.. that's because you can't recognize the quality of your own work, Paul. There are members on this forum below your skill and level of detail. They may not be as vocal as some of us, and many are actually afraid to show their work, but they are there, and they use your ship as an example. So, if you don't stop complaining about how bad your skills are when all the photos show quite the contrary, I'm going to puke on your shoes.
Never had anyone puke on my shoes before.. that's because you can't recognize the quality of your own work, Paul. There are members on this forum below your skill and level of detail. They may not be as vocal as some of us, and many are actually afraid to show their work, but they are there, and they use your ship as an example. So, if you don't stop complaining about how bad your skills are when all the photos show quite the contrary, I'm going to puke on your shoes.
The fact that you are taking more time than average to work on the details is what makes your model so great. So VERY few people have that patience. You say you like the PROCESS of working on the details? Well you just nailed WHY your ship looks above average in appearance. You spend MORE TIME. For me, I am trying for accuracy within certain limits as you are, and those guys who make each and every frame of the hull and show every nail value accuracy almost to fanaticism, but that does not make your ship model any less satisfying. Each part of the model is a choice, like my choice to rig all 100 guns of the Sovereign, even though it will probably never be seen, and yet some other aspects of my model will never get that level of detail. You and everyone else here think that is over the top, and it is for most kit based POB models. Everyone on this forum (except you) can agree that your model is far above average in detail and accuracy, and it is because you put the time in, not because you have magic hands or super-tools. In fabrication, You can do A LOT with A LITTLE.
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From the discussion here I think you have now been told the truth so please accept it.
Howz’bout twice in an evening?
I’ve gotta back Kurt on this one. It’s perfectly okay to be really good at something that you are relatively new to. It is more than enough to recognize that there are always talents that are further along than your own, but not to the point of undermining what you are doing. Kurt is 100% right. Your work is good (really good) because you put the time in - AND - you are more than willing to throw stuff in the garbage when it isn’t up to par.
I have always thought that talent, in the craft of making anything, had more to do with the ability to plan a process and see the pitfalls, in advance. Experience boosts talent in the same way that life and learning boost IQ. Natural dexterities are important, but skills are achievable. The other important factor for success is scrutiny of other really good work. You are doing all of these things, all in good time.
I believe in humility - there are always going to be other makers to aspire to (always a good thing), but I do not believe in undermining real innate talent and ability. You are good because of all these things. Accept it, DAMMIT
Perhaps you should finish your lecture with "If you are always looking backward, you cannot look forward." One of my favorite things regarding this hobby has become checking this thread to see of Paul has added any new steps to his Wasa model. It's one of the things I do daily, in fact. Other than throwing some fun banter your way, Paul, seeing your build come together has helped me concentrate on making my build better. In a way, it's been a source of friend competition that has served to keep my build going at a steady pace, instead of sitting for months, stalled without progress, because it is encouraging to see all the small, lengthy steps slowly begin to come together, looking better and better over time. All the questions and debates we have over the tiny details like the rivet, the handrails, and the colors of the carvings end up being valuable source information for other builders. Build logs on this forum have impact on other members of which we are often unaware.OK guys...that's enough puking on my shoes. I do appreciate your kind and generous words.
I used to do some lecturing in my profession and one of my most popular and requested programs was entitled: Orthodontic Failures where I showed 3 hours of things I had messed up and then one case at the end with a breathtaking result. My point was to help my colleagues avoid repeating my mistakes - and then proffer that the successful treatment of a seemingly impossible case was only possible if we remain in learning mode throughout our careers. I would estimate ship modelling to be no different.
Maybe I'll start a build log entitled Ship Modelling Mistakes and everyone can share their miscues...
We've all been poking at Paul lately, but I'm sure he knows we mean well.
No worries guys; I am not offended in any way. I have been laughing right alongside you (and sometimes AT you
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What is 1 month for such a grand scratch build part?No worries guys; I am not offended in any way. I have been laughing right alongside you (and sometimes AT you
And also working on my ship...
This morning I wrapped up the beakhead for the time being. There are all sorts of painted castings that need to be attached but I don't think they're all painted yet and I'm not in the mood for painting right now. I'll probably save that for a winter activity.
I added some tiny angle brackets to the transverse pin rails and reworked the comfort stations...
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And oiled her down for a night on the town:
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I also painted the outboard surface of the bulwark:
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That may look a bit wonky right now but there will be a parade of Roman emperors and other adornments installed later on...
Here is the big picture as of today:
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Looking back I see I spent nearly a month on this scratch-built beakhead. It was a really fun and challenging project that I'm glad I took on. I think the kit supplied parts could have been put together in an afternoon so I'm not sure I passed the test of common sense - but I learned a lot and picked up some scroll saw skills along the way.
I think I'm going to figure out chain wales (channels?) and chain plates next. Or maybe not.
As always I am delighted you stop by to visit on occasion.
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