Paper and card models are still being designed and published today. Their continued appeal comes from several practical advantages. Let's take a closer look.
Full Colour
Plastic models usually need painting, and some finishes are difficult to achieve without expensive paints. Paper models are different: print the parts on a colour printer, cut them out and glue them together. For the best finish, you may only need to colour the exposed edges.
Accurate Reproductions
In the past, design limitations meant that paper models often only resembled their subjects. Modern software and 3D modelling make much closer reproductions possible. Even small details, such as the positions of rivets and bolts, can be planned accurately.
Scalability
Because many current paper models are designed on computers, people with the right software skills can edit them. It is often possible to change a model's scale, sometimes simply by adjusting the print settings.
The Building Process
A plastic kit may be assembled in a few hours and then require weeks of painting. Building a paper model takes longer, which can make the process more rewarding. If a part is damaged, you can usually print a replacement.
Creative Possibilities
If you know how to use graphics software, you can edit a model's source files, change its colours or add your own elements. The possibilities depend on your imagination.
Accessibility
Paper models were once mostly found in magazines. Today the internet makes it possible to buy models or find free ones. Our site offers free paper models, paper crafts and children's projects without registration or SMS messages. You can download them directly instead of waiting on ad-filled file-sharing sites.
Why did you choose paper modelling as a hobby?
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