Do you ever give your miniatures away to friends/family on their birthdays, holidays, etc.?

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Do you ever give your miniatures away to friends/family on their birthdays, holidays, etc.?

  • Yes.

    Votes: 14 66.7%
  • No.

    Votes: 7 33.3%

  • Total voters
    21

Lissorles

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Hello again!

My uncle, ever since I have known him, has been obsessed with WWII--books, movies (one of which we share in common, Das Boot), and generally everything WWII-related. So, that got me thinking, why don't I paint him up a miniature for his birthday next year? Usually I'll give away edible perishables on special occasions, because it's convenient and doesn't require a lot of forethought, but I have been rethinking that as of late.

Actually, the more I think about it, giving away those edibles (not THC-infused ones, haha!) sometimes/oftentimes results in over-indulgence and feelings of guilt/shame afterwards. And you, having been the one to give them those chocolates, wine, etc., were the one that indirectly, uninintentionally caused them to feel that guilt. Last year, for example, I went to my neighbours' Christmas party and the hostess (wife) instructed me to bring home my Christmas present (an assortment of homebaked cookies) because she was going to have a hard time resisting them. (This year I'll be painting them a Christmas ornament and giving it to them as a gift instead!)

So, what's your experience been like gifting miniatures to your friends/family: is it something you do, why or why not? One of my main concerns in gifting models to adults, would be exposure to UV rays. I've witnessed firsthand the effect UV exposure has had on my/others' paintings, lava lamps, and other UV-sensitive objects. Models, I imagine, would also deteriorate from several hours of indirect/direct sunlight per day. Has this been a concern of yours as well, if you're someone who has given away models as gifts? Is it something you take preventative measures against? Let me know!

Bests,

Lissorles
 
Hi Lissories

Haven't given away as a birthday present as such but have painted something my wife Carole particularly liked

As for light effects ....I am sure if you did a figure it would be treasured safely , you coukd always mention about any possible effects

Nap
 
I have given away miniatures as presents to family members and dear friends, and they all have appreciated them a lot (I made sure they knew just how much work went into them and how grateful they ought to feel to be deemed worthy:D ).

What happens to my presents after they left my hands is of no concern to me - I've been known to break/damage/lose things given to me by loved/liked ones, just ask my wife...

Karl
 
My family and friends ask for painted Miniatures from me as Gifts if ever a birthday or such ocassion occurs.
Regards
Pete
 
Hi Lissories

Haven't given away as a birthday present as such but have painted something my wife Carole particularly liked

As for light effects ....I am sure if you did a figure it would be treasured safely , you coukd always mention about any possible effects

Nap

One of the advantages of giving away models to someone you live with, who sees you working on them daily/weekly, is that they know how much time and effort you put into them, so they are more inclined to treat them with care. Your wife Carole is lucky to be able to share your works with you!
 
I have given away miniatures as presents to family members and dear friends, and they all have appreciated them a lot (I made sure they knew just how much work went into them and how grateful they ought to feel to be deemed worthy:D ).

What happens to my presents after they left my hands is of no concern to me - I've been known to break/damage/lose things given to me by loved/liked ones, just ask my wife...

Karl


Before giving away models to friends/family, especially those with young children, I think it's important to let them know how much of your time, effort and patience went into selecting, assembling and painting them. I am a minimalist, though, so I don't honestly care about most things that are outside of my possession. Taking pictures of my models and sharing them with a community such as this one would be of more value to me than holding onto them, but it would be nice to showcase them for others when I have company.
 
My family and friends ask for painted Miniatures from me as Gifts if ever a birthday or such ocassion occurs.
Regards
Pete


Your miniatures must be something to behold, for your family and friends to ask for them on birthdays and other special occasions! Have you posted in PF's gallery section?
 
I have given away many purpose built figures to family and friends over the years. Representing their military service, musical tastes, personal interests (Star Trek, Hobbit, Bag Piper, etc.), pets, and so on. Usually given once completed and for no specific day (birthday, xmas). They have been appreciated.

Doug
 
Hello again!

My uncle, ever since I have known him, has been obsessed with WWII--books, movies (one of which we share in common, Das Boot), and generally everything WWII-related. So, that got me thinking, why don't I paint him up a miniature for his birthday next year? Usually I'll give away edible perishables on special occasions, because it's convenient and doesn't require a lot of forethought, but I have been rethinking that as of late.

Actually, the more I think about it, giving away those edibles (not THC-infused ones, haha!) sometimes/oftentimes results in over-indulgence and feelings of guilt/shame afterwards. And you, having been the one to give them those chocolates, wine, etc., were the one that indirectly, uninintentionally caused them to feel that guilt. Last year, for example, I went to my neighbours' Christmas party and the hostess (wife) instructed me to bring home my Christmas present (an assortment of homebaked cookies) because she was going to have a hard time resisting them. (This year I'll be painting them a Christmas ornament and giving it to them as a gift instead!)

So, what's your experience been like gifting miniatures to your friends/family: is it something you do, why or why not? One of my main concerns in gifting models to adults, would be exposure to UV rays. I've witnessed firsthand the effect UV exposure has had on my/others' paintings, lava lamps, and other UV-sensitive objects. Models, I imagine, would also deteriorate from several hours of indirect/direct sunlight per day. Has this been a concern of yours as well, if you're someone who has given away models as gifts? Is it something you take preventative measures against? Let me know!

Bests,

Lissorles

Yeah, loads.
Just ask Peedee.
He thinks it was friendship.
Not really, foundations only go so far.
Shelves have even levelled up now.:whistle:
 
I might consider giving away a figure to family or friends if I thought they might appreciate the effort that's gone into it. That said, most people I know outside the hobby equate what we do to "toy soldiers" or "wargaming" and have no appreciation of it as a worthwhile hobby. The main question I get asked is "what is that worth ?", or " why don't you sell them?" - never "oh, that's nice, what does it represent ?"

Phil
 
I might consider giving away a figure to family or friends if I thought they might appreciate the effort that's gone into it. That said, most people I know outside the hobby equate what we do to "toy soldiers" or "wargaming" and have no appreciation of it as a worthwhile hobby. The main question I get asked is "what is that worth ?", or " why don't you sell them?" - never "oh, that's nice, what does it represent ?"

Phil


I get exactly the same comments on my figures with an occasional 'that's beautiful' thrown into the mix but rarely, if ever, does anyone ask about the the man or the unit being represented. I'd be willing to bet almost all of us have the same experience. It doesn't bother me though -- I just find another figure to paint, another unit to represent, another era to explore.
 
Yes,I have,my mother received a Hidatsa dog soldier flat,my brother will get a Warhammer figure or two.now and then when I hear of a coworker having a bad week,I’ll paint up a 28 mm figure to cheer themup
 
Only once when I was beginning to paint in the 70ies .
A co-worker had told me that he was collecting "Empire" figurines
I offered him this one

Tambour-A1-WR.jpg


He gave it back to me, telling, sorry I only do in the hight quality by Starlux, showing me

tambour (2) r.jpg


I took my figurine back, end NEVER again did I gave a figurine
 

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