I have 1970 Camero that I am working on, but also have a plane that would like to see complete as well. Should I wait until one is complete before starting a new one? What is a good rule of thumb, so work only be focused on one model or can you work on two at a time?
I have some down time when I am waiting for paint and glue to dry, so I was just wondering what other may do.
Thanks
There is no “Rule of Thumb” it’s what you are comfortable with.Some guys work on many projects at one time.Thats not me,I only do one at a time.
I agree with Tojo. This is a hobby, not a business. Do as you desire. As you mentioned, having two projects going simultaneously is a great way to eliminate down time while waiting for things to dry or set up. I find it can also help alleviate the “burn out” I often experience when I find myself mired in one project for a long period of time. If you want to stick with only working on one model until it’s completed, that’s fine. If you want to work on half a dozen at a time, that’s equally just as fine. The only rule of thumb is to enjoy what you’re doing. After all, isn’t that what a hobby is supposed to be all about? Have fun!
Yeah, build however many at a time you choose. It’s all personal preference and there is no “rule book” to this hobby. I will suggest that if you do plan on building more than one at a time make sure you have enough space for that.
I agree with the guys above, it is all up to each modeler’s choice.
I build in batches, though. I do it two different ways, depending on the aircraft I am building. One way is to build 4 Skyhawks (or whatever) at the same time, then when I dig out the seat belt color, I don’t do just one belt set and then stop, I do 4 sets. The other way is to do 4 completely different aircraft Color schemes together, then I never have to wait for paint to dry, by the time I do something on each model, the paints are dry or the session is over.
I also use a lot of underwing weapons, so whenever I hit a stopping point on the planes and still have modeling time left, I just do a dozen of some weapon type.
Rex
I used to be a one model at a time person. Then I discovered that when a model got to the painting stage, I could start building the next one so it’s kind of like a production line.
Nothing wrong with multiple builds. If I’m building a 109, like Tarn said, why not build 2 or 3 at a time and when you’re ready to paint the cockpit, do all 3. Less wasted paint. I have noticed that I can get too carried away and with too many simultaneous builds, you can get burnt out and end up neglecting or half-a**ing some, and in my case, it shows.
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It’s a very personal choice. When time is no object, one at a time allows for greater concentration in a single project. But if you have lots if things that you want to get done, multiple builds are not a bad idea at all. Group Builds on here are a source of constant multiple projects for me.
I build multiple. Did a single build a while ago - and it was the quickest I have yet finished a kit of that sort. Simply because that’s all you have to focus on. Then continued with that, but with a more detailed build. So now I’ve started a second in parallel.
My one build is detailed multi-media (currently 43rd scale F1) whilst the other is a plastic OOB build. I very often find that I can quickly glue or paint something on the plastic build, but with the MM builds you often get to a stage where you need to sit down for an extended time and get a sub-assembly done, which may mean days before I can get around to it. In the meanwhile I can complete a bit of painting, decaling and assemblies on the plastic build in very short timeslots.
And tbh, for me it also helps with motivation to not have to plug through the same thing, esp with MM build taking quite some time (for me). After a while it becomes nice to shift the focus a bit to another subject.
I agree you should do what feels right for you. Don’t lock yourself into one thing…try both! I personally have multiple builds at one time (currently have 5-6). I have the space to do that and like Stik said, when you have multiple GB’s going, it helps keep up a good pace. But bottom line, do what you like! Remember, it’s a hobby…it’s supposed to be fun!
Eagle90
I generally build two at a time- often one complex kit and a simple one. I use enamel for paint, so have frequent down times for paint drying (even with my paint drying heated box) so having two kits on bench gives me something to do while I am waiting for paint to dry (or filler, or whatever) on the other.
I’ve multi-tasked with my modeling for years. I think it helps me to put something aside occasionally to give a better perspective when I eventually go back to it. The downside to that approach is that sometimes I’m not happy with something, which makes me re-work it, which in turn drags out the project even longer.
Making things worse, I’m a slow builder to start with. It’s not unusual for me to spend a year or more on a particular model.
I’ve got about four projects going that are visible on my workbench now, plus a couple of others put aside in boxes.
The 1/72 Phantom is pretty close to being done and want to finish it up mostly to get it out of the way. The other stuff still have a long way to go (1/72 Hasegawa F14B, 1/48 Monogram F-4J and 1/196 Revell USS Constitution).
Mark
i usually have 5 or 6 more if i can’t prime or paint due to the temperature. something i am going to try when is building 2 or 3 of the same at the same time, maybr a 1/35 and a 1/72 or 2 or 3 of the same type (PLA ZSL 92, 92A, 92B 6x6 IFVs) with different camo schemes. when it warmer i build more because i have 5 work stations in the bunker.
I used to work on one at a time, then I discovered multi-tasking! http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/images/smilies/woot.gif.pagespeed.ce.YX7_2-WsZv.gif
I suppose it depends on whatever you can handle at once and what you have the space for. Personally, I’m not organized enough to handle more than one at a time. The only real benefit, for me, would be to save paint.
The Book of Armaments says three. No more. No less. Three shall be the number thou shalt build. And the number of the building shall be three.
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Isn’t that only for women? [:P]
HAHAHA! [:D] Monty Python rules!
