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Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 42 The Revell Special! Project Harrier, 2027 Kit Previews & What's Coming from Guideline Publications SEO Title: Beyond The Box Art® Episode 42 | Revell Special, Project Harrier Update, 2027 Releases & Guideline Publications Meta Description: Episode 42 welcomes Revell's Luke Slaney-Hewitt and Chris Parker-Joy for a Project Harrier update and exclusive 2027 kit previews, plus Jon Tabinor on December's modelling magazines. Hiya Benchmates — Episode 42 has landed, and we've got something rather special for you! Yes, we're back already! Just two days after Episode 41, we're bringing you an extra helping of Beyond The Box Art® to coincide with Scale ModelWorld 2026 at Telford. And this time, we're turning the spotlight firmly onto one of the most recognisable names in scale modelling. Welcome to our Revell Special! Joining Brownie are Luke Slaney-Hewitt and Chris Parker-Joy from Revell, for a fascinating conversation about one of the most eagerly anticipated aviation modelling projects in recent years — Project Harrier. We delve into the development of Revell's ambitious new-tool Harrier, exploring the research, design challenges, technological advances and decisions involved in bringing such an iconic aircraft to the modelling bench. But that's not all. With 2027 fast approaching, Luke also take us behind the scenes for a look at what Revell has planned for the first quarter of next year, including some forthcoming aviation releases that should give aircraft modellers plenty to talk about. We're not going to spoil the surprises here. You'll have to listen to discover what's coming! And there's more, as Jon Tabinor returns from Guideline Publications to preview the December editions of Scale Aircraft Modelling and Military Modelcraft International, with another look at the articles, builds and features heading our way. So, whether you're fascinated by the engineering behind a brand-new model kit, looking forward to next year's releases or simply planning your next evening at the bench, there's plenty to enjoy. Two episodes in three days, a weekend at Telford and Revell discussing what's coming next. We're beginning to suspect the manufacturers have declared war on our bank accounts. ✈️ Revell Special — Inside Project Harrier An iconic aircraft. An ambitious project. And a fascinating look behind the scenes. Few aircraft inspire quite the same enthusiasm among British aviation modellers as the Harrier. A remarkable example of British aerospace engineering, the Harrier's revolutionary vertical and short take-off and landing capabilities made it one of the most distinctive military aircraft ever built. Now, Revell is taking on the challenge of bringing the first-generation Harrier to life in an ambitious new-tool 1/32 scale project. And rather than keeping the development process hidden until the finished kit appears, Revell has taken a refreshingly open approach, sharing the journey with the modelling community. Joining us to discuss that journey are Luke Slaney-Hewitt and Chris Parker-Joy. We explore the enormous amount of work involved in developing a modern large-scale aircraft kit, from researching the original subject and gathering accurate reference material to translating complex aircraft structures into something that can be assembled on the modelling bench. We look at the challenges of recreating the Harrier's unusual engineering, the importance of dimensional accuracy and the delicate balance between exceptional detail and an enjoyable building experience. There's also the fascinating question of how modern design technologies are changing the development of scale model kits. What happens when original drawings don't tell the whole story? How do manufacturers resolve conflicting reference material? And how do you decide which details should be incorporated into the finished model, particularly when the real aircraft is as mechanically complicated as the Harrier? It's an opportunity to hear from the people involved in the project and better understand what goes into producing the kits we sometimes take for granted. Because there's rather more to making a model than putting some plastic in a box. Revell Project Harrier Updates: https://blog.revell.com/en/2026/modellbau/project-harrier/ 🛠️ From Research to Reality — The Challenges of Modern Kit Development One of the most interesting aspects of Project Harrier is the opportunity to follow a major new-tool project through its development. For most modellers, the journey begins when a manufacturer announces a new release. But by that point, an enormous amount of research, planning, design and decision-making may already have taken place. With Luke and Chris, we explore the work involved long before a finished kit reaches the shelves. From studying preserved aircraft and gathering reference material to using modern digital design techniques, we look at how manufacturers balance historical authenticity, practical engineering and commercial considerations. The Harrier presents some particularly interesting challenges, thanks to its distinctive airframe, complex engine installation and the considerable differences between aircraft variants. And then there's the question every modeller eventually asks. Just how much detail is enough? For those who enjoy understanding how the hobby works behind the scenes, this is a conversation not to be missed. It's also a reminder that the people developing our model kits are frequently just as enthusiastic about the subjects as the people who eventually build them. 