NemVia Productions

Today I started building the base for a box that will shroud the Drydock model. The box will be used to protect the model during transport. Hopefully to a few model shows. I'm making the top and sides with hinges so the box can be opened as a display case. I will be lining the base and sides with black velvet material. Black velvet absorbs light so it will be easier to photograpgh the model from different angles and it will appear to be hanging in space. At least that's the idea. I'm also adding some castors so that the box can be safely moved on the floor. After I finish this box it will be easier for me to do the finally assembly and wiring of the entire model, including the PL Enterprise. Once these are in place I can start building those hexagon lights, the booms and the other spot lights and better judge their size and distance from the ship. I'll have more pictures in a few days, but now everything is winding down to completion. Keep checking! More to come!

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I've added 2 new pics to Drydock pt II. The final details for the underside of the Overhead modules has been added. I'm now completely finished with that part of the model. I've also added some re-enforcement for the modules armature. This will help support the weight of the panel frames. I'll get a picture of that in there by the next update. Now, I will be working on the models mounting box which will house the entire model for when I transport it hopefully to model shows. I need to do this now because once I assemble the panel frames to the overhead modules, it will be very difficult to move the model around. Plus I'll have a stable surface to work on the additional details and wiring that will be added when the re-fit model gets added. Stay tuned! More to come!

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I have added just one pic in Drydock pt. II. I have finished putting the inserts and colored gels on the entire port side frame. (21 panels) I added the pic to show how much closer I am to finishing this project. Now I'm working on the Starboard side and should have that finished by the end of  next week. Then I can start assembling the frames to the overhead modules! Enjoy the pic and see you in the next update!

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Todays Drydock pt II update has 3 pics in it. I have finally connected together all of the light panels and have a test lighting pic. They're all working good! That will be the last time you see the panels frames in "WHITE". I began spraying the panels and frames on Monday. It takes about 2 to 2 1/2 hours per side to have everything completely painted. By "side"  I mean inside and outside. There are so many details to paint so it takes a lot of time to make sure everything is covered. I just finished the final touch-ups today (Wednesday). Next I'm now adding some of the numberings that are seen on the backs of the light panles. There is only One panel in ST:TMP that the numbers are completely visible on the screen. I'm using White Dry-Transfers to add this finish touch. In the next update I'll have the front of the light panels with their inserts in place, then I'll begin working on the work booms, and work lights as well as starting on the Gangway mechanism and also the top parts of the overhead modules! See you next update!

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In this weeks update,  I had to add a 2nd Chapter to the ST:TMP Drydock Project. I now have over 200 pics in Chapter 1. So for the latest updates check the ST:TMP Drydock Project part II. Now, on to business! I've finally assembled one complete side of the panel frames along with the spindle assemblies. Sorry it took so long for this update, but the spindles took quite a long time to finish. I'll be starting on the other side of the panel frames as soon as I post this. Hopefully, by next week I'll be able to have these assemblies painted and begin mounting them to the overhead modules. It's getting exciting now! I can't wait to get the Enterprise into this thing! Until the next update.... Keep checking the site!

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I have 10 new pics posted in the Drydock Project on the last page. I'm now working on the "Spindles" which connect the frames to each other. Originally I counted 560 of these spindles, but now I've changed the number, at least at this point, to 490. I have one set of these completed using flat washers and finishing washers and dowels to make the correct shape of the spindles. If you look at the pics you'll see that when these pieces are combined the final shape appears very close! Hopefully I'll have all of these elements finished withing the next two weeks! Let me know what you think. See you next update~!

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I've finished adding all of the power modules (84 to be exact) to the upper support rods. These are all mounted on the inside of the frames. On the outsides I've added what appear to be tanks, I guess, of some sort. If you look closely on the flybys of TMP you'll see the Drydock is riddled with hundreds of these tanks all over the structure. Coming up I've begun working on the spindles (560 that I'm aware of) that will connect the structure frames to each other. I've found a unique way as to how to make these with a minimum effort. I think you'll be pleased with my solution. I should have at least one of the sets of 10 done be the end of this coming week. Until then keep checking the site! Thanx!

~NemVia~  

In this weeks update, I'm working on what I'm going to call "Power Distribution Modules" For the light panels. This is a detail thats seen on all of the side light panels on the upper support rods. There are 84 of these to be made. These will then be cemented to each of the panels, then a few more details will be added on the reverse sides once they're installed. After that I will be working on the connection pieces that will hold all of the panels together. I've been balking on this part because there will be over 560 of these to be made. After these pieces are all assembled, I can add a few strengthening rods to support the weight of the side panels, then I can finally paint all of the side structures then assemble them to the overhead modules. Don't get too excited though, it's still not quite finished. I still have to work on the work light booms, the work lights, the mooring emitters and also the gangway assembly that will marry the two models together. But hang in there, I'm getting close to finishing this baby. Until the next update...

