Hello from Canada

[StokeModels]

Hello all, I've been lurking around the forum for a while and thought I'd set up a profile and introduce myself. I'm based in Victoria, BC and have recently met a few local builders who are also on here, @Phildaupho, @Misha and @Steve H - there's probably a few more but I haven't connected those dots yet.

I built models as a kid and for a short spell in my 30's but I've recently (2019) returned to the hobby and have been enjoying building again. I started building again as a nice, quiet hobby and it quickly became another creative outlet. To that end, I've jumped into 3D printing and am really enjoying the level of customization that it allows.

I'll build pretty much anything I find interesting but I do tend to lean to European and Japanese cars with some American cars in there as well. Here's a few builds that cover the international spectrum:

German:
 

British:



Italian:



Japanese:



And American:



Thanks for looking and I'm looking forward to being on the forum.

Martin.

[slusher]

Welcome aboard, Martin great looking Models!

Edited December 22, 2022 by slusher
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[yh70]

welcome to the Forum Martin.  great looking builds you have.

[Joe Nunes]

Welcome to the forum, Martin!

Joe

[Phildaupho]

Great to see you make an appearance on the forum from being a recent regular in the magazine [the last three issues - twice on the cover]. Your models really deserve to be posted Under Glass so more members can have a chance to see your outstanding builds and photography.

Edited December 22, 2022 by Phildaupho

[Horrorshow]

Welcome fellow Canuck

[Tortuga Kustomz]

Welcome top the forum

[Zippi]

Welcome to the forum Martin.

[Bainford]

Welcome to the forum, Martin. Some examples of excellent model building you have posted there. Fine builds, and very creative. Looking forward to seeing more. Cheers.

[Street Rod]

Welcome to the forum, Martin. Great looking models there, look forward to seeing more of your work.

[Steve H]

This is EXCELLENT news! Welcome aboard Martin. First, congratulations on your recent magazine articles and covers. Even though I have seen that ‘30 Ford in person, it somehow looks even better in print. This is partly your photography, and part seeing it bigger for my failing eyes. Anyone not familiar with Martin’s craftsmanship is in for a real treat. Looking forward to seeing more of your amazing builds, along with the incredible photography.  
 

Cheers, Steve

[Misha]

Welcome Martin, great to see your craftsmanship on the forum! Congrats also on the MCM cover. Having viewed your builds in person has been a real treat and certainly looking forward to your WIPs. There will be a load of techniques and methods that all members will benefit from. 
 

Welcome aboard, cheers Misha

[StokeModels]

Thanks to all for the warm welcome!

[JollySipper]

Level 3 must be what 'level' that Countach build is on....... as in "a whole 'nother level"!  

[Can-Con]

Some fantastic builds there. Very impressive work.

Sorry about the snow, I sent some for my father and sister in Campbell River, guess it kinda overflowed. ?

If it's any consolation, it's pouring rain here in Fredericton NB tonight.?

[StokeModels]

4 hours ago, Can-Con said:

Sorry about the snow

Ha! It is supposed to get up to eight degrees tomorrow though. 

[PappyD340]

Welcome to the forum Martin!

[happy grumpy]

Welcome Martin. You do some impressive models, looking forward to see more.

[misterNNL]

Loving that Italian Jag! Outstanding builds for sure. Welcome aboard.

[Smitty]

Welcome Martin! I noticed a couple of your builds in the Under Glass section., and after seeing more here I have to tell you your builds are exemplary and your backgrounds and lighting are very artistically chosen. I’m looking forward to learning more about your work.

[NOBLNG]

Welcome to the forum Martin. Those are all super nice builds. Looking forward to seeing more of your work.?

[AmericanMuscleFan]

Welcome to the forum Martin, your creations are impressive and seem to me to be perfectly assembled.  You have good taste and I look forward to seeing more of your excellent work. ?

[SpikeSchumacher]

Welcome Martin! Your builds are truly inspiring!

[Mattilacken]

Welcome to the forum! 

[futile]

From a fellow Victorian who doesn't expect to reach your level, um, ever - very impressive, especially that olive British beast. You're one of many here I hope to learn from.