🔮 Revell 2027 — A Look at What's Coming Next! The first quarter of 2027 is already looking interesting! Of course, we couldn't invite Revell onto Beyond The Box Art® without asking what else might be heading our way. Alongside our Project Harrier discussion, Luke and Chris give us a preview of Revell's forthcoming aviation releases for the opening months of 2027. We discuss the company's plans, its approach to developing its aircraft range and what modellers can look forward to as the new year approaches. With Revell remaining one of the most familiar names in the hobby, there's always considerable interest in what's next. And rather than giving everything away in the show notes, we're keeping the details firmly under wraps. Want to know what's coming? You'll have to listen! There may be a few additions to your 2027 wish list by the time we've finished. And quite possibly a few more explanations to prepare for whoever shares your household. Revell Website: https://www.revell.com/ 📚 Guideline Publications — December Magazine Preview with Jon Tabinor Two magazines. Two modelling disciplines. Plenty of inspiration. We're delighted to welcome back Jon Tabinor from Guideline Publications, one of our valued show sponsors, for another look at what's coming up in the modelling press. With December approaching, Jon joins us to preview the forthcoming editions of two familiar favourites. ✈️ Scale Aircraft Modelling — December 2026 One of the best-known titles in aviation scale modelling, Scale Aircraft Modelling continues to bring enthusiasts a mix of aircraft modelling features, detailed builds, reference material and inspiration. Jon takes us through what's planned for the December edition and what aviation modellers can expect to find in its pages. Whether your interests lie in classic aircraft, modern military aviation or the latest modelling techniques, there's always something to discover. 🪖 Military Modelcraft International — December 2026 For the armour and military vehicle enthusiasts, Jon also previews the December edition of Military Modelcraft International. From detailed military vehicle builds and finishing techniques to the creativity and craftsmanship that make armour modelling so rewarding, we look at what's coming in the next issue. With both magazines continuing to showcase the work of talented contributors and modellers, there's plenty of inspiration for those looking for their next project. And, as regular listeners will appreciate, buying a modelling magazine is rather dangerous. You open it looking for an interesting article and close it having mentally committed yourself to another six kits. Guideline Publications Website: https://www.guidelinepublications.co.uk/ 🇬🇧 Scale ModelWorld 2026 — Come and Meet the Team! 7–8 November 2026 | The International Centre, Telford Episode 42 arrives during one of the biggest weekends in the UK scale modelling calendar. And yes, Beyond The Box Art® is at Scale ModelWorld! You'll find the team in: HALL 1 — STAND 1075 Opposite the middle entrance into Hall 1, alongside our friends and sponsors at AMMO by Mig Jiménez. Come and say hello, meet the voices behind the microphones, catch up with fellow Benchmates and talk all things modelling. You'll also have the opportunity to see Fischkopp Model Company's forthcoming 1/48 Supermarine Stranraer, making its first UK show appearance following the announcement at Scale Model Challenge in October. We'll have our exclusive Scale ModelWorld 2026 show stickers available, along with a very limited number of commemorative mugs for sale. And with several members of the team attending, there should be no shortage of conversation. Although we cannot guarantee that all of it will be sensible. Whether you're a long-standing listener or discovering Beyond The Box Art® for the first time, we'd love to meet you. Scale ModelWorld Information & Tickets: https://ipmsuk.org/ipms-scale-modelworld/ 🌍 Supporting the International Modelling Community As Official Media Partners of IPMS(UK) and IPMS USA, Beyond The Box Art® continues to celebrate the people, organisations and manufacturers that bring our worldwide hobby together. Through our interviews, international show coverage, industry features and IPMS Connect, we're helping share the stories behind scale modelling and strengthen the connections between modellers across borders. Our conversations with p

Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 41 Scale Model Challenge 2026: The Final Word with Robert Crombeecke & Telford's Final Countdown! SEO Title: Beyond The Box Art® Episode 41 | Scale Model Challenge 2026 Review, Robert Crombeecke & Scale ModelWorld Telford Meta Description: Episode 41 wraps up Scale Model Challenge 2026 with organiser Robert Crombeecke, looks ahead to SMC 2027 and previews Scale ModelWorld Telford 2026. Hiya Benchmates — Episode 41 has landed, and we're going from one of Europe's biggest modelling shows straight into another! After an incredible weekend in the Netherlands, we're bringing our coverage of Scale Model Challenge 2026 to a close with a very special guest. Joining Brownie and the team is Robert Crombeecke, founder and organiser of Scale Model Challenge, for a look back at another remarkable event, the challenges of putting together an international modelling show, and some exciting thoughts about how SMC could become even bigger and better in 2027. With Brownie, Nevs and Martin having experienced the show first-hand, there's plenty to discuss, from the extraordinary standard of modelling on display to the people, traders and atmosphere that make SMC such a special event. And there's barely time to unpack the suitcases before we head to Scale ModelWorld 2026 at Telford! With the UK's biggest scale modelling weekend just days away, we complete our build-up with the latest information, some important reminders and a few last-minute surprises courtesy of IPMS(UK) Show Manager John Tapsell. Plus, the Stash Inflation team return with another collection of forthcoming releases, just in case your bank balance was beginning to recover from Eindhoven. Two major international modelling shows, three weeks apart. Whoever planned that clearly doesn't have to explain the credit card bill. 