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Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/08/08 12:30:14


Post by: Viktor von Domm


mate! was quite a bit quiet sadly...but man...150 pages...again... and always filled with awesomeness... onward to the next 150!


Automatically Appended Next Post:
and there i am hopping over to the 151 page...


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/08/09 05:44:13


Post by: inmygravenimage


 Camkierhi wrote:
Thanks folks,

This lot is killing me, but can see a very tiny light.

But in other wonderful news check out this Article by our own inmygravenimage, so chuffed to get a mention.

Geeking Out

Update soon I promise.


Thanks for the mention yourself old son!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/08/12 14:53:18


Post by: Camkierhi


Well...been bit busy and life getting in the way and health messing me about, and struggling to think what I could reasonably post....

OK thanks Vik and Graven, much appreciated.

Going to do a little bit on working with styrene here, mainly how I manipulate the material into irregular shapes.

I was making a batch of old fashioned fire trucks. And so I needed to run off multiples of everything, many complex parts were molded and cast in resin, but some parts are just easier and more accurate to be made in sheet material.

The material I used for some of this was a bulkier styrene sheet at 3mm thickness.

So here are the bulkheads.

You can see I made a wedged shape for the floor and a sheet for the bulkhead itself, on the truck it has a curve to the top.

To achieve the curve I first made a former. (a piece of material that has the shape you need to form.) This has to be made taking into account your material thickness. in this case I used MDF.

The material is clamped in place.

Then we apply heat, for maost of this build I used a heat gun, but I also use a blowtorch (small kitchen variety) a lighter, and a candle. Dependant on the part needed.

These things get very hot, but for these parts you only require approx. 15 seconds of heat to be able to start manipulating.

Then firmly rolling around the bend and then holding in place for it to cool, maybe a minute.


Thinking ahead and doing things in batches is key in a project such as this. These took about 15 minutes to produce the 10 parts I needed. If I was setting up for each one separately it would take much more time.


Here is leaf spring production, needed 40 for this. These I can make easily down to 28mm scale now I have a bit of a system going. The former would need to be made but that does not take long. These ones are 100mm long. And yes when they are all one the vehicle they work just like the real thing.


Another part I needed was a "U" channel, this is the former for it.


And here you can see them, with the front wings and the former for them above.


The heat gun is a cheap £20 DIY store special. The only special equipement I used here are probably the brass clamps. They are not necessary, as you could use any clamp that would fit. But these I love, they are simply brilliant. I got mine Here

And here are a couple pics of the finished work.








Thank you for looking, normal service will resume very shortly after I clear up a bit.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/08/12 15:08:26


Post by: Theophony


You Sir are a mad genius . Amazing work with these pieces, you have truly taken the Ford mass production line theory to a new level.

Hopefully you get a fireman’s hat out this at the very Least.

Please tell me you made a few extra to loot for your Orks.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/08/12 19:34:38


Post by: inmygravenimage


They look truly magnificent. Your leaf springs are most impressive.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/08/13 04:38:31


Post by: Red Harvest


Aberdeen City Fire Brigade... but not this Aberdeen, home to the US Army proving ground and formerly the home of the US Ordnance Museum.. which had some cool stuff.

Fire trucks are indeed magnificent, as 'Graven so eloquently put it. That line up is all kinds of serious fethin' cool. Makes my day to see something like that.

Cam, you do your best work when you are not doing 40k stuff. My humble opinion.

The brass clamps, yeah. I saw Dave had some and I had to get me some too. They are darned useful to have, and they just look classy, eh?


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/08/13 13:07:43


Post by: Meer_Cat


Creating one firetruck was a work of art; building a fleet- all to the same high standard- approaches witchcraft. Transferring the techniques that worked for one and adapting them to work for many is a problem that industry tries to solve all the time, and you've cracked the code.

They look terrific; adding superlatives simply won't help.

Well done.



Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/08/13 15:30:25


Post by: Syro_


Wow amazing work on all the fire trucks Cam! Thanks for sharing your process of how you moved towards the mass production side of all those. It must have taken forever, but boy are they beautiful


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/08/13 19:11:16


Post by: Viktor von Domm


It has been quite a while that you treated us with one of your excellent tutorials! you´ve been the cause...again... for me recently to get me a heat gun myself...which i haven´t used at all yet...

question tho...my heat gun came with two or three different muzzles...(i fully well know that your custom made former is the one you needed...so there is that...) i wonder if you have some of these on your own or that you had to make a former on your own because your gun came without any ...?


also...the trucks all together shiny and painted... that is a sight all on it´s own for sure!!! i hope you get handsomely paid for these...and that you feel proud about your work!!!! artisan is a term you can fully well call yourself with all due honour attached to that name!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/14 23:22:47


Post by: Camkierhi


Sorry for silence folks life kicking the sh@£ out of me. Back soon I hope.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/15 11:29:08


Post by: inmygravenimage


Big love old son.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/15 12:39:33


Post by: Syro_


Sorry to hear that Cam, I was hoping you were just too busy with commissions to post


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/15 17:28:14


Post by: Theophony


Take care brother, we need to find a solution to the “Life” stuff.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/15 17:29:25


Post by: Da Boss


No need to apologise. Life kicks us all in the balls sometimes.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/17 16:09:13


Post by: Gitsplitta


Keeping you in my thoughts Cam. Hang in there.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/18 00:19:09


Post by: Red Harvest


 Camkierhi wrote:
Sorry for silence folks life kicking the sh out of me. Back soon I hope.
It's okay to type in gak, Cam. The forum will *sanitize* it for you. Take the time, and help, you need, and when you're ready, give life a few kicks in return. Turn about is fair play after all. I suggest giving life a swift kick to the danglies, all things considered. Yes, it's fighting dirty, but when has life ever not fought dirty?

Rest, recuperate, and enjoy the well deserved accolades and satisfaction from completing the fire engines. Amazing stuff. Hell, that was well nigh a year's worth of work for almost anyone else, and you completed in it in how long?

Be well, my friend.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/20 20:34:46


Post by: SirDonlad


 Camkierhi wrote:
Sorry for silence folks life kicking the sh@£ out of me. Back soon I hope.

No need to apologise, i'll keep lurking regardless.
Some rest is well deserved judging by the pics you've posted - totally did not expect you to start batch production!

Trying to channel some of that Camkierhi-brand magic painting skill for a bunker and wishing the oni away from your domain, sir!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/30 17:50:13


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all for your wonderful thoughts.

Well folks, I am still buggered at the mo, internet is very limited, and a few other issues have cropped up, I have been working on a few projects but can't upload pics at mo.

Spoilered, only for the brave. Just want to make it a little clearer for some of my best friends here abouts.
Spoiler:

Finances have meant that we have lost internet for a while, hope to sort it later this week but I am really struggling with out it.
Life is very difficult. Depression kicking the living gak out of me. Can't go a week without wishing I was dead.
Brother has lost both legs to diabetes now, that was tough going, he managed to get one of these necrotic bugs that eat your flesh in his remaining leg, so they had to remove it in an emergency op, was touch and go for a bit. Couple long nights for that one.
My step dad, whom I love and cherish very much, has had a scare, he is in his 90's and they are working on the assumption that he is riddled with cancer, still awaiting tests. This one is hard as I am not able to be there, no way I can manage it. Not that I would be any good.

For about 6 months now, if I over do it, I have been having funny turns, you know chest pain, weak as a kitten, can't breath etc. 3 weeks ago I had one of these turns, and ended up a dribbling gakker for half an hour, and my beloved wife rang for an ambulance and I was blue lighted 50 miles into hospital with what appeared to be a heart attack, all the signs where there. Full on. But tests showed nothing going on! Weird! Had another one a few days ago. Hospital again. All the tests again show nothing wrong, in fact my heart and arteries are in great shape, strong as an ox and all clear. So it appears I am now having panic attacks, and my system goes full on shut down on me. The latest one a few days ago was really scary as I was driving at the time with my boys in the car. Now scared to drive. Can't concentrate, feel pretty bloody pathetic as there is really bugger all wrong with me. I really could have done with the heart being the real deal and just ending it all, but now I feel sad and pathetic and cheated.

So yeah life is gak. Without my modelling and the wonderful connection I have on here with you guys my life is really, really crap.

