Just Build It: A Double Spotlight on Liang Models and Upcoming Huntsville Show

An unexpected journey from Hong Kong to Texas formed the backbone
of Adam Coleman's story as he recounts how discovering airbrush
stencils abroad eventually led him to become the North
American distributor for Liang Models. What began with
worn-out stencils and an email inquiry transformed into a
passionate business venture connecting Chinese manufacturing
innovation with the American modeling community.

Coleman walks us through the fascinating evolution of Liang,
founded in 2019 by architect and senior modeling judge Yusheng
Liang. Their product line has expanded to approximately 90 items
across three core categories: vinyl airbrush stencils,
specialized modeling tools, and diorama accessories. The Zimmerit
tools rank as their bestsellers, but newer innovations like the
centered hole driller and handle bender showcase the thoughtful
engineering behind each product.

What distinguishes Liang from competitors is their commitment to
education. Each product features a QR code linking to
instructional videos, making complex techniques accessible to
modelers of all skill levels. Coleman's distribution philosophy
prioritizes geographic exclusivity for brick-and-mortar retailers
while supporting online vendors in different regions, creating a
collaborative rather than competitive marketplace.

The episode then pivots to an exciting preview of the 48th annual
Huntsville Plastic Model Society show scheduled for August
23rd. Tom Clark details how this well-established event has
evolved to embrace emerging trends like Gundam modeling with
expanded categories. With 62 vendor tables already sold out, food
trucks (including milkshakes!), and proximity to the famous Space
and Rocket Center, the show delivers a complete modeling
experience for attendees.

Whether you're interested in discovering innovative new modeling
tools or planning to attend what promises to be an outstanding
show in Alabama, this episode provides valuable insights into the
ever-evolving world of scale modeling. Ready to expand your
modeling toolkit or submit an entry to test your skills against
fellow enthusiasts? The opportunities await!
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