My New Secret Weapon for Making REALISTIC Rocks?!

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Жыл бұрын

Hey guys, I'm back with another video! This is just a quick tutorial on how to make terrain rocks for your dioramas, tabletop games, or wargaming tables.
I'm currently working on the huge Lothlorien piece, but that will likely take ~8 months to finish so I figured I would do some smaller projects in the foreground while that one is in the works.
I'll post the link to part 2 here once it's complete - • The Diorama that Almos...
Thanks guys!
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Home made sculptamold options by @Thecreativemodeller HO • How To Make Your Own S...
Leopard spot rock paint technique by @Geek Gaming Scenics • How To Paint Realistic...
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Tools and Materials:
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Music:
Dusk till Dawn - Dusty Decks
Rue de Jaffa - A.M. Beef
Power Punch - 2050
Density Wave - Aviad Zinemanas
Attribution:
Explosions, checkmarks, and various effects from www.vecteezy.com/

Пікірлер: 353

@rain4825 Жыл бұрын

About plasticine, for those who don't really know the product, it's kinda like a playdoh that never goes bad. you can just sculpt whatever and reuse it for later. It is not made to make permanent stuff by itself. Some key points: it works with heat, the hotter it it the easier you can work it (that's why it's no use using force, just keep it in your hands will soften it), once you've sculpted something you like, you can just put it in the freezer for it to harden. It is used as a mold in this video but you can otherwise make molds of things you sculpted with it, like plaster or silicone. the kind I use is safe for children as it is not toxic, but make sure when you buy, also it comes in different hardness, the harder are generally better for detailed works and the softer are (obviously) easier to shape and mold. With use over time, it will keep on assimilating impurities, which can be resolved by heating it until it becomes liquid, then sift it. Do mix it afterwards before letting it set because the componants can separate in liquid state. (that's how it goes for mine, do check to make sure for yours). I got mine years ago so I don't know how expensive it is nowadays, but it is infinitely reusable, so unless you're sculpting something enormous, I'd recommend giving it a try.

@rebeccacbrown13 Жыл бұрын

This is the most realistic result I've ever seen. Making your own plaster molds with real rocks seems so obvious in retrospect, but I've never seen it before!

@izzyjones7108 Жыл бұрын

I've done it, used real rocks pressed into foam rock shapes...

@tryhardaov-cok6933 8 ай бұрын

I got a better textures doing it without molds or electric tools

@andrewbriggs2279 Жыл бұрын

i only clicked on this as i saw the name "geordie" .Being from england i expected a person from newcastle ( a geordie) to host the video. im so glad i clicked on it, one of the best vids ive seen in a long time and the enthusiasm you have is a breath of fresh air.

@youtousim Жыл бұрын

For someone wanting to be less product dependent, cork bark is a nice alternative for Rock for formations. Learned a lot, thanks for the in depth guide!

@richardokeeffe8375 5 ай бұрын

Amazing build! Soundtrack being straight out of Brotato was a surprise winner!

@penguinparades Жыл бұрын

It is always a good day when you release a video! I've done this before with old sculpey polyclay I had lying around that was too dry and dirty do use for sculpting. Definitely make sure to wash your rocks thoroughly, any sand or dirt will stick in the mold and may lower reusability. Also use harder rocks that won't crumble and make a mess in your mold, those were annoying lessons to learn. I definitely need to find some plasticine for future projects. Thanks for showing it!

@Geordiecrafts Жыл бұрын

That's a good suggestion! I didn't clean my rocks before pressing them into the plasicine, but it would definitely help over the long run to keep the plasticine clean and good to use! Thanks for the tip 😊

@Stephen-rk2to 7 ай бұрын

Just an old tip I've used for years. Instead of using real small rocks, use cat litter. Its light weight and cheap.

@poilaaliop 5 ай бұрын

Perlite is also a good option, and even lighter!

@LancerThomas 3 ай бұрын

Cat litter absorbs moisture (kinda what it’s designed to do) and degrades over time. I’ve seen the results of cat litter used as scenic materials and it’s not pretty.

@Stephen-rk2to 3 ай бұрын

I have scenery I made for war gaming from 35 years ago that is still fine. I have no idea what you're talking about.

@lilpain1997 2 ай бұрын

@@Stephen-rk2to Kinda useless to use that stuff though when you can get small rocks for really cheap anyway. Wont have the issue of them potentially degrading and its not toxic which from knowledge cat litter can be.

