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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #15 on: April 26, 2016, 01:39:50 am »
Relating to Ripley's comment, I did notice the open view ports of the vehicles in the pictures which I assume are not a feature of the kits. Not a problem for me ^___^.

The problem with 3D rendering is that the 3D models we used for the rendering is different from
that of our 3D drawings.  In our industry, 3D drawings <is not equal to> 3D models, thus creating
minor feature compatibility issues.   We would rather spend time to update our 3D drawings than
spending extra time to modify a 3D model to match exactly like our plastic kit.  The rendering
might take a few hours, but only used as an artwork, then is put aside forever...

Furthermore, the artwork is an outsource job, thus creating even more human communication
issues.  Rather spend the time to focus on product development as long as the 3D rendering
depicts closely what we wanted to represent and within a close similarity.

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« Last Edit: April 26, 2016, 01:41:52 am by Rubicon Models »

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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #16 on: April 26, 2016, 02:44:35 am »
No problem Rubicon . You've put up the sprues on this site for all can see what is , and is not in the box  . A lot better than some of the other companies that just show off the completed kit ( sometimes its the resin kit substituting for the plastic    :o )  You guys are # 1 in my book

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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #17 on: April 26, 2016, 09:45:53 am »
There's always going to be some problems with box art Pinky

Yes, that's true.  Although good box art can be very inspiring (and Rubicon's does the job well in most cases).  It was worth mentioning in case it was fixable.  I also assumed that Rubicon were looking to avoid using SS imagery on the box art, as it can be an issue in countries like Germany.

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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #18 on: May 02, 2016, 10:49:02 am »
Have a fun May Day or alternatively International Labour Day

...for our commrades, here is the cover art for our 280034 SU-85/SU-122 SPG.


...and this is the cover art for our 280033 Allied Stowage Set 1.
Not happy with the trap, but it's a limitation on the 3D rendering capability on the software we used.


Enjoy!
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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #19 on: May 02, 2016, 03:55:05 pm »
Excellent.
What is also useful is it also shows how to paint the crate.

Is the wording on the end of the drum going to turn up on a decal set at some time?

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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #20 on: May 02, 2016, 06:05:11 pm »
Is the wording on the end of the drum going to turn up on a decal set at some time?

Probably somewhere on a truck kit or something... ;)

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« Reply #21 on: May 02, 2016, 07:10:18 pm »
A big 'da tovarishch' to the SU-122/85 cover art!

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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #22 on: May 04, 2016, 03:08:35 pm »
Is the wording on the end of the drum going to turn up on a decal set at some time?

Probably somewhere on a truck kit or something... ;)

Excellent

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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #23 on: May 11, 2016, 07:46:06 pm »
Some promotional material for our FB page...
Again privileged preview on this forum first!








Enjoy!
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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #24 on: May 12, 2016, 12:04:21 am »
Looking good !

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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #25 on: May 12, 2016, 10:30:49 pm »
Great! But when will the new M4 be in the store?

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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #26 on: May 12, 2016, 11:40:55 pm »
What new M4?  All we've seen is some test shots of revised M4A3 components.  Rubicon haven't said what they're actually putting out.

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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #27 on: May 13, 2016, 05:56:00 pm »
Our Q2/16 Product Catalog will soon be available to our channel partners in small quantities.
A digital version will soon be available for download as well.


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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #28 on: May 14, 2016, 01:35:17 am »
Looking good!  :)

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Re: Q2/16 New Releases
« Reply #29 on: May 19, 2016, 04:47:41 pm »
Commercial samples of our Q2/16 new releases had finally arrived at our studio today.
Once checked and approved, shipment will be sent to our warehouse for immediate
distribution!


Enjoy!
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