night Shift video! You're really good

[@wenyidong8563]

Easiest diorama building tutorial. Finally you motivated me to try this!

[@danrafferty4346]

Microscope slides work great for windows, too. Especially broken windows. Great video, Martin.

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

That broken glass kit is definitely microscope glass. It works like a dream! It's just a bit unpredictable when you're cutting it, but that probably comes down to a proper cutting technique.

[@danrafferty4346]

@@NightShiftScaleModels Nice, I'll have to give it a try.

[@2poor4nick]

The god of modelling has blessed us with another video!

[@dantinhobellini]

It looks amazing!….the best diorama house that I ever seen!!!…..congratulations!!

[@alanrogers7090]

Martin, when you were painting the doors and windows, I had an idea. If you were to pint a base coat, (the original paint when the barn was new), you could then use your "Chipping Technique" to have a newer paint on top, but the old paint showing through in places, especially where hands interact with the doors in the usual places, like around the locks and where the farmer pushes the doors closed. In this way, it would be just like painting a tank where the paint was scuffed by walking on it, etc.

[@tonyharwood8408]

Just watched this much anticipated post and I was not disappointed. Thank you.

[@markfergerson2145]

The more I think about it, the *less* amazing your first building is. No, it wold be amazing for anyone else, really, my point is that you've spent a lifetime learning to actually *look* at things with an artist's eye and reproduce what you see in paint (and other media). The subtle (and where necessary not so subtle) tonal variation in the wood, brick and roof tiles, the moss, the fricking nails in the wood, if any of it was off by the least bit, the whole would fall flat. But it stands up, it looks like a for real barn sometimes creepily so for example at 13:18 where it looks like a giant has decided to touch up a window frame on a normal-sized building. Crossing over from one comfortable range of subjects, like armor, to subjects you don't think you can be comfortable with like figures and buildings, is a whole lot easier with your skill set. It's what all modelers aspire to, and you inspire us. I'm 67 years old but I will still say thank you Uncle Night Shift.

[@SuperiorOverlanding]

"I don't have a PHD in wood physics" needs to be on a shirt 🤣

[@williamaitken7533]

This is SO COOL!!!!!! My history of model painting comes from Warhammer which is generally 100% acrylic. I love seeing all the different techniques and products available and how to use them successful

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Acrylics are so cool though, after all about 80% of all effects here were done with acrylics :)

[@williamaitken7533]

@@NightShiftScaleModels Totally agreed! I'm very happy with the work I've accomplished with them. Mainly my eyes have just been opened now that I'm trying my hand at Gundam painting. Every product has its place :) Wonderful job on your videos. I'm a new viewer but I'm so happy to have your videos as a resource!

[@sebastiangurgul6712]

You skipped mentioning the weeds growing out of the roof tiles on the shed. They really add a sort of life and dimensionality, selling the effect. That wood is stellar as well. Cheers, friend.

[@silverdragontm9548]

„One evening session summed up in less than two minutes.“ Still doesn’t beat „So I spend 70 hours chipping this Tiger.“ 😂💙

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Haha, good times!

[@darkwood777]

You did a wonderful job. Just amazing. I have two small suggestions. First one is that I would darken the areas that are going to be touched a great deal by the farmers. This darkening comes from years of dirty wet hands touching the wood. So darken around the door latches and along the door frames of the entrance side of the doors at the height of hands. If the latches are the type that hang down when unlatched, there should be a semicircular wear mark to show this. The second suggestion is that there should be dirt splatter around the perimeter coming from the ground due to rain. The contrast of the splatter band would be darker after a rain, and lighter after time drying in the sun, but there should be something here around the base of the building to show the accumulation of dirt over the years. Maybe more so on the side with the roof eave where rain runs off.

[@abitoria3310]

just watched a master builder and painter,outstanding

[@Vmssupplies]

Even a building can be a masterpiece! Congratulations Martin!

[@BanzoSan]

If you're thinking of more dioramas, then I highly recommend Laser Creation World. Lots of different and great techniques put on display on that channel.

[@bigeye6606]

okay I have to say, this is maybe even more impressive than the tanks. absolutely amazaballs!

[@Norskolld]

I love your tank videos, but I think this is my favorite ever.

[@nielsferwerda7561]

🤩🤩🤩 OUTSTANDING paintwork !!!!

[@Silver-Lining-Entertainment]

Thank you for your videos. I’m sure I speak for many people when I say this; Life can make you question things, relationships, life decisions. Your videos truly take my mind off of the chaos and uncertainty of this world we all share. Idk how many mile between us, or if we will ever say a word to each other, you’ve helped in ways I can’t explain. From depression/anxiety issues. Your videos give me the break I need. A moment to stop and remember that everything in life is to be cherished, BIG or .. smaLL! I wish the best to you mah friend. Thankyou for the distraction! You spark my modeling side everytime! I wish the best of health

[@markc7002]

When it comes to realism, there is simply no one in your league! Privilege to watch!!

