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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2010 14:57:58 GMT -5
Chris & Art....
I have always asked other modelers, why enter in model contests if not to learn? There is one guy here in Southern California that enters in every contest for God knows what reason. Modeling is for fun and to relax...Also, to build things we may have not seen other wise. The finished model is your trophy! I mean, I have won a few and it's nice, especially with the crowd at Chris' at the So. Cal NNL. GREAT GUYS AND GOOD MODELERS! It's the only contest I enter anymore due to how civil everyone is. Just have fun...No one here will chew it up.
Best to all!
Russ
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Post by Chris on Oct 13, 2010 15:16:56 GMT -5
Thanks for the kind words, Russ. I build to have fun and push my personal limits, I did a few years back, worry about my models being accepted and whether I would win a award at a show, but then it wasnt fun. I realized the finished model was the Prize and didn't really care if it was a subject that got recognition. I do builds like the Lotus 56b to share with my fellow modelers what Ive learned and if they pick up a tip or finish a model because they saw my build then the hobby is richer for it. I learn something with almost every build I do and I try to pass it on. Art, your Lola is coming along very nicely and from your posts I can see you are learning and having fun as well as sharing with your son, you already won the prize in my book... Chris  |
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Post by stonecold44 on Oct 13, 2010 20:34:19 GMT -5
Chris, if you've ever seen some of my builds you'll realize that not everyone can build at an award winning level. It reminds me of golf. I normally shoot in the high 70s but when I have those rounds where an 83 pops up and I get pissed, my buddy reminds me that less than 1/5 of 1 percent of people that play golf can break 90. Same thing with models. My builds will never be as good as Russ, Calvin or Scott's (MacSparty), among others. But I love to learn how to make what I do better and Jordan can tell you how far some of my works have progressed. Your attention to detail is excellent and I like what you've done with what is one of my favorite cars.
Keep up the great works and let's see them on this forum.
Gregg
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Post by Art Laski on Oct 14, 2010 2:35:57 GMT -5
Guys, Thanks for the words of encouragement. I was just kidding about the criticism, because I know that everyone on this forum is very supportive and knew I would get positive feedback no matter how accurate it may end up. I totally agree with your perspectives and appreciate your comments on this one. I just wanted to get an Indy car done to participate on this board. You guys are a lot of fun and some of the most creative builders I have seen. Gregg, your builds are way cool too, and remind me not to play golf with you  If I can get my hands on a camera that works, I'll get some current pics up. -Art |
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Post by Art Laski on Oct 25, 2010 1:24:02 GMT -5
I tried to finish it for a show today, but it didn't happen. Around midnight last night, I realized I have about 2 weeks of work to do it the way I want it. Rushing it wasn't cutting it. It's actually done tonight, 4 weeks later! Unfortunately, my camera is broken so I can't get any pictures. I will post it as soon as I can get some shots... |
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Post by Calvin on Oct 25, 2010 1:55:34 GMT -5
Cant wait to see it.
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Post by indy on Oct 25, 2010 2:04:48 GMT -5
Superb job, cannot wait to see the final result!!
Jordan
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Post by shunter on Nov 6, 2010 2:25:21 GMT -5
I tried to finish it for a show today, but it didn't happen. Around midnight last night, I realized I have about 2 weeks of work to do it the way I want it. Rushing it wasn't cutting it. It's actually done tonight, 4 weeks later! Unfortunately, my camera is broken so I can't get any pictures. I will post it as soon as I can get some shots... Any pics as of yet?  Looking forward to seeing the result. |
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Post by Art Laski on Nov 6, 2010 20:13:25 GMT -5
Real soon! I took it to my model club meeting today and our photographer took a bunch of shots for me. So as soon as he sends them to me, I'll post them up.
Thanks for asking!
-Art
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Post by Art Laski on Nov 11, 2010 3:19:14 GMT -5
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Post by illeagle10 on Nov 11, 2010 6:59:44 GMT -5
Your Lola looks great Art! It was worth the wait.
Jim
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Post by Deleted on Nov 11, 2010 9:51:22 GMT -5
LOOKS GREAT ART!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Post by Chris on Nov 11, 2010 14:18:34 GMT -5
Art, Excellent !!!!!! I cant wait to see it in person on the 21st... Great Job, Chris |
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Post by Art Laski on Nov 11, 2010 22:44:07 GMT -5
Thanks, guys! I appreciate the comments. I'm sorry for the bad pics. They really leave out a lot of detail.