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I just added 4 more pics on page 15 of the DRYDOCK. These are the test lighting of the modules and a test shot of the model with one side of the side light panels in place.

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Sorry about the delay. It finally got warm and dry enough to get some yardwork done around the house. In this weeks Drydock update, I have 16 new pics for you starting on page 14. There have been a lot of annoying little details that I've had to finish up, but the modules are finally permanently together. YAY!!!! I can now start on preparing the sidepanels to be mounted and wired. In the next update I'll have a few lighting tests of the module lights without the obstructions of the Testors paint cans in the way. More to come, so stay tuned!!!

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Just a minor update this week. I've finished the wiring for the overhead module lights. I'll have some light test pics in my next update. All of the inserts are now in place. I'm now going to start building the connection points for the modules so they'll finally be 1 unit. Then I'll mount them to the armature frame so I can work on connecting the sides of the drydock to the overhead modules. Whatever those connector things are, or what ever they're for, there's over 540 of them. I have some ideas as to how I'm going to make them, so we'll see how this works out. I also am working on how the side frames will be supported by the modules. But It's coming along well. I've had a few setbacks due to the spring "Yard" clean-up, but once that's out of the way I can refocus on the Drydock. See you next update.

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As of tomorrow, 5/11/08, It will be officially 1 year since I've begun work on the Drydock! Whew!!!!! Time flies..... In this weeks update I have 5 new pics in the Drydock page. 3 pics are lighting tests for the mark lighting underneath the overhead modules. I have to say, it looks sharp. I've also begun cutting the inserts and punching holes for lighting effects for the light panels. I have one pic that shows some of the wiring for this in the modules. Pretty soon I can mount it to the armature and begin the final building of the entire panel assemblies. More updates on that when the time comes.

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Okay! I have a 17 new pics in this weeks update for you to enjoy. I've been working on a lot of the visible interior parts for the overhead modules. This includes the front hanger bays and the rear bay which reveals the possibility of this huge structure to also contain some storage areas for Shuttle craft, workbees, travel pods and cargo containers. I've also built some details for those little square recesses that are seen underneath the modules and I've begun some of the lighting and wiring that will help enhance this scratchbuild to a great degree and compliment the PL Enterprise when the two models are finally married together to make one awesome ( in my opinion ) model for all to enjoy. It's getting there little by little. In the next update, I'll have the light panels for the modules added in as well as more of the mark lighting. Stay tuned! And ENJOY!!!!!!

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In this weeks update of the Drydock, I've finished detailing both the fore and aft ends of the overhead modules and have primed them so I can apply it's final color. I've included a reference pic of the original filming model so you can see how the models compare. Next I'll be working on the visible interiors of the hanger bays on the modules then they will be connected to each other finally! Next, I'll start some of the wiring for the lighting effects. I'll have more pics of the finished paint job in the next update... so STAY TUNED!

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There's not a whole lot of updating pics that I can add this time, because the detailing work takes a while to do and since the modules are detailed pretty much the same it would be pointless to show you more of the same thing. However, I've had a few modelers ask how I did some of the detailing work. So in this update I have a few pics of how it's done. It takes a little time to do this, but I think the finished results look pretty good. In the next update I'll be showing pics of the front and rear ends of the Overhead Modules detailing by the hangers and viewports. See you then!

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In this  Drydock Project update, I've finished the tensioning rods for all of the curved panel frames. I've reviewed TMP once again and noticed that there are very minor details to be added between the curved frames. The pics on page 10 show what I mean. I'm going to call these little squares that I've added junction boxes in which I can run additional wiring through in case I've left out some sort of lighting. I've also begun more detail work on the sides of the overhead modules. After recievening some very interesting pics of one of the Drydock Models that was used in one of the TV series, and auctioned off at Christie's, I was able to use those pics as a referent. At first I wasn't sure if this was going to look good, but when I took pics of it I thought it looked very good. I've left these pics a little larger so when you click on the "FULL VIEW" you can check out the details a little better. After I finish the detailing work, I'll be working on the Hangers on either sides of the modules. Hope you enjoy!!!!! Until the next update....

-NemVia-

In this weeks update of the Drydock Project, I've added some pics for how I am lighting and wiring the side panels. This is just one way it can be done. I'm not saying its the right way, but I figure.... as long as it works... DO IT.  If you have any questions or suggestions concerning this, drop me a line. In my next update, I should be finished with all of the side panel lights, then I'll be adding some more details to the overhead modules and I'll show some pics of a few of the other details I'll need to add to this model. Also, I'll be adding another model kit to my Future projects page. Hope you enjoy, and thanks for visiting our site!

