{"product_id":"model-making-technical-skills-using-everyday-objects-9780719841873","title":"Model Making: Technical Skills Using Everyday Objects","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eModel making can be an expensive hobby, but this book shows how to use everyday materials to create amazing miniature effects while being more mindful of the environment and saving money. It covers general model-making knowledge, tools, equipment, paints, washes and finishes, airbrushing, adhesives, health and safety, and professional model-making practice, with three projects relating to railway modelling, dioramas, and wargaming. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 160 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20 February 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: The Crowood Press Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the art of creating miniature models using a wide array of objects and materials found right in your own home. While model making can be a costly pursuit, requiring investment in various tools, paints, and materials, there are numerous techniques available to overcome these challenges and align yourself with a more sustainable world. This book is designed to cater to students, hobbyists, and professionals alike, showcasing how everyday materials can be utilized to achieve stunning miniature effects while being mindful of the environment and saving money.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, several chapters delve into essential model-making knowledge, covering topics such as tools and equipment, paints, washes and finishes, airbrushing, adhesives, health and safety, and professional model-making practices. The final chapters focus on three captivating projects: railway modeling, dioramas, and wargaming. Each project delves into the concept behind it and explains why specific materials have been chosen, before guiding you through a step-by-step build process to showcase the true impact of these techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo, whether you're a beginner looking to explore the world of model making or a seasoned enthusiast seeking to enhance your skills, this book has everything you need to embark on your creative journey. Unleash your imagination and let your miniature models come to life with the power of everyday materials and innovative techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 452g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 216 x 261 x 14 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780719841873\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jack Pratt","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44123407679738,"sku":"9780719841873","price":13.14,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1679463135049_book.jpg?v=1679676379","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/model-making-technical-skills-using-everyday-objects-9780719841873","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}