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[JohnRatzenberger]

This is a holiday mojo-builder that started from a thread here, which itself has links back to two threads that are the real root - and for which we must credit members Splash and Sir T for the idea and preliminaries.

The GB runs from December 20th to January 31st (all times local); your GBL is jRatz.

The GB is a play on words - Compact Disc and Compact Diorama - and the purpose/goal is to build a model of any scale or subject or whatever, preferably a small scene, that fits completely within the circumference of a CD (or equivalent size DVD, BlueRay - you get the idea.)

Extra credit and karma is awarded if the subject of the diorama matches the CD title.

I think all questions have been answered in the main thread, but here's a summary:

-- The title was Compact Diorama to match Compact Disc, the limiting base/size for the model. It is really difficult to say a real diorama was intended or that was just a clever play on words or both, but then again, an aircraft or car sitting on tarmac is essentially, albeit weakly, a diorama. Probably the best assumption was that the CD would be covered with something and we'd not just have a shiny CD, hole and all, sitting there. But in the end, just building a model that fits within a CD is OK ....

-- To fit completely within the circumference might require some creativity, we have already had some discussion about placing an aircraft in an extreme bank to get the wings to fit.

-- The CD may be in any position, not just horizontal - we have had some discussion that suggests something creatively blasting out of a vertical CD.

-- You may use an old, blank CD, as the base - you do not have to ruin a good one (although some have dangerously suggested using one of their partner's sappy favorites - that's a judgment call for which UAMF bears no responsibility). However, if you are claiming the CDio matches CDisc award, you must display the subject CDisc next to your CDio.

That should do it, but if not ask away.

I am really looking forward to this - when it first came up, I had an idea snack me right in the forehead and I have been waiting ever since. Since then we have had a couple discussions that indicate some very creative ideas. I hope everyone is ready .... we start on the 20th.

So, check in here and start your thread as soon as you can ....

[philp]

Checking in. Will start my thread when I get to that point. Still have a Review kit that has priority.

Also still stuck on which idea(s) to go for. Will need to look at the models and make my choice(s).

[jssel]

Checking in with photos on the morning.

[fredk]

Checking in. Will start as soon as I can but don't know just when.

[iggie]

All present and correct (ish) here!
Photos to follow, but I'm unlikely to start before Chrimbo due to work and family pressures......oh and the Revell Merlin helicopter currently occupying the bench

[AndrewR]

I will be joining in, but an early start is unlikely, as I am still marking exams!

[Purplethistle]

Dammit! ....just had another idea! ....need to see if I can pick up a 1/144 Me.262

[Molly-new]

Checking in and able to start straight away as I have no work to get in the way. I will lose a week in the middle though as I will be off to 'sunnier climes' mid way through.

[Arcwelder]

Dammit! ....just had another idea! ....need to see if I can pick up a 1/144 Me.262

Revell did one in their recent Micro Wings series.

[fredk]

Dammit! ....just had another idea! ....need to see if I can pick up a 1/144 Me.262

Revell did one in their recent Micro Wings series.

Recent? you're a new boy on the block. That kit is over 40 years old. Its terrible, but also very cheap. About £2 at LMS or £1 when I got mine from Hannants [no longer in stock]

[TobyC]

Although I'm not taking part I shall follow this with interest. Hoping someone will have a Thin Lizzy CD with a Lysander on it

[AndrewR]

Here's my USS Freedom in 1/1250 ish scale. It's a no-name prepainted model, but I've added the camouflage and done some detail painting and weathering.

[Arcwelder]

Dammit! ....just had another idea! ....need to see if I can pick up a 1/144 Me.262

Revell did one in their recent Micro Wings series.

Recent? you're a new boy on the block. That kit is over 40 years old. Its terrible, but also very cheap. About £2 at LMS or £1 when I got mine from Hannants [no longer in stock]

Heh. I meant the "Micro Wings" branding. And yes, it ain't great but at least cheap.

[Stuart]

I'm on board - thread started. I'm really busy at this time of year but I hope to do something.

[Stuart]

Here's my USS Freedom in 1/1250 ish scale. It's a no-name prepainted model, but I've added the camouflage and done some detail painting and weathering.

That is really nice Andrew!