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I just added a "Composite" pic of the PL Enterprise and What I have built so far of the Drydock! It's actually 4 pics added together as one. But, At least it gives you an idea what the final product will hopefully look like! Hope you enjoy. I personally think it looks awesome, but hey! It's my site, right? Right.  Check out Drydock Project, page 9 slide 4. See you next update.

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In this update I've posted 2 new pics in the Drydock page. I've finishedassembling the frames for the curved upper and lower tiers on one side of the model. Next I'll be working on the other side then I'll start the wiring for each of the tiers. The pics are showing that I'm getting closer and closer to finishing this beast. It seems to be paying off. I hope you enjoy the progress as well. See you next update!

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In this update, I've finished bending all of the tubing for the panel frames, drilled holes for the wiring, and assembled all of the curved panels. Next, I'll begin the wiring and start to add the LEDs as I go. After that I'll add the tension rods to stabilize the light panels. I'm also looking into how I'm going to make the connectors which will join the curved panels with the straight ones. She's coming along very well, now. Hope you like what you see. Let me know what you think! See you next update!

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If you'd like to know how to bend some plastic tubing, go to the drydock page and check out a simple technique I'm using for the curved light panel frames.

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Hi Everyone! In this week's Drydock update I've added some more details to the frames that will strengthen the light panels. If you look at some of the closeup shots in ST:TMP you can see there are even more details than what can actually be put on my 1/350 scale, but I'm only going to include some of them, Like that panel that is seen when the spacesuit dude flips over and waves to the ship as it leaves Drydock. I've also started working on some of the curved frames and inserted the light panels. Next, I'll be wiring those as well. I haven't examined the movie for any details that are on the curved sections of the frames, but I'll get to that later. Check out the drydock page, look on page 8. Only 3 pics this time. See you in the next update!

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New Pics In the "Drydock" page. A few lighting tests. She's starting to come together!

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Okay Everyone! I've been waiting for this update as much as you have! On our Drydock model, on pages 4 & 5 You will get to see all of the details that have been added to the overhead modules. The details have been opaqued and then a basecoat of Flat White was applied to ready the model for it's final color. For now enjoy the pics that are posted and in a couple weeks I'll post pics of exactly what I used for the the details. You might be amused. Also In our Memorabilia section on Page 1, the first four pics are of some rare mags I had found at an Antique  store whilst on vacation with my wife. Hope you Enjoy. Please let me know what you think and if you feel I should add more details to this part of the model. Until the next update... See ya later!

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Just A Brief Note: We Will have some new Pics of the Drydock's Progress within the next few weeks! Please Keep Checking For Updates. We've been doing a lot of detailing work on the overhead modules which is of course is time consuming, but it's coming together. Keep scanners set on Maximum. Thanks!!!!

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Just added a couple of original pics in the Photo Archives today. One is of the PL Enterprise preparing to recieve a shuttle and another is of the Galactica, My personal favorite at this point, recieving several of her Vipers heading toward her landing bays. I was messing arround with my photosuite program and thought I'd try a few things out. More pics to come later and a new update for the drydock will be posted in the up-coming weeks. Stay Tuned.

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Thanks for being patient, everyone. The Drydock model has mucho details to be worked on. In the next update I'll be working on the overhead modules for a little while and then I'll be moving on to the the frames for the light panels and other misc. details. In this weeks Update I've added some pics to the "Future Projects" page, which is for the most part kits that I've bought in the past that are awaiting assembly. I believe my retirement will be a busy one! I apologize because I keep getting distracted by these newer projects.  Anyway, stay tuned for future updates.

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In this update, I've removed a few things and added a few things per some of our visitors' requests. The music for some of the pages seems to have been causing a problem for some so that has been removed. The pages should download and close much quicker now. Thanks for the suggestions everyone. Also the main page cursor effect has been changed and the WWBBM slide pages have been removed. The highlited or best pics from the slide show have been moved to the PHOTO ARCHIVES page to allow room for other pics and/or pages. The Future Projects page will be re-updated soon. As for our Current Project ST:TMP Drydock I've been working on the light panels that surround the sides of the ship. New Pics of the light panels are on that page. Coming soon will be the detailing of the overhead modules. See you next update!

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I just wanted to take the time to thank all of you who have visited our site over the last few months. I hope you're enjoying the latest build the ST:TMP Drydock project. Please keep visiting! In this update the armature for the Drydock model is now complete and there are test pics of the PL Enterprise together with the drydock model. Hope you enjoy them. Any coments or suggestions are welcome. Thanks again for visiting us!

