Starship Modeler Discussion Forums

I have an Enterprise-D model that I am going to paint in the Generations scheme. I have noticed that on the real model the different colors reflect the light differently. I have in mind using different finishes with the different colors, such as gloss on one color and satin on another. Has anyone ha...

I see people have been commenting about using pastels for weathering. I am going to be building a Galaxy-class starship model that will involve a number of battle damaged areas. Part of that is scorching around the damaged areas. I have heard that pastels are a good way to go, and some people use an...