Creating the Oak Tree

[Kyle]

A few weeks ago I posted about building an oak tree in 1/35 scale. After a few faltering attempts, I've been able to make a bit of progress.

Here is a grand old oak tree near my home in Minnesota, which was my inspiration for this project...

Shaping the trunk and main branches with medium gauge wire...

Applying the household spackle (tetrion in UK), plus first coat

Finished painting

Next step is foliage/ and leaves.... Will post final in a few days.

Thanks for any comments or advice.

Kyle

 

[Major_Goose]

Its going good so far Kyle . What will you do for branching and leaves? have youdecided the materials ?

 

[Jeff]

That is looking really nice. I just found this site with a nice how to on trees. some of his tips on leaves may help in your next step.

Best
Jeff

http://www.barrule.com/workshop/extras%20tree%20making.htm

 

[Roc]

That tree is looking very good so far, looking forward to seeing more.

Cheers
Roc.

 

[Dan Morton]

That looks Great!

All the best,
Dan

 

[Mitchell Ward]

Nice looking tree!

If you want to go the easy route buy a ready made tree then check out this site.

www.sweetwaterscenery.com

They have trees in all scales, sizes and colors. They even have some tree kits that are pretty nice!

-Mitch-

 

[Christos]

Going really good Kyle,
Looking forward to see some leaves on the braches!

 

[MAB]

Hi Kyle
Interesting process good work

MAB