AMAZING FIGURE MODELER (2020)

"Amazing Figure Modeler is going spastic for plastic this issue - and modelers will, too, once they get a whiff of the petroleum-packed line-up of rock-n-roll, horror, sci-fi, superhero, and car kits that's on tap. AFM's plastic parade gets off on the right note with a couple of reissued rockers from Hawk's Weird-Oh line, The Frantics. Next, greak out with Revell's flying Man of Steel, Superman, and then it's on to some sci-fi modeling with Monogram's Flying Sub and the Mobius Lost in Space: Space Pod. Horror fans can look forward to Nosferatu, The Invisible Man, and the Monster Scenes kits. Get set for another cool issue chock full of the usual modeling mayhem!"

"Amazing Figure Modeler serves up the nutritious 'Breakfast of Champions' from Monster Dork Studios. Next, set sail with the Dark Maiden, an all-new ship's figurehead beauty from Reaper Miniatures. GeoMetric's The Fly will get a hair-by-hair makeover, and a Playboy bunny shows off two good reasons why she's a bust in more ways than on! Get set as this issue prunes down the plastic and focuses on subjects that put it head and shoulders above the rest!"

"Amazing Figure Modeler magazine breaks out the silver bullets and takes aim at everyone's favorite shape shifting creature, the Werewolf! From classic movie creations to original takes, this issue promises to be a true fangfest, and what would a werewolf issue be without a feature on the hair-raising talents of art legend Bernie Wrightson."

"Relive the hobby's golden era with vintage kits that helped shape the resin figure market's early formative years. Featured models will include Jeff Yagher's 'Curse of the Werewolf,' The Barker Bros.' 'Jersey Devil,' GeoMetric Design's 'Pumpkinhead,' The Janus Co.'s 'White Zombie,' and other landmark kits. The AFM artist profile also goes retro with a spotlight on sculptor Mike Parks and his innovated work with Mad Lab Models."

"Writers take over the driver's seat and put the pedal to the metal with some of the hobby's most exciting new releases. You'll reach for the fire extinguisher as John Hircock fans the flames of the Ghost of Frankenstein, while Jim Bertges slams the vehicle in reverse for a look back at the Monster Kit Diorama. Mike Falcigno refuels his skills with a new sculpting article on the Curse of the Demon, and David Fisher tops off the tank with an historic countess."

"Break out the hair dryers and the X-actos because Amazing Figure Modeler is going back in time with part two of their American GK classics series. Slated articles will include kits from Geometric, Horizon, and Screamin' Models, plus other American vinyl producers. In addition, George Stephenson dishes on the trials and tribulations of producing vinyl kits. All this and more awaits modelers in this issue!"

"Holy Cow, Amazing Figure Magazine is turning 50! That's right, America's #1 figure modeling publication is gearing up for its 50th monstrous issue and readers will shriek in delight at this special tribute geared towards their favorite Monsters that go bump in the night. First there's a 'hand to hand combat' diorama on Narin's massive 'Predator vs. Dutch' kit. Generating even more buzz will be Earthbound Studios' 'Return of the Fly' bust and a war rages as Ray Harryhausen's mighty Ymir makes a stand against a trigger-happy Italian Army. All this plus a whole lot more modeling mayhem awaits one and all!"

"The AFM crew is amped up and ready to roll with all new pulse pounding feats of modeling excitement. First take an expedition to the wild Jungles of Africa in search of the perfect diorama on the legendry Lord of the Apes, Tarzan. Next travel back in time to the Crusades and prepare for some armor-smashing action as Revell's horse mounted Golden Knight is pitted against the dreaded Black Knight. Needful Things' James Bond, the debonair secret agent with a license to kill will be represented in fine fashion as will Sinbad the Sailor, a current release from Monarch."

"Gather around the candelabras ol' ye Children of the Night, as AFM takes a plastic plunge into the dark world of Gothic Horror kits. For the Classic Horror fans, rise and dine with Blackheart Models' bloody eyed version of Christopher Lee's legendary role as 'Count Dracula.' Next, turn the channel for some TV scares with Round 2's re-release of MPC's 'Barnabus Collins', a kit that doesn't suck when merged with Cult of Personality's upgraded head. Also waiting in the wings is a customized 'Voldemort,' another bald villain Harry Potter fans are sure to go batty over!"

"Join Amazing Figure Modeler Magazine this Fall and head out into the neighborhood for a beggar's night excursion that'll be nothing but modeling tricks and figural treats! It's time for Halloween and the AFM house is handing out some of the sweetest resin and plastic candy on the block. Steve Riojas will scare the yell out of you with a porch diorama that'll feature Kreature Kid's awesomely cool 'Halloween Nightmares' gang. David Fisher takes an eye of newt and wing of bat to Tweeterheads' 'Home Cookin', an epic Salem Witch kit that's certain to put a spell on you."

