Tom built the Tamiya 8-ton half-track w/quad 20mm flak, otherwise known as Sd.Kfz. 7/1 out of the box.   Tom's approach to painting and weathering his armor projects generally showed an "impressionist" method.   It was not really about the details, but more of the look of the project in a broad sense, like an image he saw in his head.   I guess you can think of it as painting a 3D piece of canvas.   To that end, Tom is depicting a spring, Eastern Front scenario, using products from the Vallejo line. Tom applied five different shades of Vallejo pigments, and three different washes to reproduce his vision.   So long Tom. We'll miss you.

Toledo Plastic Modelers mourn the sudden loss of long time member Thomas "Tom" Cox, 70, who passed away at his home on April 8, 2018.   Tom was born September 25, 1947, in Wyandotte, MI, and was a proud Air Force Veteran who served honorably during the Vietnam War.   Tom was an automobile salesman for more than 30 years, and after retiring continued to do work for the Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye teams. Tom was an active member of IPMS Toledo Plastic Modelers.   His scale models have won numerous awards in national, regional, and local competition.   His positive attitude, his enthusiasm, and his willingness to share his skills with other members will be missed.   The club members offer their condolences, thoughts, and prayers to the family.

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