[@inferiorfish5970]

These video's are the highlight of my week, after a week of working, this is like heaven!

[@gusthomas]

Simply stated...it looks amazing!

[@chrisdrake447]

That, Mr Night Shift, is exceptional work ... phew ...

[@mcc9887]

I hardly watch some thing from start to finish but did for this ....Amazing ...

[@CathyWappel]

I really enjoyed watching this, and you're voice is nice to listen to. Thank you.

[@forestghost73]

the finish on the boards is fantastic. Great job

[@mrbeast85]

One thing to bear in mind when painting buildings is the time and place that the building is going to portray. While present day examples generally are fine to use for reference, remember that in many industrialised parts of Europe before the late 20th Century, air quality was often very poor, filled with smog, soot and other (often toxic/carcinogenic) particulates. Most people heated their houses by burning coal and nearly all electric power was provided from coalfired power stations and generators, pumping vast amounts of smoke into the air. Also nearly all rail transport relied on coalfired locomotives and motor vehicles belched out unfiltered leaded petrol or diesel fumes. This coated buildings in layers of dark staining and discolouration from soot, particularly in industrial towns and cities. A good example of this can be found if you search for images of Buckingham Palace in 1945 and compare them to present day images. Today Buckingham Palace in London is a sand/buff coloured stone, but in the 1940s it was a dirty grey colour, with areas of dark staining over most of the exposed stonework. The poor air quality also retarded the growth of mosses and fungus etc on the outside, so the green staining seen on some urban buildings today would not have been there early/mid 20th century.

[@stevemuzak8526]

The best thing that you test different techniques and even post some mistakes etc. I appreciate that. Most KZbinrs won't share any mistakes.

[@fredrikvanlienden6749]

For one who claims to never have done something like this... all I can say is Whoa! The subtle colorvariations on the bricks and rooftiles are top notch! Also I love the name "Slimey Grime"

[@lordzombey1337]

Hi NightShift, thanks for inspiring me to make a building myself, i Made a factory front And a 1946 Diorama is planed :D

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

How many floors does it have? It sounds like a brick-wall heaven 😁

[@lordzombey1337]

@@NightShiftScaleModels sadly only one, i have no good foam like you so i had to use plaster bricks which are unbelivably fragile

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

@@lordzombey1337 I see, finding a good foam can be tricky. It has to be the densest foam you can find. For example, I bought a large slab of Styrodur 2800C the other day and while it looked okay at a first glance, it's too coarse, but it could work with some extra effort. The higher the number, the denser the foam is gonna be.

[@luigiesposito8519]

Man, that’s the best diorama building I’ve ever seen! You are the essence of fast learner! Congrats, from Brazil

[@lesthiele4921]

Good morning Uncle, that was outstanding, well done.

[@androot69]

Quick tip, for the glass matting the back really helps with blocking the view inside. Sexy build. Love it

[@crzyxno]

Those shingles came out amazing

[@jdel2574]

Ah yes, I've been excited for this episode

[@blackphantom99]

Just wow! It looks real man! Thankyou for sharing all your techniques. Stay healthy and happy man ☺️👍

[@gazradford2557]

Brilliant project Love that wood effect.

[@michaelcharles4596]

Simply Fantastic. Inspirational at the least. Looking forward to the diorama.

[@realityinscale19]

you are a master of scale modelling. please make more video like this really outstanding

[@SEAKPhotog]

Terrific work! I was dubious about the black window areas but the addition of the cracked and painted windows took care of any worries. 👍🏻

[@Road.Tripping]

For someone who doesn't do buildings, this has been a great tutorial series showing your thought process and how much fun you have making these videos. Thanks Martin. Love your work!

[@bonniehollingsworth1996]

You may have waited many years to create a building, but your practice at building everything else paid off! Bravo! Excellent use of materials that are not always common. Your painting skills definitely transferred to structures.

[@ducomaritiem7160]

I really appreciate your brick wall painting!

[@user-gg6zg1fn2p]

Let me just say; thank you and you are awesome.👍🏻

[@Maximbaumann]

Still probably my favourite night shift building, it just looks so good, a perfect balance of everything

[@Gundumb_guy]

“Muh friends!” Another great video!

[@ComplexVariables]

Wow ... just wow! Such an enjoyable journey.