🇳🇱 Scale Model Challenge 2026 — The Final Word 17–18 October 2026 | Veldhoven, The Netherlands What a weekend! Scale Model Challenge has firmly established itself as one of the highlights of the international scale modelling calendar, bringing together some of the world's finest modellers, painters, manufacturers and enthusiasts. And 2026 certainly didn't disappoint. With new records set for the show's size, visitor numbers, competition participants and entries, SMC continues to demonstrate just how vibrant and international our hobby has become. Following our coverage from the show itself, we welcome back Robert Crombeecke, the man behind Scale Model Challenge, to help us round off our Eindhoven experience. We explore what made this year's event such a success, the considerable work that goes on behind the scenes and the challenges of delivering an event that attracts visitors from across Europe and beyond. From the competition tables and extraordinary displays to the trade halls, workshops and friendships that develop over the weekend, we reflect on what makes SMC different. And with Brownie, Nevs and Martin having spent the weekend meeting manufacturers, catching up with friends and exploring the show, there are plenty of personal observations to share. Of course, running an event of this scale is never simply a matter of opening the doors and hoping everyone turns up. Which brings us rather neatly to what happens next. 🔮 Scale Model Challenge 2027 — Bigger, Better and Looking Ahead 16–17 October 2027 | Veldhoven, The Netherlands The doors may have closed on SMC 2026, but planning for the next event is already on the agenda. Robert joins us to discuss the lessons from this year's show, opportunities to build on its success and potential enhancements for 2027. With SMC continuing to develop its reputation as a truly international event, we look at the importance of listening to exhibitors, competitors and visitors, while maintaining the atmosphere and quality that have become its hallmarks. It's a fascinating opportunity to hear directly from the organiser about the future direction of one of Europe's most respected modelling events. Whether you're a regular visitor, a competition entrant, a trader or somebody considering making the journey for the first time, there's plenty to look forward to. Scale Model Challenge 2027 takes place on 16–17 October 2027. Time to put another date in the diary. And possibly start saving now. Scale Model Challenge Website: https://www.scalemodelchallenge.com/ 🇬🇧 Scale ModelWorld 2026 — The Final Countdown! 7–8 November 2026 | The International Centre, Telford From Eindhoven to Telford, the international modelling calendar certainly isn't slowing down! With Scale ModelWorld 2026 just around the corner, we complete our build-up to the UK's biggest scale modelling weekend. Organised by IPMS(UK), Scale ModelWorld brings together thousands of models, clubs, Special Interest Groups, manufacturers, traders and visitors from around the world for two days celebrating everything our hobby has to offer. And we have a few final reminders from Show Manager John Tapsell (JT). 🎟️ Tickets are still available Tickets can be purchased online right up to and during the show itself, so there's still an opportunity to join everyone at Telford. 🌺 Remembrance Sunday — 8 November As Sunday is Remembrance Sunday, visitors are reminded that a two-minute silence will be observed at 11:00 am. We encourage everyone attending to join in this important moment of remembrance. 🚗 Something a little larger than 1/24 scale! John has also teased the appearance of several full-size vehicles inside the exhibition halls. We're keeping the details under wraps for now, but there will be some interesting machinery to admire alongside the thousands of miniature masterpieces. And for once, absolutely no assembly required! Scale ModelWorld Opening Times: Saturday 7 November: 10:00–18:00 Sunday 8 November: 10:00–16:00 IPMS members: Early admission from 09:00 on both days. Scale ModelWorld Information & Tickets: https://ipmsuk.org/ipms-scale-modelworld/ Venue Accessibility & Mobility Scooter Booking: https://www.tictelford.com/accessibility-inclusivity/ 🎙️ Come and Meet Beyond The Box Art® at Telford! Hall 1 — Stand 1075 Yes, the Beyond The Box Art® team will be at Scale ModelWorld throughout the weekend! You'll find us in Hall 1, Stand 1075, opposite the middle entrance into the hall, alongside our friends and sponsors from AMMO by Mig Jiménez. Come and say hello, meet the team, catch up with fellow Benchmates, have a chat about your latest project or simply put some faces to the voices you've been listening to. We'll have our microphones with us, so there may even be an opportunity to contribute to a future episode. And there's something rather special to see