It is one of the machines that has been the subject of countless MOCs over the years and its status as a symbol of the Star Wars universe is undoubtedly for something ...
This time, it's Rusty , inspired by Marshall Banana's MOC, whose dewback we were able to admire a few months ago, who's taking on the challenge.
His X-Wing is well done, the cockpit is original, and Rusty didn't take the easy route by avoiding the classic LEGO piece usually used for this purpose. The nose of the craft is a little too thin for my taste (or maybe the cheese slopes are giving me that impression...) but it integrates well with the overall design. The rear is particularly well executed, and the engines are simple enough not to detract from the very cohesive final result.
The presentation support, although bulky, is ingenious, it does not distort the overall presentation of the vessel and is an integral part of the MOC.
Other views, including a close-up of the cockpit, are available on Rusty 's (aka magikstef) flickr gallery .
One remark, however, intended for all talented MOCeurs: Don't neglect the staging of your photos. A checkered tablecloth, poor lighting, or a blurry photo can mess up your work and a lot of fans will miss out on your MOC because the shots or presentation don't measure up.
No need to start designing a photo studio if you don't want to or can't afford it: A simple white sheet and daylight will be enough to showcase your work for the enjoyment of the whole community.