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New pics added for the "Drydock". The next update I'll have some pics of the temporary armature that I'll be using while this model is being built.

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New Updates for  ST:TMP Drydock. If you want to follow along and build your own scratchbuild drydock, then take a look at some of the first Photos of our model and see what you think! More to come.

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Our updates for 567 are in the "Future Projects" page mainly modelkits that I've had in mothballs for quite a while, but they are on my list of things to do. To do when....?  I dunno. Whenever I can get to them. Anyway, I'll have the new Drydock page open very soon with what I've been accomplishing on this latest project so far. This one is going to be a tough scratchbuild as it will need to be built with a lot of details and strength in order to support both itself and the PL Enterprise. I'm really looking forward to working on this project though, and I hope all of you who visit our site will continue to check in and watch the progress being made. More updates coming soon!

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IT'S DONE! IT'S DONE! IT'S DONE! The PL Enterprise is finally Finished! There are 26 new pics in the PL Enterprise page! Please let me know what you think! And now that this is finished I can take a break! Right?   Well,... er maybe not. This is only half of the entire model! Now I can start on my next project the ST:TMP DRYDOCK!  Hope this project was helpful for those attempting to build this kit. Remember this version followed the painting directions according to the manufacturers recomendations. I still don't agree with all of the colors, but this will be corrected when I go onto NCC-1701-A sometime in the future! Hope you enjoy the pics and visit again for the progress of the DRYDOCK project. Thanx again.

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In today's update, we have about 90 items or so posted in NemVia's Memorabilia section. These are Items such as books, Fanzines, movies, Paperbacks, Hardcover, blueprints, Catalogs and other items I have collected over the years. I just wanted to share with you some of my collections. These are just a few of what I have and soon I'll post some more when I have the time. If you would like to post any items on this site, send me your pics and we'll set you up with your honorable mentions. Hope some of this stuff brings back memories. Enjoy!

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Here's an update worth waiting for! In PL Enterprise project, I've finally been able to make the armature for the ship, so it can be attached to the up and coming drydock model. All the wires are now sealed into the model and will await final wiring when the drydock is complete! Coming in the next update will be some pics of the model fully lit! Also, I'll be putting final painting touchups and decals will be finally in place. Hope you enjoy this updates pics!

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24 NEW PICs in the PL Enterprise Project. Finally the wiring has begun and the test lightings are working out good. Pretty soon the ship will be in finally assembly. Enjoy. Feedback welcome.

FYI  -  From now on NEW PICS will be at the begining of the glider so they're easier to find.

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Stay tuned! New updates for PL Enterprise coming soon! Also coming soon our Memorabilia page and Futer Projects Page.

New PL Enterprise pics. I've now begun the lighting of the ship, starting with the Warp Engines, the officers lounge, the hanger deck and part of the primary hull. More pics to come, soon!

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Okay, everyone!  I've been able to complete a lot more of the details on the PL Enterprise! Included in this update are photos 3-M, 4-D, E, F, G, 6-F, G, H, 7-I, 8-D, 9-D, 11-H, I, J, 12- C, 13, and my favorites are 14-A, B, C and D. All photos can be clicked on to be enlarged. It's taking a while, but slowly it's taking shape. In the next update, we'll be focusing on the wiring and lighting of the ship. ENJOY!

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Okay! Here's what's going on! The PL Enterprise is now updated as of today's date with about 20 or so new pics. There are still more pics that I have to re-add back into each of the other pages, but soon everything will be up and running again and regular updates will be coming soon. Don't forget the new sitename is now www.NemVia.com. Hope you enjoy! Visit us again soon!

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Hi Everyone. Were Back In business again, although there are no captions as of yet, and not all of the pics have been re-uploaded you can still enjoy most of the photos. Everything should be back to normal shortly. Again, Thanks for your patience.

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Hi Everyone! We'll have the website up and runniong again soon. Sorry for the delays. Keep checking for updates. 

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Well, It's been 1 year since our website came on line! Thanks to all who have visited our website. This year the goal will be to get at least 2 of the 3 projects finished that have been on the workbench: Work will continue on the TOS Enterprise, The PL Enterprise should be finished hopefully by the end of May and Work will begin in the ST:TMP Drydock which will compliment the PL Refit Enterprise! Today there are new Photos in the PLEnterprise page starting on page 2 Photo 22 - page 4 Photo 45. Hope you enjoy! Thanks again for all of your support. -NemVia-

New photos of the refit  hanger deck in PL Enterprise section, also starting on the saucer section.

More details have been added to the PL Enterprise model. Check out the new pics starting on page 2 pic 20 in PLEnterprise section!

Hi, Everyone! Stay tuned for some updates! Should have some pics in a few weeks! Thanks for checking in!