on the stand. Following its world announcement at Scale Model Challenge, Fischkopp Model Company's forthcoming 1/48 Supermarine Stranraer will be making its first UK show appearance. An opportunity to take a closer look at this exciting debut project from one of our show sponsors. We'll also have our exclusive Scale ModelWorld 2026 stickers, along with a very limited number of commemorative show mugs available for purchase. Whether you've been listening since Episode 1 or have only recently discovered us, we'd love to meet you. Come and find us. We don't bite. Although the same cannot necessarily be said for Dan if you interrupt a modelling demonstration. ⭐ Stash Inflation Report — The Temptation Continues Another episode, another international collection of forthcoming releases, new kits and perfectly reasonable excuses to acquire more plastic. The Stash Inflation Report team are back with their usual tour of the modelling world. Balders takes to the skies with the latest aircraft announcements, Dan surveys the armour and military vehicle releases, Nevs heads out to sea for the nautical news, Shane explores the world of Gunpla and science fiction, and Matty rounds things off with the latest automotive offerings. With manufacturers continuing to announce exciting new subjects across virtually every modelling genre, there's certainly no shortage of temptation. And with Scale ModelWorld just days away, we suspect a few Benchmates may already be mentally rearranging their stash shelves. As always, Beyond The Box Art® accepts absolutely no responsibility for spontaneous purchases, expanding collections or awkward conversations involving mysteriously arriving parcels. 🌍 Connecting the International Modelling Community One of the things that makes events such as Scale Model Challenge and Scale ModelWorld so important is the opportunity they provide to bring people together. Different countries, different modelling interests and different experiences, but a shared enthusiasm for the hobby. As an Official Media Partner of both IPMS(UK) and IPMS USA, Beyond The Box Art® is proud to help strengthen those connections through our international coverage and our IPMS Connect feature. Whether it's celebrating the work of national societies, highlighting local clubs and Special Interest Groups or introducing listeners to the people behind the world's major modelling events, our aim remains the same. To give the international scale modelling community a voice. Different countries. Different interests. One worldwide hobby. IPMS Links: IPMS(UK): https://ipmsuk.org/ IPMS USA: https://ipmsusa.org/ 🎧 Episode 41 — From Eindhoven to Telford From the competition tables of Scale Model Challenge to the final preparations for Scale ModelWorld, Episode 41 is a celebration of the people who make our hobby's biggest events possible. We're grateful to Robert Crombeecke for joining us to reflect on another successful SMC and share his thoughts about the future, and to John Tapsell and the IPMS(UK) team for their continued hard work in bringing Scale ModelWorld to life. Behind every major modelling show are countless hours of planning, an army of volunteers and an enormous amount of enthusiasm. And without those people, there simply wouldn't be a show. So grab a brew, settle down at

Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 40 IPMS Connect Goes Global, Fischkopp's Big Reveal & Telford 2026! SEO Title: Beyond The Box Art® Episode 40 | IPMS Connect Launch, Fischkopp Stranraer & Scale ModelWorld 2026 Meta Description: Episode 40 launches IPMS Connect with IPMS USA, reveals Fischkopp's Supermarine Stranraer from SMC Eindhoven and previews Scale ModelWorld Telford 2026. Hiya Benchmates — Episode 40 has landed, and this one's rather special! We're celebrating a major milestone for Beyond The Box Art® as we officially welcome IPMS USA as our newest media partner and launch IPMS Connect, our brand-new international feature bringing the worldwide IPMS community closer together. Joining Brownie for this historic first edition is Eugenie Taylor-Ray from IPMS USA, helping us kick off an exciting new chapter in international scale modelling. We've also been out and about at Scale Model Challenge in Eindhoven, where our friends at Fischkopp Model Company unveiled their very first injection-moulded kit — the magnificent Supermarine Stranraer — and we were there, microphones in hand, to capture the announcement! And with Scale ModelWorld 2026 at Telford fast approaching, we welcome Show Manager John Tapsell (JT) and IPMS(UK) President Rich Middleton for the latest news and final preparations ahead of the biggest weekend in the UK modelling calendar. Forty episodes in, and apparently we're still finding new ways to make the hobby more expensive. 