by mike | Jan 26, 2016 | Modeling Techniques, Pieces of The Puzzle, Storytelling, The Art of The Craft, The Missing Conversation, The P48 Experience |
Creativity is a mystery to many. There is a tremendous amount of mythology and jargon surrounding the creative process and, because of this, creative people may have a hard time sharing their ideas and enthusiasm in understandable terms. We face a similar situation as...
by mike | Jan 8, 2016 | Storytelling, The Missing Conversation |
I was sent a link to a post on Lance Mindheim’s blog about the importance of the model railroad press to the overall health of the hobby. My purpose here is not to start a flame war. I respect Lance and his contributions to the craft and, he raises important...
by mike | May 1, 2013 | The Missing Conversation |
In this overhyped digital age, we were promised a revolution in model railroad magazines. I’m still waiting. Digital publishing tools have opened doors once sealed tight to all but a few, yet the promise of these new tools has yet to be fully realized. I’m...
by mike | Dec 5, 2012 | Uncategorized
It’s coming up on that time of year when you’ll read lots of editorials reflecting on where the hobby has been and where is it going. So here we go; the future of the hobby. What’s it going to be like and are we there yet? I have no clue. None...
by mike | Jul 25, 2012 | Uncategorized |
I deeply enjoy this hobby because it has brought so many good things into my life. Model railroading has taught me patience, given me an appreciation and respect for fine craftsmanship and helped me develop persistence to achieve long term objectives. Not bad for a...
