« previous next »
Pages: [1] 2

Author Topic: Introduction  (Read 2275 times)

Offline slateman

  • Newbie
  • *
  • Posts: 30
Introduction
« on: November 10, 2015, 09:23:57 PM »
As a new member to this forum I also wanted to give you a quick insight on how I progress with things 'WWI aircraft'. Being focused on Sci-Fi modelling (i.e. Mecha) for more than 10 years the topic of 'WWI aviation' simply had a great appeal to me, since the craftsmanship present in those fighters is closely related to some Steampunk elements. At least that is the reason I see behind it ;-) As a result of that I guess I have a different approach to the topic: More aesthetics-driven and not so much history oriented. Other than that I prefer WWI aircraft over other "Military" kits such as, i.e. WWII Tanks. Currently, I have a WNW Albatros D.V. kit still waiting on my stash (which I am really looking forward to build) and a RODEN Junkers D.I. already in-progress.

I am 40 years old, married and live together with my wife and daugther near Stuttgart, Germany. My professional career as an Industrial Designer started in 2003. Having worked for a number of clients as a freelance and staff designer I now work as a 3D CAD specialist for SolidWorks, CATIA and Siemens NX.

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.
Logged

Offline bobs_buckles

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 3738
  • Freedom isn't free.
    • Bobs Buckles
Re: Introduction
« Reply #1 on: November 10, 2015, 10:23:29 PM »
Welcome Mr Slateman.
You have come to the right place.
Enjoy!!

von B
Logged



https://www.bobsbuckles.co.uk/

Last Minute Man Of Faith

Offline Ssasho0

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 581
    • Scale Models Club Bulgaria
Re: Introduction
« Reply #2 on: November 10, 2015, 10:27:50 PM »
Welocome aboard and have fun!

Don't be afraid of the WnW kit, it is actually way easier to build than the Roden one.

Best regards,
Sasho
Logged
Think globally, act locally!

Offline Nigel Jackson

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 2608
Re: Introduction
« Reply #3 on: November 10, 2015, 11:18:06 PM »
Welcome to this wonderful forum. It's always interesting to read a little of the background and interests of fellow members.

Best wishes
Nigel
Logged

Offline Oeli

  • Full Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 203
Re: Introduction
« Reply #4 on: November 11, 2015, 01:40:10 AM »
Hi "Slateman",

also from me a warm welcome. For the catchment area of this forum, I live almost around the corner. In Berlin.
I'm still not very long active here, but I can say now, it is very pleasant.
Maintenance friendly and respectful.

Have fun and see you later

Kindly Regards
Jörg
Logged
Normality is a beautiful paved road, but it grow no flowers on her.

Offline RAGIII

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 18918
Re: Introduction
« Reply #5 on: November 11, 2015, 01:46:22 AM »
Welcome to the forum. I am certain you will find all you are looking for at this wonderful site!
RAGIII
Logged
"A man has to know his limitations": Harry Callahan

"Don't slop it on" Lynda Geisler

Offline coyotemagic

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 7710
  • "Here's to not buggering it up." -Winston Chuchill
    • My Models
Re: Introduction
« Reply #6 on: November 11, 2015, 02:17:16 AM »
Welcome aboard, Slateman!  Glad you found us.  I look forward to your participation.
Cheers,
Bud
Logged
"All men dream: but not equally. Those who dream in the dark recesses of the night awake in the day to find all was vanity. But the dreamers of day are dangerous men, for they may act their dreams with open eyes, and make it possible." -T. E. Lawrence

Offline jknaus

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 1121
Re: Introduction
« Reply #7 on: November 11, 2015, 03:32:21 AM »
Welcome. You'll enjoy all the fantastic modeling that goes on here and the friendliest most helpful people on the WWW. Cant wait to see your builds
James
Logged

Offline Des

  • Administrator
  • Hero Member
  • ******
  • Posts: 9325
    • ww1aircraftmodels.com
Re: Introduction
« Reply #8 on: November 11, 2015, 06:20:09 AM »
Hello Slateman and welcome to the forum, I'm looking forward to your participation with the forum and its members.

