16 average modeler looking for tips

Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

16 average modeler looking for tips

Posted by Anonymous on Monday, November 24, 2003 5:01 PM

hello,
I am a 16 year old modeler who has been modeling for a couple of years. I need some help and/or tips on making my model look better. I read the magazine, but I do not understand all the terms used.(washing, dry brushing, ect....) I am looking to improve my modeling skills.

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shermanfreak

Member since
January 2003

Posted by shermanfreak on Monday, November 24, 2003 5:21 PM

Welcome to FSM Fred. You've come to the right place to pick up on some of those tips. First off head to the individual forums that meet your tastes. Lots to choose from A/C to Armour to Cars, Search for the technique you want to know about and if you're not having any luck ... ask.

Enjoy the forums.

Happy Modelling and God Bless Robert

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mark956

Member since
February 2003
From: USA

Posted by mark956 on Monday, November 24, 2003 5:26 PM

Welcome to the FSM forums. Shermanfreak is right. This a very good place to get very good tips on improving your skills in modeling. Good luck and see you around.
mark956

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Woody

Member since
December 2002
From: Third rock from the sun.

Posted by Woody on Monday, November 24, 2003 6:20 PM

Hello Fred, Welcome to the forum! In the upper right corner of the page you will see a box that reads "Search the forum...". Type in the term your looking for answers or tips on. Press go and you should get a lot of info pronto! I hope that helps. Say what do you like to build? Smile [:)]

" I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm's way." --John Paul Jones

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cassibill

Member since
February 2003
From: Indiana, USA

Posted by cassibill on Monday, November 24, 2003 6:20 PM

Welcome. You've come to the right place.

cdw My life flashes before my eyes and it mostly my life flashing before my eyes!!! Big Smile The 1/144 scale census and message board: http://144scalelist.freewebpage.org/index.html

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Dwight Ta-ala

Member since
July 2003
From: Philippines

Posted by Dwight Ta-ala on Monday, November 24, 2003 6:21 PM

You came to the right place, Fred. Lots of talented guys here who may be able to help you. But first of all, WELCOME.

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therriman

Member since
January 2003
From: Central MI

Posted by therriman on Monday, November 24, 2003 7:19 PM

Hello Fred, and welcome to the forum. We have people here who can give you any kind of help you'll need. This is a great group with lots of willingness to help in any way we can. All you need to do is ask. Sign - Welcome [#welcome]

Tim H. "If your alone and you meet a Zero, run like hell. Your outnumbered" Capt Joe Foss, Guadalcanal 1942 Real Trucks have 18 wheels. Anything less is just a Toy! I am in shape. Hey, Round is a shape! Reality is a concept not yet proven.

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Keyworth

Member since
January 2003
From: NE Georgia

Posted by Keyworth on Monday, November 24, 2003 7:31 PM

Fred, welcome to FSM. The others have given you the basics. You'll find a great deal of information just by checking out the threads that are already posted. When you have a specific question, just go ahead and start a new thread. You'll be reading responses before you know it. Don't be afraid to ask either; no such thing as a stupid question.

"There's no problem that can't be solved with a suitable application of high explosives"

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Monday, November 24, 2003 7:36 PM

Hello Fred and Welcome Aboard! Im sure you'll find plenty of help here! As already mentioned you can use the search feature which works very well!

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RAF120

Member since
March 2003
From: Exit 7a NJ Turnpike

Posted by RAF120 on Monday, November 24, 2003 10:08 PM

Welcome Fred, When I need help with somthing this is the first place I turn to. Everybody is real helpful and quick to reply. Did I say everyone is real helpful let me correct myself most everyone is helpful. We have alot of out of work comedians on this forum. Clown [:o)]

Trevor Where am I going and why am I in this handbasket?

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Monday, November 24, 2003 10:21 PM

Fred. Whats your interests, A/C, Auto, Armor, Ships ? Whatever your interests you will find plenty of advice here. I like to build a little of everything.

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South Aussie

Member since
August 2003
From: South Australia

Posted by South Aussie on Monday, November 24, 2003 11:04 PM

Fred I sure that you will find all the help you need within the forums, don,t be scared to ask any questions that you need an answer for. Only wished there was a forum like this when I started modelling it might have saved my sanity.

Enjoy yourself

Wayne I enjoy getting older, especially when I consider the alternative.

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Monday, November 24, 2003 11:21 PM

Glad to have ya!!!! you havecome to the right place!!!

You can learn alot here.... i know i have!!!

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J-Hulk

Member since
February 2003
From: Tochigi, Japan

Posted by J-Hulk on Tuesday, November 25, 2003 6:04 AM

Welcome, Fred!
As others have said, you are certainly in the right place to learn, learn, learn!
And have fun, too!

~Brian

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, November 25, 2003 7:51 AM

Welcome to the forums, Fred.

Like the others have said, pick a forum and ask away. Each subject (Armor, Aircraft and so on) has their own techniques and tricks to help you make a better looking model.

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, November 25, 2003 9:13 AM

I would like to think everybody who replied to my fourm. I am going to start viewing the other fourms today. My intersets are in classic cars and airplanes. I already have so many models in my room that i have trouble finding space for new ones. I am finishing up the Wright Flyer(on the cover of the mag) and I have a '57 corvette I am going to start.

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M1abramsRules

Member since
June 2003

Posted by M1abramsRules on Tuesday, November 25, 2003 9:30 AM

great to have another modeler of the younger generation!!! i'm 16 myself. Welcome to FSM

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, November 25, 2003 3:28 PM

welcome mate...join the club.

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lizardqing

Member since
July 2003
From: Dahlonega, Georgia

Posted by lizardqing on Wednesday, November 26, 2003 7:40 PM

Welcome to FSM Fred. You sound about like I was when I stumbled upon this great place. I have learned more than I ever thought possible about modeling since. I recently did a 57 vette my self, pretty fun little build hope I can help you out with it.

Chris The Scale Firehouse The Lizard's Workshop