The Biggest Diorama I've Ever Built! Watermill in 1/35 Scale

My friends, sometimes you design a diorama around the model, and sometimes you choose a model for the diorama. This was the latter case because a truck loaded with sacks of flour sounded perfect for a large diorama with a water mill. This is definitely the most complex diorama I've done so far, featuring pretty much every texture you can imagine - bricks, rocks, old wood, grass, dry ground, a cobblestone road, figures, and let's not forget the creek made from epoxy resin!
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Music: Quincas Moreira - Scratch the Itch - KZbin Audio Library

[@nazca247]

I only realised recently and i hope you have too but you are a pillar of the modelling community everyone knows you and follows your guides keep it up!

[@bwolfson5763]

Dudes a g

[@gabrielb5387]

Best channel on yt

[@davidholt9557]

Love seeing "muh frens" pop up in the comments on all other things

[@markfergerson2145]

Yes. At least three other modelers have mentioned that they either are doing something they saw Uncle doing or are trying not to do something they saw him do in just the last week. Gotta say that one thing I really like about him is his willingness to not just step but leap out of his comfort zone. Here he is doing figures like he’s been doing it his whole life, building things that aren’t tanks, and building dioramas. Yes Uncle, some of us remember when you said you’d never build a diorama.

[@ChrisSmith-ec6qp]

So true. How many figures and tanks do you think there are out there done copying NightShift techniques? I bet it's a lot. Lol

[@IngoGarza]

You are by FAR my favorite diorama creator on youtube not only for your detailed creation but also because your helpful commentary. Wish you all the best!

[@nazca247]

Can we also acknowledge you are a legend for donating

[@ironspike171]

Dear Uncle. Now everyone sees why you changed your style of releasing videos. Its a VERY long video, but VERY GOOD as well. It soothing, detailed and - most importantly - i never felt you would rush through the topic. And thats what you did back in the day when we had weekly videos. So, dear Martin, thank you. Great video (amazing build too!) and a very own unique style too.

[@user-yd9qm8mz7t]

There's just something so satisfying seeing the diorama come together

[@PatriotPopps77]

100% !

[@daspanzer135]

When the World needs him most he returns!! Looks amazing uncle Night Shift!

[@21EpicFail]

Loving the "in person" cameos you added man! Really makes the video production oddly feel more "professional" somehow. THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU DO.!!!

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Thanks! They were very refreshing, and it's something I'd love to keep adding in future videos as well :)

[@127TROOP]

THE best 50 minutes of modelling I have ever watched……truly incredible work…..for a man who wasn’t sure about going into dioramas back in the day, too arguably the best diorama modeller on this planet……stunning, stunning piece…….👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@bartekstachurski3093]

50 minutes! This will be perfect for tonight, thanks for the upload uncle Night Shift!

[@BladeRunnerC]

I am nearing my sixtieth year and have modelled on and off since I was a young boy. Over the years I gained experience and some of the financial means needed to improve and enrich my modelling pleasure. You Sir are awesome! You are a leonardo da vinci of this wonderful hobby and passion we have all become enslaved to! Thank you 🙏 so much for sharing all your hard work and advice it is hugely appreciated. 🤗

[@KGmodels]

Seeing all of this come together slowly just makes me appreciate the work you Put into all of this.Modelling is a great hobby and you help to make the KZbin community of the Hobby just simply a better płace.Thanks Uncle NS!

[@stelstorm5157]

This model diorama building channel is by far one of the best here on KZbin in my humble opinion. As someone who has been doing this type of work for over forty years I’ve seen everything under the sun in terms of techniques and trends . Products good or bad come and go. Model kits horribly produced or perfectly made are everywhere. True talent and most importantly someone who genuinely enjoys what they are doing always catches my eye. Story telling and fun are paramount in diorama creation. You my friend are excelling in those areas. May your imagination and joy never end…

[@fredrikvanlienden6749]

This is your best one yet! It's been really fun and rewarding to follow your journey in modelling. Thank you, uncle Nightshift!

[@TL_RC]

Amazing craftsmanship as always!

[@HunterJE]

Oh wow the birch catkin bits as ivy leaves is such an inspired choice, love the small natural variation in exact shape and size versus store bought foliage

[@devrolijkerodelaar2063]

i was REALY looking out for this one as a 15 year old modeler you have realy inspired me thx for that

[@kepler240]

The best diorama I've ever seen. The detailed painting really brings it to life.

[@Iceman54D_History]

Night shift ive been watching your videos from pretty much the beginning and I'm amazed to see that they get better every time, every video seems to be an improvement on the last which I didn't think would be possible. It genuinely shows how much care and how much time you put in, the small talks you have added with your tips and reviews are amazing and I hope to see more of them in the future, outstanding work as always mate, thankyou for providing such high quality content.

