Some folks here have posted messages discussing what they're working on. I find these type of messages inspirational, so how about some more?
I'm a slow modeler, only taking a few hours a week to build. I'm working on a Monogram 1/72 F-4J, and for the first time I'm trying many of the techniques I've read about for gluing and filling seams. It's also the first model I've painted with an airbrush, and the first I've covered with Future prior to putting down decals. Overall, I'm very pleased with how well the tips I've read work. I've also gotten a lot of really good advice on this board. Thanks to everyone who's responded to my questions.
Right now, I've got the plane coated in Future. I hand brushed it, and the finish turned out well except for the tail where I brushed a little bit after it had started to dry, thereby producing some streaks. I'm going to put down one more coat on that area.
While waiting for the Future to cure (and also while looking for the decals after the move), I'm working on painting the missiles, bombs, and landing gear. On Swanny's recommendation, I bought some Pactra tape in black and yellow to make the stripes on the Sparrows, Sidewinders, and 500 lb. bombs. I think that will work out really well. When I find them, I've got some Fox One decals for the Phantom for a plane from VFMA-333. I figure I'll do the decals and then add the weapons and landing gear.
So, what are you folks working on, and how's it going?
Regards,
-Drew