Sorry if this upsets anyone, really not my intent, I wanted to explain to everyone why I have gone silent. Please forgive me.


Back soon I hope, trying and thank you all again for your thoughts, you really have no idea how much they mean to me.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/30 18:22:07


Post by: Theophony


PM sent your way brother. Know we are all here for you and yours.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/30 19:18:19


Post by: Briancj


PM sent.

--Brian



Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/30 19:31:07


Post by: youwashock


What Theo said. Dakka's got your back.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/30 20:37:53


Post by: inmygravenimage


Big love you fantastic bastard. Thinking of you and yours, manly man hugs


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/09/30 21:26:09


Post by: Fifty


Keep looking after yourself. Try to talk to those you love but if you can't, then my recommendation is at least talk to a stranger. I spoke to the Samaritans a few times about 6 or 7 years ago and found it really helped. You can talk to them on the phone or in person, and you don't have to say anything you don't want to. And you don't have to be on the very edge, or anything. You can basically talk to them any time you think you really, really need it. I wasn't suicidal each time I spoke to them, but I was not always that far from it. It gave me the extra strength I needed to keep pushing through the gak each time.

It is one option, anyway.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/01 01:18:11


Post by: Red Harvest


PM sent. I'm here with everyone else. And I'm certain more of us are on the way.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/01 12:57:21


Post by: Gitsplitta


PM sent.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/01 23:03:44


Post by: Meer_Cat


PM sent. Non carborundum illegitimi


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/02 07:00:18


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all. Truly touched folks. Love you guys.

Internet has been restored. Thus I will have some pics up later just to show that I am alive, and hopefully brighten things up here. Off to try and catch up on some of you guys, hope you have been busy.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/03 16:56:39


Post by: Gitsplitta


That's good to hear Cam. Can't wait!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/04 20:07:58


Post by: xXWeaponPrimeXx


 Camkierhi wrote:
Thank you all. Truly touched folks. Love you guys.

Internet has been restored. Thus I will have some pics up later just to show that I am alive, and hopefully brighten things up here. Off to try and catch up on some of you guys, hope you have been busy.


Hope everything keeps looking up Cam.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/04 20:14:44


Post by: Yorkright


Fire trucks look ace Cam! Hoping life gets easier too.
Keep up the hobbying stuff I know it helps me.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/07 03:59:38


Post by: shasolenzabi


Wow! Those are nice looking old school fire trucks! Sorry to hear you are facing health issues


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/09 22:10:25


Post by: Dr H


All the best Cam'. Keep on (fire) trucking.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/13 01:25:09


Post by: oldravenman3025




Those fire engines are amazing. I love 'em.


Keep your head high and stay hard nosed, brother. When you are down, the only direction to go is up. Things will work out for you down the road.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/10/15 18:39:09


Post by: Heretic Tom


Can't wait to see what you make next Cam, your creations are always ultra inspiring.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/11/30 01:20:08


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all, your support here and those who have PM'd me. I have no words to express how much it has meant to me.

Am I back? Maybe. It's still tough going.

I will say sorry in advance here, but more hobby space shots. Bit of a shift around, finally looking like I might be able to play. Still some sorting to do but here you go.








And first on the table is a commission to build a Star Wars, Sand crawler.
Hope to be back soon.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/11/30 01:46:25


Post by: youwashock


Good to see you post. Scratch-built sandcrawler, eh? Bet that will be awesome. Utinni!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/11/30 04:11:22


Post by: Syro_


Great to see you back posting Cam! Hobby space pics are always fun. My favorite is seeing the drawer pulled out and it's absolutely filled with paint
I think we all enjoy seeing how other members of Dakka do their crafting and organize their space. I'm looking forward to seeing the sand crawler.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/11/30 05:52:16


Post by: Yorkright


Welcome back Cam, been missing seeing your work. Can’t wait to see your take on the sandcrawler.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/11/30 08:44:08


Post by: Llamahead


Sand Crawler excellent! I'd really like to see a Jawa inspred army....


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/11/30 11:49:11


Post by: inmygravenimage


Awesome news buddy. Good to have you back like the lovely boomerang you are.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/11/30 14:52:31


Post by: Briancj


It's good to hear from you again!

--B.



Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/02 19:17:00


Post by: Heretic Tom


Awesome news Cam! I can't wait to see the first stages of the Sand Crawler build. Also, I was thinking of you when I painted my most recent mini


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/02 22:27:11


Post by: Red Harvest


What are the microwave and toaster oven for, hobby-wise? (Second photo from top of post) Some new -Fu that we mere noviates cannot begin to comprehend?

Hmm, that's sort of tongue in cheek, but only sort of, because I suspect that you do have a few tricks for them. You have continuously surprised and impressed me with your ingenuity, so I am always prepared to be surprised and impressed when I look in on your blog. I am never disappointed.

Sand Crawler sounds like an excellent project. Classic Star Wars.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/04 01:57:06


Post by: Camkierhi


Thanks folks.

Well Red, I use them for many different things. Recycling and mould making are but some, also used to dry stuff and cure some things.

Ok bit of a quick update.

Did this...


Thoughts are appreciated.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/04 07:46:25


Post by: Warboss_Waaazag


Oh, nice detail boxes. I assume you're going to make molds and casts of these to make your sandcrawler an easier build?


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/04 09:32:47


Post by: inmygravenimage


Really excited to see this. Star Wars is always a win.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/04 17:24:47


Post by: Gitsplitta


Good to have you back my friend. I like seeing your studio... makes me feel less self-deprecating about mine.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/04 17:41:50


Post by: Theophony


Cam said back and I hadn’t been keeping up with my thread reads .

If you’ve been watching The Mandalorian on Disney+ you’ll get plenty of shots with it in action.

Always good to see a workspace get tidied up a bit, I need to do that too and throw out a bunch of stuff in the process. I have a bad habit of saving boxes.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/04 22:01:25


Post by: Red Harvest


Aww, I was hoping the answer was Pop Tarts and heating water for tea. Still, toaster oven as mini drying oven is a good idea.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/04 22:49:13


Post by: Theophony


Vick had on even suggested that I melt CDs in a toaster oven to use to make plastic...I’m not sure if he was being helpful or just saw my music choices and was trying to make the universe better .


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/04 23:36:59


Post by: kestral


Those firetrucks are outstanding!

Sorry to hear about the life struggles - perhaps things will swing up for you soon - I certainly hope so.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/06 08:00:37


Post by: Camkierhi


Thanks folks.

@ Red, funny enough I do heat water, but more for things like GS work or mixing stuff. And the oven is very useful. Was actually originally bought with heat treatment of metal in mind.

@ Theo, not sure on your taste in music, but CD's would be a good source though I would just use them as is. I melt old sprue and milk bottles. Enough cooking and a little pressure and you get nice sheet material. Experimenting with"forming" soon.

Well here is a bit of an update. Did a drawing to get some ideas.


Then decided I needed to make a mock up.




Main reason was to work out width. Thoughts appreciated.

A few things highlighted. And easy enough to sort on the real one soon. Also decided to make the mock up a 40K model once I am done with it. Thinking a super-mega-battle fortress full of goblins, probably converted night gobbos.

Anyway, IRL is still very much gak. Think it is starting to pass, only for another slap in the face, and feet swept away. Enough of that crap though, come here to escape.

Thank you all for stopping by, and your comments mean so much to me.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/06 11:18:45


Post by: inmygravenimage


That's some quality foamcore work there sunshine. I feel you with the IRL pain, and the sanity that dakka provides. It's why I'm churning stuff out atm, because the release valve of hobby cannot be underestimated. Big manly love, brother.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/06 13:27:43


Post by: Syro_


The sand crawler is looking good cam, and I love the idea of the massive battle fortress


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/06 14:48:15


Post by: Yorkright


That is quite the project Cam, though after seeing all the other great things you have come up with it should not surprise me.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/06 15:07:20


Post by: Briancj


Where did you learn to do technical drafting?


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/06 16:49:23


Post by: Theophony


Just needs a baby Yoda and a mud horn , then again everything needs a baby Yoda.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/06 17:24:39


Post by: youwashock


Hmmm...spectacular, yes, hmmm. (Read that like Yoda.)

