SEARCH FINESCALE.COM

Enter keywords or a search phrase below:

Pursuing the modelling hobby again

1337 views
9 replies
1 rating 2 rating 3 rating 4 rating 5 rating
  • Member since
    April 2023
Pursuing the modelling hobby again
Posted by larhon on Saturday, April 15, 2023 10:52 AM

I have now started building model kits again, after decades, and if memory serves, it was in my teens and I wasn't very patient at the craft. Now I find myself with more time and am attempting a simple beginner kit to bring myself back into it. It feels both easy and hard. I'll have questions and hopefully others will have answers.

  • Member since
    June 2017
Posted by Chemteacher on Monday, April 17, 2023 11:19 AM

Welcome back. I returned about 10 years ago after an on again, off again hiatus. Things certainly have changed but I'm impressed with the number of kits being released and re-released lately. It's a fun, relaxing hobby. Best advice-start small, simple and build for the way you want it to be.

On the bench: Revell-USS Arizona; Airfix P-51D in 1/72

  • Member since
    March 2003
  • From: Western North Carolina
Posted by Tojo72 on Monday, April 17, 2023 11:32 AM

Welcome aboard

fox
  • Member since
    January 2007
  • From: Narvon, Pa.
Posted by fox on Monday, April 17, 2023 12:41 PM

Hello there! Welcome to the Forums! Glad to have you aboard.

You've come to the right place. Don't be afraid to ask for help. The members here are very knowledgeable and ready to help. I've learned a lot here and am still learning.

Stay Safe.

Jim Captain

 Main WIP: 

   On the Bench: Artesania Latina  (aka) Artists in the Latrine 1/75 Bluenose II

I keep hitting "escape", but I'm still here.

  • Member since
    September 2006
  • From: Bethlehem PA
Posted by the Baron on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 10:02 AM

Welcome back to the hobby, Larhon, and welcome to the forum!

Most of us have traveled the same path.

If you're looking for a simple build, you might consider reaching back to the kits that were available when you were a kid.  I still build Monogram airplane kits that I had when I was a kid in the Seventies, for example.

I look forward to seeing your builds!

Best regards,

Brad

The bigger the government, the smaller the citizen.

 

 

  • Member since
    October 2019
  • From: New Braunfels, Texas
Posted by Tanker-Builder on Thursday, April 20, 2023 6:58 AM

Well!

        Welcome to the greatest, Most patient modelers in the world. Help is here, Just ask!

  • Member since
    April 2023
Posted by Scott63 on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 6:35 AM

Welcome back, like you, I am just starting modeling and I am sure that I will be asking a lot of questions, and seeking advice and modeling techniques.

  • Member since
    April 2003
  • From: USA
Posted by keavdog on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 2:13 PM

Welcome!  

Thanks,

John

  • Member since
    January 2022
Posted by Project510 on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 2:35 PM

Welcome back! I too came back after a long break. I find it much more enjoyable, and I amlso better at managing my time and patience.

Good luck!

___________________________________________

- James

WIP:

  • Member since
    April 2023
Posted by larhon on Saturday, April 29, 2023 1:44 PM

Thanks for the welcome. I believe I'm starting with an easy 1/25 AMT Chevelle kit and I am slowly painting my way through it. Early U.S. muscle cars are fun and I'd be really happy if there were some decent Australian model kits, but alas, it doesn't appear so.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY!

Our community is FREE to join. To participate you must either login or register for an account.

SEARCH FORUMS
FREE NEWSLETTER
By signing up you may also receive reader surveys and occasional special offers. We do not sell, rent or trade our email lists. View our Privacy Policy.