Those little pictures...?

[Vic Balshaw]

Have to agree with Terry and I'm kind of attached to my little pictures and want more.

[rochie]

Since the subject has been raised, I'm going to stick my neck out. As a newbie to the site, I personally find them annoying. Seems like a pissing contest to me, who's got the biggest d**k.

you could always just p*** off some where else and then they wont annoy you so much would they ?

if you took the time and did a bit of reading in the relevent threads then you'd see the amount of help everyone who asks for then recieves and eveyone is encouraged along the way rather more than just a p*****g contest i believe.

just my two pennies worth and i apologise for not being as tactful as Terry

[Oskar the Pilot]

Cool! Is there one of a Spitfire XIV? -smugface-

[rochie]

maybe as there is a spitfire Mk's group build coming up soon

[Oskar the Pilot]

Cool! Anyway, what do these group builds consist of? Do I go meet up with other people and build something with them? Is there an age limit?

[Wayne Little]

Cool! Anyway, what do these group builds consist of? Do I go meet up with other people and build something with them? Is there an age limit?

Anyone who wishes to participate simply starts a thread and starts to build to suit the theme of the GB, posting progress shots as you go, it don't matter if you are any good or not, participation is the name of the game first and foremost.
If you need help or advice just ask or have something to share, then share it.... we are all at each others disposal to help or learn something new, it is a friendly atmosphere with no pressure.
We do have a judging process at the end of each build for those who finish simply as a formality to close out each Group build.

So please join in!

[parsifal]

I hyave a question for the GB organisers. Can you get the sig badges for a particular build, after that build has ended? What I mean is you build the model as per the GB guidelines, but the time has ended???

[Wurger]

Only, if your model would be finished at 75% or more.

[T Bolt]

And I will add: -
Many people here are flyers, or have been, and many try to reproduce models, either for their families (some of whom are veterans, many of whom have passed away), or perhaps as mementoes, or just because they enjoy re-creating a certain part of history in miniature.
Some are new to the 'aviation scene', some are 'old lags', some are experienced modellers, and some are brand-new to modelling.
The Group Builds have realised a h*ll of a lot of research, sharing knowledge, sometimes unknown facts, and bringing to attention some fascinating facts.
The 'P*ss*ng Contest' you mention has absolutely nothing to do with ego, or any other 'look at me aren't I good' scenario.
Rather, these little icons are a way of recognising the efforts of those who take part, either in the sharing of knowledge and experience, producing a 'monument' to an individual, or, in simple terms, just trying their best to take part and hopefully improve their skills.
The combined experience and knowledge of the members of this forum ensure that all those who require and ask for help, given that it is not for personal or financial gain, will get that help - freely and with no 'strings attached'.
If you have a problem with such people gaining a tiny little picture under their posts, may I suggest that you sit back, reflect and scan this forum more closely - then perhaps you can criticise.

Well said Terry

[Crimea_River]

I agree Glenn. Wonder what Dan (Lesofprimus) would have said.....

[Wurger]

Don't try to find out ...

[Njaco]

Parsifal, like Wurger said, you can still get the badge when the plane is almost done.

Oskar, get a model, start building and post some pictures or questions. Its a great time and when you have a problem, post a question and believe me it will be answered. Check the Group Build section of the Modelling area for GBs that are coming up or in progress. I'm sure there will be something that will include a Spit. And nobody who is a part of the GBs aren't 'stuck up' that they can't give a good answer. Everyone is very helpful. I only have one badge although it should be two but I didn't complete the Pacific entry.

Sorry you feel that way Deskpilot but it really isn't as you perceive. We're all butter fingers one model and Mr. Shepherds the next.

[Torch]

If I attempted to do a build you guys would have to come up with a "LOSER" banner...

[Wurger]

So do you think it is easy to get a such banner? Requirements are at the highest level.

[Torch]

Wurger if that was a response to my post, i meant that my build would be so bad I wouldnt deserve any of the warbird little pics, so a loser banner would have to be invented.