This has epic written all over it. Hope things in RL smooth out soon.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/08 20:56:34


Post by: shasolenzabi


Cool Sandcrawler project! just watched the Mandalorian, and I was surprised to see the front comes down as a ramp.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/09 01:20:50


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all.

Started on the real deal.




Will get back to you soon. Thank you for the visiting.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/09 02:44:39


Post by: Heretic Tom


Awesome, I'm super excited to see the real thing getting started in earnest but I have to say I'm almost equally excited about the battle fortress full of goblins you mentioned for the mock up


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/09 05:55:51


Post by: Theophony


Great start so far , glad the modeling juices are starting to flow again.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/12 04:36:29


Post by: Camkierhi


Well thank you folks. Much appreciated.

Bit of progress...
Started adding bulkheads, these are the fixed ones.


And started work on the engines...





Thanks for stopping by, thoughts are appreciated. I am still not good, but trying.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/12 05:23:27


Post by: JoshInJapan


The sandcrawler is coming along quite well, and quickly to boot.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/12 11:21:17


Post by: inmygravenimage


Very nice. Is this a New Hope Sandcrawler or a Mandalorian Sandcrawler, btw? I figure the tenty extras on the top of the latter would appeal to your orkiness.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/12 12:52:07


Post by: Theophony


Loving the progress on the engines and the boxing in of the frame.

Keep it up brother, we’re right here with you.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/12 21:59:18


Post by: youwashock


You're not good. You're awesome!

Too much?

But seriously, this place is with you. Love the progress on the 'crawler.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/14 05:15:36


Post by: Syro_


You always make engines look so cool Cam


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/15 01:21:46


Post by: Heretic Tom


I second that Syro_! Cam the engines are looking really cool, can't wait to see more.

I got a Dreadknight for Xmas and one of my first thoughts was "what orky goodness would cam make with this?", thinking of you often mate!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/15 03:46:56


Post by: Gitsplitta


That looks great Cam! Thanks for posting.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/16 01:05:39


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all.
Oh boy is life a struggle right now.

Quick update, more work to the engines.



I know it is a bit rough, but I figure it would be. Not exactly maintained to the highest quality standards.
Thoughts welcome.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/16 04:45:24


Post by: youwashock


Look at all that detail. Amazing job.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/16 07:09:33


Post by: Heretic Tom


They're so complex it's easy to imagine them actually in use, I almost expect them to be functional


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/16 09:31:13


Post by: inmygravenimage


They look awesome. Stay strong, brother.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/16 09:42:22


Post by: Theophony


Great job mirroring the two sides.


Twin CAM engine


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/16 13:15:03


Post by: Gitsplitta


Wonderful work Cam. Those are 100% believable.

Hang in there my friend.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/23 01:23:29


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all. Truly grateful for your thoughts.

Sorry keeping it short, trying though.
Started messing around with the"roof" section of the engines.











Hope you all have a wonderful Christmas. I will no doubt be here. Thoughts appreciated.



Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/23 04:48:26


Post by: youwashock


Yup. You're a genius. Man, this is super cool.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/23 04:52:50


Post by: Theophony


Never cease to wow.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/23 14:24:53


Post by: Viktor von Domm


mate... you´ve been born half a century too late... even tho on the right island tho... they would have hired you...

merry Christmas mate!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/23 23:05:45


Post by: Gitsplitta


Wow! ... really sums it up.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/24 01:12:18


Post by: Captain Brown


Fantastic scratch build Camkierhi.

Cheers,

CB


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/24 04:17:39


Post by: Heretic Tom


This thing is definitely living up to expectations Cam, fantastic work! I hope you have a good Xmas my friend!!!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/24 09:23:49


Post by: Llamahead


Brilliant stuff especially enjoying the glowy lights.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/24 10:52:54


Post by: Syro_


Wow, the paint job on those engines look perfect! I also agree completely with what Vik said.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/24 22:19:14


Post by: inmygravenimage


Utinni indeed! Epic work.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/24 23:43:22


Post by: JoshInJapan


The sand crawler is coming along nicely. I particularly like the rust color on the engines.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/25 01:07:11


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all.

Just popped in to say....

Merry Christmas everyone.

Thank you all for being here. I wish whole heartedly for you to have a wonderful Christmas.


Update later.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/25 07:04:19


Post by: Arakasi


Coming along nicely - and Merry Christmas too!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/25 23:37:07


Post by: Heretic Tom


Merry Christmas Cam!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/26 00:36:13


Post by: Syro_


Merry Christmas Cam!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/26 02:53:59


Post by: Yorkright


Merry Christmas!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/27 01:55:41


Post by: Gitsplitta


Merry Christmas Cam!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/27 07:35:06


Post by: Red Harvest


Merry Christmas, Cam.

Sandcrawler is progressing well.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/27 16:44:39


Post by: Theophony


Now that the Jawas are done helping Santa, they can get back to their dune crawler.

Hope Christmas was a blast, I’m trying to catch up.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/30 12:31:06


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all for the thoughts, and I hope you had a wonderful Christmas.

Well I have been fairly steady over Christmas, in modelling terms. Had pretty much a day off, then back at it a bit and then couple days ago back to normal. (in myself, this is a tough time of year for most, and I try very hard to be positive through it, but that is exhausting in itself.)

So I did get some nice bits for gifts, haven't taken a pic yet, will soon. And I have been plodding away at the Sandcrawler.

So pic dump....


Yes I drybrushed again and will be bringing it back up to that lovely colour you all liked, but this is an attempt to unify the paint.



This side is magnetised so you can see the interior, which I have started in on.












As you can see fair bit of a start on the interior. This is a very difficult area as there is very little in the way of layout or pictures to reference for the interior. I am winging it the only way I know how, basically think about it logically and work out what you have to do in what amount of space and go from there. I have the main conveyor started, happy with the "belt" part but a lot to work out as to actual length and what it does, and for that matter mounting structure for it. Generally some parts are fixed and I am only modelling what you will actually be able to see. Others are "working" parts. The conveyor will static probably, though sat here already have a couple ideas of how to make it work!!! Last shot there is the underside, just starting. Not going to be working on it properly until the upper is a lot further along. But needed the basics in to line up the "vacuum" on the side which I hope to have as extendable. Tons of work still to do and most of this is well beyond the brief, typical of me. Mate did not ask for a detailed interior, but he will get one now.

OK as always your thoughts and critique are most welcome, I am actually looking for as much advice as i can get. A lot of this is artistic license, which I would prefer to be accurate. Hope to get another update later today as I have a few more details which are not pictured here yet, and will sort a prezzy pic. Thanks for looking in.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/30 15:59:57


Post by: Theophony


There might not be much to go on, but since they probably have more than one I figure each dune crawler would be slightly different, so go with what feels right. Exterior detailing is excellent.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/30 20:55:32


Post by: Red Harvest


Yeah, I would expect a great deal of variation on the interiors of something that big, and essentially cobbled together from whatever could be scavenged.

Everything looks top notch.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/30 21:50:14


Post by: inmygravenimage


For interior reference, how about the Lego Star wars trilogy? They had internal sandcrawler levels.

Also, damn cool


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/31 00:44:41


Post by: Viktor von Domm


the panel work is breathtaking! it is instantly recognizable...which in itself should be a good sign for you that you achieved what you set out for!

happy new year soon for you mate! i hope the next yer is kinder for you!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2019/12/31 05:24:11


Post by: Yorkright


Very cool Cam, have to agree with everyone else those panels are ace.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/01 10:22:55


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all.

Happy New Year to everyone, I wish you and your family's a great year ahead.

Much love and hugs.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/02 00:57:30


Post by: youwashock


You, too, Cam. That thing just gets better and better.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/02 10:18:04


Post by: inmygravenimage


2020 is going to be better than 2019. I can feel it in me water.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/05 01:32:49


Post by: Camkierhi


Thanks folks.

Well I better do an update! Been plodding along with the Sandcrawler. Just a couple bits done.

Better have a quick look where I was.....

Ok, so buggered up here a bit. Did a heap of work on the interior and not only will it hardly ever be seen I also forgot to take pictures and it is nearly impossible to get a picture now. Oh well.

Here are some pictures.











So now some pictures, some with flash so colours look off.