Thanks to everyone who helpd me out with reference photos and such, especially Chris who searched a bunch of photos for me. Also thanks to the mysterious SWT500 for answering a series of questions from me in trying to get the details right sorting out the spaghetti.
And thanks to Michael at Indycals for making a great product available to us. I really enjoyed applying the Indycals!
-Art
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Post by SWT500 on Nov 12, 2010 8:09:04 GMT -5
I've been called a lot of things, but never mysterious!! Congratulations on a beautiful model.
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Post by Chris on Nov 12, 2010 17:17:40 GMT -5
Art WE Are Going to Kick Butt next Sunday at the Victorville show!!!! The Lotus 56B is almost done!!! Thanks for the kind words, I am putting together a INDY photo album and a Roadster photo album for my Fotki site to be posted soon.. about 3500 pics combined... I hope that will keep everybody inspired to Build, Build, Build.......Chris |
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Post by Calvin on Nov 12, 2010 18:26:14 GMT -5
Very good!
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Post by bigevilmodels on Nov 12, 2010 21:07:57 GMT -5
Nice job Art
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Post by Art Laski on Nov 13, 2010 2:45:06 GMT -5
I've been called a lot of things, but never mysterious!! Congratulations on a beautiful model. Hehe... ;D ;D Just teasing you a little... Maybe "anonymous" would have been a better choice.  Kidding aside, I really do appreciate your willingness to help me out. Thanks again! |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 13, 2010 15:28:48 GMT -5
Chris,
When and where is the show in Victorville that you mentioned above?
Mike
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Post by Chris on Nov 13, 2010 17:51:15 GMT -5
Next Sunday the 21st, google Desert Classic model car show for the flyer or www. socalcarculture.com has it in the models section...Will we see Ya there? Chris |
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Post by Chris on Nov 13, 2010 17:57:29 GMT -5
Of course the Victorville show wasnt listed on either one so I have a copy of the flyer on the way and will post it asap!! Chris
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Post by Art Laski on Nov 13, 2010 22:05:08 GMT -5
Art WE Are Going to Kick Butt next Sunday at the Victorville show!!!! The Lotus 56B is almost done!!! Thanks for the kind words, I am putting together a INDY photo album and a Roadster photo album for my Fotki site to be posted soon.. about 3500 pics combined... I hope that will keep everybody inspired to Build, Build, Build.......Chris I can't wait to see it! |
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Post by Art Laski on Nov 13, 2010 23:18:32 GMT -5
Here's a pic my buddy took with his iphone that shows a little bit more detail. You can at least see the carbon fiber. I get a new camera Monday!!!  |
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Post by Calvin on Nov 13, 2010 23:57:23 GMT -5
Wow now that is fantastic! One of the best 88 Lola's I've seen! I like the nice C/F!!!!! and the extra lines!
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Post by Art Laski on Nov 14, 2010 14:23:28 GMT -5
Wow now that is fantastic! One of the best 88 Lola's I've seen! I like the nice C/F!!!!! and the extra lines! Thanks, Calvin! That means a lot. |
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Post by indy on Nov 15, 2010 1:14:07 GMT -5
See these AMTs are good kits but some more work on them and they because really great kits! Very, very nice work indeed!
Jordan
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Post by Art Laski on Nov 16, 2010 1:42:03 GMT -5
See these AMTs are good kits but some more work on them and they because really great kits! Very, very nice work indeed! Jordan I think they are pretty good. There are some areas that need a little attention that I didn't do so great with that I would correct on the next one, but I think there's a lot to work with. While working on this, I opened a Monogram Granatelli 88 Lola I have, and I wasn't all that impressed with it. How do you guys like the Monograms? |
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Post by Art Laski on Nov 16, 2010 1:56:49 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Nov 16, 2010 11:52:05 GMT -5
See Jordan....If a good modeler like Art takes his time, you can polish a turd!!!
Art,
In the words of my good friend Bob Clidinst, "Although I'm not happy about the scale, between the two kit manufactures, AMT at least gave you a different chassis..." Bob doesn't like 1/25 scale at all... But The Monogram kits use the same chassis for everyone of their late 80's Indy Cars. Now, you can built a beautiful model with one, but good luck painting the Granatelli car! With that said, have fun!! that is what it is all about anyway, isn't it? I know you will built a beauty....
Best to you!
Russ
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Looking forward to seeing the result.
but here's a few anyway, and I'll also throw in a few from my iphone that aren't as bad as they can be. As soon as I can get some decent pics shot, I'll get them up as well.
