Hello from Louisiana USA

**1998trans** · #1 06-17-2010, 08:32 PM

Hi everybody from 1998trans. This is the first forum I haved joined. I build Space and Scifi models in plastic and resin. A friend of mine showed me some papermodels and now I want to build some. The only papermodel I had was built by my dad, it was the Gulf Apollo Lunar Lander in 1969. He built it and I played with it.
Any sugestions on a model for a beginner.

**cgutzmer** · #2 06-17-2010, 08:46 PM

Welcome to the forums! First build some free stuff

since you like space stuff try here

The Lower Hudson Valley Paper Model E-Gift Shop - Gallery Models
Chris

**Retired_for_now** · #3 06-17-2010, 09:15 PM

Welcome aboard! I think you'll find a better selection, more current subjects, and more affordable models in paper. Looking forward to seeing what you build.

The best "first" model depends on what you're interested in. Mars exploration? There's the Mars Exploration Rover at Lower Hudson Valley (Chris' link in previous post) or the Sojourner Rover in the downloads here. Rockets? Loads to choose from at Lower Hudson Valley - best one to start with is the one that interests you, not necessarily the simplest. Space Telescopes? The Hubble Site ( http://www.hubblesite.org/the_telesc...d-held_hubble/ ) has Ton's intermediate level model that is straightforward to build and looks great when done. Etc. Browse the build threads to see what catches your eye - and pick up building tips.
Yogi

**n810** · #4 06-17-2010, 10:00 PM

And if space shuttles are your thing, check out Welcome to AXM Paper Space Scale Models

**SCEtoAUX** · #5 06-18-2010, 06:14 AM

Welcome.
Check out the Links and Downloads tabs at the top of the page. You will get some good models from both.

bagpiper · #6 06-23-2010, 03:43 PM

Welcome.
Looking forward to seeing you around.

Cheers
Jim