what a real diorama should look like (youtube video) (1 Viewer)

[Beaufighter]

Lol no relation but I saw there was a chocolate mousse here. I prefer vanilla over chocolate tho. Nothing personal chocolate

Good stuff my friend! Look forward to seeing your dioramas when time permits and you figure out all of this Forum stuff. I too like the large dioramas but the smaller vignette scenes have caught my eye as of late. There are plenty people willing to help including me. There are also posts on image uploading, etc. on the Forum.

Thanks,
Marc

 

[mikemiller1955]

okay...well...maybe the title is a tad confusing/insulting to some collectors...and when I saw the title "what a real diorama should look like"...yea...it kind of turned me off before I even saw the video...

after reading the comments...I'm sure everyone that shows pictures of their figures on this forum...likes to think they have displayed them in the best light possible...and sometimes it really doesn't take more than one or two props to bring out the best in a figure or a vehicle...

I like to think I make a large effort when I display my figures...but again...sometimes less is better...

I have read all the comments about it being confusing...one battle running into another...and while perhaps it can be viewed that way...we all know that none of can create a battle in full scale...

take it for what it's worth...I think your diorama is fantastic...your collection and the size alone of the display is impressive...your ground work is great...the buildings...the detail to the figure placement...your trees and shrubs...it's very nice...

I especially like the mine sweeper and prisoner vignette areas...

you obviously spent a lot of time and thought into setting this up...

GREAT JOB!!!

 

[Jack]

I really really never want my girl to say to me. "don't worry about it hun less is more" lol[/QUOTE]



I suppose it would depend on what context she said it in!{sm4}{sm4}

 

[Mitch]

Did not take long for the usual rudeness to resurface!!!!! I took exception to the title as it implies rightly or wrongly mine are better than yours. This debate has been quite prevalent in PM recently with many comments from people about what a dio is and what is not.

I think it boils down to what level people are at some, can scratch build and do a lot of work in building scenes for figures and AFV's whilst some cannot do that. Its got nothing to do with lazy or, putting your back into it some, just cannot do it. some post the scenes mentioned as not dio's here a bit of moss and some soil from the gardens etc and, while I agree they are not dio's in the sense we see at shows etc and for sale they are still, people doing things to their ability level.

I have had lots of people comment to me that they are afraid of putting their scenes on show for some to critique and, thats quite sad. we should really be supportive to all who show their sets with accessories and, those who can build good dio's should be a little more accomodating to those who wish they could and do the best they can
Mitch

 

[The Military Workshop]

I agree with the sentiment Mitch expressed.

Certainly the dio in this thread is very impressive and shows a great collection and a lot of work (I noted ''we'' so seems work of more than one). However not all have such a large area to dedicate for a display.

As many have said it is all about fun. Some are more of a modeller than others and others more collectors. Some might do a great battle scene with buildings and rubble etc such as Firebat and Frank do, whereas others might do a simple scene with a bit of humour like Fitzgibbons recent Napoleonic camel scene. I enjoy all of them and hope nobody feels reluctant to post their dios.

Regards
Brett

 

[Jack]

I really enjoy the diorama threads, regardless of whether they have been put together by one of Peter Jackson's special effects crew or one of the many talented amateurs that haunt these pages. In fact, often it is the guys who make a diorama with whatever is at hand that inspire the newbies like me to have a go.

There is often talk about the size and longevity of the hobby and I suspect that we all acknowledge, at some level, that the more people out there buying, the better it is for the rest of us given the influence thereby exerted on the quality and breadth of the various offerings. Support for dioramas is one way of helping this process.

I have just put together my first diorama and though I have waited patiently by my phone for Andy to call and make an offer, it is clear that I best keep my day job. It was, however, an absolute joy to create something and then busily plan the next four or five. I say that as someone who has never, in any way, shape or form, ever built anything. As my ex Australian friends and my ex dealer pointed out on this public forum, my wife offered some help, but it makes her even more supportive of my weekly visits to the toy soldier shop.

So, in short, keep the ‘good dio’, ‘great dio’ and such coming, plus any advice that will help the next one be better!

 

[uksubs]

Did not take long for the usual rudeness to resurface!!!!! I took exception to the title as it implies rightly or wrongly mine are better than yours. This debate has been quite prevalent in PM recently with many comments from people about what a dio is and what is not.

I think it boils down to what level people are at some, can scratch build and do a lot of work in building scenes for figures and AFV's whilst some cannot do that. Its got nothing to do with lazy or, putting your back into it some, just cannot do it. some post the scenes mentioned as not dio's here a bit of moss and some soil from the gardens etc and, while I agree they are not dio's in the sense we see at shows etc and for sale they are still, people doing things to their ability level.

I have had lots of people comment to me that they are afraid oWf putting their scenes on show for some to critiWque and, thats quite sad. we should really be supportive to all who show their sets with accessories and, those who can build good dio's should be a little more accomodating to those who wish they could and do the best they can
Mitch

Well said mate,best part of the forum is people dioramas

 

[The Military Workshop]

Jack,
I thought I told you in the strictest confidence that Wayne set up Weta for Peter Jackson. Lucky I kept quiet that he was also used as the basis for the character Gandalph (or was that Fitzgibbon {sm4}.

Actually Andy does not have your number and I have told him to ask Phil, so stand by that phone (but better stock up on food and drink as could be a while{sm4}.

Regards
Brett

 

[Rob]

Must say I really enjoy seeing everyones K&C pics here on the forum. Some are no doubt scenes, others are display's and then there are dioramas in which people have gone to a lot of trouble to create the scene in front of you. All are welcome here as its a very enjoyable part of collecting K&C.:smile2:

Rob

 

[arnhem44mad]

Honest Criticism^&grin It is huge and there is a lot going on, but it looks a bit cluttered in areas, such as the airfield, still a cool diorama.

 

[PanzerAce1944]

One positive aspect of more collectors posting Diorama pics is it inspires others to at least give it a try at whatever experience level they are at. Also new ideas may come to surface by viewing different displays by all of the various posters here on the forum. Very nice job of getting all of your collection out on display so it can be viewed and enjoyed .

 

[Cyber Field Marshall]

Don't agree with the title however that is one enormous diorama. You've got to respect the time and effort put into this undertaking. Its a very impressive collection and a unique way to display it. I wish I had the time and space to work on something that grand. :redface2: