Without wishing to sound soppy, finishing these models has been strangely emotional. I could start by writing that this project started back in March 2026 when I began building the kits and things got properly underway. Or I could start with the day 5 years ago when I first had the idea to build these …
I don’t usually make models of crashes. There’s no particular reason, but I suppose they can sometimes be a little macabre (especially if the driver was injured). However, in this instance I was approached by a follower on Instagram last year to ask if I would build a diorama of Rubens Barrichello crashing at the …
I am delighted to announce that these dioramas are now available to purchase with free worldwide shipping. 10% of the proceeds from the sale of each diorama will be donated to UK Youth, a charity of which Nigel Mansell is President. UK Youth is a leading charity with a vision that all young people are equipped to thrive …
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For a long time the Lotus 95t was one of the few F1 cars from the 1980’s which was not available as a kit. There had been a kit issued back in the 80’s by Auto-Modelli HiFi, but that has been out of production for many years. I managed to get hold of one these …
This one has taken a lot of hard work and planning. Having really enjoyed the first part of the Mansell Trilogy, this time I have pushed myself to try and capture something a little different… a 1980’s turbo-powered F1 car in the rain at Monaco. Nigel Mansell in the Lotus 95t is another iconic moment …
I always look forward to the Goodwood Festival of Speed every year. There’s a lot to love about it.. the cars, the setting and (even sometimes) the lovely weather. But the thing I love most about it is being able to get close to the drivers who attend the annual event. As a small boy …
I am delighted to announce that these dioramas are now available to purchase with free worldwide shipping. 10% of the proceeds from the sale of each diorama will be donated to UK Youth, a charity of which Nigel Mansell is President. UK Youth is a leading charity with a vision that all young people are equipped …
Continue reading “AVAILABLE NOW – 1st Race, 1st Pole, 1st Win – Signed Nigel Mansell Diorama”
As far as I’m concerned, this is the big one. Most sport fans have a figure who inspired them and caught their imagination, resulting in their love of sport developing and growing. For me, that person was Nigel Mansell – when I saw him win the 1991 British Grand Prix as an 8-year-old boy he …
I’m so old, I can actually remember 1993. I can remember excitedly sitting around the television set to watch Nigel Mansell’s first ever Indy Car race – my dad had bought a satellite dish especially, and (as I recall), he’d bought it quite last minute… so instead of it being attached to the wall, it …
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Working on “The Flying Scot” dioramas during 2022 was a fantastic experience. In the spirit of openness and honesty, it was far harder than I’d thought it would be! It took more of my time than I’d anticipated, and with a young family that is a very difficult balance to strike. As with any new …
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