@Stephen-rk2to 2 ай бұрын

@lilpain1997 like I said. It's cheap and I've never had any issues with degrading. 6 bucks and I have a lifetime supply of "rocks" that don't degrade and looks fantastic.

@Valorah 7 ай бұрын

I’m just getting into miniature modelling and your videos have been the best thing ever. Thank you for your time making these!

@izzyjones7108 Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad i found your channel.. I am obsessed with making miniature scenes...I'm a total cinemaphile, movie lover, especially weird films...and I like making scenes from movies in little boxes ..I've got several hanging around, and I give them to people .. but this was really cool.

@KnarbMakes Жыл бұрын

Very cool. I need to get some plastiline! Havent thought of that before.

@Geordiecrafts Жыл бұрын

It worked better than I thought it would! And its handy to have around for other things too 😁

@Karlmakesstuff Жыл бұрын

Ok, this is definitely a technique I'll be yoinking 😁 surprised the plasticine takes detail so well, wouldn't have thought to try that. Looking forward to the next part where you shall bring us... A Shrubbery!

@Geordiecrafts Жыл бұрын

Yeah I was a little surprised it worked as well as it did too! Definitely a good item to keep in the crafting arsenal! I promise I will bring a single shrubbery! No more no less! 😅

@pezpengy9308 Жыл бұрын

NEE!

@CaptWesStarwind Жыл бұрын

@@pezpengy9308 Noo! Noo!

@bigdenopaints Жыл бұрын

Your videos are KILLER!!

@IngoGarza 8 ай бұрын

I was really struggling with my diorama and this video got me back on track. Thank you so much

@RealTerrainHobbies Жыл бұрын

Well, that Plasticine mold is pretty dang amazing. Well done Geordie, really great video and awesome edit🙌

@Geordiecrafts Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! The plastcine definitely worked better than I thought it would haha. I guess that's why experimenting is useful! (Something I know you also do a lot of)

@MiniQuest64 Жыл бұрын

Perfect Timing, because I'm about to make some rocks!

@Geordiecrafts Жыл бұрын

Excellent! 😊

@f4llendeity940 Жыл бұрын

Just came across your channel as I enjoy making terrains, and always look to learn something new. I have never used static grass but the technique looks like it works well.

@BPCustomCreations Жыл бұрын

nice one! I look forward to part 2

@Paint_Quest Жыл бұрын

Great tips! And the post-production of the video is amazing! Keep up the good work 🎉

@Scapesy Жыл бұрын

Great video as always! Thanks!!

@jimihaze7085 Жыл бұрын

Amazing!! Loved this walkthrough!

@CCMinis Жыл бұрын

ROCK and STONE! Nice video Geordie! The editing was very fun =]

@Geordiecrafts Жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick! I had a blast! 😊 (explosion pun intended)

@HO-bndk 5 ай бұрын

Coffee grounds. What an absolutely brilliant idea for colouring the basic groundwork.

@TerrainTronics Жыл бұрын

Fantastic advice on the plasticine. I'm thinking of making some columns soon, but I don't really need/want to make proper silicon molds for a 1 off project. One of the thoughts that popped into my head when you spoke about the rocks vs plaster is that when you make the plasticine molds as you did, you'll always get a flat back to the rock. Useful for getting as much surface area attached to the foam! On the downside, it does mean that you can only mold flat bottomed items.

@Geordiecrafts Жыл бұрын

Yeah plasticine is great for those one off projects! That's a good point about the columns, a bit of a limited application but still workable 😊

@rain4825 Жыл бұрын

Just do 2 halves of a column and glue the flat sides together afterwards, maybe?

@DanielPopma 11 ай бұрын

Do it like the ancients, one section at a time stacked

@gobboscrem Жыл бұрын

damn the production value is amazing, big fan of the stop motion and panning time lapse!

@jakemxmillan5864 11 ай бұрын

I immediately liked your way of crafting an editing and love your final results. Pleeasee upload more ❤️

@thirdeyenz 11 ай бұрын

This is so good! I thought I'd have to make complex messy silicon molds to utilise real rocks but this will be perfect for what I want to do. I think if I mash a bunch of rocks into the plasticine and add some reinforcement material I could make large cliff wall pieces. Thank you!

@BillMakingStuff Жыл бұрын

Nice idea to use plasticine

@NatesMiniatures Жыл бұрын

Geordie this is very well done both the realistic terrain and the editing, was a joy to watch you create.

@Geordiecrafts Жыл бұрын

Thanks Nate! I appreciate it! 🙏

@jannemec2338 Жыл бұрын

@willm59 11 ай бұрын

Great idea. Well presented and well executed. Also really liked the paint scheme. Sub earned!

