Long time no update here....
I know that most of you in LJ land don't get out to check my personal or painting blogs very often - but I've gotten a couple of "what have you been up to" emails or IMs and thought I'd post a quick update.
This is my current project. One of several, in fact. The model itself is about 10" long and 10" wide - and the display stand is all custom built. The model is held on to the clear acrylic post by a few rare earth magnets and the whole thing is reasonably sturdy. I was hoping that the magnets would be just strong enough to allow me to lift the entire display, base and all, by the flyer. It's not. It's strong enough to survive the customary bumps that come with life on a shelf. If you're interested in a scale comparison click through the image and check my photos.
I started painting today. The base has the first couple of coats, and a gloss black around the edge, while I spent some time feeling good about a new airbrush with the model itself. This model is, in fact, the excuse I used to spend about $300 on a quality airbrush and compressor. Good stuff.
So I'm not dead; just busy with work. I am still painting, married and enjoying life. I'm sure that I could find something to complain about but I'd rather not bother.