Gunpla - The Japanese Gundam Kit Craze!
In this presentation we will go through a brief history of the Gundam plastic models, well known as Gunpla.
We will then talk about the assembly process and customization.
We will go through the different grades of kits available in their specific scales, highlighting the differences and the evolution within the grades themselves.
- Alan Farrugia
Let's Build A Gunpla!
In this presentation/demo we will go through the process of assembling a Gunpla kindly donated by GamesPlus, from the cutting of the parts from the sprue to the preparation and finishing prior to the final assembly.
The most popular ways of finishing will be discussed, from raw unpainted plastic to weathered and battle damaged. We will also discuss the candy colour technique which is lately picking up popularity in Japan and far eastern countries.
- Alan Farrugia
Introduction to scale model building
An introductory session for those completely new to the hobby and novice scale model builders. Through the session we will explore how to select your first few kits, the most essential tools and supplies required together with a few advanced tools, different paint types, essential building skills and painting techniques.
- Ludwig Micallef
Modeling for 3D printing using Fusion 360
An introduction to 3D modeling using the popular software Fusion 360. This session is geared towards people who are completely new to 3D design and are interested in designing and 3D printing their own custom items. Fusion 360 can be used to design model parts, jigs and even complete models. Together we will explore the interface, have a look at some basic tools and techniques, and design from start to finish a simple keychain and export it as an STL file, ready for printing.
- Alfred Muscat
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