Des.
Logged
Late Founder of ww1aircraftmodels.com and forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com

Offline slateman

  • Newbie
  • *
  • Posts: 30
Re: Introduction
« Reply #9 on: November 11, 2015, 06:54:11 AM »
Thank you fellas for the warm welcome. I hope to have something ready to "share" on this site soon. Stay tuned :-)
Logged

Offline kornbeef

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 961
  • U.K. Carpet monster genocide squad leader.
Re: Introduction
« Reply #10 on: November 11, 2015, 09:17:10 AM »
Good to have you with us Slateman, I'm sure from building mecha subjects you'll find techiques you use equally adaptable to WWI aviation. I for one am keen to see what you can bring and what we can share with you. Thats the nature of this forum. I hope you enjoy your time with us. ;)

Keith
Logged
Never too old to learn sumfink noo

Offline andonio64

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 1687
  • There's no hurry
Re: Introduction
« Reply #11 on: November 18, 2015, 08:53:09 PM »
Hallo Slateman, welcome!
I am very curious about steampunk, would see more models built in this theme, is there any dedicated modeling site you would sugget?

Ciao

Antonio
Logged

Offline slateman

  • Newbie
  • *
  • Posts: 30
Re: Introduction
« Reply #12 on: February 08, 2016, 09:46:31 PM »
Just one more question: Which periodicals do you think offer the most value for money? I am currently thinking about subscribing to/joining a WW1 community like Cross and Cockade, Over the Front, WWI Aero or Windsock. Which of these can you recommend? Or are there even better publications (maybe more focussed on modelling) to consider? Any advice highly appreciated.

@andonio64: You sure know Industria Mechanika. If not, give them a try. This garage kit label is run by Michael Fichtenmeyer. He has put some of his own designs into resin models (i.e. the Fantastical Fish-Shaped Submersible or the Hornethopter) and does so for concept designs of other artists/designers. You can reach the site here: www.industriamechanika.com

Check out the "Air" and "Figure" kits he has on offer. The figures, i.e. the "Chrononaut" is really nice: https://industriamechanika.com/shop/steampunk/17-the-chrononaut.html

Other than that there have been many special "Steampunk Modeller" issues by the guys from "Sci-Fi and Fantasy Modeller" / Happy Medium Press in the UK. These issues are almost all sold out on their site and hard to fetch on eBay but worth their price. Check out the Sci-Fi Modeller Site here: http://www.scififantasymodeller.co.uk/English/shop.php (Unfortunately there is no search funtion to filter the content).

This site may also be of interest, unfortunately all of the content is in German: http://salon.clockworker.de/

« Last Edit: February 09, 2016, 02:27:00 PM by slateman »
Logged

Offline Alexis

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 7947
  • Love the self
Re: Introduction
« Reply #13 on: February 11, 2016, 11:23:23 AM »
Welcome to the site slateman  :) For the publications you asked about Wind sock datafiles or any of their publications are perfect and same with WW 1 Aero journal . Cross and cockade and Over the Front cover more of the history side of things , but do have very useful info .


Terri
Logged
Hurra ! , Ich Leben Noch
Body and life is a vessel we use to travel the planet . Femininity is the gift , The miracle comes from what we do with it .

Offline andonio64

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 1687
  • There's no hurry
Re: Introduction
« Reply #14 on: February 11, 2016, 04:19:13 PM »
Quote from: slateman on February 08, 2016, 09:46:31 PM
Just one more question: Which periodicals do you think offer the most value for money? I am currently thinking about subscribing to/joining a WW1 community like Cross and Cockade, Over the Front, WWI Aero or Windsock. Which of these can you recommend? Or are there even better publications (maybe more focussed on modelling) to consider? Any advice highly appreciated.

@andonio64: You sure know Industria Mechanika. If not, give them a try. This garage kit label is run by Michael Fichtenmeyer. He has put some of his own designs into resin models (i.e. the Fantastical Fish-Shaped Submersible or the Hornethopter) and does so for concept designs of other artists/designers. You can reach the site here: www.industriamechanika.com

Check out the "Air" and "Figure" kits he has on offer. The figures, i.e. the "Chrononaut" is really nice: https://industriamechanika.com/shop/steampunk/17-the-chrononaut.html

Other than that there have been many special "Steampunk Modeller" issues by the guys from "Sci-Fi and Fantasy Modeller" / Happy Medium Press in the UK. These issues are almost all sold out on their site and hard to fetch on eBay but worth their price. Check out the Sci-Fi Modeller Site here: http://www.scififantasymodeller.co.uk/English/shop.php (Unfortunately there is no search funtion to filter the content).

This site may also be of interest, unfortunately all of the content is in German: http://salon.clockworker.de/



Thanks slateman,
I already knew Industria Mechanika (I also purchased some container sets from them) , the kits they have are fantastic.
As per the others I will give a look.

Thanks again

Antonio

PS Did you build any SP model so far?
Logged
Pages: [1] 2
« previous next »