Retreat From Moscow
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
German troops retreat across a bridge over a frozen river as Russian forces close in. The dual use diorama measures 6′ x 2′, and was designed to be used to illustrate two retreats from Moscow-Napoleons and Hitlers
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
The wooden bridge under construction using balsa wood and coffee stir sticks, later painted and stained with multiple effects to reinforce is well worn usage.
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
The bridge and river section under construction using plaster cloth. Saran wrapped sections will hold the epoxy ice near the shore, while epoxy water effects will be poured in the center, then covered with loose pieces of ice to represent ice flows often found in moving water
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
Different products were used to cover trees and the ground in snow effects, depicting the harsh Russian landscape the retreating soldiers had to march through
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
Diorama base under construction using foam insulation board. Base will be in 3 pieces for ease of shipping. Note bridge and river bed under construction.
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
Using my tradition castings I have painted over the years, I mocked up what a Napoleonic version of the retreat from Moscow would look like for my Friend Richard
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
Using Tradition castings I have painted over the years, I was able to assemble a pretty decent little Napoleonic army defending the retreat with the Cossack Calvary attacking the rear guard out of the forest
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
I use multiple kinds of products, found objects and effects to create each of my scenes. I want each to tell or enhance the overall story line of the diorama.
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
I use Evens Designs flickering lights to simulate flames, after creating multiple fire positions around the diorama using coffee grounds and sticks from my wife’s garden to represent ashes and firewood.
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
Vehicles of all kinds were used to transport retreating troops in the freezing temperatures, often making them resort to walking after engines froze in the cold. A burned out farmhouse and snow laden trees heighten the effect of desolation.
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
Retreating German troops cross an ancient bridge over a frozen river. The ice is epoxy sheets, broken up and placed in and on a epoxy resin river
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
Retreating soldiers huddle around makeshift fires for warmth. Many froze to death in place in the bitter -30 degree cold.
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
A figarti Stroch plane is an example of the how the retreating Germans delivered orders and intelligence, as the Russians cut many of the normal lines of communication.
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
A burned out farm house from an old Verlinden kit, snow laden trees, burning campfires and Evergreen products snow add to the overall desolation effects of the diorama.
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
Retreating Germans cross a frozen Russian river. Twigs and bit’s of bare vegetation from my wife’s garden reinforce the harsh winter landscape.
The Making of the Retreat from Moscow Diorama
German troops retreat across a bridge over a frozen river as Russian forces close in. The dual use diorama measures 6′ x 2′, and was designed to be used to illustrate two retreats from Moscow-Napoleons and Hitlers
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