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Greetings, everyone!

Discussion in 'Welcome aboard' started by Reality in Miniature, Jun 2, 2019.

  1. Reality in Miniature Member

    Country:
    United-States
    Greetings, everyone!

    My name is Tom Sollers. I'm a retired graphic designer and illustrator. I have been sculpting, painting and building models since I was very young. My primary area of interest is WW1 aviation. But, I am actually fascinated with all aspects of history.

    Like many here I'm sure, I have been quietly observing activities on the forum for many years. Since my retirement a few years ago I have been trying to get back to sculpting and model building which I put on pause when my career and parenting demands took priority. I am now reaching out to connect with like-minded individuals in the hopes of fostering some friendships.

    Currently my sculpting consists of works using ProMat, but I am becoming increasingly interested in photogrammetry and 3D printing. Perhaps combining the two mediums together in some way.

    I will offer what knowledge I can to conversations — though I suspect the knowledge may be flowing in the opposite direction. And praise or gentle, constructive criticism if appropriate.

    I look forward to talking with you.

    Tom
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  2. Nap Moderator

    Country:
    England
    Hi Tom

    BIG WELCOME to you good to have you here with us

    Always good to have sculptors so please share SBS techniques

    Sure you've seen Elan 13 figures , great companions to aircraft by Rob Lane

    Please do share the AC with figures we can all learn I am positive

    Ask anything , someone will know or PM me if you wish

    Nap
  3. 1969 A Fixture

    Country:
    United-Kingdom
    Welcome Tom looking forward to seeing some of your work.

    Steve
  4. samson Well-Known Member

    Country:
    United-States
    Welcome aboard
  5. Banjer A Fixture

    Country:
    England
    Welcome.
    Where are you located?
    Bill
  6. Reality in Miniature Member

    Country:
    United-States
    Thank you all for the warm welcome!

    I live in the United States. Currently in Maryland. But transitioning soon to Pennsylvania.

    I will post some in-progress pics soon.

    Yes, the Elan 13 figures have served as an inspiration for me. I think the Great War period is rich in subject matter that has yet to be explored.

    Tom
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  7. John Bowery A Fixture

    Country:
    United-States
    Welcome and enjoy.
    Cheers
    John
  8. akaryu Moderator

    Country:
    Belgium
    Welcome, bienvenu, welkom!

    Pierre
  9. Mirofsoft A Fixture

    Country:
    Belgium
  10. Richie A Fixture

    Country:
    United-Kingdom
    Hi Tom,
    Welcome aboard. If you're a WW1 buff then your in the right place, Elan13, Tommy's War, Mitches Military Models and RDG to name a few have some great products from this period and covering all scales.
    cheers
    Richie
  11. Reality in Miniature Member

    Country:
    United-States
    Thank you John, Pierre, Mirofsoft and Richie!

    Tom
  12. theBaron A Fixture

    Country:
    United-States
    Welcome to the Planet, Tom! I look forward to seeing your work. I'm trying to teach myself to sculpt, too, though just in the traditional way.

    Where are you heading in PA? I'm in Bethlehem.

    Prost!
    Brad
  13. Reality in Miniature Member

    Country:
    United-States
    Greetings, Brad!

    Thank you.

    I'm located near West Chester. So not too far!

    Tom
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  14. malc PlanetFigure Supporter

    Country:
    England
    Welcome sir from across the pond.
  15. Reality in Miniature Member

    Country:
    United-States
    Greetings, Malc!

    Thank you! I must say I'm a little envious of you folks "across the pond" — there seems to be much greater value placed on your history.
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