Dioramag vol.15 “Atlantic Wolf”, by Pla Editions

Dioramag Vol.15 – Atlantic Wolf – contents:

“The Calm Before the Storm” by Thomas Birzer shows the build up of the super weapons of Nazi Germany before the so-called largest tank battle in history (the jury is out on that one). This scene shows the calm before the Storm with two Tiger I tanks, plenty of figures and groundwork. Not only is the tank shown in its bare plastic but also in various stages of camouflage, wetting, dirt, grime, and grease. The grundwork underneath the tank, which many modelers find difficult to paint, can also be seen. We see this time some great building accessories and period-appropriate building fascades by VG Diorama. Here are some great products I never knew existed…

A beautiful and peaceful scene, like the one in this next diorama by Kostas Georgiu can be an excellent diorama. “Old Greek Faccade” is next, where over nine pages we see this scen built, literally from the ground up in step by step fashion…

Not only thebuiliding and groundwork, but the plants and accessories that fill the scene are shown in detail whilst in build paint and construction. The building, including roofs, gutters and 3D-printed vases, furniture and barrels as well as doors and window frames, is displayed from beginning to end. The next scene, “Light in the Darkness”, by Boris Bakker shows a mother with her child seeking solace in the war ruins. This diorama is packed with a variety of elements that make it a very interesting piece. This episode of Diorama Classics shows “Operation Cedar Falls”, a classic from its time. It is still well worth looking at today. This diorama by Dirk Vangeel, “If you have Poop…” is a great example of Uwe’s work. This issue features a scene that is reminiscent of an emergency stop, where you might think of the phrase any port in the storm. Dirk shows us the tractor, the toilet, the tree, the groundwork and the base frame and even a low down ont he faunan models that he used in the making of this kit.

Fulfilling a lot of people’s fantasies now is the diorama “U-201 Schneemann” U-Boat from Toshihiro Kugimiya. Many modellers have wanted to build this Border

u-Boat, but few of them had. And almost no one has done it to the same standard. This is what this magazine is all about.

Toshihiro takes us through the building of the boat, where he shows the extras and corrections added ot the kit (great for the rest of us to copy) and the base with the waves which can make or break a scene like this. This article is a great way to show and explain the wash of water and figures that were added to the kit. In a dramatic scene, we then sample “Counter Attack on Normandy”, by Jiasheng. The Panther is navigating through the narrow streets of northern France, engaging with its main gun the enemy while infantry provide support. This article is fourteen pages long, and we get to see the build and painting of the Panther base kit. The 2021 piece by Greek modeller NikolasTriantafillou, The “Ave Maria’ Vignette is made with a 3D printed custom kit and shows moments of contemplation. It is full of subtle details. The groundwork of the ruin adds to the scene with mounds of rubble and debris, making this quite a beleivable scene.

Showcase Dioramag: Christian Bruer – known especially for his smaller scale masterpieces – Christians work is still making people notice. This issue includes a tour of Bruer’s works. Sorry, my picture of his plane was a little blurry, and I’ve left it off here. Soldiers on a roadside crossroad, Kettenkrad, and the newly released Tamiya Hellcat. He shows how he sets up the scene and adds figures by The Bodi & alpine Miniatures. The stages are described in great detail, including the build, painting and weathering. This grim scene could have been anywhere in Europe. (This one states in 2021). It is called, “Dear But Not Forgotten”. Four dead comrades are buried together. This issue is no exception. I love the series and think that you’ll enjoy it as much as me.

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