Not sure if this is the best place to post this topic, but here goes…
I’ve always wondered if armor enthusiasts have different modelling workspace needs than other modellers. When I used to work on aircraft, my paint inventory was much smaller and I needed a lot fewer tools/accessories, etc. Anyone else have this same situation? Am curious to see what other treadies workbench areas look like, so will start with posting a pic of my own. Nothing fancy, just some shelves and an old student type computer desk with a pullout keyboard tray.
Well My desk was purpose built as a model desk back in 87/88 cant really remember. but never got used as a model desk until a year ago when after 10 years of being out of it decided to get back into it . In the past year or so I have made a couple modifications to it floresent lamp, Paper towel dispensor and a mount for both my air compressor and my dremel tool.
I’m almost ashamed to post these pictures, but what the heck. My hobby room has changed quite a bit since I originally posted pictures. So here are some fresh shots.
First, the left side of the work space with my reference books, some dio supplies, and the mandatory entertainment device:
Then, to the right my paints, chemicals, and more dio supplies. On the wall is my peg board with AM parts, plastic, extra glues, etc:
Behind the workbench is a simple bookcase with my builds and all of my Verlinden, TankWorkshop, and other AM parts:
And last, but certainly not least is the stash closet:
Looks like an absolutely fantastic setup! The pic I showed is just one small corner of the room I work in…the rest of it is taken up with two computer desks and a storage closet (no modelling gear in there though). It’s a combination office/hobby area and spares the kitchen table from much abuse.
Foster 7155[#ditto]with wbill do you take visa or even better C.O.D. ( someone has to ) I showed my wife she said I was not now or ever will be as big a packrat.
I just work in my basebent, but in topic with the thread, yes, I do notice now that with armour, I have a LOT more tools, and especially, paints. I guess it just comes with the territory. I believe that there is a lot more involved in building a nice piece of armour than an a/c, but that’s just my opinion.
Thanks to everyone for their kind comments. Some of my fellow club members have compared work areas and overall, it’s a toss-up as to whether armor guys need more space. I’m really the only full time armor builder in the club. So there aren’t any others to compare. However, most of the dedicated A/C modelers have smaller work benches. I’d be interested to see some more of the other armor work spaces out there.
Kenneth, I remember when you were putting your room together. It turned out excellent. I really like the low table next to the desk and your paint storage. Great job.
It’s always nice to see other folk’s workspaces!
Looks like everyone’s got it going on![:D]
Coincidentally, I had just taken some pix of my “hobby area” a few days ago, since it was in a rare state of cleanliness. [:p]
Here’s a coupla pix:
When it’s building time, I toss a cutting matt on the desk, and go to town. All my paints and hobby supplies are in tacklebox-like plastic containers that are stored under the desk until needed. I also have a fold-out table that’s exactly the same height as this desk, which acts as an extension for larger projects. The set of drawers under the left side of the desk is on wheels, so it can also slide out and act as somewhat of an extension.
I’ll definitely be using all those extensions when the big 1/16 T-34, Tiger I, and Tiger II kits get the call to come down from their shelves in the closet!
I think armor guys use more space because of the extras like diorama building… which is the purpose of the low table in the middle of the room. I refuse to do dio work on my workbench… proper.
J-Hulk… i understand my photo was taken 2 days after i finnished it… before any work was done… rest confident that it doesn’t look like that now…
