Lets see your modelling work areas

Post by **Coen** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 9:57 am

Looks a bit like mine not too long ago. I have mine jammed into the corner of and office/guest bedroom of our apartment.
Clever use of space you've got going there. Coffee cup and all.

Post by **Kelvgood1** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 3:58 pm

Always space for a cup or pint of something

Post by **ModelingMatt** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 4:18 pm

The Bat Cave. A little unorganized right now but that's how we roll.

Post by **Coen** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 5:49 pm

Wow.. everywhere I look it's Airfix Airfix Airfix. At least now I know what to look for when I spin off into aircraft. Popular stuff it seems.
Did you build the bench yourself or did you find it somewhere?
It's pretty sturdy looking. 4x4s for legs?

Post by **Lee** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 6:12 pm

Buy Airfix if you like a challenge...

Post by **Coen** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 6:16 pm

Why are they a challenge?
Are Airfix to planes as Dragon is to armour.
Complicated with lots of pieces?

Post by **SuperDryBeef** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 6:39 pm

Coen wrote:Why are they a challenge?
Are Airfix to planes as Dragon is to armour.
Complicated with lots of pieces?

I think its because they are mostly old models who are not that great quality wise but are very inexpensive, might be wrong, never builded one of their models it's not really popular here in canada .

Post by **Paul** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 6:57 pm

SuperDryBeef wrote:
Coen wrote:Why are they a challenge?
Are Airfix to planes as Dragon is to armour.
Complicated with lots of pieces?
I think its because they are mostly old models who are not that great quality wise but are very inexpensive, might be wrong, never builded one of their models it's not really popular here in canada .

They are a bit over hyped shall we say, there's only one airfix kit that I know off that has no problem at all and it's the new tool 1/48 me109

Post by **Lee** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 6:59 pm

Paul wrote:
SuperDryBeef wrote:
Coen wrote:Why are they a challenge?
Are Airfix to planes as Dragon is to armour.
Complicated with lots of pieces?
I think its because they are mostly old models who are not that great quality wise but are very inexpensive, might be wrong, never builded one of their models it's not really popular here in canada .
They are a bit over hyped shall we say, there's only one airfix kit that I know off that has no problem at all and it's the new tool 1/48 me109

Copy that.....

Post by **Coen** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 7:02 pm

Ah I see.
Thanks

Post by **ModelingMatt** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 7:16 pm

Paul wrote:
SuperDryBeef wrote:
Coen wrote:Why are they a challenge?
Are Airfix to planes as Dragon is to armour.
Complicated with lots of pieces?
I think its because they are mostly old models who are not that great quality wise but are very inexpensive, might be wrong, never builded one of their models it's not really popular here in canada .
They are a bit over hyped shall we say, there's only one airfix kit that I know off that has no problem at all and it's the new tool 1/48 me109

I've built 2 1/72 Airfix new-tool Spits and they were a lot of fun. So I'm going to try a few of the other new kits that have been coming out by them. That being said I prefer the offerings from the far east myself.

Post by **Paul** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 10:56 pm

ModelingMatt wrote: I've built 2 1/72 Airfix new-tool Spits and they were a lot of fun. So I'm going to try a few of the other new kits that have been coming out by them. That being said I prefer the offerings from the far east myself.

Yeah I've built a lot of airfix, just built the 1/72 mustang and that was great the tamiya kits are better though

Website · Post by **Gav0909** » Wed Jun 12, 2013 11:03 pm

Alot of the new tool Airfix kits are much better. Yeah they are still slightly "toyish" compared to the likes of Tamiya, Hasegawa etc. But the new tool kits build up very well, and have way more details than their older counterparts.

The new tool 1/48 Seafire Mk17 I am building is a complete dream, not had any fit issues at all, cracking kit.

https://www.youtube.com/user/bnealuk · Post by **T3hGuppy** » Thu Jun 13, 2013 5:51 pm

Well im new here but thought id join in on the fun.

Website · Post by **Gav0909** » Thu Jun 13, 2013 6:01 pm

Looks like a decent little set up you have there.

I have just "expanded" my set up. I have a small PC desk in the living room which I use if I am working from home sometimes, or for when I am feeling more sociable, then I have a place to model in the living room. However it wasn't getting used much, so I have moved the ottoman full of the gf's shoes out from the window area, and put my desk there instead! I now have a modelling surface facing the light and window. Only thing is that the PC monitor is on my left, not that handy for if I want to model and watch a film etc at the same time....

