MAX MARKS FOR THE MODEL MARKET

The first-ever Model Market hit the public on February 2, as an experiment to see how successful such a show could be so early in the year. It was run by HaMeX, the group of model shows based in Hanslope, UK, and run by master-modelmaker Mat Irvine and supplies-meister Paul Fitzmaurice.

MODELKRAFT SHOW 2013: A FEAST OF SCALE TALENT ON DISPLAY

MAT IRVINE:
The UK-based Milton Keynes Scale Model Club held its annual ModelKraft Show recently, and there were thousands of beautifully-finished miniatures on display.

INCOMING - HAMEX 4 MODEL EXPO DUE SUNDAY

SMN PREVIEW:
The sales tables are booked, club stands organized, hot sandwiches on order, models good to go... Yes, it’s HaMeX again, this time the fourth in the annual event series. For anyone living in reach of the Milton Keynes area in the UK, this is the model zone to head for this coming Sunday.

AUTOMODELLISMO 2012 SHOW REPORT

Show update from Mat Irvine:

The second Automodellismo Show - the show that features model cars inside and 1:1 scale classic cars outside - was very successfully held last Sunday, April 15, 2012. This is the second year under its new banner and location, in Hanslope village, Buckinghamshire, UK.

MAKE TRACKS TOMORROW FOR AUTOMODELLISMO

It's the second Automodellismo show, and it's bigger and better than ever. Here's a taster for the world of miniature motors - and we're looking forward to seeing you there.

EASTER CAR SHOW - AND COUNTDOWN TO AUTOMODELLISMO 2012

SMN Easter Update:
Trust you're enjoying the Easter break, and that those chocolate eggs aren't adding to the paunch. Here's a reminder that this coming weekend, the UK's premier model car show, Automodellismo 2012, is open for a one-day special event on Sunday.

ROLLING THUNDER! START YOUR ENGINES FOR AUTOMODELLISMO 2012

SMN report:

Automodellismo is the only UK show specializing in model cars, and 2012 sees the second day-event held at Hanslope Village Hall, north of Milton Keynes, Bucks. Automodellismo 2012 is run by SMN Model-Meister Mat Irvine, and Auto-Ace Paul Fitzmaurice of little-cars. Mark your diary now, as the show runs for just one day only, Sunday April 15, 2012.

HaMeX 3 - REVIEW OF THE 2011 HANSLOPE MODEL EXPO

A look at Hanslope Model Expo 2011:

Top of the agenda for many visitors were the 'secret spaceships' - model spacecraft that have appeared in broadcast TV shows. Mat Irvine worked with the BBC for many years, and his comprehensive collection of Visual Effects (VFX) rocketry is one of the very best, so seeing them landed at Spaceport HaMeX was a great hit for science-fiction fans.

MODEL CAR EYE CANDY WEEKEND

SMN Review:

We thought you'd like to share some pix taken at the Automodellismo Show this summer. The overall level of entries to the show (and to be in with a chance to win the Spark Plug Trophy) was very high, as you will see. Note: we seem to have the slideshow feature working again, so after you have clicked to read on, just click any pic to see the enlarged version - then use left and right arrows to view more. To exit, click the 'x' at top right. Enjoy!

AUTOMODELLISMO 2011 - AMAZING MODELS MAKE A MEGAHIT SHOW

Automodellismo 2011 winners: Rod (left) and Ian Knott. 

Mat Irvine reports on the show:

Our first Automodellismo Show ran on 31 July, with plenty of visitors through the doors, along with lots of their kids, who got in free, provided they were accompanied by an adult.

The superb Motor Museum in Miniature.

SUNDAY TREAT - AUTOMODELLISMO SHOW FOR SCALE MODEL CARS

SMN preview:

Automodellismo is the only model show in the UK that specialises in cars. The show has been running for several years, but now the venue is that of the HaMeX show - Hanslope Village Hall, north of Milton Keynes, Bucks. Automodellismo is being organised by some of the HaMeX organisers, especially Paul Fitzmaurice of little-cars.com. 

NEW BOOK BY MAT IRVINE FOR AUTO FANS - ‘SCALE CAR MODELLING’ DUE SOON

SMN report:

Mat Irvine’s new book will appeal to all model car fans - it’s called simply Scale Car Modelling, and is due for publication on September 26. It joins other useful modelling titles by Mat, including Auto Modelling Masterclass and The Car Modeller’s Handbook.

A tiny few from Mat's vast scale auto collection.

COMING ON JULY 31 - AUTOMODELLISMO SHOW IN THE UK

SMN report:

Automodellismo is the only model show in the UK that specialises in cars. The show has been running for several years, but 2011 sees a change of venue, to that used by the HaMeX show - Hanslope Village Hall, north of Milton Keynes, Bucks. Automodellismo is being organised by some of the HaMeX organisers, particularly Paul Fitzmaurice of little-cars.com. The countdown to the show is on now, and today it stands at A-minus 22 days... Automodellismo will be held on Sunday 31 July 2011.
  

Mr J with green friend at the first HaMeX show.