And so how she sits...




Well thank you all for looking in, and as always, c&c welcome.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/05 03:09:56


Post by: youwashock


Phenomenal is an understatement.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/05 03:12:31


Post by: Gitsplitta


Very cool Cam. Happy New Year. Let's hope for a great 2020.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/05 04:58:46


Post by: JoshInJapan


Did you figure out how to make the conveyor belt turn?


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/05 12:34:22


Post by: inmygravenimage


Looking most excellent. And btw, how about switching from FB to insta, and auto updating to FB/Twitter? More coverage of your excellence and will catch the attention of the SW fandom.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/05 16:37:33


Post by: Theophony


I feel the need to swallow a dictionary because I don’t have enough words to describe how awesome this is coming along.

The conveyor may not move but the thermal power plant is more than compensating for the energy consumption and is keeping the air conditioner running at peak performance .


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/09 08:16:38


Post by: Camkierhi


Thanks folks. Very much appreciated.

@ Josh, yes but figured it would not really be beneficial. Think I will do it for the track units though. Maybe not motorised but moving, not sure yet, already going a bit far for this, but hey that's how we roll right!

So... made a few minor mods to the plan.

Roof...


And a sliding door on the main body roof....



To be able to see the detailing...


And some lights to better see with...






C&C welcome and indeed encouraged. Thank you so much for your words, and even just looking in.

P.S. Following Gravens advise, I do post a lot of this to FB and have started posting to Instagram


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/09 09:01:00


Post by: inmygravenimage


Sliding door is epic. Well done on joining insta, it's a fantastic showcase for your talent. Whilst I'm not quite au fait with it, it IS - like it or loathe it - a great way to be seen. Last year, I got my access to MCM ComicCon largely off the back of my insta and that was when I wasn't really actively trying to use it.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/09 09:07:49


Post by: LordMcAllister


Wow, this really is most impressive! So many lovely details!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/09 19:03:24


Post by: Captain Brown


Great work on the Sand Crawler Camkierhi.

Cheers,

CB


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 00:48:44


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you folks. Most appreciated.

Well will do a little irl update at the end. On to the Sandcrawler. Putting a face to the beast.


That is a heck of a silhouette.

And working on internal details. Mainly layout.



And a bit of paint being splashed about.



Actually a little further on but no pics. Don't really want to bore you with small progress.
Spoiler:
Life. Well such as it is. It is hard to find words. I don't want to make a thing of it and I know that many of you have been truly amazing. And I will never forget how you have helped me.
Every day I sit down at my work bench and get inspired to do a little more. Your words help with this. I still have to work very hard to get past the darkness. Wishing I was gone, wishing I had never got up. Every day I sit up in bed and the pain hits like a hammer, I take copious amounts of pain relief to no avail. A steady decline throughout the day to the point of not being able to find any peace. Not able to get to sleep until truly exhausted.
Every day I sit down to model and wish I could believe that I could make something out of this. Can't seem to see anything else to do. Afraid to try and have a go because I know I will fail. I always fail. Will be written on my grave, "Brilliant but failed."
I struggle lately to come here. Easier to fire away something quick on FB. Kicking myself for not making time to read your blogs, I want to, just don't know what to do.
I can honestly say I would never wish this gak on anyone. Truly gak.

So thanks for looking in. And please forgive me. I will try harder.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 02:15:36


Post by: JustALittleOrkish


Cam, you do not fail. You are an inspiration.
I know it can be hard. But as someone who visits regularly I can assure you that you are a pinnacle, not a failure.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 02:47:41


Post by: Heretic Tom


Amazing progress my friend. Take it all one day at a time, and don't be sorry, it's what friends are for mate.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 06:05:46


Post by: Theophony


Following you on Facebook as well. I always appreciate your visits and your work. I think the only thing you fail at is seeing how appreciated you are by all of us. We aspire to have a tenth of your talent, failing that we just are grateful for your presence here when you can manage it. I have no idea how bad the pain is, how you continue to push through it and knock out these amazing kits is beyond my understanding. You are truly an amazing person with how creative and skilled you are and I know I’m better off having seen your talents in action here.

I remember when my father was dying and everything else around me was falling apart one of the pastors told me that God gives us only what we can handle. I really wanted to punch him (the pastor...and sometimes God too) in the face and say I can’t handle any more. It took time, lots more than I wanted to invest in it, but things have started to look up. Keep pushing that boulder up the hill, eventually you get to the top. Then you get to roll it down the other side and enjoy the show .


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 06:13:47


Post by: shasolenzabi


That is looking to be another case of awesome!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 06:46:17


Post by: inmygravenimage


It's every kind of awesome, you're a frighteningly talented chap. I understand your struggles all too well, hobby is pretty much the only release valve I have. Don't feel guilty about lurking, just enjoy the view. Whilst the daily grind can be utterly demoralising, just think how weird it is that you can brighten people's day with some bits of cardboard, plastic and paint. That's a real gift, that is.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 06:55:36


Post by: JoshInJapan


The sand crawler is coming along great-- it's going to be quite the centerpiece when it's finished.

There's not much beyond words of encouragement that I can offer from the other side of the world. Your work and your comments really make time spent on Dakka feel well spent.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 07:12:29


Post by: Red Harvest


 inmygravenimage wrote:
It's every kind of awesome, you're a frighteningly talented chap. I understand your struggles all too well, hobby is pretty much the only release valve I have. Don't feel guilty about lurking, just enjoy the view. Whilst the daily grind can be utterly demoralising, just think how weird it is that you can brighten people's day with some bits of cardboard, plastic and paint. That's a real gift, that is.
The bolded part. QFT. Seeing Cam's work posted always brightens my day.

Sandcrawler is amazing work so far. Moi, not surprised.

And, spoilered, because that's how we roll here.
Spoiler:
You mention the pain. Is that the hip injury? Can you get some physical therapy for it? I had PT for my back problem, and believe me, it was such a relief, but it takes work. Worth every second. Have you tried a TENS device? A good one. It is a massive help too. I have found that the more time I spend outdoors, the better my mood/spirits. Maybe you and the Mrs could try daily walks or something?


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 15:10:15


Post by: Kid_Kyoto


Just amazing!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 15:17:22


Post by: xXWeaponPrimeXx


Cam

You are a true genius. The Sandcrawler looks fantastic!

Keep up the amazing work!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 20:16:49


Post by: Ezki


Your work is truly inspiring. Even though I don't post here very often, I keep visiting regurarly. I'm amazed every time. Just magnificent stuff.

It's good to have a hobby you love. It helps keeping all the bad thoughts and things away. A year and a half ago when my father suddenly passed away in a relative young age, I was stunned. To that point, life had not treated me all too well in general, and that was the last straw. I felt like nothing mattered anymore. This hobby, painting and modelling, kept me sane. It helped me to keep going. Hopefully it does the same for you. Keep focusing on the things you love and take it one step at a time.

Looking forward for more of your work!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/15 23:20:27


Post by: Fango


Holy cow, is that a custom scratch build Sand Crawler?!?! That is amazing. Are you using it for Legion? Or just building for fun? Either way, it is epic. Keep up the great work Cam.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/17 02:20:08


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all so very much for your kind and generous words. I truly appreciate it.

Fiddled a bit with control panels.


And did external panelling for nose.


Then sorted the ramp. A hinge embedded in and some magnets to hold.




Lots still to do. C&C welcome.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/17 07:18:02


Post by: inmygravenimage


Looks phenomenal. Are you going to have some broken droid parts scattered around inside?


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/17 07:40:12


Post by: JoshInJapan


Lots of nifty details inside that sand crawler. I assume you cast those in resin?


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/18 16:20:40


Post by: Heretic Tom


Awesome work Cam!!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/19 01:07:08


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you folks.

Struggling, but here you go bit of progress. A little bit of a peak at design process if I am being serious about something.








Thank you all for looking in.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/19 02:48:22


Post by: youwashock


Looking in. Mouth agape in awe. This thing just doesn't stop.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/19 04:55:45


Post by: Theophony


Constantly amazing. Your probably genetically engineering Jawas in your basement right now.

