Why plastic scale modeling?

Sometimes, when I mention plastic scale modeling as one of my hobbies, the question arises: "Why plastic scale modeling?" A question that is difficult to answer spontaneously.

How one gets into scale modeling is often a matter of chance. It just happens, although a passionate modeler – directly or indirectly – often plays a role. Over time, you find scales and themes that you prefer to work with, and you delve deeper and deeper – depending on your personal curiosity. From this, one could conclude: "Scale modeling educates in many ways."

For example, research is the starting point of every single model building project. Inevitably, this brings you into contact with history. Depending on how much you engage with it, you learn various backstories. In this sea of information, it can sometimes be difficult to return to the core of your research and stay focused. The internet has also changed a lot in this area. Whereas modelers used to have only a few specialized books, photos, maybe a technical drawing, or eyewitnesses at their disposal, today, everything is just a click away. Almost everything is documented online in words and images, and information from others is easily accessible via email.

During the construction of the model, you inevitably come into contact with various techniques and learn things that can also be useful in everyday life. In this phase, the connection with the model building community can, of course, also be very helpful. "Scale modeling connects."

When the model is finally finished, it is human nature to want to present your work – whether among fellow model builders, at an exhibition, or with well-taken photos on the internet.

So, my answer to the question, "Why scale modeling?" is – "Because it is such a diverse hobby that educates and connects."