@worldforger9225 Жыл бұрын

This is fantastic! I'll need to try this. I do have some thermo-plastic just sitting around

@davidnandrin8825 Жыл бұрын

Well done !!! Very nice editing , very funny ! Thank you !

@jakecrowe3797 Жыл бұрын

Amazing editing! Can’t wait to watch more.

@Isgonesomewhere Жыл бұрын

Awesome video, really helped me out and gave me LOADS of ideas.

@johnkeitley9168 Жыл бұрын

Excellent idea. Best I've seen yet. Thanks for sharing.

@gunslingerbones 5 ай бұрын

Awesome idea and effect. Thank you

@davidbauman4705 Жыл бұрын

I’m impressed, never seen the plasticine before

@Chimer24-qs5wo Ай бұрын

The plasticine idea is brilliant and one I'll certainly be giving a go with my terrain builds. Great beginning to your diorama. Thank you for sharing. Subscribed )O(

@NigeyWigey 2 ай бұрын

Ok that plasticine stop motion bit got me. Great use of materials!

@stefanblackadder5236 Жыл бұрын

Every time I watch one of your videos I’m glad I subscribed!

@chrisgilbey8107 Жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos, not only are they informative but you, are amazing and so mesmerising plus I love your humour 😂.. ❤

@MTspeed_Crafts Жыл бұрын

This is awesome i'm defiantly going to have to try this!

@Fourwheeljive Жыл бұрын

Fabulous work my friend. Learned great ideas and techniques for my Diecast cars dioramas.

@photogfrank2146 Жыл бұрын

This is really awesome Geordie Crafts! I subscribed and "HIT" the like button! Now I'm waiting for the sequel!

@lovecontemplation8607 Ай бұрын

As someone I just watched made their own sculptamold that looked to be absolutely amazing and also dirt cheap. Find Cellulose insulation, and use that with plaster/gypsum, as a substitute for sculptamold.

@herpenderper Жыл бұрын

Product and production value is just... *chefs kiss* Def equal or better to the big crafting channels!

@Geordiecrafts Жыл бұрын

Aw thank you for the kind words! ☺️

@sarahbell1370 Жыл бұрын

Just came across this. I use this plastercine for glass mould forms and I don't know why I didn't think of it for rocks!!!! Excellent. Using it as the actual mould to put the plaster into.

@tmseh Жыл бұрын

You're *smushing* technique is excellent! Subbed and notified. ThanQ for the video. 🤘😎

@ethobbyshow Жыл бұрын

Who woulda thunk that rocks would be used to make rock molds.! Genius! Lol great work Geordie I think they look great

@edevans5991 Жыл бұрын

I think I read that even the commercial rock molds are taken from actual rocks.

@PatrickSamphire Жыл бұрын

Never thought about using plasticine. Great idea. I'll give it a go.

@joshmortimer3433 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for the tips

@JiluMiah-ek2rd 9 ай бұрын

One the most simplest and of course, realistic I’ve seen so far. I’m thinking of building a rock mini crawler course for indoors. Seen some examples they’re using but I want to use foam as a base. To keep it light as possible and adding/remove terrain as I’m testing the course. I like the mix medium element in this diorama. But this is the first time I’ve seen someone use grout and a brush!! 👏👏👏 awesome. oh and plasticine

@ToffeeTroll 5 ай бұрын

Well this was so usefull so I have to follow 😮. Great work 😊

@DingoPaints Жыл бұрын

Great video Geordie, good ideas too love it Thank you

@dallasmarshall4317 Жыл бұрын

Incredible work!

@johnschutt9187 Жыл бұрын

Truly excellent work. Thank you.

@RisingApe Жыл бұрын

Can’t believe I hadn’t watched this yet, they looked amazing, obviously 😮

@jolla9963 Жыл бұрын

Have never thought about plastacine for a mold, but will be now.

@nightcitycrafts Жыл бұрын

Great end product. I'll have to try it sometime.

@davidackroyd3378 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that. This is the best modelling video for content I have seen in a long time. 👍👍👍

@jrsdiecastcars1978 Жыл бұрын

Nice work and it helps me out thanks for sharing

@brucewoods9377 Жыл бұрын

Excellent technique I think I shall copy this for my model Railway layout

@ebengamuz7175 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the BEST Diorama 👏🎉

@markjolyn94 6 ай бұрын

Looks like a great product. I would a least have to try it. Great tutorial! It jogged my memory of things learned years ago

@user-ox9nq1nn4w 3 ай бұрын

Excellent job very professional

@Swandog1343 Жыл бұрын

Really great video! Will definitely buy some plasticine to try out on my next terrain project!