Post by **Coen** » Thu Jun 13, 2013 6:19 pm

Both of these are great spaces to work in. The natural light will make all your painting more realistic. I will have "Daylight" bulbs in all my fixtures in mine simply because of the lack of natural light.
I love the Batman in the Man Cave.

Post by **ChubberLang** » Thu Jun 13, 2013 9:51 pm

A joy to look through this thread and see some of the different set ups people have.

I hope to have a set up going soon and when I do, I will be sure to post a pic!

Post by **Bagpiper** » Sat Jun 15, 2013 5:03 am

ChubberLang wrote:A joy to look through this thread and see some of the different set ups people have.

I hope to have a set up going soon and when I do, I will be sure to post a pic!

Hi there and welcome ChubberLang. Interesting as I was just telling someone I used to line in Blandford Forum during my Army days. Looking forward to seeing your photographs.

Cheers
Jim

Post by **Nige99** » Sat Jun 15, 2013 7:17 am

T3hGuppy wrote:Well im new here but thought id join in on the fun.

Nice M10 and willys jeep and figures! Are these for a pending diorama ?

https://www.youtube.com/user/bnealuk · Post by **T3hGuppy** » Sat Jun 15, 2013 10:08 am

Yeah work in progress Though the base and buildings I picked up are Mini-art vacuum formed so that's giving me a few headaches lol.

Post by **Coen** » Sat Jun 15, 2013 10:33 am

I've tried a few of those Mini-art sets.
I will use celluclay or fimo as a backing for mini-art's vaccuforms.
I'll make a bed of celluclay or fimo add a health amount of carpenter's glue to the surface then press the vaccuform piece into it to give it support.
I'll clamp the hell out of it and let it dry for a day or two.
Then I'll trim the excess clay off the base and Poof... you have a base.

Those hollow walls however... they're a bugger.
Filler and clue is the name of the game usually.
Good luck with them.

Post by **Nige99** » Sun Jun 16, 2013 6:51 am

T3hGuppy wrote:Yeah work in progress Though the base and buildings I picked up are Mini-art vacuum formed so that's giving me a few headaches lol.

They are a pain, but stick at it the end result is worth it.
I got well stressed building mine and very nearly ended up in the bin!

Post by **Nige99** » Tue Jun 18, 2013 7:42 am

Having seen all the effort on your work stations, I decided to give mine a re shuffle.

It's not brilliant I know but I intend to get some shelves up, and get more of my paints out.

Post by **Coen** » Tue Jun 18, 2013 9:58 am

This space is perfect for our little bit of madness.
Looks like mine did a couple of months ago. Are you gonna finish that Tiger?

Post by **Paul** » Tue Jun 18, 2013 10:00 am

Looking good Nige

Post by **spruecutter** » Wed Jun 19, 2013 7:42 pm

Here's my workbench

Models in progress on the shelf are: Tamiya 1/48 Stug III and Panzer II, and a 1/12 Yamaha YZR M1 2004 (frame and engine). Off to the left is an Italeri 1/35 Panzerwerfer.

Building the little Panzer II reminded me that I had one of these from the 1970's in 1/35 - so I dug that out and you can see it on the right after priming and first pre-shaded coat of desert yellow.

Oh and there's my Group Build entry in it's box on the right - the Tamiya 1/48 Panzer III.

Pete

Website · Post by **Gav0909** » Wed Jun 19, 2013 11:26 pm

Sooo, my man cave has been transformed into an actual cave tonight as my gf is off to bed, but I am still up modelling. And my desk light was annoying her, so she closed the curtains around me...selfish git!

https://www.youtube.com/user/bnealuk · Post by **T3hGuppy** » Wed Jun 19, 2013 11:32 pm

Gav0909 wrote:Sooo, my man cave has been transformed into an actual cave tonight as my gf is off to bed, but I am still up modelling. And my desk light was annoying her, so she closed the curtains around me...selfish git!

Partners always so inconsiderate!!! lol

Post by **Lee** » Wed Jun 19, 2013 11:36 pm

Now that's funny.....lol

Post by **Coen** » Thu Jun 20, 2013 1:27 am

http://www.youtube.com/user/TheBenc1234 · Post by **benc123** » Tue Jun 25, 2013 8:53 pm

Here's mine, well when were not eating. LOL.

DSCF0850 by Benc123, on Flickr

Post by **Coen** » Tue Jun 25, 2013 9:31 pm

That is such a cool tray.

