Congratulations Brian, you've acquires a lot of knowledge and experience with many years of modelling and research...I've no doubt Omar aspires to reach your level of expertise, there's not much evidence in his building/ painting skills, enthusiasm and interest to the contrary, rather all the necessary ingredients I'd say to be a fine modeller.....he obviously enjoys the hobby the way he's proceeding now.....my 40+ or so years modelling has shown how people evolve, learn, and grow with it...I was very fortunate indeed it seems to have my enthusiasm nurtured with friendly critisim in the form of advice, information and tips, etc......