The younger Modeller

[zak]

Whatever is said about the youth of today, my two granddaughters love to build models when they come to stay.
Ellie (7) built a Spitfire and a WW1 tank. She brush painted both.

Isabel (10) has so far built the Airfix Quad, limber and Gun and put it on a base. This was brush painted.
She put together the Airfix Sopwith Pup and is now on with the WW1 Tank. She is keen to put them on bases. The Pup she spray painted with a rattle can and the tank she had a go with an airbrush.

Their manual dexterity is excellent and their fingers work much better than mine.

[zak]

Having received parental permission here are the girls in action.

[MSea]

Well done - they put us to shame. Also they dont have aches and pains - only the one in the small photo called Zak - hohhohoho

[Bigkev]

Well done - they put us to shame. Also they dont have aches and pains - only the one in the small photo called Zak - hohhohoho

A very good effort by both, well done to them.
As to aches and pains they do get in the way, but look what has happened to Zak's hair........a miracle
Kevin

[zak]

Digging through some old boxes of slides, I came across this, the hair did reach my shoulders at one time, alas no longer!

The girls are not worried about fine details or the correct colour or marking, like some Luddites that I know!
Sorry Neil, the camo on the aircraft will not meet your exacting standards.

[chriswil42]

Your granddaughters hve done rather well. Must catch up.

[zak]

I thought that I was fast but Isabel models at the speed of light.

I just leave her and she calls me for advice on occasions. She is half way through a 1/72 Zero.
She will paint this purple and add it to the growing diorama.

Not restrictions or inhibitions, just do what you want, WW1 WITH WW2  and never mind the colours!

The Zero will be flying above the tree, when she finishes it!

I just operated the electrostatic grass applicator and supply paint of the desired colour.

I think she would like a go at something bigger - maybe next time.

[MSea]

Not restrictions or inhibitions, just do what you want, WW1 WITH WW2  and never mind the colours!

I know this is herasy to some of you but this is what model making is about - its not the correct final detail/colour/pattern/number of rivets  but enjoying what you do and to hell with what other people say.. If your bag is the correct final detail then just enjoy what you do and dont listen to anybody, even me.
Remember its a hobby for FUN and relaxation and just getting away from the problems of the world and the pain your body gives you - so enjoy whatever you do - but dont forget to put a zombie in every model hohohhoo

[Bigkev]

Not restrictions or inhibitions, just do what you want, WW1 WITH WW2  and never mind the colours!

I know this is herasy to some of you but this is what model making is about - its not the correct final detail/colour/pattern/number of rivets  but enjoying what you do and to hell with what other people say.. If your bag is the correct final detail then just enjoy what you do and dont listen to anybody, even me.
Remember its a hobby for FUN and relaxation and just getting away from the problems of the world and the pain your body gives you - so enjoy whatever you do - but dont forget to put a zombie in every model hohohhoo

Very wise words and observations.
Strange for the Zombie King.
I fully endorse Martin's statement, and the approach of Dave's grandchildren to modelling. LET IT BE FUN!
Kevin

[zak]

Well, I have just shown her a Tamiya kit, she wants to get on with it, she says "WOW" this is so much better than the Airfix one, the parts fit really well and are so great!

What have I done?

She is off home today.

[zak]

Meanwhile, the Zero has been attached to the top of the tree,

[chriswil42]

You'll have to keep an eye on you stash now Dave.  It may get reduced.

[Bob C]

Good modelling, see you have some competition

Bob c

[cph64]

Some great work there girls,keep it up.