Here you can see the contrast between the course sand and glue panel and the same panel when sculptured with the fine sand.I like to pickup the fine sand between my fingers and thumb and put it on like you were sprinkling icing on a cake.The sand is so fine that it will run out by itself and create its own undulating ,realistic-looking surface.Later this can be emphasized using watery acrylics and pastels for shading.Now, its on to doing a little flora here and there and finally placing all the outside bits and pieces.I will have to keep in mind that nothing can be actually stuck to the walls as all these groundwork panels are to remain removable.If fact the whole diorama can be taken apart down to the original base if necessary.
We are getting there slow but sure,once the outside is completed it will be time to install Jenny and the hangar furniture,most of which has already been built.I am really looking forward to getting back to building an airplane again and the old Ford Model T van .A good winter project!
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It has been said that the difference between a "pilot" and an "aviator" is that a pilot is a technician,and an aviator is an artist in love with flight.
JohnReid (Aviator)
