I just wanted to pass along a hello and thank you to the fine folks that populate this site. The outpouring of support, sharing of information, and real honest-to-goodness constructive criticism is a testament to the special community that populates Armorama.

As for myself, I'm 35 and have recently rediscovered the hobby after a 20 year hiatus. I modeled a fair amount in my earlier years and even dabbled a bit in some diorama work. At that age, the work would be considered rudimentary, but I was happy with it.

As an adult, I'm still quite a novice compared to many of the fine modelers on this site. The key for me is to build for fun. I enjoy the time spent creating and seeing my 6 year old son's excitement as the latest tank, plane, etc. takes shape. It did my ego a bit of good when he couldn't wait to bring his friend by to see the Italeri M977 HEMTT I had just finished. Seeing their eyes light up was priceless!

Modeling has taken on a new signficance in my life as I've finally found a "family" hobby. My son is now learning the basic skills. Even better, my wife decided to join in as well! It's nice to get everyone around the kitchen table and interact as a family unit for a change.

I'm sure I could go on and on, so once again, thanks to all for their efforts in keeping the best modeling site on the 'net going.

- Frank

Welcome to the BEST site in the world......

Frank,

welcome to the Big A!!

Gunfighter...
Congratulations on rediscovering your hobby of past...
I must agree with you, having family support is very important, as well as encouraging...Sounds like you have a good thing going, welcome to the community, and welcome to THE VERY BEST SITE on the NET!!!
Keep modeling, and believe me, if you have a problem or question about this fine hobby of ours, you will find an answer to your question(s) here.

Sincerely,
Gunny

Hello!

welcome to Amorama, the best place to be!

hope to see some work from you soon! heck, i hope to see work done by your family members too!

Man Gunfighter

You are a lucky man. Having a complete family that builts models. That must be cool. Looking forward to what you and the fam will produce and show here.

And further I can`t add anything to what Matt said



But you will find that out very very soon.

Thanks to all for the warm and global welcome! Once I get a little more comfortable and confident in my finished product, I'll post some photos. My wife is currently working on a Lindberg Jolly Roger that's turning out quite well for her very first kit. I hope she'll let me post of pic of it upon completion.

As for myself, I bounce between armor and aircraft (WWII to modern) with an emphasis on armor used in Iraq. I especially like building those vehicles which aren't as widely known and visible.

I'm certainly glad that sites like this exist to help out the new modeler. Even choosing a good kit can be challenge with the many choices available.

- Frank

Welcome to Armorama Frank. We are all very happy to see that you have joined us here. It is always nice to welcome a new member to our "Family" of modelers.

welcome to Armorama Frank.glad you joined the family.
greetz from Turkey

Hey welcome Gunfighter
hope you enjoy this site as much as i do!
welcome to the family! K

Hiya Frank..welcome to the Big A. One of the absoulute best sites around. Mary (++)

welcome, you'll have fun here

Hi there Frank

Welcome to the big A. Greetz from sunny South Africa.

You've only been here a few days and you've already made a valuable contribution:




Never though of getting SWMBO involved in the hobby... that's one way to keep her busy while I try to model

Velcome to the big A. Gunfighter.
Congrats with rediscovering this great hobby.
If your in to this hobby, there is no better place to be, than here at Armorama

Hi,

Welcome to Armorama. People here are very supportive....whether in modelig or not.

Wow! A family of modelers. I wish mine was like that.

Again, welcome and enjoy.

Angela :-)8

Once again, thanks to all for the very warm welcome. I really appreciate it!

I was showing this site to my wife last night and she was enthralled with the work posted in the galleries. She's been searching for a hobby for some time, especially one where she can work with her hands and be creative. As long as she finds subject matter that interests her, I believe she'll be involved by my side for a long time to come. And, even better, she's agreed to let me post pics of her Jolly Roger once she's completed it.

- Frank

Welcome to the best site on the web. There is a great deal to be learned here. While my wife is very supportive of my hobby, you are indeed a lucky man to have a wife who also particpates!

Keith

Welcome back and welcome to the best site around with the most active diorama section on the net

The only rule around here is to ask all questions.......

Gunfighter -
Adding my welcome also. As an even "older", I'm still fortunate enough to have my sons interested and sharing in the hobby. They're mostly interested in "Figures" but the working together and sharing improvements, technigues, etc. is great. Glad to hear you're enjoying that also. It's a bond that will last. Like the commercial, "Bottles of paint and brushes - $15, Model kit - $30, Family sharing - PRICELESS". So again, welcome to a big, sharing, and definitely supportive family here at Armorama.

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