You said this was a commission piece? Whoever it’s for is one lucky SOB( Sister of Battle)


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/19 09:37:59


Post by: Viktor von Domm


this is truly a masterpiece!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/20 03:53:24


Post by: SirDonlad


Some epic work going on here Cam!
The client is going to be chuffed!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/20 04:30:34


Post by: Arakasi


Coming together very nicely. I'm not sure what is more impressive - it, the scale, or your speed.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/21 12:07:33


Post by: Syro_


That's looking iconic Cam I wonder if any movie companies still make scale models rather than all the CGI stuff? You should apply for a job if they do.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/21 18:16:25


Post by: Gitsplitta


Wow... masterful!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/21 22:52:46


Post by: Red Harvest


Nice work on incorporating that hinge. Very well executed.

Also, greebling(?) going very well. What a word, greeble.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/21 23:00:07


Post by: inmygravenimage


Greebling always feels like a Lego modelling term to me. Oddly appropriate here though.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/22 04:52:43


Post by: Yorkright


Awesome Cam! Very lucky client to be getting this masterpiece.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/22 16:34:12


Post by: Dr H


Great work on the 'crawler, Cam'.
Winning all the way Keep it up, we're all behind you.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/28 14:48:04


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all so much, really appreciate your comments.

Sorry been away, not away, away, but not really done much. Taken a moment to gather myself. Have done a little sculpture. Will try get pics up soon.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/01/28 18:05:35


Post by: Gitsplitta


Personal time is very important Cam. Take all you need.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/03 12:33:06


Post by: Warboss_Waaazag


Nice sandcrawler. I really dig the technical drawings you've made. Sings to my industrial designer's heart. I often do similar, but as I mostly make Ork stuff, it tends to look a little less technical and a bit more slapdash. Ah, well.

I'm glad you're taking time for yourself. As others have said, personal time is important and healthy.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/04 00:15:57


Post by: Camkierhi


In an attempt to get back at this, many more thin coats have been applied. Hope this is getting close to the right colouration.

There will be more done on the painting, but for now it has done enough to peek my interest.




Peculiar how the two pics vary, in to seems much the same all the way round.

Thank you for looking.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/04 01:20:18


Post by: Gitsplitta


Beautiful work Cam. You should be proud of that!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/04 02:55:25


Post by: MacPhail


Yeesh, this thing just keeps getting better. I'm completely impressed. The color and texture look fantastic.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/04 03:08:44


Post by: Archer


That Sand Crawler is amazing. Hurry up and finish it already.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/04 06:29:15


Post by: inmygravenimage


Outstanding stuff chief.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/04 14:29:56


Post by: Viktor von Domm


 Camkierhi wrote:
In an attempt to get back at this, many more thin coats have been applied. Hope this is getting close to the right colouration.

There will be more done on the painting, but for now it has done enough to peek my interest.




Peculiar how the two pics vary, in to seems much the same all the way round.

Thank you for looking.

quoting this post for the page flip...

looks amazing!
you´ve reached a new peak with this amount of patience in such a build... i still avoid anything star wars due to the iconic randomness of plate- arangement... i tend to build with a certain kind of order...and thus i would stress myself immensely in this kind of process... my hat´s off to you good sir!!




Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/05 22:10:59


Post by: Theophony


How have you managed in kidnapping all those Disney employees, keeping them working at such a feverish pace and still not been caught?

Great work sir


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/06 07:31:42


Post by: Red Harvest


Bollocks to Disney!

Amazing build. Take your time with it Cam. These things are for enjoyment, no need to rush.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/06 19:07:40


Post by: Captain Brown


It looks fantastic Camkierhi.

Really looks like something that was used with the original models for the movie.

Exalted.

Cheers,

CB


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/16 11:09:36


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you folks. Love the comments.

Well, here I am on the raggedy edge....

Actually got hold of tools yesterday and did something.










So tracks are started, working elsewhere again today, trying desperately to keep life on the rails. More soon I hope.

Thoughts and critique most welcome as always.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/16 13:03:14


Post by: Viktor von Domm


with all the small hints you provides us i am always really glad when i see you posting an update... as this is a sure sign of a proof of life...! which i am looking for quite often...honestly!

also...i see you put love into this work...making tracks this detailed is a work of love!!!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/16 18:39:08


Post by: Gitsplitta


The gears showing through the track-housing... man that's awesome work...

Hang in there Cam.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/16 22:58:04


Post by: Dr H


Great work, Cam'. Looking the part. Dink Dink.

And thanks for popping in on my FB page, appreciate the engagement.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/16 22:58:13


Post by: Meer_Cat


The detail is incredible in its complexity and utterly believable in its function- no suspension of disbelief required. It gets repetitious, but is nevertheless entirely accurate and appropriate, to say that you've upped your own standards Cam, AGAIN. Rock on!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/17 00:37:31


Post by: JoshInJapan


The depth of detail on the track unit is remarkable--I assume you have molds of all the parts? I can't imagine you'd want to make all those gears from scratch.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/17 01:19:31


Post by: Red Harvest


And the fantastic journey continues.

For a moment, I thought that you were setting up those tracks to take a small motor. A RC sandcrawler.

Because you are one of the few who could pull it off. The whole mad skillz thing.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/17 09:41:49


Post by: inmygravenimage


Beautiful job. You should cast them up for sale.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/17 19:44:34


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all, you are far too kind.

On a side note, does anyone have a picture of the rear end of a mark 1 landraider. For some reason no one has ever taken a picture of it.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/18 06:43:09


Post by: Syro_


Keep up the great work Cam I'm looking forward to seeing your continuing progress.
Also, sorry I don't own any land raiders.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/19 07:05:08


Post by: Red Harvest


Well Cam, I have not seen the back end of one of those in over 20 years, when I scratch built one using a real model as a template. However, this guy's thread here on dakka has a rear view, and I can attest that it is pretty much as I remember it. https://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/list/776637.page#10479186 He's added tail pipes that are not 'original' I 'bumped" his thread too. A good necro, this time

Ah, a papercraft version here https://vk.com/photo-28784290_271251768 and/or here http://vk.com/doc-28784290_26359803?hash=5d26dbeb4cd6112db1


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/19 13:11:18


Post by: Briancj


You're doing better than I, Cam. I can't even get the momentum to build or paint.

Things are looking great on that Sandcrawler!

--B.



Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/19 14:26:48


Post by: Gitsplitta


I can take all the pics you need. I own several.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/27 08:43:35


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you folks.

@ Syro, Bud we will have to rectify that.
@ Red, that was brilliant thanks.
@ Gits, If you get a chance please throw me some, either post herre or PM me.
@ Brianj, bud I sincerely hope you are feeling better, I am in a bit of a state these days, so I can understand at least a little. Best wishes sir.


Well, what have I been up to......bugger all. Been working on cars IRL and a few odd jobs. Most of the time is spent procrastinating and then beating myself up for wasting the time away. But....

Entered a sculpting comp. Daft bit of fun (see I am trying!) you had to create a character in MSNgen, a gloriously silly little app online Here
Mine ended up a Hunchback, Golem, Paladin, Meso American, Female.

So in between times and work on the sandcrawler I have been sculpting away. Here are the pics...
Armature.

First batch of Super Sculpey and GSM (greenstuff and miliput mixed together) Over the armature, the sculpey was put over a tinfoil bulk on the wire armature and baked, then once I was happy eough with shape added GSM.






And there it sat until yesterday when I was reminded that the comp ends tomorrow!!! So kicked myself up the arse and did a bit more, this is still WIP and a few details to sort yet, but this is getting close to were I am happy.






Well I will be catching up with all your blogs, I have been loitering, but just not good at present.
IRL
Spoiler:
Just crap really, Dr has put me onto Morphine tablets, and Psycho are worried as apparently picking at your skin until it bleeds is self harming, it is a subconscious thing, but it's not great, got a scar on my stomach that has been a scab for over 4 months now, so apparently I need seeing too. Sounds fun. Wife wont let me out in public alone. And funny enough if it is remotely icy out I wont go out anyway. Getting slightly agoraphobic. You would think that all that time locked up with me models would work out well. Nope, got n real desire to do F all. Family are great but to be frank and honest, hold me down every time I try and get up. So life is gak here. OK now but spent the last 2 weeks with 5 adults surviving on £3.50 from the copper jar, genuinely skint. Not eaten in the last 3 days, but OK today, "payday" so can get some food. Just wish it would move on a bit, it's bloody boring here.And please, please, please no I do not want anyones money or help, you guys just listening is enough. So by all means comment on my crap sculpting just to let me know I can still make you guys smile at least.
I don't want to whinge on and not after sympathy, many of you have shown me such amazing care and respect already I just wanted to throw an update out.