🌍 IPMS Connect — A New International Partnership A new chapter begins for Beyond The Box Art® and the international modelling community. Episode 40 marks the official launch of IPMS Connect, replacing IPMS Dispatches and taking our IPMS coverage onto the international stage. We're delighted to announce that Beyond The Box Art® is now an Official Media Partner of IPMS USA, building on our existing relationship with IPMS(UK). For our very first IPMS Connect, we're joined by Eugenie Taylor-Ray from IPMS USA, introducing a new feature dedicated to connecting modellers, sharing stories and celebrating the people and organisations that make our hobby truly international. From society news and major shows to individual members, clubs and the friendships that cross borders, IPMS Connect is about much more than announcements. It's about bringing our modelling community together. Different countries. Different interests. One worldwide hobby. IPMS Links: IPMS USA: https://ipmsusa.org/ IPMS(UK): https://ipmsuk.org/ ✈️ Fischkopp Model Company — The Supermarine Stranraer Revealed! Breaking news, recorded live at Scale Model Challenge, Eindhoven! Our friends and show sponsors at Fischkopp Model Company have officially announced their very first model kit — the Supermarine Stranraer, the distinctive British twin-engined biplane flying boat. With a planned release in Q3 2027, this is an exciting first step for the company and a particularly interesting choice of subject for aviation enthusiasts. Brownie, Nevs and Martin were at Scale Model Challenge in the Netherlands, where Fischkopp made the announcement on Saturday 17 October. We bring you the excitement of the unveiling, recorded at the show, and a first look at what's ahead for this ambitious new manufacturer. It's not every day a new kit manufacturer launches its first project, particularly with a subject as wonderfully unusual as the Stranraer. Flying boats, rigging and multiple wings. What could possibly go wrong? Fischkopp Model Company: https://www.fischkoppcompany.de/ Scale Model Challenge: https://www.scalemodelchallenge.com/ 🇬🇧 Scale ModelWorld 2026 — The Final Countdown! 7–8 November 2026 | The International Centre, Telford The UK's biggest scale modelling weekend is almost here! We're joined by Scale ModelWorld Show Manager John Tapsell (JT), assisted by IPMS(UK) President Rich Middleton, for the latest updates and final preparations for Scale ModelWorld 2026. With traders, manufacturers, club and Special Interest Group displays, international visitors, competitions and thousands of models under one roof, Telford remains one of the highlights of the modelling year. We look at what visitors can expect, the enormous amount of work involved in organising the event and why Scale ModelWorld continues to occupy such an important place in the international hobby calendar. And of course, Beyond The Box Art® will be there - Hall 1 stand 1075 - opposite the middle entrance into the hall... You won't miss us! Come and find the team at our stand, meet some fellow Benchmates, have a chat and perhaps even find yourself in front of one of our microphones, plus take a look at the Fischkopp Stranraer in person!  Don't worry. We usually ask first! Scale ModelWorld Information & Tickets: https://ipmsuk.org/ipms-scale-modelworld/ Venue Mobility scooter booking: Www.tictelford.com/accessibility-inclusivity/ ⭐ Stash Inflation Report The Stash Inflation team return with another international round-up of upcoming releases, new kits and reasons to question the structural integrity of your stash shelving. Brownie takes to the skies with the latest aviation releases, Dan rolls out the armour, Nevs heads to sea, Shane explores Gunpla and science fiction, and Matty keeps the automotive enthusiasts up to speed. From newly announced subjects to long-awaited releases, there's plenty to tempt modellers across every genre. As always, Beyond The Box Art® accepts absolutely no responsibility for spontaneous purchases, expanding stashes or awkward conversations about boxes arriving at the front door. 🎙️ Episode 40 — A Milestone Worth Celebrating Forty episodes, an expanding international audience, new partnerships and an ever-growing community of Benchmates. This episode is about everything that makes scale modelling special — the manufacturers bringing new ideas to life, the volunteers who make our shows possible and the friendships that connect modellers around the world. The launch of IPMS Connect and our new partnership with IPMS USA represent another exciting step in the journey of Beyond The Box Art®. And the best part? We're only just getting started. So grab a brew, head to the bench and join Brownie and the Beyond The Box Art® team for international IPMS news, Fischkopp's big announcement, Telford preparations, new kit releases and the usual bench-top banter. Beyond The Box Art® The Scale Modellers Podcast. Models. Modellers. Meaning. Contact Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.beyondtheboxart.com/ Show Sponsors AMMO by Mig Jiménez — https://www.ammo.es/ Fischkopp Model Company — https://www.fischkoppcompany.de/ Guideline Publications — https://www.guidelinepublications.co.uk/ Scale Modellers Supply — https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Inside The Armour — https://www.insidethearmour.com/ Hobbyshow.org — https://www.hobbyshow.org/beyondtheboxart Our commercial sponsors help cover the running costs of Beyond The Box Art®, allowing us to encourage Benchmates who wish to support something financially to consider modelling charities and good causes instead. 🎙️ Why Listen to Beyond The Box Art®? Beyond The Box Art® is the modelling radio show on the internet, bringing together industry interviews, new kit releases, scale modelling news, international IPMS updates, shows, competitions, techniques and conversations with the people who make our hobby what it is. As an Official Media Partner of IPMS(UK) and IPMS USA, we're helping connect modellers and share stories from across the international modelling community. Whether you're building your very first kit, returning after decades away or already wondering where you're going to put the next one, there's a place for you among the Benchmates. Available completely free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts. Models. Modellers. Meaning.

Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 39 Cars, Competitions & Chairman Wong! SEO Title: Beyond The Box Art® Episode 39 | Automotive Modelling, IPMS Competitions & Bolton 2027 Meta Description: Episode 39 explores automotive scale modelling with Rich Middleton and Matty's Custom Scale, IPMS competition advice from Andy Brown, Bolton 2027 and the final IPMS Dispatches. Hiya Benchmates — Episode 39 has landed! This time we're finally giving automotive modelling some proper attention. Joining us are IPMS(UK) President Rich Middleton and our new automotive Stash Inflation reporter, Matty from Matty's Custom Scale, to ask why cars and motorcycles sometimes seem to sit apart from the wider scale modelling hobby — and whether automotive modellers get the recognition they deserve. More importantly, we look at what aircraft, armour, ship and sci-fi modellers can learn from car builders, particularly when it comes to surface preparation, paint, polishing and achieving those intimidatingly flawless finishes. Apparently, covering the mistakes with mud isn't always an option. Dan is understandably concerned. 🚗 Automotive Modelling — Rich Middleton & Matty Cars, motorcycles, motorsport, commercial vehicles and custom builds represent a huge part of scale modelling, yet they can sometimes feel like a hobby within the hobby. We talk to Rich and Matty about why that might be, how automotive modelling differs from other genres and the techniques that everyone can take back to their own workbench. From paint preparation and gloss finishes to metallics, interiors and presentation, there's plenty here even if you've never built a car in your life. Matty's Socials: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/mattys_custom_scale https://www.instagram.com/design.by.mcs  YouTube: http://youtube.com/@mattyscustomscale Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054451211245&mibextid=LQQJ4d TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mattys_custom_scale?_t=8UZMLIJX0OA&_r=1 Cults3D: https://cults3d.com/@MCSDesign Email: [email protected]   🏆 Competition Modelling — Andy Brown IPMS(UK) Competition Secretary Andy Brown returns to take some of the mystery — and hopefully some of the fear — out of entering a model competition. We discuss what judges actually look for, common mistakes, presentation and what first-time entrants should consider before placing a model on the table. With Scale ModelWorld at Telford approaching, Andy also explains why competitions shouldn't simply be viewed as something for elite modellers. Sometimes the biggest step is simply entering. 🇬🇧 The Final IPMS Dispatches Episode 39 also marks the final ever IPMS Dispatches, and we're sending it out with the return of Chairman Wong — Paul Wong. We catch up on IPMS(UK) news, the build-up to Scale ModelWorld and look ahead to the Bolton IPMS Model Show 2027, the UK's largest one-day model show and home show of Beyond The Box Art®. Brownie will be there. This time Dan and Shane are coming too. Bolton has been warned! But the end of IPMS Dispatches isn't the end of our IPMS coverage. In Episode 40, we launch IPMS Connect — our new international section bringing together news, people and stories from across the wider IPMS community. ⭐ Stash Inflation Report The Stash Inflation team are back with another worldwide round-up of new releases and modelling temptation. Balders covers aviation, Dan tackles armour, Nevs heads to sea, Shane takes care of Gunpla and sci-fi, and Matty brings us the latest automotive releases. As ever, Beyond The Box Art® accepts absolutely no responsibility for any resulting purchases. So grab a brew, head to the bench and join Brownie and the Beyond The Box Art® team for automotive modelling, competition advice, IPMS news, new releases and the usual bench-top banter. Beyond The Box Art® The Scale Modellers Podcast. Models. Modellers. Meaning. Contact Email: [email protected] Website: www.beyondtheboxart.com Show Sponsors AMMO by Mig Jiménez — www.ammo.es Fischkopp Model Company — www.fischkoppcompany.de Guideline Publications — www.guidelinepublications.co.uk Scale Modellers Supply — www.scalemodeller.com.au Inside The Armour — www.insidethearmour.com Hobbyshow.org — www.hobbyshow.org/beyondtheboxart  Our commercial sponsors help cover the running costs of Beyond The Box Art®, allowing us to encourage Benchmates who wish to support something financially to consider modelling charities and good causes instead. 🎙️ Why Listen to Beyond The Box Art®? Beyond The Box Art® is the modelling radio show on the internet, featuring industry interviews, scale modelling news, new kit releases, IPMS updates, shows, competitions, techniques and conversations with the people who make our hobby what it is. Whether you're building your first kit, returning after decades away or already wondering where you're going to put the next one, there's a place for you among the Benchmates. Available completely free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.

Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 38 From Red to Yellow! Heller/Glow2B, DBMK update, VMZ2026 and the Return of a Missing Benchmate! Hiya Benchmates — Episode 38 has landed! After joining James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs for a very special farewell to Just Making Conversation in our last episode, we're back to business as usual - though with a little JMC magic thrown in! Well, as close to business as usual as things ever get around here. This time, we're catching up with some familiar faces from the modelling industry, looking ahead to an international online modelling competition and welcoming back a member of the Beyond The Box Art® team who has finally managed to escape the clutches of his work roster! We're joined by Dale Luckhurst, who has swapped red for yellow in his new role as Brand Manager for Heller, part of Glow2B, to talk about his new position and what the future holds for this iconic model kit manufacturer. Will Packard from DBMK returns to bring us up to speed on developments since the release of their much-anticipated 1/32 Sea Fury earlier this year, including progress on some exciting upcoming projects. We also welcome Tim Holland from Modellers Without Borders, who joins us to talk about VMZ2026, their second annual online modelling competition, and how modellers from around the world can get involved. And, of course, the Stash Inflation Report returns with another collection of new releases, aftermarket accessories and completely unnecessary temptations. But perhaps the biggest surprise of all... Martin Drayton is back! Yes, after what feels like an eternity of conflicting work rosters, the planets have finally aligned, and Martin rejoins the Benchmates from his home in sunny Utah. We were beginning to think he'd changed his phone number.   🎙️ Feature Interview — Dale Luckhurst: From Red to Yellow! It's always a pleasure to welcome a familiar voice back to the show, particularly when they've got some exciting news to share. This episode sees the return of Dale Luckhurst, who has traded the familiar red of his previous role for something altogether more yellow! Dale joins us in his new position as Brand Manager for Heller, part of Glow2B, and we're delighted to catch up with him for his first interview with us since taking on the role. For generations of modellers, Heller has been a familiar name in the hobby, producing an enormous variety of subjects across aviation, military vehicles, maritime modelling and automotive kits. And for many of us, there are probably a few Heller boxes lurking somewhere in the stash that we bought decades ago and still fully intend to build. Eventually. We talk to Dale about his move to Glow2B, what attracted him to the Heller brand and how he's settling into his new responsibilities. We also explore the challenges and opportunities involved in managing a manufacturer with such a long history, an established catalogue and a loyal following among modellers around the world. What can we expect from Heller in the coming years? How does Dale see the brand developing? And what might the future hold for those classic subjects that helped make Heller such a recognisable name in the modelling world? It's an opportunity to hear directly from someone involved in shaping the future of a familiar manufacturer. And, naturally, we couldn't possibly let Dale leave without asking whether there might be a few surprises in store for us. After all, a change of colour shouldn't mean a reduction in the number of kits we feel compelled to buy. Quite the opposite, probably.   ✈️ Industry Update — DBMK with Will Packard Back in Episode 26, we caught up with the team from DBMK to discuss their ambitious plans and the development of their highly anticipated 1/32 Sea Fury. Well, the Sea Fury has now made its way out of the development workshop and into the hands of modellers. So naturally, we wanted to know what happened next! Will Packard returns to Beyond The Box Art® to bring us up to speed on how things have progressed since the release of the Sea Fury earlier this year. We look back at the launch, discuss how the kit has been received by the modelling community and explore what the experience has taught the DBMK team about bringing a new large-scale injection-moulded aircraft kit to market. But, as anyone following DBMK's social media channels will know, the Sea Fury is far from the end of the story. There are several rather interesting projects working their way through the development process.   