Howdy...I've been a lurker for a while and decided to join. I only have one model in the stash, the model I'm about to start; as like many - I'm just getting back into the hobby. My first models were built when I was 10 or so, all Cold War-era jets. They were built ok, the paint and decaling were pretty bad.
I got out of the hobby, but somewhat returned when I started playing Games Workshop Lord Of The Rings tabletop game. Playing that forced me to paint models again, and I found I loved it. And, I gained a new appreciation for modeling. However, my friends that played that game have all moved away or stopped playing. So, again, it's been years since I've modeled/painted.
While in the attic, the kids were asking me about my old models. I started thinking about it, and decided to go back and see what I could do. So, I've been lurking, and reading, and learning. And now it's time to dive in. I suspect I'll trying WWII planes, as it is one of my favorite periods of history. And, since I don't have the funds or the space for a booth, I think these first models will be entirely hand painted. At least to start.
Greg