Hi, I'm Gweeble... *blarg!*
I just started down the path of modeling, I haven't done it in years (10+), and being 25, with no end in sight for college/grad school/etc, I need an alternative to chasing beer and hitting concerts. Growing up and down, *chuckle*.

Back when I was a kid I use to hit flea markets (dad is antique dealer, I am sorta too) and get 1/35 scale model people (Tamiya probably) and I also use to get a magazine called Military Modeler... I can't easily find these items anymore. I live in the boonies of Upstate NY and this college town has no hobby shops.

What I want to make: I want to do dioramas (war, rpg), various scales... Scratchbuilding a lot of things (I have an art degree, so I do have some materials, but not the important stuff).

I need to find online stores/sources (no auctions, been burned a lot on things) for: ww2 to vietnam era models, 1/35th scale, figures too. I also need metal rpg miniatures as well (like warhammer or d&d, not picky). I need good paints, airbrush?, and all the things you reccomend for a tool kit.

Materials for dioramas - I've been doing quite well so far, I live on a lake and I get very fine stone/pebbles (like -very- fine) and course sand. I have plaster, various mosses and such.

So , I'm asking all you wonderful people for help, where can I buy this stuff, what do you suggest I get for a beginner...? THANKS!

Welcome to Armorama Gweeble, Glad to see you have joined us. There are a lot of online hobby stores that you can find just about everything that you may need to build some decent dioramas. Check with the guys on the diorama forum. These guys are always ready to help out. Enjoy. http://www.greatmodels.com/ http://www.internethobbies.com/
http://www.modelmecca.com/


[ http://hobbylinc.com/ Here are a few shops to look at for kits and supplies. There are some that you can find here on the main page of some of our sponsors. Enjoy.

Welcome to the "Big A"! If your looking for some good stores, just check the top. I've heard they're pretty good. Thanks for your time.

Thanks, I'll wander over to the diorama section

Online stores are a pretty good option when you lack a decent hobby shop, and I think you could get everything there.

Welcome to Armorama!
Here's a couple links to get you started:

Model Makers Toolbox

Shopping Links

Welcome, glad to have you with us. Don't hesitate to ask any questions that you have. Enjoy yourself here at Armorama.

thanks, i'm trying to learn what i can, lots to read, kinda overwhelming...

Welcome to the best site around Gweeble!!! Have fun.
Ciao from Italy

Welcome aboard my friend . the help and feeling you get here is above anything in model life. Build and enjoy
Greetings from Greece