iModeler How-to

Tips and solutions to improve your modelling techniques.

Video: Matchbox 1:72 Spitfire Mk IXe -Vintage Build-

A HUGE thanks goes to GYRUSS who sent me this kit to build. Please do yourself a favour and check out his fantastic channel, you won't be disappointed: (link) This build covers several areas in my 1:72 Spitfire collection. I wanted to [...]

Video: Masking Model Kit Camouflage -Demonstration-

A question I've been asked a few times since the Lancaster video, is "how did you mask the camouflage"? Well in this video I'll not only tell you, but I'll show you too.

Video: 2021 Model Kit Stash Tour

Come with me, and you'll my world of modeling imagination... A just for fun stash tour video, I hope that you will enjoy! And check out these links for model modeling awesomeness! Old School Models (link) Otaku [...]

Video: ICM 1:48 I-153 Chaika “Winter Version”

I've always liked the Chaika, and colors and markings of Finnish aircraft of WWII. So put them all together and you've got one snazzy I-153! I've heard that the engineering behind this kit is really good, and I was really impressed by how [...]

Creating Prop Blur with Photoshop

I've only built a couple of wheels-up, in-flight models, and have used clear acetate for the prop spin. However, I have admired many of the great "flying" models posted by the "experten" of the iModeler community. [...]

Video: Nameplate for Battleship Model – Yamato Bonus Video – 3D Modelling

Video: Parcel from @Tokyo Model Detective and @stevethefishdotnet and short update.

This was a really cool surprise, that I wish I was more alert to enjoy, but I'll do that once I get started on this thing. Again thanks to all mentioned in the video, links for their channels are right here: Tokyo Model [...]

Video: 3D Print Fictional Dystopian Black Market Trader Scale Model Vignette

Video: Resistance Soldering for Scale Models

A "Guide to Resistance Soldering by David Brandreth (link) is an engaging and extremely complete explanation of how to use resistance soldering for scale model construction. It is a must-see for anyone that works with photoetch or [...]

Video: Airfix 1:72 B-17G Flying Fortress

Okay, I wasn't expecting to build two B-17's this past year. I bought this in the early summer and the more I looked at the parts the more I wanted to build this kit! I guess in a way I couldn't resist as the B-17 is my favourite [...]