HOLMES Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 (edited) .....people sign on and join forums such as this and NEVER post anything.. NOT even a 'that is nice ' or ' I like that' .. what is the point of NEVER posting if you join.... just curious as there Are many members who never post but have joined ... :unsure: HOLMES ;) Edited September 13, 2014 by HOLMES Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_superbug Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 Holmes, I am Guilty as charged.... While I haven't posted any works of late I value the works that are put up. Then sometimes I forget that I am still logged on to the forums. Brendon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ziggyfoos Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 Some people post (a lot), some don’t. Different types of people. I visit ARC, Z5, ModelWarships, SteelNavy, Armorama, LSP, ML, and HS forums pretty much every day but rarely do post on any. For me I just prefer to browse, usually I have nothing to add, or just don't want to get involved. Personally I don't like posting the “that is nice” posts you mention as I don't like going through pages of replies like that. I’ve joined some forums to be able to access to items on the forums that aren’t available unless you register – like trying to contact someone via email/PM, and some forums block images from displaying unless you’re registered. In those cases I have to join but I don’t have anything to add myself. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stan in YUL Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I'am another guilty party. For me it's just like reading the newspaper Stan in YUL Quote Link to post Share on other sites
graves_09 Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 (edited) Because not everyone always has something useful to add to every conversation. Edited September 13, 2014 by graves_09 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rm20886 Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I to am guilty of not posting very often. I truly love the hobby as well as this forum. Unfortunately, that darn work thing keeps getting in the way of building. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RKic Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 Meanwhile others have 1,000s of posts, but never seem to do any actual modeling <_< Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HOLMES Posted September 13, 2014 Author Share Posted September 13, 2014 Meanwhile others have 1,000s of posts, but never seem to do any actual modeling <_</> YES I AM GUILTY OF THAT..I only built three all this time... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 I usually wait until I have something informative to add to the conversation. There are a lot of people who know more than I do, so this is an opportunity to learn. And there are a whole lot of people who build a lot better than I do. So, I lurk and learn. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Joel_W Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 On ARC and Aeroscale I'm a regular poster and builder. Almost all of my builds are represented here through build threads, so I can share my adventures in Modeling. ARC is now my #1 site, while Aeroscale is now #2. I do belong to several other sites that I only access for reviews or specific information. I just don't have the time to be active on all the sites, or I'd never get any modeling done. Joel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aigore Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 YES I AM GUILTY OF THAT..I only built three all this time... :crying2:/> Still waiting for that Hunter build you talked about on my very first WIP Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jennings Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Meanwhile others have 1,000s of posts, but never seem to do any actual modeling <_</> Some of whom are busy producing the products you enjoy using when *you* build models... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rex Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Jennings, you and that group you mention should be given credit as builders. Every decal sheet, resin part, Photo etch set, conversion kit, or short run model I own I think of as me buying something that one of you guys "built". I think the guys that chat with us on forums and write and sell books should be included in that group as well. I have been doing the Scalemates stash thing the last couple of days. In the process of doing that, I have had my eyes opened to how many projects I would either not be able to do,,,or that would be very difficult or time consuming to do if I had to do every part of it all myself. I don't think the "cottage industry" gets enough credit for the way they have expanded this hobby. It would be possible to "do it all" without them,,,,,,,,but, it sure would take longer. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RKic Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 YES I AM GUILTY OF THAT..I only built three all this time... :crying2:/> And I imagine somebody of your lively character would produce a fun to read build thread. You're depriving us all of a good read, and yourself of what really is a fun hobby. Go on, try it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HOLMES Posted September 15, 2014 Author Share Posted September 15, 2014 Still waiting for that Hunter build you talked about on my very first WIP Ah yes I buffed it..sanded it..smoothed it... Began building it.... Then a ARC member from Canada made a plea for so e HAWKER HUNTER parts for his Hunter. It's almost , I think 7 years ago, so I told him I was building a Hunter but a little innocuous comment from someone made ME think CRIKEY!! So being a tad insulted and hurt I told the gentleman from Canada he could have ALL of MY HUNTER;and although I had started it I sent it to this man, who I think was grateful.... But goodness he never signed on ever again and has never recontacted ME to say he'd finished his HUNTER.. But I didn't mind... So Aigore. That is what became of MY Hunter.... HOLMES. