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Here you can read through various articles, tips and tricks I wrote to help me remember what I did. Hopefully these can help you as well.

In this armor build-up I went into a lot of detail in order to make it a tutorial of sorts for Gunpla modelers looking to get into armor modeling. Below are the four main components of this build. Select one to view the techniques within.
Construction
In this section the tank is constructed and modified to add extra detail and fix some artifacts from it's prior RC incarnation.
Painting and Weathering
Here I go step-by-step with priming, painting, masking, filters, washes, discoloration, and pigment effects.
Display Base
and Scenery

The display base is constucted using celluclay, Silflor grass, pigments, and more
1/35 Scale Figures
Here I go step-by-step with painting the accompanying figures and equipment. From camo, to faces. Oils, watercolors, and acrylics are used.

Modeling Techniques »

How to Build Master Grade Models!!! New!
My step-by-step guide to building Master Grade Gundam or any kits.

Conceptualizations »

Colorizing Lineart in Photoshop 7.0
Learn to use Photoshop to plan your next kits paint scheme.

Paints and Coatings »

Airbrushing Basics
My animated flash-tutorial that teaches you how to paint your models with an airbrush.

Custom Clear Colors
Learn to mix your own custom clear colors.

Making and Painting Lenses and Eyes
Spruce up your kits with reflective eyes and lenses

Clear Coats with Future Floor Acrylic
How to mix Future Floor Acrylic with Tamiya Flat Base to achieve various finishes.

Finishes and Detail-Up »

LED Links and Info
Links and info for lighting up your kits!

Faux Wash Using Technical Pens
Using technical pens to achieve a wash-like effect.

Drybrushing with "Rub n' Buff"
Learn how to use this wax-like substance to give a worn look to your metal parts.

Dioramas and Display Bases »

Baking Soda & Corn Starch Clay for Dioramas
This cheap and easy to make clay is great for some diorama bases.

Making a Snowy Diorama
Learn how to make snow from baking soda

Clean-Up »

Formula 409 and Modeling New!
What is 409 and how can it be used with modeling.

Tools »

Taking Pictures With a Mini-Tripod
Learn how to take clear photos with a digital camera with this cheap device.

My Spraybooth (updated 5.23.2005)
How I constructed my spraybooth.