[@robertrenato]

Amazing work! After You painted the lower cobblestone sections, the "horror-look" was completely gone! It's a very nice and cosy scene!:)

[@michaelhaugaard3111]

Man, you nailed it once again - IN SPADES !!! This is just SO good - ideas, technique and your approach to showing your work. THANKS - you are my go to channel for good advice and inspiration.

[@rolfgall9495]

I really love your attitude! You're always very humble and saying such things like "it wasn't much work" and everybody can see, your work is absolutely perfect and a long way to go! This diorama is absolutely awesome and with insane details. It's telling a very nice story and it was very informative (again) about some of your techniques. One reason more, why I love your work and this channel! Many thanks again!

[@davidschad1472]

AWESOME !!! So much detail, but not overly so You don't get lost, or over look something, but you never aren't seeing something. Your step by step narration & hints are so very appreciated. Learn something everytime I watch, even repeat veiwing. I wish I had your talents. Keep up the great work.

[@SimeonCogswell]

Just absolutely wow. I'm blown away by how good this looks.

[@alfcarlssonmusic]

Thank you for the lovely inspiration, as always!! This was just absolutely incredible

[@italjahcorntrashroller]

Ur not the only one with this level of attention to detail, all modelers have the same problem. Yeah we can reproduce real world exactly in miniature, cool. After uve built thousands, then what ...

[@danbrazil2405]

Always a good day when you post a new video! Thank you for your inspiration!

[@gregorysuddeth581]

Everyone of your Dioramas are awesome and inspiring. The way you describe your techniques is a wonderful way to learn from.

[@rufffinoo]

Extraordinary piece of work. Wow…🙌

[@Tipman2OOO]

Incredible skill. Thanks for sharing.

[@perrycooper7460]

This was a fantastic upload. The diorama was stunning. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@gordonj498]

Thank you My Kovacs for your effort in producing and posting this content - this is modelling on another scale. Your spoken English is impeccable too.

[@plutonium87]

Thanks and have a nice weekend y'all

[@jacobakana5649]

This looks spectacular! There’s always a place for both sides of the diorama coin. Scratchbuilding gives you infinite freedom, but these commercial kits look amazing too. Love it at always, can’t wait for the next one!

[@robertomodelscale-modellis5143]

Stunning. Thanks for all.

[@fuddleduddle7]

Yes please to more episodes, we missed you!

[@stephanmotzek779]

Wow amazing art work . Thank you so much.

[@SMAZVidoes]

Just too good beyond words.

[@personalwatching9312]

Absolutely beautiful and incredible

[@wrathroc]

Top notch. Humor with straight talk. Interesting. Amazing to someone who just rabbit hole here. And has no experience. Very well video. As the others ive hopped through

[@gabrielpelletier60]

Simply beautiful!! I really love that one. Your skills improves a lot in 2023. I remember not so long time ago when you started building your own diorama et painting figurines. Your painting skills are simply out of this world. Thanks for sharing your work. I really appreciate it.

[@jjlpinct]

Such a pleasure watching you work. Thank you for sharing!

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

I bow in the presence of The Master. And your sense of humor is a nice addition. These kind of videos can get somewhat dry just based on the subject itself. A smile once in a while makes it all the better

[@lorriedmussett4692]

My main thought here is....your followers love what you offer in its truest form...meaning we dont count the days and apply pressure for you to produce. A true fan / follower appreciates you in your natural form of creating & sharing WITH YOUR HAPPINESS THRUNOUT being a HUGE reason we watch. #YourHappyWeRHappy

[@matthewroe4838]

So beautiful. Congratulations

[@olly7248]

Absolutely brilliant… bravo‼️

[@50043211]

Looks truly great. I love it how real the red bricks look like.

[@Error-vx2ix]

You are so amazing. Thank you for sharing this. I could watch you create all day.

[@peterjozsef448]

Absolutely stunning work!

[@Geolog66]

What a beautiful roject! Magnificient craftsmanship!

[@rockinghorses]

Amazing, thank you as ever.

[@simonsaysyes3457]

OMG, wow, incredible

[@LuckyRubb3rDucky]

You got me back into modeling, thank you for wonderful inspirations. Love your work!

[@RighteousReverendDynamite]

Holy Cow!!! Tremendous skill and realism. ..and story line of our G.I.s

[@JpBollin97]

Insane amount of work and detail. Always looking forward to the next one.

