Cyberpunk city diorama
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The wet road really help sell that dense weathered look a whole lot. Can't wait to see how it all looks together.
I bet when finished, if you had a smoke machine of some kind, add the smoke and take the pictures and it would give off such a dense Blade Runner vibe with all the neon and lights.
I bet when finished, if you had a smoke machine of some kind, add the smoke and take the pictures and it would give off such a dense Blade Runner vibe with all the neon and lights.
Looks amazing, glad to see you're back working on it.
NakedMoleRat
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You, Sir, are a genius.
yuumi2891103
Master Member
Thank you so much, Bjorn-san!
Thank you Michael-san and Yes, I guess it would. I checked the smoke machine the other day but it was so expensive and too much powerful.
Smoke incense will do?Thank you, joberg-san!Great job Katsu-san
Thank you, Analyzer-san!
I'll tell you a secret. Don't tell anybody else.
That was the result of my wrong paint job. This happened when I was painting a vehicle that I had built myself. I tried painting after the previous spray color was completely dry. As I said, I ended up using the wrong sprayer and messed up the paint job. However, I noticed this strange phenomenon and experimented with it several times. So, I tried using it again this time.
Thank you so much, Snow Builder-san!
Not that great but thank you so much!
Is this enough, joberg-san?
I often hear that Western people visiting Japan are very impressed with the cleanliness of the streets. The staff of city halls often check the streets and repair/repaint those road marks and signs. Any graffiti will be removed soon. Most of the workers in Japanese restaurants or shops clean up the street or sidewalk in front of their shop with a broomstick and sprinkle water before they open their shops on a daily basis. That is our custom and we are told to do that in childhood. Even in our classrooms elementary to high school, we students have been cleaning this after lunchtime. Japanese schools would never use a professional for daily cleaning. You may think it's strange but it's true.
Thanks for looking!
katsu
I suppose you could burn something small, like some paper in a metal container of some sort, and then put it out. That would make at least some smoke, and then try to quickly get some good pictures.
Someone else might have a better way of course.
Someone else might have a better way of course.
yuumi2891103
Master Member
Thanks, Michael-san,
Looks like it is feasible to mix some glycerin and pure water and then heat it up with a candle or something. It raises a lot of white smoke. I will try this later.
Looks like it is feasible to mix some glycerin and pure water and then heat it up with a candle or something. It raises a lot of white smoke. I will try this later.
Analyzer
Master Member
I often hear that Western people visiting Japan are very impressed with the cleanliness of the streets. The staff of city halls often check the streets and repair/repaint those road marks and signs. Any graffiti will be removed soon. Most of the workers in Japanese restaurants or shops clean up the street or sidewalk in front of their shop with a broomstick and sprinkle water before they open their shops on a daily basis. That is our custom and we are told to do that in childhood. Even in our classrooms elementary to high school, we students have been cleaning this after lunchtime. Japanese schools would never use a professional for daily cleaning. You may think it's strange but it's true.
I have heard from others visiting that American cities like NY are "dumps"
Our neighbor's daughter is married to someone from Seoul, Korea and recently when he came to visit they went to NY. He could not believe how dirty the streets were
Oh nice, and probably safer. Wave it around a little, making it thick and smoky for a really nice atmosphere.
I remember watching the making of Return of the Jedi, in Jabba's throne room. Right before filming, a guy was going around with a pot like thing and putting out smoke. Maybe this same type mixture.
Can't wait to see it all.....and you know I'll probably photoshop something with the pics....lol.
yuumi2891103
Master Member
My daughter Yuki visited NY and stayed for almost a month. Then she met a union strike of the garbage collection company. She was shocked but she said it's still a mysterious and attractive city.
The wear and tear is fantastic Katsu-san; more Blade Runner than today's Japanese cities
Thank you joberg-san!
Your comment reminds me of one night a very long time ago. I watched the movie 'Blade Runner' at the theater in Shinjuku Tokyo. That was my second time seeing the movie. The movie was over and I got out to the street of Shinjuku Golden Array. I was shocked and dazed. I felt like I was still in the movie.
Ahh, Oh Yes. I love to see your pro's work!
The street set will be done in a few weeks, and I will work on upper high-rise structures and connecting bridges.
katsu
Thank you Michael-san and Yes, I guess it would. I checked the smoke machine the other day but it was so expensive and too much powerful.
If you search for "ultrasonic fogger" or "ultrasonic mist maker" or "ultrasonic atomizer" you should be able to find something quite inexpensive! These devices are tiny and don't produce a lot of fog, but if you gently blow the fog through the diorama, I'm sure it would be enough to give your photos that Blade Runner feeling.
Analyzer
Master Member
Oh yeah, there is definitely still a lot to enjoy in cities like that, just may be a bit of culture shock to some
yuumi2891103
Master Member
Hi!
Thanks for the info, I went to the 100 yen shop and bought two.
That was not 100 yen but fairly cheap about $4.
I haven't tried this yet but if it's not good, I can still use them to moisturize my facial skin.
Here are some pics.
I built the structure over the road crossing—the one for the traffic lights and directions. I cut up a box that is used for organizing inside the refrigerator and a plastic container.
I thought this bond must be strong enough to withstand stress.
So, I used some baking soda and super grue.
This is strong like concrete.
I will add something more.
Thanks for watching!
katsu
NakedMoleRat
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I will run for Mayor as soon as that city officially opens.
SmilingOtter
Master Member
I'll vote for you. I'll be happy enough to live there. Or even visit.
yuumi2891103
Master Member
Thank you! And you gave me an idea!
Oh, I will print out some mayoral election candidate campaign posters of you!
Thank you so much!
Thank you so much!
You are the campaign leader of his election office!
I had been thinking about the names of the streets and avenues but I couldn't come up with any good names. So, I borrowed your names for them.
Buildings and bridges... etc. I may need some more names.
Thanks for looking!
katsu
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