@wfpnknw32 9 ай бұрын

great solution! very creative

@itribbits633 Жыл бұрын

great video jordey im your biggest fan!!

@vikingofengland 10 ай бұрын

Top work, given me some ideas for my model railway.

@noveltypenmanship Жыл бұрын

i've been wanting to try some customs molds and plasticine does look handy 🤘 thanks lady

@stanstevens6289 Жыл бұрын

What an excellent idea!!!

@uncardedreviews9721 Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial 👍

@garretclark6731 Жыл бұрын

This is revolutionary. I had the same thouts about the pre made molds and casting my own out of silicone is even more expensive.

@paklihingcraftchannel 10 ай бұрын

Amazing. Thanks for share 👍

@Sad7Statue Жыл бұрын

I've been watching a lot of diorama videos over the last month. I'm just at the painting/foliage stage and I needed a little more inspiration. I can't believe I just found your channel now, awesome production quality and very entertaining!

@jhoncartagina30 Жыл бұрын

This is an amazing work

@loydcogswell294 7 ай бұрын

As a scale model builder of Armor, I use a ton of different techniques to make my Dioramas. I’ve used a similar technique in several projects, and I’ve found that if I use acrylic paint in the plaster of rocks and other objects it serves a few purposes. First it makes painting and dry brushing easier, and second if someone accidentally touches and breaks a plaster piece it’s not plaster white and easier to repair. Good tips in your video though 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@krzysztofmathews738 Жыл бұрын

This is definitely useful. Thank you!

@danielcaffiaux9756 Жыл бұрын

Superbe diorama, très réaliste.

@WillinrowArts Жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@keefardin612 Жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT BACKDROP FOR MY BONZAI TREES

@georgeadsett-knutsen829 Жыл бұрын

Looks terrific!

@MrEyescream Жыл бұрын

that was really enjoyable and you made it look so easy. the vid was short, not over complicated and very interesting. (not like me) even tho i never build something....but if i do, i think i will use that advice. :)

@vascotoys Жыл бұрын

Great video and great results! Will have to try out plasticine!

@julianfrundt4609 Ай бұрын

This was amazing thank you

@robinred1851 5 ай бұрын

When you want an unendless variety of rockmolds use aluminium foil used for grilling. It's much thicker than normal kitchen foil and wider. You can get it in width up to 60 cm. To test it just take a piece of let's say 30x30 cm and scram it together. Not to tight, you should be able to pull it apart again. From this scrambled piece make a form so you can pour plaster in it, just like you would do with a rockmold. With this method I have made rock-faces up to 50x40 cms. 💖From the Čech Republic🇨🇿

@smallscenesh0 Жыл бұрын

It is a very interesting concept... Your work is great!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

@danbailey8182 Жыл бұрын

One cannot argue with the results

@forgingaheadinart Жыл бұрын

Fantastic work!! Thanks for all of your tips and techniques!! You do an amazing job with your editing and explaining what you are doing!! Keep up the good work and I look forward to seeing the conclusion of the project!!

@josh4048 Жыл бұрын

Omg! Your amazing I can’t wait to try all these on my next base! I have a land rover model I’m building and I want a realistic mountain trail to have as my base!

@fido139 Жыл бұрын

You had me at spanking for no reason. LOL! 😆 I'm trying to make a UFO/saucer landing site.

@designerpotplanter7555 Жыл бұрын

Excellent you give us good idea thank you very much

@keithdenner9441 Жыл бұрын

Great work!

@edhorst7212 Жыл бұрын

Although not a gamer but instead a modeler in HO size kits along with military 1/35 scale kits. Excellent choice using the plasticine for molds is less expensive along with time saving product, Brilliant!! Subscribed also🎶✌️☕️☕️

@Faecaloma Жыл бұрын

the little beads of moldable plastic work really well, too. lay it over some rocks to get a mold. when you want another shape just drop the plastic back into hot water and make a new mold.

@warrenarmstrong2154 Жыл бұрын

You can add black or brown or whatever colour of paint to the white plaster that way if it breaks it is less noticeable

@ChimeraWargaming Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your video 🙂🙂

@shinybugg9156 8 ай бұрын

Nice! I didn't know about plasticine!

@stwiig.paints Жыл бұрын

Your videos are of such a high quality and they're so Informative while also still cutting out all the fat! Definitely subscribing and following this hobby journey.