Hello

[Shaun Smith]

Hi Guys, firstly, thank you for the add, I'm really looking forward to conversing with you all.

Over the past (on and off) 25 years, I've been predominantly working with 1:35 armoured vehicles, unfortunately, scratchbuilding, sanding, cutting etc, has been quite an issue of late due to arthritis of the hands.
After the "Wo is me" period, I've decided to move into figure painting, rather than give up the hobby (which would be a great sadness).

I'm researching which avenue to go down, historic, modern, fantasy etc, or maybe have a go at them all .

As I've said, I look forward to hearing ALL your tips, advice etc, and, anything would be greatly appreciated from an "old novice".

Cheers guys.

 

[1969]

Welcome to the world of figures Shaun.

Steve

 

[Nap]

Hi Shaun

A BIG WELCOME to PF

Great to have you with us , ( I only do busts ! )....share the PF word , all are very welcome to join ..no matter what's modelled with figures, fantasy , warhammer, war game figures

Have a good look around and enjoy

Do ask anything someone will know...feel free to message me with questions

Lots of different sections to look at including traditional and 3 D sculpting , competitions , WIP's , References , Painting techniques and so much more

There are threads in Welcome Aboard about how to do things including posting pics on PF but do contact me always happy to help

We have a Marketplace where after members have contributed 50+ posts can use to sell , request if anyone has a model to sell etc...You might also pick up some rather good bargains !

We have V Bench for WIP's and also a Completed part ,reference section and much more

There's also Painting techniques where you will find much about Acrylics and Oils

ALL figures are welcome and of course Vignettes & Diorama ( we run friendly competitions if you wish as well , one where there are 3 classes to choose in which to enter )

Look forward to seeing your modelling no matter what you paint or sculpt .......its all about having fun

Happy bench-time

Nap ( Moderator/Admin )

PS Love the Avatar

 

[Nap]

Hi Shaun ...again

Get this in your diary ...msg or email ( I’m Kevin !) me if you need details

There’s a PF Display as well as a mass of others

Nap

 

[Shaun Smith]

Thanks for this Nap, a very warm welcome indeed. Yes, you got to love a bit of Terry Thomas! .
Show date in my diary now, looking forward to it.
Still deciding on type, scale genre of figures/busts to build. I have a little bit of experience with figures, but could do with some "words of wisdom" regarding where to start.

 

[Nap]

Thanks for this Nap, a very warm welcome indeed. Yes, you got to love a bit of Terry Thomas! .
Show date in my diary now, looking forward to it.
Still deciding on type, scale genre of figures/busts to build. I have a little bit of experience with figures, but could do with some "words of wisdom" regarding where to start.

Look forward to meeting you at BC

As for words of wisdom , I don’t do figures with legs but I suggest you look at 75mm , good scale to work with if a bust look at 1/12th

Have a look at Completed forum and Figure News as well for ideas

You might want to look at the Marketplace as well ....lots on sale at very reasonable prices see if anything takes your fancy ...msg or email me if you need help

Nap

 

[Shaun Smith]

Brilliant, thanks mate.

 

[theBaron]

Welcome to the Planet, Shaun! I think a lot of us travelled the same path from scale models with figures, to focusing on figures. I grew up on Monogram, Revel, Airfix, Tamiya, and they all included at least 1 figure with a subject, and often several. I cut my teeth on those, from 1/32 armor crew, to 1/48th pilots, to Airfix' 1/72 and HO figures, back in the day. And today, it's 54mm toy soldiers!
I look forward to seeing your work!
Prost!
Brad

 

[dfmoss]

Welcome aboard!

Don

 

[Larsen E. Whipsnade]

Hi, Shaun, and let me add my welcome to Planet Figure, the best miniatures site on the web. At the Planet it doesn't matter what you paint. It doesn't matter how well you paint it. It only matters that you enjoy our shared hobby. As Nap and all the others indicated feel free to look around and ask questions. We're a friendly bunch and happy to help where we can. We look forward to seeing your work.
Rick

 

[MalcC]

Hi Shaun.
Great to have you with us.
Don't let the arthritis stop you, I have it in both hands and have to wear splints 24/7.
Initially I thought I'd have to give up, but I just adapted and changed my painting methods a little, and I'm still enjoying the hobby immensely.

Malc

 

[blazermax]

Hi, Shaun, and let me add my welcome to Planet Figure, the best miniatures site on the web. At the Planet it doesn't matter what you paint. It doesn't matter how well you paint it. It only matters that you enjoy our shared hobby. As Nap and all the others indicated feel free to look around and ask questions. We're a friendly bunch and happy to help where we can. We look forward to seeing your work.
Rick

Welcome to Planet Figure, Shaun! We're thrilled to have you join our community. Here, it’s all about enjoying the hobby, no matter what you paint or how skilled you are. Feel free to explore, ask questions, and share your work. We’re a friendly group and happy to support each other. Enjoy your time here!