Thank you for looking in and would love to hear what you think of the sculpt.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/27 09:08:11


Post by: Syro_


I appreciate the update on your life Cam, thank you. Hang in there. It's also really nice getting to see so much progress on your entry for the sculpture competition. it looks great! You may be able to take a slight breath before doing the finishing touches, this year is leap year so there is one extra day this month.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/27 10:42:09


Post by: inmygravenimage


Loving your meso-american figure. Horrible to hear about the other stuff :/ All love brother, and remember I'm just an internet away if you need a catch-up or an actual voice chat.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/27 14:47:18


Post by: shasolenzabi


You know me, statue is interesting, but I saw massive treads, so, wondering what is cooking and waiting to see what the whole vehicle comes out like.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/02/28 01:29:11


Post by: Red Harvest


first thing that I though of when I saw the sculpt:



Also, how you Brits pronounce Jaguar "Jag-you-are" instead of "Jag-wahr". Strange, I know.

The sculpt looks very fitting. Any specific historic reference, or is it a fusion?


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/01 01:08:58


Post by: stonned_astartes


Keep on truckin’.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/08 14:53:28


Post by: Camkierhi


Sorry folks. Life is just truly gak. Had a 17 hour bus ride on Friday. Dad not well. Just no let up.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/08 15:01:39


Post by: shasolenzabi


 Camkierhi wrote:
Sorry folks. Life is just truly gak. Had a 17 hour bus ride on Friday. Dad not well. Just no let up.


Sorry for all the troubles Cam


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/08 20:47:28


Post by: inmygravenimage


Aw bloody hell mate that's truly awful


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/08 21:22:19


Post by: Briancj


We're here for you Cam. Much love and support sent your way.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/09 23:10:31


Post by: monkeytroll


Thoughts are with you Cam.

Great work as always when you do feel the urge.

Whilst I've been off in my own non-hobbying state I have appreciated your FB posts.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/10 08:44:21


Post by: Red Harvest


I'm sorry to hear about your father. I do hope all turns out well. A 17 hour ride? That's essentially the length of Great Britain and back, isn't it?


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/24 12:09:17


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all folks.

Just a proof of life post really. I am home and getting over a very hard couple weeks. And due to the crazy world we live in at the moment, I am taking stock of where and what is happening. Will then be able to move forwards. Really hope to be able to catch up with you guys and get some modelling in.

Please take care out there folks. Best wishes and sending big hairy man hugs to all of you.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/24 12:34:13


Post by: Syro_


Sending love right back to you Cam. If where you are is starting to tell people to self quartine, I hope you can enjoy time with your family, and hopefully enjoy some crafting.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/24 13:07:36


Post by: inmygravenimage


Big love fella. Stay safe, stay strong.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/24 13:21:53


Post by: kestral


Sorry to hear of it - but that MesoAmerican Female Huncbback Paladin made my day! I love mesoamerican stuff.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/24 18:08:51


Post by: Theophony


Big love right back at you Cam. We are at our prime now. Desk jockies and loners who can whittle away a day by painting and being sedentary. We are primed for the Apocalypse in ways that all the sporty dudes could never hope to accomplish. So while they rise up we can just kick back and watch how things turn out and be ready to nap and chill our way to ultimate victory .


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/24 18:22:07


Post by: monkeytroll


Big hairy man but accepted, and sent right back atcha!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/24 20:03:58


Post by: youwashock


Love is all you need. Keep safe.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/25 02:06:35


Post by: Yorkright


Stay strong Cam, we need to see your awesome ideas come to life here on a Dakka.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/25 18:32:37


Post by: Gitsplitta


Stay safe Cam. We'll all hang out (virtually) again on the other end.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/03/27 20:33:28


Post by: Red Harvest


Keep Calm, Stay Safe, and uhm, well, not hairy hugs please. I think we are supposed to do elbow bumps now or something. Actually, some hobby work might make a nice distraction from current events, or, weather permitting, some time outdoors.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/04/11 11:48:44


Post by: Camkierhi


Hello, back from the abyss.

No more bad news on here. It's all pretty gak, but no more on here.

So back at it.
Made a rig to sand the track pieces to a consistent thickness.



Now settling down to sand 400 tracks, no worries. Back soon.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/04/11 12:16:28


Post by: Viktor von Domm


cool... how wobbly would you say is the construction? i mean it has some serious rpm for sure...?

as for the tracks... have you considered a softer material like foam/styrodur and then slice them off the before shaped block?... could save you some hours...

hows life on your island? we recently (october 2019) left the big city of berlin and traded it with a new apartment in brandenburg ...way spacier and not so overcrowded... thus the whole big "C" issue is like a far away bad dream... sure we had to go hunting for toilet paper but other than than it´s fairly like a picnic here...? the media currently doesn´t compare to well with what we currently see as some subjective reality...

thus best wishes to all of you everywhere!!!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/04/11 14:18:23


Post by: monkeytroll


Smart thinking Cam

Possibly could have made the jig hold 2 pieces of track - then only 200 goes needed. Would that still connect smoothly with the sander?

Enjoy the soothing drone of the sanding...


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/04/12 15:56:16


Post by: Gitsplitta


Very clever Cam... I'm impressed.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/04/13 15:22:23


Post by: Captain Brown


Good luck on the track sanding, I looked at the full size version of the first photo with the three sanded tracks and they do look completely different from the originals (and much better).

Cheers,

CB


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/04/16 16:38:18


Post by: Dr H


Good ingenuity.

All the best.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/13 08:01:14


Post by: Camkierhi


I know you are few in number, but I want to sincerely apologise. My lack of posts is appalling. I have no real excuse, my health, the current state of the world, external pressures, and financials, all add up. Please bear with me. I will be back in the saddle soon I hope.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/13 08:32:04


Post by: JoshInJapan


No worries, dude. Real life is a SOB everywhere. We'll be here when you're ready.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/13 09:38:20


Post by: monkeytroll


Don't sweat it bud, we only expect posts when they come. I disappeared for a year, a month is nothing, especially in these crazy times. Look after yourself, toy soldiers can wait - they have an abundance of patience


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/13 10:01:09


Post by: Syro_


Hang in there Cam! No expectations, just enjoyment when we hear from you.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/13 13:13:01


Post by: youwashock


Hang tough, man. Slow and steady we soldier on.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/13 13:40:43


Post by: Meer_Cat


First Dakkanaut that showed any interest in my work, means a lot to me. I'm willing to admire what posts you can release when you have time and wherewithal to release them. Take care and rock on!



Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/13 15:28:22


Post by: xXWeaponPrimeXx


 Camkierhi wrote:
I know you are few in number, but I want to sincerely apologise. My lack of posts is appalling. I have no real excuse, my health, the current state of the world, external pressures, and financials, all add up. Please bear with me. I will be back in the saddle soon I hope.


Your life is more important to than the hobby, Cam. We understand that. Stay safe. Focus on the important things. Much love.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/13 15:42:45


Post by: Theophony


Sometimes when life kicks you in the happy sack you just need to sit back and say “Please Sir May I have another?”

We will be here when you return. We appreciate your being here when you can, and understand fully when you cannot. We have all faced different trials in our times, or will face them at some point in the future. Keep strong. If nothing else good comes out of this stupid Covid thing it will be people’s understanding of what it’s like for someone to be alone, even when surrounded by our immediate families.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/13 19:51:52


Post by: inmygravenimage


Big hairy man hugs.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/14 07:50:19


Post by: JoeRugby


Good to see you back dude

No hugs from me that much hair in one place would cause a static electrocution


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/14 11:36:42


Post by: Gitsplitta


Real life comes first Cam... don't sweat it.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/05/15 13:57:20


Post by: Dr H


Yarp, what they said.
The hobby will wait, we will wait.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/06/06 13:20:22


Post by: Theophony


Happy Bday Cam . All the best for this year, I know the last couple have been a wreck, but things will turn the corner for you soon.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/06/06 19:17:30


Post by: JoshInJapan


It's your birthday? Congrats!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/06/06 20:12:09


Post by: inmygravenimage


Hairy burp day


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/06/06 20:48:10


Post by: Dr H


Congratulations on this orbit of the sun.