"Amazing Figure Modeler magazine is putting the X back in sex and that means some 'private' modeling sessions with all your favorite Girls from the Garage. Whether you're into the modern bitch'n babes of today or the sweet-ass beauties of yester year, this issue is sure to harden the ole' glue tube! First up is Resin Bench's 'Special Forces,' a kit that's guaranteed to target your libido and blast it to pieces! Next, it's time to snuggle up with Zotz' delicate fantasy piece; 'Daenerys, Mother of Dragons' and Mad Dog Resin's Betty Page, the 'Queen of Pin-Ups' herself, gets modeled into a 3-D Bomber Art masterpiece."

"Calling all rock tribes! Join Amazing Figure Modeler Magazine as they journey back in time to a world of Prehistoric kits! Whether you're a Mesozoic modeler, a Paleozoic painter or just a Cretaceous collector, get set to strap on a turtle shell and prepare for a Primeval parade of dangerous Dinos, marauding Mammals and fur-lined Babes! AFM's Yabba Yabba Doo coverage will include Sideshow's hyper realistic Dinosaur Statues in all their glorious Devonian detail as well as a Saurian- sized look at the work of Paleo artist David Silva and his Creative Beast Studio."

"Join Amazing Figure Modeler's 'Modelnauts' as they reach towards the stars with a galaxy-sized salute to outer space and beyond! The cosmic coverage blasts off for the Outer Limits with Saturn LTD's alien Thetan model and then it's off to space drift with the cool stylings of Toi Ogunyoko's futuristic Astronaut kit. Sci-fi Hardware will be front and center with Pegasus' all new Nautilus sub making a big retro splash and then it's on to tracking down Moebius' Lost in Space Chariot for some hyper drive detailing. Next, strap on a rocket pack and blast off on a nostalgic adventure with Screamin's Rocketeer. Whether you're into Aliens, Astronauts, or just plain ole' kick ass modeling, space in the place as AFM presents a planet-sized look at the amazing kits that orbit the realm of Sci-Fi Fantasy!"

"Plastic is fantastic and boy howdy Amazing Figure Modeler knows it! Next time around AFM is heading out on a Safari, a Styrene Safari that is, and they're out to track down all the latest and greatest injection molded kits and throwin' them on the bench. Things are off to a fun and creepy start with a trip to 1313 Mocking Bird Lane to see what Moebius' Herman and Grandpa Munster kits have brewing in the lab. Catch some waves with an amazing 'Batboat' water diorama that makes a 'joke' out of Batman and Robin, and then prepare to get thoroughly soaked by the 'Gillman' as he rides to the Black Lagoon on a custom crafted Jet Ski. All this and so much more from your figure model buds that put the 'Zing' in Amazing!"

"Brace yourselves for a nonstop Fantasy Art Attack as AFM's next issue leaps off the flat canvas and onto waiting workbenches with a dazzling array of 3-D model kits based on traditional 2-D paintings. This Model Gallery Tour of Fine Art begins with a Frazetta classic, Resin in Motion's 'Swamp Demon' and continues with another fantasy favorite, Ken Kelly's 'Delisle and Thandos' as kitted by Resin Realities. Long time toy, hobby and statue sculptor Tony Cipriano gets to bask in the AFM spotlight where he'll share his thoughts, work and experiences in building an amazing 20 plus year career as a free-lance artist. All this and plenty more 3-D modeling madness is coming your way in an issue that's guaranteed to be suitable for framing!"

"Next issue, you're invited to get 'Hammered' as Amazing Figure Modeler magazine takes a bite outta the U.K.'s leading exporter of spine-tingling horror by paying tribute to Hammer Studios! The modeled blood will run red as your blood runs cold to the sinister likes of Christopher Lee's Dracula, Peter Cushing's Baron Frankenstein, Oliver Reed's Werewolf and a heaping dose of Hammer Glamor with Ingrid Pitt, Veronica Carlson and many other rogues of resin! Their next issue will hit the nail on the head as Hammer aficionado Stewart Jackson picks the best of the best for a gathered gallery of classic Hammer plastic! So board up the castle and pack a cross, it's time to head across the pond for issue #59 of AFM, where the accent is on horror - Hammer Horror!"

"Enter the realm of AFM's 'Cult of Originality' as they unlock the vaults of your modeling imagination and hand you the keys to a 3-D world of creativity! Original Kit Designs are where they belong, front and center and AFM will be highlighting and painting some of the coolest, most original designs to be found on the GK scene. Get 'geared up' for Garage Kit US's mechanical marvel, the timeless 'Lady Clankington.' Grab a brush to battle 'Mashaaf,' a slug from hell that crawled out of Reaper Miniatures' line of fantasy themed vinyl kits. Lurking in the murky depths, comes an illuminating article on 'The Abyssal Tyrant.'"

"A Carnival of Modern Horrors awaits all as Amazing Figure Modeler Magazine presents a shocking array of twisted sideshow cutups, fan-faced freaks and pin-headed leather clad geeks! AFM will slash its way into your heart with iconic characters from the 80's forward. The fun starts with detailed painting articles on two of TV's hottest series; the sinister looking 'Twisty the Clown' from American Horror Show and the down and dirty 'Daryl Dixon' from The Walking Dead! Things will get real groovy as 'Ash' from the Evil Dead stops in to give you some sugar baby and then it's off to a grim meeting with the faceless, winged horror from Pan's Labyrinth, 'The Angel of Death'. Finally, you'd be well advised to keep off the moors and stick to the roads as An American Werewolf in London is on the prowl in a spectacular diorama display."

