Since wood is a material with reasonable weight, pleasant texture, and tactile quality, it's often used in model making. Wooden models attract viewers and inspire model builders through their natural and tactile appearance.
In this context, creating your first wooden model is highly reasonable! So, how can you begin with the construction?
Creating a Wooden Model
First and foremost, you should choose a suitable type of wood, such as balsa wood, especially suitable for beginners. Balsa wood is easy to cut and shape. You'll need various tools like cutting knives, engraving tools, and glue to successfully craft your wooden model. These tools include a chisel, a blade holder, a gouge, and a round cutter for working with wood.
You mark the intersection points and layers using a pen, which are then cut out. These small wooden pieces will represent the overall model once assembled. A ruler and cutting mat can help you better understand the volume of your model.
You assemble the pieces and finish the model with final touches: paint your model using a brush and ultimately decide whether your model needs varnishing or sanding.
Details and Advanced Model Craftsmanship
Wooden models typically consist of three or four parts: a base structure, a covering, and potentially automated mechanisms. In architectural models, designing exterior features requires a bit more skill. Laser devices can be used if necessary to apply specific textures onto your model's surface.