[@jamesmcauliffe3762]

Fantastic craftsmanship thanks for sharing your tips

[@Steamstudieos0005]

I love all the work you do it is always so cool to watch your projects come together

[@brockbeckstedt6483]

Fantastic, I was well stimulated as for my time not able to build and construct do to others but I hope to once again get back to the art of crafting until then I will stimulate my mind by watching others, praying that I will be able to continue this Fantastic relaxing art form, thanks for sharing your abilities and your love for the best self art outlet! 😊❤

[@markc7002]

You are a true artist, your infinite variety of tones and shades are bordering on supernatural, brilliant!!

[@Sleeper____1472]

Looks beautiful.

[@justinsmith847]

I'm always in awe at how realistic it looks to me sooo awsome

[@thatotherguy7596]

Another one of a kind Uncle Nightshift work of art. Beautiful. 👍 Thanks Martin.

[@TJ-rp5nd]

Always a joy to watch. Thanks.

[@cmichaelanthonyimages2197]

This piece is beautiful. Great work. I love doing diorama work. Have not done one in a long time. What I like more than building it, is photographing one. It adds the life and dimensions to masterpieces such as yours.

[@user-ec7dz2zz3c]

Absolutely beautiful

[@seankearney2592]

Pure Genius....Love it

[@benmancini8599]

Currently building a huge 2 metre by 50cm berlin 1980 diorama using a stack of tips amd advice from your page. Thanks for all the videos! 👏👏👏

[@daffo001]

Outstanding, as always! Genius!

[@danlagor2526]

Definitely worth the wait, look forward to your next masterpiece!

[@lapinjaune7691]

...Wow...just WOW!

[@War-Thunder-Nerd]

amazing diorama, all the details make it look just too good!

[@mattgbarr]

I'm loving these long form videos. Your work is very inspiring to me!

[@chaospunks49]

Great work, as usual!

[@PatriotPopps77]

Your eye for the details is impeccable..those wood beams looked so natural and real..I love all your content and I too enjoy the commentary rather than having nothing but music play as you build..This piece turned out simply amazing

[@timotejdaubner2462]

Neskutočné milujem vašu prácu veľmi vás uznávam a teším sa na ďalšie projekty. Perfektné 🙏🔥

[@fastonediezweite]

Coming home from late shift with some model projects on my bench... and saw THIS. Your videos are always so inspiring and helpful! PS: Talked several times with the shop owner of RT dioramas at model shows - he really is a good fellow. Keep up your great work. Greetings from Germany.

[@BedirhanAlbayrak]

Again perfect diorama!!!

[@adamwagstaff5087]

Your work is truly second to none. I love your channel and your hard work and attention to detail is really inspiring. Thank you for the content you make.

[@denniswoodward578]

Always worth the wait😊

[@TA_Cocagne]

What a so amazing and beautiful work. Many thank to propose such vidéo content with advise and technical sharing 👍

[@user-cq2so7uo6i]

Outstanding work Martin

[@Joel_MERCIER]

Really A M A Z I N G ! I’m speechless 😮

[@cerisekappes580]

What a stunning and beautifully detailed diorama. Love the work that you do 😊😊😊

[@leschapman3268]

Just fantastic!

[@YUNOBF3]

Fantastic work, Uncle Night Shift! It came together so well, with all the extra details.

[@TheBonsaiZone]

I really enjoyed the video and the artwork too!!!

[@jasonbecker4974]

Absolutely stunning sir. Just wonderful.

[@tomtruesdale6901]

What an incredible job you did on that diorama. Very well done Sir. Great life lesson also.

[@andrewsandoz8005]

Your skill is unique and unbelievable. Thanks for sharing.

[@phartm]

Awsome as allways, thank you for this.

[@ayemdismantld]

Fantastic! Enjoy learning from you.

[@littlejimmy2855]

Another great diorama. It was worth the wait. You are such a great artist. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@zeljkos.4966]

Outstanding work! I don't remember when I last time watched so long video from start to the end, but this one is so great.

[@stevehamilton9418]

Beautiful work, well done Martin!

[@__-ub6ck]

i love it you got me into modeling a few months ago and since then ove completed three models keep doing fantastic I love all your work this video was worth the wait!

[@ducatisti]

This is an amazing build. Your painting technique is, as always, superb. I'm working on a book nook right now and really was struggling with copper verdigris, your downspouts are exactly what I needed to make it work!

[@aleenpowell1643]

So beautiful ❤

[@janvolek3040]

Martine, jako vždy nádherná práce a inspirace. Mlýn vypadá skvěle a kolo dává dioramatu fantastický ráz v kontextu relativně rovných hran budovy. Díky moc za sdílení a hodně štěstí v dalších projektech!

[@finlayfraser9952]

Splendid!

[@lovetolay]

Wow wow wow !!! Amazing work,

[@plasticposse768]

Absolutely beautiful, Martin! Really love this! Your wood textures here are a new high, even for you!

[@stephenbridges2791]

Wow. What an effort. Very nicely done.