Fourth attempt

[Guest]

I'm about to start my 4th model ever. The first 3 failed,for various reasons,the 1st was a car and I didnt realize gluing painted parts was a no-no,the 2nd a 1/72 plane too small for these old hands and eyes.The last was an aerosan ,it came out good until I tried to spray .paint it .When it dries I will try to strip and repaint. Now I have a really nice truck ready to start but fear of failure has made me timid. If you had just one piece of advice to give a new modeler what would it be ? Best wishes ,joep

[Guest]

I don't know about the others Joep, but I have some builds failed!! Just don't worry about it, the practice is exactly this....do somethings wrong and learn about it.

Just keep the models in a box, and when you want to try new things they will turn perfect to play.

And remember here is a friendly forum, just ask if you have questions!!! And see many threads as you can, is another way to learn, observe....

And good luck with this new proyect mate!!

Cheers

[Guest]

Same as Polux said, take your time & think about what you are doing, dry fit befor you glue.

All you need to know you can find in this forum.

Good luck & keep at it i did and i have come on leaps & bounds (i think).

John

[eddiesolo]

I have had loads of **** -ups...paint that went wrong, too much glue, failure to sand parts properly etc etc etc.

Part and parcel of model making.

First, be in the right frame of mind to start a model or even go back to a model, if you're feeling ill, or in a mood or just off it then you will muck it up, guarantee you this. Then read the instructions through and then take out what you need and wash the items in soapy water, this will help in removing any, grease and release agent that still could be lurking on the plastic parts. Make sure you have glue, wipes, paper towel, needle or wire or cocktail stick or fine brush-applying glue, rubber bands or masking tape if you need to old parts together after gluing. Blue tac or a model holder for certain parts-all handy so you're not breaking off looking for things. Make sure you clean the parts after washing with sandpaper or modelling files to remove any burrs or mould lines.

Read instructions again, have a drink of tea and a fag (if you smoke) and then start your model. As the guys have said, do not rush, take your time and stop after a while, let the parts set over night before tackling other bits. Remember it is fun and if you're feeling anxious about a part, leave it and walk away, call it a night and go back later.

Si

[Ian M]

Best advice? Relax. It's supposed to be fun. If you are stressed out by it, it's only going to end in tears.

As the others said, wash the parts and take the opportunity to study the parts. Read the instructions. Check that you have all the paints and glue you need.

Just because you are not sticking plastic does not mean you are not modelling.

When you are ready to start, dent forget the forum. It is what we are here for, to help each other. If you have a question, ask before it's to late. The only daft question is the one that didnt get asked.

Ian M

[Guest]

Best advice over and above, the above. Go slow. I used to dash at the thing & found myself in a mess. Not a bad thing as I then found out how to get out of it.

But slow & easy. Try testing your colours & technique on old empty plastic bottles etc. With spray painting or air brushing spend loads & loads of time practising it pays dividends.

Are you spraying with an airbrush & compressor Joep ?

Laurie

[stona]

With Laurie. If I only had one piece of advice to give it would be "take your time."

There's no rush and as Ian said if you have a problem or question ask away.

Cheers

Steve

[BarryW]

I totally agree, lots of really good advice above - take your time and enjoy it. Do not get too hung up over detail, that can come later with experience. Just try to get a good-looking build under your belt and get a result on the shelf to help inspire you with the aim of getting better and better with each build.

[Guest]

Yes agree Barry one under the belt.

My first a WW11Typhoon. I got in such a muddle as I wanted my first to look something like I produce now after 3 years.

I tried to learn everything there was to know about model making with my first model. Huh naive. Airbrushing a mess, decals another, wings falling off. Disregarding all model makers experience as I knew best (another ha)

I even bought another Typhoon in order to complete the first. But I was determined to finish that model & it now stands proudly among all the others. And it would be the last one I would throw away.

Laurie

[takeslousyphotos]

Don't worry about the failures ............. I've had several. This is a hobby and should be fun. Just relax and take your time.............. It's a big learning curve. Anything you aren't sure about ask away on here...... And remember there are no stupid questions.

Peter