Model making is a great hobby, but knowing how and where to start is another story. It can be overwhelming for novices: Injection-molded plastic models have been on the market for close to a century, ...

In an era where digital interactions often overshadow tactile experiences, the popular resurgence of model kit building offers a hands-on respite for adults seeking both challenge and relaxation. This ...

One of the formative figures of Japan’s model kit fandom is Makoto “Max” Watanabe, who founded Max Factory. I caught up with ...

I've been into scale models for a little while now, and as far as hobbies go, I find it both fun and relaxing. Now, the hobby isn't for everyone, because it's basically a constant uphill process of ...

When I was a kid, there was nothing more relaxing than sitting down for an afternoon with a model kit. Snipping the parts off the board, patiently gluing everything together, painting each careful ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. In an era where digital interactions often overshadow tactile ...