A collection of links to information about architectural modelmaking. A modelmaking resource for students, prospective students and anyone looking to find out more about professional modelmaking.

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• Modelmaking materials.
• Modelmakers.
• Modelmaking qualifications.
• Suggested reading.
• Sculpture.

Modelmaking materials. (Recommended suppliers of specialist modelmaking accesories.)

• Model Trees & Palms: A recommended source for all kinds of scale model trees and plants.
• P.P.D: A precision metal etching service. Accurate details produced in brass, nickel silver, stainless steel etc.
• E.M.A: A good source for many modelmaking components. A comprehensive catalogue and mail order service.
• Aspect Models: Producers of some very good cast cars and other vehicles in a variety of popular architectural modelmaking scales.
• Mouldlife: Suppliers of everything for mouldmaking and casting, silicone rubbers, resins and accessories.
• Cheshire Models: A recommended source of basic architectural modelmaking materials, plastic and metal.

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Modelmakers. (Links to the websites of some professional modelmaking friends.)

• Pete Tindall: An accomplished modelmaker and sculpter whose work has included sculpture and effects for the movies Batman Begins, Charley and the Chocolate Factory and Wolfman.
• Martin Adamson: A versatile modelmaker making characters for television animations and sculpture in a variety of media, including cast resin 'waves' and wooden chicken statues.
• We Can Create: Creative modelmakers based in Edinburgh, Scotland. A small company making interesting models for a range of clients.
• Unit 22 Modelmakers: One of the London's longest established modelmakers. Recomended for all kinds of modelmaking.
• 360 Models / Lasers: The premier modelmaking and laser cutting service for South Wales. A recommended service for precision laser cutting in plastics and timber veneers.

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Studying Modelmaking. (UK Degree courses specialising in modelmaking study.)

• University of Hertfordshire: Offering a trio of modelmaking and visual effects based courses in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. A course on which Will has taught, on a part-time basis for several years.
• The Arts University College at Bournemouth: Formerly The Arts Institute at Bournemouth. This course is run from well equipped studios in Bournemouth, Dorset. An exiting and creative course that encourages students to build a wide range of skills and a good understanding of how to combine emerging digital techniques and traditional craft skills.

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Suggested reading. (Find out more about Architectural Modelmaking.)

• Architectural Modelmaking. Nick Dunn: An contemporary book that clearly explains the design and use of architectural models in a variety of styles. A 'must-read' for all students of architectural modelmaking.
• Architectural Supermodels.Tom Porter and John Neale: A fantastic introduction to what architectural modelmaking is all about. A key text for all students of architectural modelmaking.
• Architectural Models. Ansar Oswald: An inspiring collection of architectural modelmaking, mostly from Austria and Germany. Another 'must-read' for all students of architectural modelmaking.
• Modelbuilding. Alexander Schilling: A small book that describes the process of making simple development models well. Recommended for students of architecture.
• Modeling Messages. Karen Moon: A more in-depth look at modelmaking, while still being easily accessible to the reader.
• Professional Modelmaking. Norman Trudeau: A good, general, book that explains the use of models by designers and introduces a large variety of tools, materials and techniques.
• Blue Universe. Gerald Zugmann: Difficult to find, and expensive, but contains some wonderful examples of model photography.
• Future Systems. Marcus Field: Containing many examples of models that Will Strange made while part of Unit 22, working for Future Systems.

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Sculpture. (Examples of artworks that relate to architectural modelmaking techniques and styles.)

• Ben Trautman: An interesting blend of fine art and architectural modelmaking techniques.
• Tom Small: Architectural fantasy sculptures in stone.
• Andreas Nicolas Fischer: A fascinating data sculpture that makes use of CNC machining.
• Michael Davis Gutierrez: Not strictly architectural modelmaking, but there is an element of scale aparent in many of these small sculptures..
• Michele De Lucchi: Small wooden building sculptures featuring some wonderfully modelled trees.

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