Hasegawa’s “Hubble Space Telescope” Model Kit
Several years ago, I watched PBS‘ excellent Nova: The Planets special and, among other things, it made me want to find and build a model of the Voyager interstellar probe. During COVID, I was...
Category: Hobbies & Interests
All of the things that interest geeks – from Astrophotography to Zoology and everything in-between
Fujimi’s “Spinner” (Blade Runner) Model Kit
“Blade Runner” is one of my favorite movies; magnificently acted and directed, with a deep and intriguing story – it is a fantastic film. When I learned that there is a 13 inch 1/24...
Shadowbox Display Case for MPCs Space: 1999 CommLock and Stun Gun Models
After working on a couple of MPC Space: 1999 CommLock and Stun Gun model kits, I did not want to simply leave them sitting out on a table or shelf. I was pleased enough...
MPC’s Space: 1999 “CommLock and Stun Gun” Model Kit – Round 2 with DIY Lighting
When working on my first build of MPC’s Space: 1999 CommLock and Stun Gun model kit, it was a pleasant surprise to find that it included options to build Season One and Two variants...
MPC’s Space: 1999 “Mark IX Hawk” Model Kit
In the fictional universe of Space: 1999, the Eagle Transporter is the main workhorse of Earth’s spaceship fleet. Amazing versatile, the Eagle is designed to quickly swap out the central module for whatever the...
MPC’s Space: 1999 “CommLock & Stun Gun” Model Kit
As a television show, Space: 1999 may not be a great artistic achievement. The show could never figure out what it wanted to be, starting off leaning a bit more towards serious sci-fi in...
An Afternoon With The Terracotta Warriors
Yang Zhifa looked out across his fields and saw yet another dust storm in the distance. Scanning along the horizon, all he saw was bone-dry earth that stretched on for miles. The location is...
Chateau de Breze – The Castle And Its Underground Empire
Throughout France’s Loire Valley you will find many of the countries most famous chateaux. The majestic Chateau de Cheverny, with it’s opulent interior and bevy of dogs. Chateau de Villandry and it’s world-renowned gardens....
