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Argama Academy May 2026 - Now with Two Levels of classes!
Introducing back our long-awaited Argama Academy! Learn to build, in-person guidance/lecture by professional/contest-winning builders!
Now with the introduction of two levels for Intermediate, and total beginners.
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Argama Academy - Gunpla Fundamentals
Start your gunpla hobby journey with guidance and learn proper technique and concepts from award-winning professionals!
In this course you will be able to learn properly how to work on a gunpla to achieve the good level of finishing quality and to avoid any unnecessary mistakes along the way - The fundamentals to let you enjoy this hobby for many years to come!
Outline of the course:
- Overview of the gunpla building process and knowledge of essential tools
- Tackling nub marks, seamlines and mold line
- Handling panel lines
- Applying stickers and/or decals
- A final touch - top coating
- Showcasing your build - fundamental on posing
Prerequisite:
- None! We only need your passion!
Duration of the course:
- 2 classes (normally once a week or once every alternate weeks)
- Each class approx. 90mins
Class size:
- 10 Max (min of 5 to start the course)
Age Requirement
- 8 or above (students below 12 must be accompanied by adults)
What to bring to the class
- A simple Bandai high-grade (HG) or any Bandai entry-grade (EG) model kits of your choice (or you can purchase at our store at 10% off!)
- No need to bring tools - we will provide the essential tools for building
Date for classes:
May 17
May 31
Time:
4:00PM - 5:30PM
Gunpla Fundamentals Instructor: Benjamin Chue
"My name is Benjamin Chue. You can call me Ben.
I have been obsessed with building Gundam since childhood, having constructed over ten different versions of the RX-78-2 alone. My passion for art led me to learn airbrushing in high school, which I quickly transitioned onto model kits. Although a move to Canada briefly paused my hobby due to limited supplies, I dove back in around 2010 and began competing online.
My dedication has earned several awards, including 3rd place in the HLJ 2013 'Playing with Plamo' (Intermediate), 2nd place in the 2017 Advanced category, and a Runner-Up finish in the 'Weathered vs. Clean' online competition. Most recently, my build 'Turn of a Tide' took 3rd place in the GBWC Canada (Over 21 category). The build represents the culmination of my experience. While I value the fundamentals—clean nub removal, seamline work, water slides application and precision panel lining—I also push into advanced territory, like proportion modification, kit-bashing and complex diorama construction As an instructor at Argama Academy, I am excited to share these techniques. I look forward to building alongside my students, fostering their creativity, and sharing the knowledge I’ve gathered over the years."
For more information for Benjamin Chue, click here
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Argama Academy - Model Building Step-Up
Want to take your straight build into the next level to be showcasing-worthy? Seeing all the nice build online and don't know how to do it? Watching all the how-to videos online but still feel intimidated to start? Bumping into problems during self-learning and feeling frustrated? This course is for you!
In this small-group focused course you will be able to learn proper techniques on painted builds from professionals. They will guide you along the way, show you tips and tricks, and point out any points for improvement immediately so that your journey to a professional looking build will be an enjoyable one!
Outline of the course:
- Seam line removal, gluing & sanding
- Airbrush fundamentals
- Priming & main color application
- Masking techniques
- Shadowing & highlighting
- Basic hand brushing for fine details
- Intro to chipping, weathering & damage effects
- Basic kit bashing
Prerequisite:
- Already have experience in completing straight gunpla build, or completing a traditional kit with use of cement, or
- Completed Argama Academy - Gunpla Fundamentals course
Duration of the course:
- 4 classes (normally once a week or once every alternate weeks)
- Each class approx. 90mins
Class size:
- 4 Max (min of 3 to start the course)
Age Requirement
- 15+
What to bring to the class
- Bandai Master Grade Kits (or similar level kits) of your choice
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Your own tools to complete the build, for example:
- Cement
- Nippers
- Art Knife
- Sanding tools
- Scribing tools
- Paints
- We will provide airbrushing equipment
Student perks
- 10% discount when purchasing items from our store during the course
- 10 hours of free spray booth and airbrush usage during the course
Date for classes:
May 9
May 16
May 23
May 30
Time:
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Model Building Step-Up Instructor: Joe Chu
"Hi, I’m Joe! I’ve been building kits for 30 years and haven't stopped since. My background includes professional training with N. Maker and being featured in the Assemble book series. Before moving to Canada, I ran my own studio in Hong Kong for two years, where I specialized in teaching Gunpla techniques to builders of all levels. After a short period helping out here at Argama Hobby, I’m looking forward to helping you take your builds to the next level."
For more information for Joe Chu, click here
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For more information you can see our dedicated Argama Academy page here
For further inquiries please contact cs@argamahobby.com or reach us at (416) 665-7228