Figures without bases... (1 Viewer)

[Jakob]

Hallo Gents









As a Diorama maker, I think that the figures without bases are also superb...

BR
Jakob

 

[Guy]

I second that . Figures without bases are the best
guy:smile2:

 

[villagehorse]

No question, diorama's always look more realistic with bases not shown, but mostly I prefer a figure that stands easily which of course generally requires a base to be balanced without effort. For me, the base cannot look like a stand as seen in monuments etc, it must try to blend in with the ground as much as possible and not take away from the figure. Just my preferences. Robin.

 

[Larry Allen]

No question, diorama's always look more realistic with bases not shown, but mostly I prefer a figure that stands easily which of course generally requires a base to be balanced without effort. For me, the base cannot look like a stand as seen in monuments etc, it must try to blend in with the ground as much as possible and not take away from the figure. Just my preferences. Robin.

Of course, I agree with Robin 100%. Who would dare not? {sm4}

I do not keep a diorama up forever. I will take it down and do the next one, as is obvious with my K&C American Revolution story. (Which by the way will resume shortly now that I have my rooms shifted and started to take shape). Removing the bases, generally means that the figure must be affixed to the diorama base or securely attached to some building or vehicle (for example).

That is perfect if the diorama will be permanent.

For large dioramas it is difficult (time wise) to try to hide the bases for each and every figure. The two best techniques are covering the base or hiding the base by putting an object in front of the figure.

For me, the AWI setups are of course easier, since most of the action take place in the woods or fields. But trying to hide the bases of the Japanese Naval figures on the carrier deck is a bit more tricky.

Camera angles also work is some cases.

--- LaRRy

 

[Iron Brigade]

"Jakob":

There are some figures that are siting or whatever and do not need bases. As for the marching and standing figures I try to hide the stands with "grass, "ground cover", etc. I have never tried to detach the figures stands. In any case, photos of a diorama always look better with the bases hidden.

Gary

 

[enricoquinto]

Hi everyone,


I completely agree with all of you. Whenever it's possible, I prefer figures without bases ... Diorama seems much more realistic, don't you think? As in most matters, mates, it's important to have both points of view ... still, it's swings and roundabouts, isn't it? ^&grin


Cheers

Enrico :salute::

P.s. Hi LaRRy, I've enjoyed reading that you sorted out your rooms and ... you get ready for an engine restart.:rolleyes2: I look forward to see again your terrific dioramas!!! I'll never get tired of do it!!!

 

[HistoryfortheAges]

I think manufacturers should look at the possibility of using figure bases similar to the Britains Swoppet range where the bases have plugs and the bottom of the figures have holes so that the figure attaches to the base, seamlessly. This would give collectors the option to use the base that is included with the figure or not. That was a great innovation by Britains at the time.

:salute::

 

[villagehorse]

I have some TCS Romans that have bases with spikes so you can remove the figure. My only problem and it is my problem, the bases are lost in my collection. It's bit like the thrown track option for the 20 TCS vehicles I have, it's like a jigsaw trying to match them back to the correct vehicle. There is a lot to be said about keeping your collection under control. I also have a heap of tank hatches which are allow the hatch to be displayed as opened or closed option. Just too many choices^&grin, Robin.