You're doing great, even if it doesn't feel like it.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/06/07 13:18:59


Post by: Syro_


Happy belated birthday my friend.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/07/12 21:07:25


Post by: Red Harvest


Happy belateed Birthday. I've been really out of the loop as well. I look forward to seeing what you've done when you come back. Or just having you come back.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/08/24 08:09:21


Post by: Camkierhi


In the darkness something is stirring. Deep down inside something grows.





Thank you all for the thoughts. Hope you forgive me.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/08/24 08:50:44


Post by: Syro_


There's nothing that needs forgiving, but it is great to see you again. Those are some very cool looking and detailed Space wolves you have there
I also hope you have fun putting together that new dread.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/08/24 12:24:40


Post by: inmygravenimage


Good to have my favourite boomerang blog return. Trust the family are well


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/08/24 13:17:22


Post by: youwashock


Well, hell-O! Good to see you back. Interesting post, indeed.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/08/24 20:46:53


Post by: Dr H


Good to see you stirring, whatever and whenever it happens.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/08/25 19:21:40


Post by: JoeRugby


Really nice seeing back dude, theslayer coming along great


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/08/26 01:15:36


Post by: Meer_Cat


Rock on, Cam! Yours is the first blog here I ever went through page 1 to page last; missed seeing you and your work. Looking forward to this latest project.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/08/26 02:26:01


Post by: JoshInJapan


Long time, no see. I like those Space Wolves.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/08/27 14:53:36


Post by: Fifty


Nice gritty Space Puppies. I hate it when they look too "clean".


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/08/27 19:56:20


Post by: Briancj


Welcome back, Cam.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/01 16:59:26


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all. I will apologise in advance for the lack of words around here, it is difficult, but letting a little creativity spill out and getting some communication is a start.

Here's these 3, not quite but just about.




Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/01 17:49:23


Post by: inmygravenimage


Very snazzy. Great figs, lovely job.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/01 18:32:08


Post by: youwashock


"Just about" looks pretty good. The fellow in the middle (Ulrik?) looks particularly cool.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/01 19:00:02


Post by: 416_SpaceWolves


These are very well done Space Wolves. Especially the Iron Priest.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/01 23:23:14


Post by: Theophony


Really like the effect your getting with the basing as well. not over the top snow



Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/02 06:41:24


Post by: JoshInJapan


That's some solid work on those Space Wolves. I'd be proud to face them on the tabletop-- and I don't even play 40K!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/02 16:57:11


Post by: Gitsplitta


Great work Cam!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/02 18:34:35


Post by: Camkierhi


Thanks folks.

Next up...


20 minutes in the bits box...


Let's see if I can wolfy this can.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/02 19:04:52


Post by: Yorkright


Liking the space wolves Cam, the snow effect is very good. I am using the GW snow "pebbles" for now, its ok but not very realistic.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/05 05:23:57


Post by: Red Harvest


Welcome back old friend. Nice work on the space pups.

Oh, and bits box? You? I'd guess more like a bits footlocker or some other very large storage unit.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/05 20:35:27


Post by: Camkierhi


Thanks folks.

@Red, well yeah, trying not to scare folks. Probably getting close to my own weight in "bits"!

So first things first, dismemberment...







So yeah.. Onward.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/05 21:59:13


Post by: inmygravenimage


Well colour me excited


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/06 03:29:09


Post by: Camkierhi


Hi bud, thanks.

Metallic base coat started.


Still in bits for ease of painting.





Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/07 13:10:15


Post by: Syro_


The work's looking good Cam, and that bits collection sounds amazing.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/09 00:54:00


Post by: Gitsplitta


That's intimidating...


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/09 06:08:08


Post by: Camkierhi


Thanks folks.

My process is probably a bit weird. So I painted it metal, sealed that in with a clear coat, now painted it factory fresh, and will be messing it up! The parts are now all assembled, it is in 4 parts still, legs, torso and each arm, but it is going to be left unglued from here on. I will now weather the bare body, and will be adding embellishments. Some wolf skulls, a skin or two, maybe a cloak and banner, thinking about a shield, etc. These will get glued on after I scrape the paint off enough to get plastic to plastic.

I know many people will fully build a kit before it ever sees paint, it may be in sub assembly's but has all parts finished glued. I prefer to do my way as, when you get the model in hand you can seethe deep recesses are not just left in shadow but actually painted. Means I paint a lot of unnecessary bit, and a lot will either never be seen or no one cares anyway.

All that waffle, so I can show you some halfway pics. Nowhere near finished though I guess it would be fine to table.








Any and all input most welcome. Hope it maybe helps someone.



Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/09 13:11:23


Post by: Theophony


I applaud the work, and doing sub assemblies.

Will you do a salt type technique to get the weathering done?


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/09 16:35:24


Post by: youwashock


Love all the detail inside the hatch.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/12 13:44:14


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you folks.

Progress. Done a bit of sculpting.






And with flash so you can maybe see more details.



Trying to feel human again, I am so very sorry, I am not who or what I was once, life keeps going on though. Thank you all so much for your support, I am really trying to pull it up again.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/12 13:53:10


Post by: inmygravenimage


That's some classy nasty GS work.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/12 19:31:21


Post by: Gitsplitta


Very cool!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/12 19:35:11


Post by: Theophony


I'm digging the style Cam


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/12 23:09:57


Post by: Syro_


Lots of love to you and your family, Cam. You aren't feeling like yourself, but you will one day. Keep trying, I am proud of you for how hard you already push yourself. I really like all the details and alterations you are adding to the dread.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/14 14:19:08


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you all, I am really trying and appreciate your comments.













Thank you so much for popping in. Calling this done for now.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/14 15:03:26


Post by: inmygravenimage


I love his frosty fist of fun.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/14 16:39:59


Post by: youwashock


Sometimes trying is all you can do, and there is no shame in doing all you could do. Keep on sluggin'.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/14 16:50:37


Post by: Gitsplitta


That turned out beautifully. I love the cloak and the blending on the back modules.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/14 16:51:41


Post by: Yorkright


Sculpting has paid off, that cloak is excellent! Keep up the great work Cam.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/19 14:43:41


Post by: Syro_


Keep being awesome Cam I like your finished dread. It's also nice seeing you post more often after your long silence (no pressure tho).


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/21 03:46:20


Post by: Archer


Love the step by step on the Dreadnought build. Great final results too.

Never took you for a Space Wolf kind of guy though.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/09/22 20:16:45


Post by: Red Harvest


Ice claw definitely stands out. Very cool. Uhm, okay, pun intended.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/10/16 05:21:55


Post by: Camkierhi


Ah crap, falling over again, can't get my bloody feet under me. (sorry not literally falling over!)

I actually ache from wanting to get on with some modelling, it's so infuriating. I have seen some of you go through this over the years, and now I understand better, I always understood, life is gak. Not always, but a lot. If only the world would leave me the heck alone, just want to sit and make stuff. Not after anything, just sit, quiet, and make stuff. Seems so very much to ask lately.

I have not forgotten you, Back soon I really hope so.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/10/16 06:05:48


Post by: JoshInJapan


We'll all be here, whenever you need us. Take care of yourself.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/10/16 11:52:52


Post by: Gitsplitta


Hang in there Cam, we're still with you.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/10/16 12:35:23


Post by: inmygravenimage


Dude, we're here for you when you need us. Stay strong, stay safe.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/10/16 16:40:54


Post by: youwashock


What they said.

For some reason I am seeing the scene at the end of Labyrinth. "If you need us..."

If we get a choice, I want to be Sir Didymus.

Keep safe, man.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/10/16 22:17:59


Post by: Yorkright


Keep up the good fight Cam! We will be waiting when you start up again.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/10/18 07:47:20


Post by: Syro_


Hang in there Cam! Thank you for the quick update, even with bad news it's still nice to hear from you.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/11/18 04:28:23


Post by: Camkierhi


Just to say, I am alive!

