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Cybermodeler Online", " May 2007
"This title has a wealth of information gathered from the experiences of a veteran space modeler. Many of the tips and techniques are valuable to other types of modeling as well. This is not a rehash of other modeling titles 'out there', this is great stuff and the subjects used in this title are contemporary, including the Atomic Models Mercury Capsule and Burt Rutan's SpaceShipOne. Definitely recommended!"
"This title has a wealth of information gathered from the experiences of a veteran space modeler. Many of the tips and techniques are valuable to other types of modeling as well. This is not a rehash of other modeling titles 'out there', this is great stuff and the subjects used in this title are contemporary, including the Atomic Models Mercury Capsule and Burt Rutan's SpaceShipOne. Definitely recommended!"
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book has introduced me to a great many new tips and information on model making. I first got word of it while I met the author at a sci-fi convention. I had long admired his model work on Doctor Who, Blakes 7 Star Cops.
Now when I got this I had no idea that my imagination would go any further than I anticipated. Making model kits is more than just simply opening the box, gluing the bits from the sprue, painting it and then applying the decals. It's actually more of an art form that gives you the oppurtunity to own the real thing in miniature. I can honestly say I don't think I'll ever make a model like I used to ever again.
Already I have a model Space Shuttle and Apollo/Saturn V. But I'm holding onto my patience this time round in order to make them look like the ones that professional and ameteur ways Mat Irvine can make of a kit.
Now when I got this I had no idea that my imagination would go any further than I anticipated. Making model kits is more than just simply opening the box, gluing the bits from the sprue, painting it and then applying the decals. It's actually more of an art form that gives you the oppurtunity to own the real thing in miniature. I can honestly say I don't think I'll ever make a model like I used to ever again.
Already I have a model Space Shuttle and Apollo/Saturn V. But I'm holding onto my patience this time round in order to make them look like the ones that professional and ameteur ways Mat Irvine can make of a kit.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I eagerly awaited the release of this book as I already owned a copy of his previous work of genius, "Creating Space". This book will not disappoint! Glossy and colour throughout. It is packed full of superbly photographed models and their construction, it's easy to follow and extremely informative. The passion and expertise that Mat Irvine has exudes from the pages, inspiring the reader from the first page to the last. Whether you enjoy modelling or not, it's an outstanding reference to space travel both factual and fictional that will have you wanting more. For the modeller, this is a "must have" item for your bookshelf!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
A Great Resource and How-To Guide
25 Jun 2007
Format:Paperback
Modeling spacecraft, both historical and fictional, is a niche within the modeling world. This book speaks to those interested in that niche. It covers such diverse topics various modeling materials, scrounging to make what is desired from what is available, painting, decaling and, especially, sources for obscure materials and kits.
This is dedicated primarily to static models and not the flying ones but can be useful for the latter crowd as well.
It is a British publication but is applicable for all.
This is dedicated primarily to static models and not the flying ones but can be useful for the latter crowd as well.
It is a British publication but is applicable for all.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Building Spacecraft - Do it!
27 April 2007
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Scale Spacecraft Modelling is a must have for anyone interested in modelling. It has something for everyone; whether its paper (or card)modeling all the way to the specialty kits made from resin. This is neither a beginner not advanced book, but written so every modeler no matter what their expertise will get something from it. Besides chapters dealing with tools needed, plastic, card and resin models; chapters also include weathering your kit, building dioramas, and scratchbuilding a futuristic Mars habitat ship.
It is a natural segue from his Creating Space: The Story of the Space Age Through Models (Apogee Books Space Series) book. Highly recommended.
It is a natural segue from his Creating Space: The Story of the Space Age Through Models (Apogee Books Space Series) book. Highly recommended.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Go for launch!
7 April 2007
Format:Paperback
Matt Irvine has produced a great companion piece to his previous effort "Creating Space" from Apogee books.
As a model builder I loved how he explored various mediums from Plastic to paper to resin models of our various favorite space ships. His exploration into the best and newest models out there is perfect, and what he did in his explanations to improve upon the models and their displays was great. (I loved what he did with the Apollos!) It was uncanny that we both did dioramas about simular vehicles like the V-2's at White Sands, New Mexico.
Maybe it is a space geek thing!
Highly recommended to all spaceship modelers!
As a model builder I loved how he explored various mediums from Plastic to paper to resin models of our various favorite space ships. His exploration into the best and newest models out there is perfect, and what he did in his explanations to improve upon the models and their displays was great. (I loved what he did with the Apollos!) It was uncanny that we both did dioramas about simular vehicles like the V-2's at White Sands, New Mexico.
Maybe it is a space geek thing!
Highly recommended to all spaceship modelers!
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