Experiences of a Russian Tanker in WWII

At our April IPMS Toronto meeting, we were lucky to experience a seminar presented by Serge Kaznadiy who spoke about his father, Ivan Kaznadiy.  Ivan was a machine-gunner in the Russian T-34 tank in 1943-45, then patrolled Austrian forests on a British Lend-lease Valentine tank in 1946, and was also a cockpit gunner in the Russian Petlyakov Pe-2 assault plane in 1947 in Northern Russia.

Below you can find Serge’s presentation in PDF format, containing a treasure trove of rare photos and notes of his father’s service.  Thank you again for a great presentation!

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Adam Wilder Seminar: Metal Works Part 2

Part 2 of the Adam Wilder video introduced earlier:

In September of 2015, local hobby shop Hornet Hobbies was kind enough to host a series of seminars conducted by world-renowned modeler Adam Wilder.  Members of IPMS Toronto were invited to attend and we were permitted to video record the sessions and offer them to the public.  Please enjoy the wealth of knowledge shared here in the first of the Adam Wilder videos.  Video is courtesy of Robert Wlodarek.

Adam Wilder Seminar: Metal Works

In September of 2015, local hobby shop Hornet Hobbies was kind enough to host a series of seminars conducted by world-renowned modeler Adam Wilder.  Members of IPMS Toronto were invited to attend and we were permitted to video record the sessions and offer them to the public.  Please enjoy the wealth of knowledge shared here in the first of the Adam Wilder videos.  Video is courtesy of Robert Wlodarek.

Warsaw Modeling Fiesta 2015 – Videos

From the international file, another report from this year’s Warsaw Modeling Fiesta courtesy of Robert Wlodarek who traveled to Poland to attend this contest and supply us with some great photos:

On June 13-14 the Warsaw modeling fiesta was held, where more than 400 models were issued into different categories. Similar to last year, this meet-up consisted of participants and friendsfrom IPMS Warsaw. I established new friendships and had a very wonderful time at the Model Contest.”

Armor and Dioramas

 

Aircraft, Ships, Figures

 

Hornet Hobbies Presents: Adam Wilder Seminars

Renown armor modeller and teacher of the modelling arts, Adam Wilder, travels from the US to Hornet Hobbies to present several seminars on the Sept. 18-20 weekend. Join for this rare opportunity to up your modelling game and learn specialized techniques.

All clinics held at Hornet Hobbies: 1563 O’Connor Drive Toronto M4B 2V7
Clinics are limited to 14 participants. Registration is not guaranteed until full payment is received. Thank you for your understanding. Call 416-755-4878 for further details and to reserve your spot!

Friday September 18        (Clinics A & B repeated Sunday September 20)
Clinic A:            METAL WORKS         9:30 – 12:00        $25.00

*metal finish *distressed finish *rust
*chipping *scratching *hairspray

 

Clinic B:        EFFECTS OF COMBAT        1:30 – 4:30        $30.00

*shell impact patches *dry dirt/wet dirt *washes and filters
*fuel stains/ oil spills *diesel exhaust effects *chipping effects
*making a winter camouflage using hairspray *pigments *making rain marks and dust effects

 

Saturday September 19
Clinic C:        PHOTO ETCH         10:00 – 12:30            $25.00

*soldering *battle damage
*folding *prep for painting

 

Clinic D:        HEAVY MUD        2:00 – 5:00            $30.00

*built up mud *track mud *pigments
*wheel & track weathering *wet mud/dry mud *dust
*spattering/splashing *streaking effects

 

Sunday September 20 (Clinics E & F repeat of Friday schedule)
Clinic E:            METAL WORKS         9:30 – 12:00        $25.00

*metal finish *distressed finish *rust
*chipping *scratching *hairspray

 

Clinic F:        EFFECTS OF COMBAT        1:30 – 4:30        $30.00

*shell impact patches *dry dirt/wet dirt *washes and filters
*fuel stains/ oil spills *diesel exhaust effects *chipping effects
*making a winter camouflage using hairspray *pigments *making rain marks and dust effects

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