Small update of the project so far. The pictures taken show the first time I have put the whole thing together with surroundings just to get a feel for the project and how it all links together. Lots of work still to do inside and the roof needs a bit more work but apart from that its coming on nicely.
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Looks great – i love the base too very realistic
The base of the chateau is just styrene layers with plastic card on it. The Ballastrades and steps are scratch built. The chateau lifts off the base for storage if that makes sense.
This is most impressive!
Thanks.
That is a very nice chateau. Looking forward to the finished piece. The surroundings are also well done. You could add an old well with a ghost at the bottom as an easter egg.
Might just pinch that idea,thanks.