Republic F-105 Thunderchief The mighty Thud is one of the most eagerly discussed subjects among those following DBMK's future releases. We catch up with Will on its development and what progress has been made. Grumman F11F Tiger An elegant and distinctive US Navy fighter that has attracted plenty of attention from modellers. We discuss the project and what the team has been working on behind the scenes. Supermarine Scimitar A subject particularly close to the hearts of many British naval aviation enthusiasts. We find out how development is progressing and what lies ahead for this much-anticipated project. There's also a chance to explore what goes into developing a new kit, from the initial design and research through to the engineering decisions that eventually turn a computer model into something we can actually sit down and build. For those of us who spend our time wondering why a particular aircraft has never been produced in our preferred scale, it's an opportunity to hear about the work involved in making these projects happen. And, more importantly... To find out what we might need to make room for in the stash next.   🌍 Modellers Without Borders — VMZ2026 with Tim Holland One of the wonderful things about scale modelling is that it brings together people who might otherwise never have the opportunity to meet. Different countries. Different backgrounds. Different modelling interests. But one shared passion for sticking bits of plastic together and occasionally wondering where that tiny photo-etched part disappeared to. This episode, we're joined by Tim Holland from Modellers Without Borders to talk about VMZ2026, their second annual online modelling competition. With the success of their inaugural event behind them, Modellers Without Borders are bringing modellers together once again for an international celebration of the hobby. And the beauty of an online modelling competition is that geography doesn't have to get in the way. You don't need to travel hundreds of miles to a convention centre. You don't need to book a hotel. And you certainly don't need to explain to your other half why the car is full of model boxes before you've even arrived at the show. We talk to Tim about how Modellers Without Borders came about, what inspired the creation of VMZ and how the experience of organising their first event has helped shape this year's competition. We also explore what modellers can expect from VMZ2026, how the competition works, the categories and entry process, and what participants need to know about getting involved. For those who have never entered a modelling competition before, it's a chance to discover how an online event can offer a different way of sharing your work with the wider modelling community. And for experienced competition modellers, it's another opportunity to showcase their latest projects alongside fellow enthusiasts from around the world. But VMZ2026 isn't simply about medals, trophies or who has managed to squeeze the largest number of aftermarket accessories into a single model. It's also about bringing people together, encouraging participation and celebrating the creativity, craftsmanship and friendship that make our hobby so rewarding. Whether you're a seasoned competition veteran, a newcomer to the hobby or someone who has never quite plucked up the courage to enter a model into a show, there's plenty to discover. And the best part? You can take part without having to transport your latest masterpiece halfway across the country in a box full of foam and crossed fingers.   ⭐ Stash Inflation Report Of course, while we're busy talking to manufacturers about their latest developments, the rest of the modelling industry has been doing its level best to ensure our bank accounts never recover. Yes, the Stash Inflation Report returns with another worldwide trawl through the latest releases, announcements, aftermarket accessories and assorted pieces of modelling temptation. Balders takes us through the latest aviation releases, Dan patrols the world of armour and military vehicles, Nevs heads back onto the high seas, Shane explores Gunpla, sci-fi and everything mechanical, while Matty takes care of cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles. And with Matty now firmly established as our automotive correspondent, there's yet another member of the team finding completely legitimate reasons why you absolutely need another model kit. Apparently, having nowhere to put it is no longer considered a valid objection. Between them, the team once again demonstrates that the modelling industry remains entirely committed to ensuring nobody ever reaches the bottom of their stash. Expect new kits. Expect aftermarket. Expect several entirely unnecessary purchases. And expect at least one member of the team to explain why something is an absolute bargain despite nobody actually asking. As always, Beyond The Box Art® accepts absolutely no responsibility for parcels arriving at your home following this segment. Although we will happily accept the credit.   🇺🇸 The Return of a Missing Benchmate — Martin Drayton There are some mysteries in the modelling world that may never be fully explained. Where do all those tiny parts go when they disappear from the tweezers? Why does the one kit you really want always seem to be out of stock? And why is it that every time we try to arrange a recording session, Martin