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HOLMES Posted September 15, 2014 Author Share Posted September 15, 2014 I think the gentleman was TC8271.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DarkJester Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 (edited) Interesting. I normally don't post. I do see your point though. I think some forums won't let you see pics, or PM etc. without being a member. Also, When forums have been up for a while there are those that have already formed relationships, or have become the "regulars". A lot of the time I feel like I came to the party late, and I don't wish to rehash things that have already been discussed. Come to think of it though, I seem to talk a lot in real life... Well, that's a little trip into my Psyche I wasn't ready for. Thanks for that. :)/> Oh and sometimes my humor gets lost between my head and the post. Itsweird Jester Edited September 15, 2014 by DarkJester Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Joel_W Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Jester, Unless you were a member when the forum was 1st started, the rest of us as you said "came to the party late". That certainly holds true for me. I started off slowly only offering my opinions on topics that I was comfortable with, as well as posting my builds in threads. Slowly, I became a more active member. I got to know many of the "regulars" and they got to know me, and the level of my model building. That's the fun of being a member. If most members just lurked, there wouldn't be much to read, observe, and learn from. Joel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aigore Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Ah yes I buffed it..sanded it..smoothed it... Began building it.... Then a ARC member from Canada made a plea for so e HAWKER HUNTER parts for his Hunter. :rolleyes:/> It's almost , I think 7 years ago, so I told him I was building a Hunter but a little innocuous comment from someone made ME think CRIKEY!! So being a tad insulted and hurt :crying:/> I told the gentleman from Canada he could have ALL of MY HUNTER;and although I had started it I sent it to this man, who I think was grateful.... But goodness he never signed on ever again and has never recontacted ME to say he'd finished his HUNTER.. But I didn't mind... :rofl:/> So Aigore. That is what became of MY Hunter.... :whistle:/> :tease:/> HOLMES. :485c3a61:/> LoL now that was a Hunter that went far :P Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HOLMES Posted September 16, 2014 Author Share Posted September 16, 2014 Some very reasonable explanations and I appreciate the replies... Aigore, yes once ONE is told that ONE is useless at something and especially you put your heart and soul into it to be torn down well it does put you off but I don't have time any way as I am always busy. yep that MUST BE THE FURTHEST that HUNTER Flew... Aigore your Hunter did look AMAZING... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DarkJester Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Jester, Unless you were a member when the forum was 1st started, the rest of us as you said "came to the party late". That certainly holds true for me. I started off slowly only offering my opinions on topics that I was comfortable with, as well as posting my builds in threads. Slowly, I became a more active member. I got to know many of the "regulars" and they got to know me, and the level of my model building. That's the fun of being a member. If most members just lurked, there wouldn't be much to read, observe, and learn from. Joel I totally agree. I will make an effort to post more, and respond to things. See, I already have! Twice. Jester Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Joel_W Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I totally agree. I will make an effort to post more, and respond to things. See, I already have! Twice. Jester Jester, Congrats !! And how about posting some pictures of your builds in the Display Case forum? It's really a lot of fun. Joel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bill Ficner Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 (edited) Now I'm up to 160 posts in 11 years here, and no better rates on the other sites I visit. I have learned a lot over the years on line, and contribute when needed. I have been able to help modelers along the way, and that's enough for me. Bill Edited September 18, 2014 by Bill Ficner Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nfiler Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Well, that old statement about: Sometimes it is better to keep your mouth shut and let people suspect you are stupid, than to open it and prove them right. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
vvac201 Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Meanwhile others have 1,000s of posts, but never seem to do any actual modeling <_</> Why have thousands when you can have (loud fanfare) un-millions? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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