Italeri has started a new series of “Complete Sets” – model kits with not only the kit, but the acrylic paint, decals, glue brush, tweezers, sandpaper & even a sprue cutter included to make it an all-in-one build day contender!
Check out this stunning 1/32 C-47 from Czech-based HPH Models.
HK Models are releasing a special limited edition of their 1/32nd scale B-17G. This release of only 500 kits features a young Princess Elizabeth Windsor on a visit to a US Airforce base during WWII.
Summary of the July 2023 meeting. Open and “Cold War” contest results.
Hosted annually by the Illawarra Plastic Modellers’ Association, this year’s 2023 New South Wales Scale Model Show was held last weekend in lovely Illawarra shire. Lots of model eye candy in this article!
Two new 1/32 Spitfire kits announced by Kotare, the New Zealand model company that inherited some of the creative talent that formerly staffed Wingnut Wings.
The yearly Malaysia International Miniature Hobby Show (MIMHS) 2023 & MALCOM show was held June 3 & 4 in Penang. Check out this article for some stunning craftsmanship on display.
Summary of the June 2023 meeting. Clinic night!
The Shizuoka Hobby Show is one of the biggest in Japan: a showcase for a wealth of different products from static models to railroad models, radio-controlled models and more, from many of the top Japanese brands: a great opportunity to catch up on the very latest market trends.
According to wargamer.com, here are the best 3D printers for creating quality miniatures in 2023, plus the 3D printer stats to look for when choosing a model making machine.
This article covers the build of several United States Air Force (USAF) model collections used in the ASM model display at the USAF 75th Anniversary Ball on October 14, 2022, at Kirtland Air Force Base.
Reskit regularly pumps out a great amount of new sets for model aircraft enjoyers. Late April (now May’s) new releases see eighty (80!) missiles, jamming pods, exhausts, rails, cockpits, & a lot more coming our way.
Summary of the May 2023 meeting. “Wildlife” contest results.
This is a great video to better understand different types of airbrushes and their uses. If you’re a new modeler or considering a different airbrush, this is a great place to start.
Summary of the April 2023 meeting. World War I Sponsored Contest results, and a fantastic presentation by ASM member Don Gatewood.
The Commemorative Air Force from Airbase Arizona has announced their 2023 tour, which includes a stop in Albuquerque.
Interesting new model releases announced at Nuremberg Toy & Hobby Fair 2023!
Did you know that Tamiya Cement and Tamiya Airbrush Cleaner are the same thing? Read more if you want to same some money!
Summary of the March 2023 meeting. First points contest of 2023!
Produced by AK Interactive, this book is 384 pages of modeling mastery. It covers aircraft modeling techniques in stunning color and detail.
