How does metal figures go together

Well, go ahead and try it.

Don't worry about making it perfect - shading and shadows takes practice and is one of the harder things to do when painting figures. Many people have a hard time with this. I know that's not exactly words of encouragement, but I guess what I'm trying to say is enjoy trying something new and don't stress yourself out by trying to achieve perfection.

You might look for some cheap plastic miniatures or stuff that's on clearance for something to practice with first. Try different techniques and see what works for you. I think once you actually start painting a few, you'll see that it's not as intimidating as you may think - it might actually be fun.

Also, in regards to what you can use for putting figures together, I've been using both Insta-Cure and Maxi-Cure. I love the stuff and it works great!! Most of the places around where I am carry this stuff. It's usually labeled with the name of the store, but otherwise the color and product name is always the same.

For more information, check out their site. There's a lot of good information about their products at their website.
(Cyanoacrylates) Insta-Cure & Maxi-Cure from Bob Smith Industries

I have always wanted to try figurine modeling but I am afraid that I won't get the shading and shadowing plus I have a little color blindness going where I see different tints of reds, blues, and greens so trying to get what things should look like is not all that easy. I do like to try new things though.

Squadron is fine but my last issue did not come for months even through Andrea Mniitures published the issue weeks before.

"Figure International" covers figures, uniforms, history, painting techniques, competitions. All periods and scales. It is a all color publication and is well worth the price of the subscription $34.95. It is a must have for the serious figure modeler.
Order through Squadron mail order at http://www.squadron.com
Take Care,
Pat

What kind of subjects does "Figurine Modeler" cover? Do they have a website where I can find out more about them (is it available in the US, how much, etc.)?

Back to the question - I forget what I've been using, whether it's called glue or epoxy, but it's clear and watery like stuff. You can sometimes find the same brand, but different drying times. Some only requiring a couple of seconds before the stuff is stuck together. You want something that'll bond quickly, but not too quick. You want a couple of seconds to make minor adjustments, but you don't want to be stuck holding the thing for a long time either. HTH.

You can use a quick setting epoxy or super glue but make sure you clean the parts up before you glue them together. I got that same subscription and I like the magazine a lot.
Good luck with the figure,
Pat