Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦

He/Him, Professional Modelmaker & general creator/maker of things. Technician Demonstrator on @AUBmodelmaking #techniciansPOV #ModelmakersGarden

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

This is me @Jonathan_Hoyle
Professional Modelmaker
Full time Geek
Part time human
Amateur Gardener
Ex Firefighter & Crew Manager
PTSD survivor
I teach people how to make anything
I make stuff here @prop_maker_uk
I make paint tiny people here @the40kmodeller

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

For one reason or another it's been a while, but the #Modelmakersgarden is back. A busy few hours sorting out cucumbers, garlic, lettuce, tomatoes, strawberries and potatoes.

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

I'm a maker and I love tools. Here's my latest find to add to the collection, needs a bit if a clean up but I can't wait to use this hand cranked pillar drill.

[Thorp Modelmaking Archive @thorparchiveaub]

This incredibly detailed 1938 model is of Giles Gilbert Scott's design of the plinth for William Reid Dick's sculpture of King George V in Westminster. The ornate canopy was never built after being criticised for drawing attention away from the statue itself.

[Thorp Modelmaking Archive @thorparchiveaub]

This stunning 1927 working model of the old London Bridge waterwheel still operates. Built by John Thorp as part of his Old London series of models, it used to be coin operated.

[Thorp Modelmaking Archive @thorparchiveaub]

We are delighted to announce that Thorp Modelmakers have now entrusted 7 models made by John Thorp himself into our care as part of the Thorp Archive here at @inspiredAUB. Dating between 1915 and 1938 these stunning artefacts are incredibly valuable pieces of modelmaking history.

[Thorp Modelmaking Archive @thorparchiveaub]

Hmm…so what is happening here? Find out tomorrow… #archives #architecturalmodels

[Thorp Modelmaking Archive @thorparchiveaub]

More unwrapping…find out more tomorrow

[Models for Heroes @modelsforheroes]

To celebrate 5 years of Models for Heroes the @BFPS_justask are publishing a commemorative cover featuring a special handstamp created just for the anniversary. A limited number will be signed by @almurray #modelmaking #Stamps https://t.co/W6BcuMnAa9

[Models for Heroes @modelsforheroes]

Nearly 5 years ago we started Models for Heroes to provide a meaningful activity to our bravest. To celebrate, @BFPS_justask are creating collectible stamp cover and hand stamp design exclusively for Models for Heroes. Available from the 7th July.

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

@aubmodelmaking Well done Issy.

[Dr David Lund @davidjohnlund]

Proudly launching the second volume of the @aubmodelmaking student journal Catalyst at #newbladesshow today. Makers are also thinkers!

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

...and then did this in the #Modelmakersgarden on Sunday.

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

Well I did this in the #Modelmakersgarden on Saturday...

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

Tidying up always has to start somewhere. It's nice to get out in the #ModelmakersGarden again.

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

The last few days have been quite productive in the #ModelmakersGarden
Tomatoes, Peppers, Strawberries, Leaks, lots of seeds under glass and Cucumbers. Let's see what the crops like later in the year.

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

Once an old pantry, now my new under stairs reading nook. A place to read, relax and just be. Happy with how it's turned out.

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

Haven't posted in a while, here's the first tweet of 2022. The sky above the #ModelmakersGarden. Have a good evening everyone.

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

The newest edition to the #ModelmakersGarden. A monster of a fern.

[Jon Hoyle 🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦 @Jonathan_Hoyle]

Wood burner is in & throws out more than enough heat for the whole house, the solar panels make over 50% of my electricity. Next step house battery, save the solar when I'm at work use it in the evening. With a few more bits & pieces, off grid or almost off grid looks possible.