Return to Model Building after 20+ Years

Leading Observer · August 17, 2011, 05:10:32 AM

After a 20+ year break, I finally took the plunge and built a couple - skills still a bit rusty, especially brushwork

lenny100 · August 17, 2011, 05:36:59 AM

welcome back to the madness, you will soon find the old skills will be back

Pablo1965 · August 17, 2011, 06:09:48 AM

The most important is that you enjoy again and be happy with this hobby, after all, It´s only a hobby.

Mossie · August 17, 2011, 06:59:08 AM

They look pretty good for someone who hasn't picked up a brush in over twenty years. Keep at it & the skills will improve in no time!

PR19_Kit · August 17, 2011, 07:29:57 AM

Good stuff!

That's a hell of a come-back, and well done on the brushwork too, from another died-in-the-wool brush painter.

Rheged · August 17, 2011, 07:37:31 AM

If that's the standard after 20 or so years break, just think how exceptional it will be once you have a little bit of practice.

NARSES2 · August 17, 2011, 07:53:28 AM

Quote from: Pablo1965 on August 17, 2011, 06:09:48 AM
The most important is that you enjoy again and be happy with this hobby, after all, It´s only a hobby.

Absolutely

Wellcome back

Weaver · August 17, 2011, 01:36:42 PM

Nice one (well, two).

I came back to the fold after a 20 yr break three years ago: never looked back! (Trying not to think about the 300+ kits now residing in my attic though...)

Maverick · August 17, 2011, 02:57:48 PM

Both very nice builds LO. As one who hasn't put glue to styrene in quite a few years, I can empathise with your concerns, but these seem unfounded going on the above examples.

Regards,

Mav

GTX · August 17, 2011, 05:31:03 PM

sandiego89 · August 17, 2011, 07:04:33 PM

Welcome back. Simple kits are the best way to get your groove back. I found after a long break I had been too afraid of an airbrush and spray cans. They can do wonders and you don't need to spend a fortune. Start with some rattle cans then a single action airbrush with simple schemes or solid colors. Then to cammo. Absolutley agree with Pablo- do it for yourself-not to show off.

Leading Observer · August 18, 2011, 02:38:00 PM

Thanks guys - much appreciated

Taiidantomcat · August 22, 2011, 08:33:16 PM

Very nice, Welcome back!

rickshaw · August 24, 2011, 05:30:30 AM

I can only echo others' words - "Welcome back". I too took a hiatus of about 20 years. It is good to come back to something you enjoy.

Captain Canada · August 24, 2011, 10:40:00 AM

Yes...welcome back ! It's a great stress reliever...and fun !

Nice work, btw !