Trireme Andreia
Catalina 36
Constitution
C&C 32
C&C 39
Dutch Galleon
Convict Ship Hadlow
Half Hulls & Models
Jeanneau 440
Jeanneau 54 DS
Indefatigable
Marauder 50 SS
Morgan 384
Newfoundland
Niagara
Ontario
Oyster 82
Phantom 48
President
Queen Anne's Rev.
Restoration
Shamrock V
Simoom
Vanguard
Viking Longship
Yachts & Sailboats
Ship Database
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Reviews and Client Testimonials
"I had the pleasure of commissioning John to build a model of the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54DS, and I am delighted to share my experience. From start to finish, the process was extremely rewarding, marked by meticulous attention to detail, professionalism, and an exceptional level of craftsmanship. The delicate aesthetic touches beautifully highlight the emotional attachment we have to the original boat.
"All unwrapped and in perfect shape...one figurine needed a little glue, but is put back together.
Andreia is INCREDIBLE>>>OUTSTANDING>>>A WOW!!! You are a master boatbuilder....don't know
How you put it all together. This one knocks your socks off!
Thank you"
"John does tremendous work and clearly has a passion for his work. I recently bought his Viking Longboat plans and his attention to detail is remarkable! The plans are easy to read, and each individual part has been thoughtfully designed to create a truly beautiful finished model that is true to time period and construction. I look forward to building more of his models in the future."
"A remarkable build by a precision boat model artist! Every minor detail is brought to life with exact scale.
In my opinion the best model builder/ craftsman in the world. Exceptionally done.. and certainly worth every bit of the wait. WOW.. incredible!!!"
"John: thanks so much for your wonderful craftsmanship on the HMS Bounty.
Your repairs have her looking good as new - and I can't tell you how much I appreciated you taking the time to do it right the first time!"
"We have finally unpacked her and I
have to say she is stunning!!! The pictures you sent didn't do her
justice! Wow! We are all totally blown away. Thank you so so much!"
"Finally got down to Florida to see
your fantastic model of Amazing Grace-- "Exceeds all expectations!"
Many thanx for a truly superb execution of my Bruckmann Blue Star
29.9."
"I received the Pelig kit ordered. It arrived almost as quickly as an item shipped in the US.
The packaging was excellent. I am very pleased with the service. The quality of the kit is excellent as well, and a great choice to have in your inventory.
Thank you! I have bookmarked your website."
"The custom model of our Morgan 384
is absolutely breathtaking. Even though I saw the progress via the
photos you sent me, the finished piece is truly unbelievable. My husband
was very, very happily surprised."
"John, thank you again for applying
your fine skill, dedication and efforts to our SS Newfoundland project.
It was a great success and we are thrilled by your result."
"I'm speechless, John. And for me, that
doesn't happen often! It is absolutely beautiful. You are truly a
craftsman."
"Arrived in perfect condition. Great
Job. Thank you for all your work."
"The HMS Diana arrived safe and sound
today! The ship is simply, well...there are no words to describe how
delighted I am with the finished museum quality work! She is absolutely
beautiful and the craftmanship is above and beyond expectations! I
can tell you the ship was well worth the wait."
"My wife and I brought you a very tired
ship model made by her father when he was in the Navy. Not only was
the model looking tired, but very dirty and with sails rotted away,
plus a bag of parts that had fallen off over the years. We hoped it
might be brought back to something good enough to give to our son,
who was named after his grandfather and is also serving in the Navy.
You returned something so wonderful we could hardly believe our eyes.
Your creative restoration is absolutely wonderful. Thank you. Thank
you. Thank you."
"Your models are prominently displayed
in our shop window and command a lot of attention."
"It is here! And it is beautiful! There
is absolutely no damage, and I am absolutely satisfied! Thanks."
"For anyone even remotely thinking of
having a replica ship built, you will find none better than John Andela
at the Art of Age of Sail. You get honesty, integrity and confidence
in investment. You get exceptional research into authenticity of every
part of the vessel. The detail in workmanship in everything from planking
to paint is perfect. All this takes alot of hours, weeks and months.
BUT the work of art is worth the wait. Simply Fabulous!"
"I was the one that asked John to do
the HMS Ontario. The project took over a year, but was well worth
the wait. A fairly small scale model (1:64), but John's attention
to the "smallest" detail is extraordinary. And his sense of humour
is second-to-none! As far as I know, this is the first model of the
HMS Ontario based on the actual, recently discovered wreck. Truly
a work of Art, worthy of a centre stage place in any Maritime Museum.
Many, many thanks..."
"I was very impressed with this model
that you did for friends of mine. As the former owner of this vessel,
it was a joy for me to see the detail and authenticity, truly amazing!
I forwarded photographs of the model to some of my sailing friends
and now we all want one of our respective sailboats!"
"Just a quick note to express how incredibly
impressed I am with the model. It is just amazing. Thanks ever so
much for your professional work on every detail."
"Mark and I are both very impressed.
It's really very good."
"I just unpacked it and it looks great.
I don't know how you can part with your finished pieces. The sails
have just the right amount of aging and the ship looks "Ship Shape"
The workmanship is impressive as well as the rigging. Final inspection
is a big PASS."
"Wow!!!! The yacht looks fantastic!!!!
You are a very skilled craftsman."
"It's a beautiful model. Thank you for
a job well done."
"I like the model very much. Congratulations!"
"Spectacular C&C 40 model. Your
model is truly artful in its detail and proportion. I think your work
is stunning."
"Well, I'm speachless. Your art, for
that is what it is, is beautiful!!! Thank you so much for everything.
My father is going to be beyond thrilled."
"My Husband LOVED the boat and it was
a great surprise! It worked out exactly how I planned and his reaction
was as I'd hoped - a VERY unique gift! Everyone is impressed and it
looks wonderful up on the mantel."
"I compare your models to replicas of
the interested boats that I saw recently at the boat show in Genova,
a big difference!"
"The ship is simply spectacular and
now graces the top of the credenza behind my desk for all to admire"
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