First off a big thanks to the participants, sponsors, and judges who helped to make Trash Bash 2011 possible. It has been inspirational to see how contestants have solved the challenge of using a discarded deodorant container to create a vehicle. And it's been a lot of fun to read the back stories and parts lists that accompany all of these models. Check the comments box below for links to each contestant's blog or website for more information on each entry.
Great work everyone!
First Place: William Burke- B86 DROF Motors Road Utility Surface Buggy
Judges really responded to the completeness of concept for this vehicle and its somewhat odd configuration. The final paintjob ties it all together and the backstory of a beleaguered Quar named G'wible really added to the concept of the vehicle. William used the clear, green plastic of the deodorant container to great effect and his use of decals looks realistic and well thought out.
Second Place: Ward Shrake- Russian Heavy Hovercraft Tank and German Scout Car
Ward created two models for his final entry and the level of finish on both vehicles is amazing. The back story for these models not only assassinates Joseph Stalin but also implies a future of man portable beam weapons. Ward is truly a mad scientist of modeling, using heat tools to fuse plastic and "Sharpie Juice" and model glue to color and texture his creations.
Third Place: Duke Dreal- Pirate Hovertank
This entry was created in the true sprit of trash bashing. Other than a few Hirst Arts castings the whole thing is cleverly constructed out of household refuse. The paint scheme and design concept are pure Star Wars and the tank fits right into a game of Star Wars Miniatures. Duke has used a stockpile of discards to create a really useful gaming piece.
Honorable Mentions:
It was exceedingly difficult to choose only three winners for this contest so I'd like to also recognize the other contestants and their entries. Everyone single one is inspirational in its use of trash bashing techniques and overall creativity. (The following are listed in no particular order.)
Clarke Payne- Yiksossi Reaver Raiding Skimmer:
Tom Perrin- The Shark Amphibious Assault Vehicle:
Larry Hammer- The Coarse Hare River Gunboat:
Jess Carver- Star Frontiers Explorer:
Congrats to the winners! It's a real pleasure to see some good old fashioned proper Old School kitbashing!
ReplyDeleteWell done, people!
Leland R. Erickson
Thanks for picking my entry for the win.
ReplyDeleteThanks Brian for hosting this contest the other contestants the Judges and the sponsors.
It was a fun little project and I had always wanted to use that container for something.
Everyone showed great imagination in what can be made from simple stuff. Well done