Good news, going to be better off by the end of the week.

Bad news, going to be a little while longer before I can actually show anything for it here.

I know you will all be cool about it, but it really bothers me that I have not been keeping up to date with you guys. I cannot tell you how much I miss just having the time and ability to sit and look through your blogs. I just hope soon, they will let me alone enough to get back to you. In the mean time, love you guys, please take care and stay safe.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/11/18 04:47:35


Post by: Syro_


So great to hear from you Cam! I have missed you (no pressure though, do this only when you have time). Thank you for the update, and that sounds promising that things should be going better for you by the end of the week. I'm glad to hear that. Don't feel bad if it will be a while until you update, you have given us so much to enjoy on your blog already that we can always go back through an browse. But even if you don't have time to share it, I hope you still have hobby time to enjoy


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/11/18 11:12:16


Post by: Theophony


Good to hear your doing well. Look forward to your presence, but take your time, rather have you back to full than back and gone again shortly there after.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/11/18 11:41:03


Post by: CommissarKhaine


Glad to hear/read! Take your time, and you'd be surprised how many of us are only a PM away .


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/11/18 11:56:21


Post by: inmygravenimage


Good to hear you're bouncing back and plodding along. All hail Cam!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/11/18 13:17:08


Post by: Gitsplitta


Wonderful to hear from you Cam! Dakka's not the same without you.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/11/18 17:43:43


Post by: youwashock


Good news, man. Don't worry about it. You'll get back in good time.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/11/22 22:45:50


Post by: Archer


Glad you are able to check in.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/11/23 07:05:04


Post by: Red Harvest


I missed your last post, sorry. Good to hear things are looking up. I've not been too diligent in keeping up with the P&M blogs either, so you're not alone. Lots of other distractions for me nowadays. A pair of four legged distractions most of the time. I know you have cats, but how about a cute dog photo to brighten the day?
Spoiler:

This is Roscoe, my Jack Russell Terrier. He hunts gray squirrels. He's really good at it. He is also a massive time sponge, but in a good way.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/11/25 03:13:34


Post by: Captain Brown


Very nice Dreadnought Camkierhi.

Cheers,

CB


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2020/12/13 09:18:40


Post by: Syro_


You have made so much amazing stuff over the years Cam. Do you ever go back through your blog or gallery to be reminded of how much you have accomplished? I like to reminisce in my own gallery that way. I can't believe that amazing Necromunda tower block you made is already 50 pages ago (and close to 3 years).


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/20 20:01:40


Post by: Camkierhi


Well guys I am still alive. Lot of work which is taking me much longer to do, than it should. Lots of changes happening. Now most other folk are sorted I can look at mine. First job is new cupboards, and a fancy dream or two.


Back soon.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/20 20:51:12


Post by: Theophony


While it looks good now, I cannot wait to see how you Orkify it

Glad to see you back, and not just as a glimpse in Gitz' thread.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/20 21:04:13


Post by: Gitsplitta


Looks fantastic Cam. That'll make an amazing hobby table! (hint, hint)


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/20 21:57:13


Post by: inmygravenimage


This is going to be Damn good.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/21 08:08:18


Post by: Syro_


Great to see you back Cam!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/21 20:44:42


Post by: Camkierhi


Thank you folks.

These cupboards are for my modelling area, but mainly for storage and tools. I will be making at least one more cupboard, and an assembly/gaming table. Everything will be on wheels for flexibility. Main point is that the room I work in (the lounge/living room.) is getting a new carpet and a new sofa. Means I have to move out. So taking the opportunity to sort myself out properly.

This is the just about finished unit, got to do a bit of trim work, but that can wait got to get out first.


And here it is as it will be, in the future. The two wooden tool boxes on top are purchased, though I am going to use them to engineer my own, these are excellent, small drawers mean I can sort things out.


There is another large tower wooden tool box behind to the left, this will be for painting/basing materials and brushes/tools. These tool boxes are all amazing. But they all have simple wooden runners. Might upgrade in the future. My build has ball bearing runners, giving smooth running and a heavy capacity. The smaller drawer are approx. 600mm x 400mm and 100mm deep, made of 12mm ply. The slightly larger drawers are 150mm deep. These should give enough for some of the tooling and any materials that are able to fit. The large compartment bottom left I have put a door on. Going to store most of my liquids in there, with metal trays to catch any leaks. The next cupboard will be purpose built to hold and work with all the gadgets. I will have some wonderful things to show you all. But for now got to get cleared out, which is going to involve thinning down some of the horde. Not the greatest update, but more soon, any questions or critique is happily accepted.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/21 21:20:02


Post by: inmygravenimage


This is impressive storage, I'm slightly alarmed by you "thinning the horde" though !


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/21 21:20:44


Post by: Viktor von Domm


looks artful to say the least... i really like pine wood... my whole area is also pine wood... not lacquered and not as classy looking as yours... especially the cool looking grips^^


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/21 21:24:23


Post by: Gitsplitta


Man... mobile gaming storage and work surfaces. That's brilliant!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/21 23:50:25


Post by: Syro_


With you moving out of the living room, will you have a hobby space? This furniture you are building and converting looks really nice. If you keep this up you will have the classiest looking gaming/hobby area.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/22 01:37:15


Post by: Meer_Cat


We have tool boxes like those on this side of the pond; we call them Gerstner Tool Chests, I imagine after a manufacturer of same. They are amazing and very neat for sorting and storing things.

More so amazing that you reckon to build your own- and with improvements over the base design even! Well done and good luck.

Mobile everything is a great concept; if/when I get to play again I would like to have a mobile, foldable table that can be reconfigured for whatever the theme is that evening.

Rock on!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/24 02:31:53


Post by: GrimDork


I dropped out for a good while myself, good to see you getting back around to stuff, I always liked seeing your projects


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/28 21:46:06


Post by: Archer


Tool boxes are cool. Reminds me of what I made at the end of my time as an apprentice (my trade has a very old tradition that the final task as an apprentice before being able to become a Journeyman Tradesman is to make you tool box that will last you your entire career).


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/31 21:20:20


Post by: Camkierhi


Signs of life....


Thank you all for the support.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/31 22:16:08


Post by: inmygravenimage


A new life awaits YOU In the off world colonies!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/31 22:16:45


Post by: SirDonlad


Nice!
Reminds me of the work of stewart cowley and steven caldwell

My critique of the tool unit?
Needs a cupholder.



Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/01/31 22:25:31


Post by: Ruglud


Hey, looks like 2021 may be the year of return to action for a few us


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/02/01 13:33:15


Post by: Gitsplitta


graven... I can always count on you for a good Blade Runner reference, even if you were totally wrong about Deckard being a replicant. (silly idea)

Beautiful work Cam!


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/02/02 03:08:37


Post by: GrimDork


Ooooof. NICE


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/02/02 14:18:18


Post by: Syro_


That's a beautiful illustration Cam, thanks for sharing it with us.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/08/14 04:44:29


Post by: Camkierhi


Hello. Sorry about that. Life is gak a lot. But I am very very close to regularly posting again.

Meantime here is a little bit of my new creation zone....






Thank you so much for your help and support.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/08/14 05:11:30


Post by: Theophony


So many lovely cabinets and the clutter looks just like mine .

Glad to see you stirring my friend.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/08/14 06:19:08


Post by: inmygravenimage


That's a fine pit of manly hobby. Good to see you back at the coalface, too.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/08/14 22:01:35


Post by: Meer_Cat


I figured once that the perfect modeling/hobby space should be 1/3 Mad Scientist Lab, 1/3 library card catalog, 1/3 foundry/industrial footprint, 25% bullpen, 16.35% shrine and half Romper Room playpen.

I'd say you got it about right.

Welcome back, been too long. Rock on.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/08/14 23:14:32


Post by: Syro_


Great to see you posting again Cam! And I'm glad your work table looks ready to receive you and something to work on.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/08/15 20:46:43


Post by: Warboss_Waaazag


Good to see you posting again, Cam! Welcome back. Your workspace looks fantastic, if currently a tad on the poorly lit side.


Camkierhi's other stuff blog. Currently in a orky kinda place. @ 2021/08/16 12:51:00


Post by: Gitsplitta


That's really a great work space. I get inspired just by looking at it!