My work space didn't look all that much different not very long ago.
It would have been much better with that tray though!

http://www.youtube.com/user/TheBenc1234 · Post by **benc123** » Tue Jun 25, 2013 9:34 pm

That was my first build! LOL

Wish i'd made it bigger now tho!

Post by **Paul** » Tue Jun 25, 2013 10:38 pm

benc123 wrote:Here's mine, well when were not eating. LOL.

DSCF0850 by Benc123, on Flickr

Love your Minnie mouse cup Ben

http://www.youtube.com/user/TheBenc1234 · Post by **benc123** » Tue Jun 25, 2013 10:46 pm

Every modeller should have one!

Post by **Coen** » Tue Jun 25, 2013 10:58 pm

So the flooring fellas were by today and installed my floors, and the ceiling was delivered and is in my garage to be installed with the baseboards this weekend.
Maybe next week I'll be able to set up shop!

And of course the applicable warnings for safety!

Post by **Paul** » Tue Jun 25, 2013 11:02 pm

Looking good Coen

Post by **Lee** » Tue Jun 25, 2013 11:10 pm

Love it mate

Post by **EpoxySniffer** » Wed Jun 26, 2013 6:57 pm

That is going to be an awesome man cave Coen

Post by **Coen** » Wed Jun 26, 2013 8:34 pm

We'll see in a few days.
I plan to sucker my buddy the carpenter into building a few display shelves for me when he's here doing the baseboards.

Post by **Bagpiper** » Thu Jun 27, 2013 12:03 am

Some very cool ideas all the way from nice and simple to purpose built rooms and everything in between.

Cheers
Jim

Post by **Coen** » Sun Jun 30, 2013 1:29 am

So, we've got some baseboards and the ceiling started.
The really cool bit is the selves that he's knocked together for display.

Here's a few shots... excuse the mess.

Post by **RED** » Sun Jun 30, 2013 3:09 am

some really impressive work areas, just wished mine looked somewhat cleanish (everyone uses my desk including the cat atm have to partition off a part of the garage in the near future and move all my stuff out there - anyways here it is as it stands atm - will get cleaned up before I start the next build

messy mancave.jpg

Post by **Paul** » Sun Jun 30, 2013 8:16 am

Great display shelves coen.

Another great wok area Shaun

Post by **Bagpiper** » Sun Jun 30, 2013 6:29 pm

More great looking areas. Wow! I need to get working on mine

Cheers
Jim

Post by **WebbyNZ** » Mon Jul 01, 2013 12:31 am

Just ordered a pair or 800x1800 desks to be delivered tomorrow.
Step 3 of the workbench redisign done
Pity step 1 move the wifes sewing stuff out and step 2 clear my desks have not been done

Post by **WebbyNZ** » Tue Jul 02, 2013 7:16 am

Desks have arrived so i thought id post what im working with.
I have been super happy with it for the last couple of years but im now finding myself working on bigger projects with lighting etc.
Im also often working on more than 1 kit at a time and there is just enough room.

But the biggest reason is that i wanted something more ergonomic as i was getting a sore neck hunching over to the low workspace.
I have a new lower kneeling chair and the new desk will be propped up for comfort and to allow more storage underneath.

Overview of "The Cave" that houses my models, collectables and computers and the wifes sewing, crafting space.

Display cabinet i picked up cheap, was originally designed for sunglasses and watches so is well lit and houses random collectables, 'shelf queens' for now.
And some little drawers with things like scribers, saws, batteries, cutters etc

The bench, which as you can see is kinda cramped. Currently working on 'streetbiking' a Yamaha VMax

And on my right are more paints, spare parts, larger drawers for electronics, diorama stuff, weathering etc.
My portable (not anymore) spraybooth with cleaners etc underneath along with rattle cans.
Out of shot are my Zero Paints, Gloves, aribrush stuff, spare paints etc and the compressor.

Post by **Coen** » Tue Jul 02, 2013 10:17 am

Wow I thought that mine was bad with cram.
I am not worthy

Where did you get that paint stand for your Vallejo paints?
That's a handy looking rig.

Post by **WebbyNZ** » Tue Jul 02, 2013 11:08 am

Coen wrote:Wow I thought that mine was bad with cram.
I am not worthy
Where did you get that paint stand for your Vallejo paints?
That's a handy looking rig.

Cram sums it up pretty well.
They are generic nail polish racks. About a dozen per row and 5 rows per rack
Then they got put on an old in/out tray to maximise space.

Post by **Coen** » Tue Jul 02, 2013 11:38 am

Excellent use, or reuse, of materials. As any self respecting modeller should be.
Thanks