"AFM's trippin' on a purple heart all the way back to the groovy 70's. That's right modelers, time to open that collar wide and throw on some bell-bottoms and platform shoes to celebrate the Decadent Decade of Dyno-mite! First AFM is going to 'do you a solid' and send you down into the lab for some rib splitting laughs with Dr. Frankenstein from Young Frankenstein. Next it's a madhouse with the Planet of the Apes and the 1976 King Kong will be swinging in to crush an aircraft or two! Scooby-Doo is off to the races with a custom 'Mystery Machine' that puts the 'burn' in burnout and beware of JAWS, a wide mouth Shark that loves to leave a mark!"

"Next time around get set for some more high-heeled modeling hijinx as Amazing Figure Modeler Magazine is pulling out all the stops and calling in a Strike Package Va Voom! That's right Gentlemen, it's Ladies Night again at Club AFM and they're keeping the Model Lounge open all night with a tantalizing line-up of bodacious beauties and curvaceous cuties! Look for scintillating articles on all of the hottest chicks that the GK Hobby has to offer as well as the necessary modeling instruction needed to make these lovely ladies look their best."

"The writing staff has hijacked the AFM bus and are off careening on a white knuckle modeling tour you won't soon forget! Get on board kids as Steve Riojas slices and dices ISH's double-headed Famous Monster 'Gallimitus' and stuffs some 'guts' into an internally gory masterpiece. Next, make some room for Jason 'The Dragon Slayer' Walker as he does battle with Reaper's epic five-headed beast 'Ma'al Drakar.' Mike Wallace returns to school everyone on how to model a truly epic Godzilla diorama and Larry Brackney is back in the class room to teach you all you need to know about the ever evolving world of 3-D printing technology."

"AFM wants to know if you're prepared halt an evil onslaught by a never ending horde of mindless, flesh eating Zombies in an apocalyptic wasteland? Whether you're into exposed entrails or decaying Death, this issue is going to make your skin crawl all the way to Pittsburgh and back! Headlining our flesh ripping, vomit inducing issue is none other than the Walking Dead's Greg Nicotero! He'll spill his guts on all the disgusting details of how the KNB EFX Group became Horrordom's go-to-SPFX Studio, The Walking Dead TV series, as well as his love of models, movies and a whole lot more. Rest assured, a foul stench will arise that could gag a maggot!"

"Its time to put the books down, pick up the glue and get set for grotesquely misshapen behemoths, destroyers of worlds, and freakishly warped beings that your feeble, model-minded psyche simply cannot comprehend! AFM's swirling Kosmic Kit-fest salute to H. P. Lovecraft's horrific nightmares kicks off with a cover story that'll feature the top Lovecraftian kits as well as the backstory regarding one of the most significant 20th-century authors of weird horror fiction. Also slated are how to articles on kits from the likes of the Gecco Corp, Reaper Miniatures, and Black Heart Models. The Shiflett Bros. will also be on hand with a detailed sculpting article on the Great Old One himself, Cthulhu. All this and so much more guarantees that this issue is sure to be a tantalizing, tentacled treat! "

"Holy Skreeonk! Look who's out to burn down the next epic issue of AFM, its none other than the 'King of the Monsters' himself, GODZILLA! It's true folks, Japan's favorite irradiated son is set to lay waste to the pages of AFM in epic fashion with a foam-rubber suited lineup of some of Toho Pictures' most memorable Kaiju! Slated articles will include dioramas of the 'Big G' centering on mass destruction and all the modeled havoc that ensues! The history of Godzilla Super-Deformed kits will be revealed with an amazing look at all the biggest, little kits you've ever seen! Next, take a tour of Japan with a unique photo journal diary that takes you from Osaka to Tokyo with a stopover at their world famous WonderFestival Convention! AFM's Company profile spotlights 'Star Ace', the Chinese outfit responsible for the highly popular Godzilla DefoReal series, and we'll also be throwing the spotlight on 'Resin Chef's' sculptor, Bill Gundenson, and his menagerie of offbeat, Toho Kaiju kits. All this and so much more destruction awaits you in the next foot-stompin', city smashing issue of Amazing Figure Modeler #69!"

"It's finally here! AFM's first-ever Amazing Figure Modeler 'Reader's Choice' issue! This Special Edition of AFM will showcase the winners of their Reader's Choice contest. The yearlong contest invited AFM readers to submit their work for possible publication in this ground-breaking issue; and as suspected, their talented readers responded with some of the most AMAZING model entries! The response was so strong, and the work submitted so inspiring, that issue #70 promises to be one of the best AFMs ever! This eye-popping issue has got Monsters, Babes, Vehicles, and scratch-built wonders from cover to cover! You will be blown away by the winning entries-- AFM are thrilled to throw the spotlight onto their dedicated readers-- this issue is for them, by them! It's their way of saying thank you for many years of support! All this and so much more awaits all in AFM's Reader's Choice milestone issue #70"