1/35 Historic Models Sdkfz 232 - Russian Service

Hi guys, this isnt really a proper post, simply something Ive been pottering with for a while.
Bought this kit in France just for something to do. Overall, detail and build quality was quite poor with part fit causing several headaches :D . However, few parts meant it was constructed fairly fast.

 Once complete, a coat of Vallejo Black Grey was laid down, quickly followed by AK Worn Effects. Multiple mists of acrylic white were to provide the illusion of Winter camo before weathering could commence. Darker, more cream/brown shades of white were used on the lower hull and in crevices to suggest a dirtier paint finish. After applying German decals, only then did I decided Russian markings would be more appealing :D :D :D

Warm water, toothpicks and a synthetic bristled brush were my tools to turn this new looking vehicle into a beaten work horse of the Red Army. Rubbing gently and scrubbing on lower areas I slowly eroded the white camo to reveal it's past life in the Whermacht. Once finished chipping, a red star was placed on the bonnet and given a coat of the excellent Vallejo Matte Varnish.

Diluted white paint was spattered all over the vehicle to represent some form of  irregularities. This was followed by streaks of various Abteilung Oil Paints which were then dragged down using a brush moistened in thinners to create fading and rain marks. A pin wash of black and brown was used to accentuate the few details present such as hinges and bolts. I utilised the AK Dark Earth pigment to insinuate dirt on horizontal/shallow incline panels such as the upper bonnet.

A recognition tarpaulin was placed on the front as if to help identify that, although the vehicle is German, it is on Russian service. This was painted orange, given a brown wash and dry brushed. The base was made from insulation foam with a large hole scooped out before fixing the Sdkfz into said hole. Polyfilla mixed with sall stones, sand and paint was then used to represent mud, where the vehicle has become stuck. Eventually I will put a layer of artificial water on the base along with some Soviet figures. My idea is to have some soldiers posing on the hull whilst one takes a photo from the banking.
Got any questions? Email me - Sovietboy2291@hotmail.co.uk