[@perrystalsis55]

Absolutely superb! I've spent all morning watching your videos, I've learned so much, thank you! *Gotta get me some Slimy Grime*

[@mahmoodali5043]

WOW ! I had no idea you constructed the barn prop. fantastic job man

[@mickknight7711]

Wow! That looks superb my friend. Don't know how you do it but glad you do.Inspirational

[@woody5109]

Interesting and informative, keep in mind likin only grows on north faces, moss will grow anywhere. Very inspiring video.

[@Youcanbuildmodels]

Absolutely amazing work. Can't wait to see more dioramas and bigger projects going forward. Keep it up Uncle Nightshift!

[@7979phantom]

You make us feel happy and yunger

[@markwilliamson1193]

One word, 'genius'.

[@laurentpaille659]

I have just one thing to say : this is a masterpiece !!! Really it's awsome !

[@broketiergaming]

DANG GREAT HOUSE, looks like a barn

[@timothyhines7845]

Yup made my evening. Have painted military models since I was in grade school. Yeah some of those lovely snap together types that make us cringe now were among the starters. Seeing a "heads up" from Night Shift means popcorn and kick back. Always up for seeing how someone else does it. Most of my painting now is for this or that table top game, but the occasional diorama of "this picture of Grandpa" comes in. Almost all Vietnam era stuff now with around 15 of this or that from Desert Storm or Iraqi/Enduring Freedom. Thanks for the ideas. Have tried a few though still not a fan of oil paints.

[@kuartz.]

Working on an m18 right now and your t29 build is super helpful for the weathering! Thank you!

[@RUSTICW0LF]

Brilliant , I love it. I will defiantly have a go at this . Thanks so much for sharing my friend. 👍🐺👍

[@falkonsrt6000]

Bro that model is amazing, great job

[@syncmaster6834]

I thought it looked good without the paint job but you took it to another level. Look for to next week.

[@ThePigeonmilk]

Love your videos, probably the best modeler on youtube.

[@michelecatozzi6856]

Sei il numero 1 nel mondo in questo momento. Complimenti!!!🖤

[@mpol12]

Whooooo 😮 acrilycs step was awesome

[@milesgerschefske6231]

This video makes me really want to build a model house, I don't need one but this was just beautiful

[@GC_420]

Very nice and meticulous work! I would add a downspout and maybe some ropes or wire hanging on the side of the building. Looks exquisite.

[@montydonnelly2622]

Oh god how I love, “mah frens!”

[@SilencedMi5]

*Please* keep doing buildings like this. I adore the character this adds to dioramas!

[@Rube7361]

You’ve got the skills “Myyyyy Friennnnd”..That seriously is Next level model building. The detail is so convincing and will add a level of realism to the tank that’s going to sit by it. Excellent job! Looking forward to next weeks episode!

[@ada42klm]

As an architect, you did a fabulous job designing the building. The exterior looks amazing with the combination of wood and brick. The roof has a steep pitch proper for Eastern Europe and the elements and the roof tiles graciously fit the space above. Kudos to you mah friend.

[@bobwallace2244]

Absolutely great video and guidance. Thank you. Bob

[@ellesse3862]

That is a work of art, the colour blending in wood work, the bricks, the roof, the decay and dirt, perfect. The material you used for the windows, didnt expect that. There is an old out house in yard at the end of a street I've passed all my life, that building looks so much like your model.

[@ColonelRebScaleModels]

WOW!!! That’s AMAZING realism!!! One would never know it was a scale model and not the real thing. Excellent work!!! Have a great weekend.

[@mikeparr12]

Wow, fantastic, you are truly gifted, i really look forward to all your videos, thanks for sharing yours skills are amazing!

[@lesleyhale8910]

Absolutely wonderful. Very inspiring. Cheers from Chris and Lesley in Australia.

[@Kchildres]

That looks spectacular Martin!

[@readhistory2023]

I'm impressed. Looks great.

[@rrl4245]

Beautiful! You are the master, ma friend.

[@panachevitz]

I just wanted to say thank you for making these videos! I have learned so much from seeing you actually use the techniques as opposed to reading about them in a magazine or book. My dad and I have both had head smack moments when we're said "so that's how you do that!" Keep up the great work!

[@magsainsley7490]

“Living in Eastern Europe has its benefits” absolutely iconic 😊

[@_Panzerkampfwagen_VIII]

Amazing!

[@TheDavidPoole]

That is a masterpiece. You give me something to aspire to. Thanks!

[@franksimonson5469]

Omg bro it looks so good, literally god tier

[@jasemac5391]

Looks amazing my Brother 👍🏻🇦🇺

[@LuisSanchez-fm4bu]

Looks so real!!! Very helpful video.... Great job, like always!!!!

[@TheWilliamRiker]

Sooooooo good. Now I want to build and paint a barn.

[@tipi8340]

Hello from Poland and thank you for your tutorial! 👍