Alan P Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Very glad to see the back of this year - plagued with uncertainty, ill health and ultimately the loss of a wonderful career and lifestyle which I had enjoyed for the past 15 years. But on the plus side, lots of time for modelling! Photos by me, except where credited. 1/72 U-Boat - resin waterline kit from CMK, finished as the famous U-96. © Chris Bradley, IPMS Farnborough © Chris Bradley, IPMS Farnborough The next was the ancient Revell/AHM kit of the USS Decatur, a Forrest Sherman-class destroyer in box scale (approx. 1/325) I also did her modern-day namesake, USS Decatur (DDG-73) an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer in 1/350 from the excellent Trumpeter kit. © Chris Bradley, IPMS Farnborough Next up - one of the best paint jobs I've ever managed. Revell's F-4F in 1/32, with so many modifications it's almost a different kit! Both pics © Andrew Prentis, IPMS Farnborough The strain was clearly too much, as the next three things I built were OOB. An RAAF Hawk Mk.127 from the 1/32 Kinetic kit. Nice kit, but definitely the best kit decals I have ever used. © Andrew Prentis IPMS Farnborough Next OOB project was this 1/48 Grumman F7F Tigercat, from the AMT/Ertl kit. A really excellent kit, highly recommended. This was also my first attempt at painting all the markings as the decals had died. © Andrew Prentis, IPMS Farnborough More OOB followed - would you believe this was my first RAF Spitfire? 1/48 Tamiya Vb kit. © Chris Bradley, IPMS Farnborough All these were done by July. I spent most of my year on just one model, but it's the pinnacle of all my modelling achievements to date. Still not quite finished (waiting on some some new cast Brimstones) but I'm really happy with this one! 1/32 Tornado from 31 Sqn, the Revell IDS kit brought bang up to date with the addition of the Flightpath sets and loads of extra details added from scratch. © Chris Bradley IPMS Farnborough Hoping to do more 1/48 stuff next year, and pick up a few more ships too. In the meantime, a very Happy New Year to you all Al EDIT: Prentiss becomes a Prentis! 26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Laidlaw Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 So sorry to hear of what's plagued you, but I have to say that you've produced some lovely models there! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Hello Alan, I really feel your pain having been in a similar situation around 10 years ago but I hope that you can carve a niche elsewhere, regain your health as best you can and have a much better 2016,.......with luck you`ll look back on this as a turning point which led to a better path. Your models are superb and if I had to choose my favourite it would just be the U-Boat. Good luck for the future starting with 2016, Cheers Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestar12chris Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Alan theres some lovely builds there. All the best for the future Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kallisti Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Great stuff Alan, but there is only one "s" in my surname I hope 2016 is a better year for you and look forward to seeing what new models you produce. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight_Flyer Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Excellent set of builds. Still can't believe how realistic the water looks on the diorama bases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwality8 Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Fabulous Boot! Have a better 2016 sir... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 some great looking builds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdrianMF Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Nice builds! I've had an "interesting" year myself, so I can sympathise. Here's hoping your 2016 goes a lot better! Regards, Adrian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeW Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 My goodness, but that U Boat is magnificent in every way. I went back to it three times to just admire the rust. Hopping for a waaaaay better 2016 too. Cheers, Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousDFB1 Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Wonderful work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGA Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Your builds are wonderful. Really love that U-96, she's a beauty! A real work of art. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan P Posted December 30, 2015 Author Share Posted December 30, 2015 Thank you, I really mean that. Great comments and thanks for the good wishes and compliments. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJPFlightpath Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Hello Alan, Very sorry it has not been a good year for you. I love the models though - the sea on the U-Boat display is just perfect. I hope 2016 is better. Regards, David Parkins 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Beautiful collection of models for the year and I hope 2016 is a much better year for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Wasn't sure whether to like your contri or not. Definite like for your wonderful models, but not for your misfortunes. Here's hoping 2016 treats you somewhat better. Steve. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolwe82 Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 So sorry to hear about your troubles in the past year Alan But seeing the glass always half full rather than half empty, i believe you ll have great times ahead of you and i wish you the great times soon! And the finished kits looks totaly great and amazing with some catchy details (love the tornado panels being gently but still noticeably catched with various shades and colour accents)! Great job 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyC Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 Alan - those boats and ships are stunning. Here's to a happier 2016 - no problems with your modelling, mate 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 The U boat is breath taking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookenbacher Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 You build to an incredibly high level Alan. I hadn't seen your ships until now - another reason these 'end of the year' posts are so great. The Tornado is still my favorite. I hope 2016 treats you better, even if it means fewer models for us to enjoy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darwinism Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 Terrific work. If I had a gun to my head and was told to chose a favourite I still wouldn't be able to decide between the Hawk and the Tornado! Hope things pick up in 2016 for you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted May 7, 2016 Share Posted May 7, 2016 Hello,Alan -.I know this message is a little late somewhat but nevertheless I'm very sorry to read about your health issues last year and I want to take this opportunity to wish you good health and happier and brighter times ahead.Please accept my very best wishes and regards.All the very best,Paul. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan P Posted May 12, 2016 Author Share Posted May 12, 2016 Hello,Alan -.I know this message is a little late somewhat but nevertheless I'm very sorry to read about your health issues last year and I want to take this opportunity to wish you good health and happier and brighter times ahead.Please accept my very best wishes and regards.All the very best,Paul. Thank you Paul! things are much better, but i won't be going back to my old job, which is a shame. Still have loads of time for modelling, which i am thoroughly enjoying at the moment. All the best, Alan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 I was sorry to read in your first post about the difficult end to last year Alan. I had major issues at work myself that have prompted me to start making some fundamental life changes as well, so you have my sympathies for the rollercoaster that life puts us on sometimes. Just wanted to say your work is always a pleasure to look at. Kind regards, Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan P Posted June 7, 2016 Author Share Posted June 7, 2016 I was sorry to read in your first post about the difficult end to last year Alan. I had major issues at work myself that have prompted me to start making some fundamental life changes as well, so you have my sympathies for the rollercoaster that life puts us on sometimes. Just wanted to say your work is always a pleasure to look at. Kind regards, Tony Thanks a lot Tony. At least all this time on my hands means there'll be more to look at in the end, i suppose! I didn't expect to find myself out to pasture at just 45, but if I end up being able to make an income from writing (or even modelling!) I'd be deliriously happy to be honest. Al 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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