Three well-known UK figure sculptors, Alan and Michael Perry and Brian Nelson, recently flew half-way round the world specially to visit the Kapiti Fusiliers, and to squeeze in a little work for Peter Jackson on the side.

Well, that's not strictly true - maybe they flew here to work for Peter Jackson and visited us on the side! But, whatever, we were most honoured to be able to spend a very sociable evening in Wellington with these celebrities of the wargaming world.

All three are sculptors for Games Workshop, and the Perry twins are also well-known for their own Perry Miniatures line. It was a real privilege to be able to glean advice from these top sculptors, as well as to share views about the hobby from both sides of the world.

Pre-dinner drinks at the Malt House. From left - Fusiliers Greg, Peter, and Derek, Alan Perry, Fusilier Rhys. In the background it is just possible to make out Fusilier Terry, Doug from the new Wargames Supply shop, Brian Nelson and Michael Perry.

Brian Nelson and Michael Perry in deep conversation with Fusilier Brian.

Meal at the Yangtze Restaurant. Circling round the table from the left, we see Fusiliers Terry and Brian, Alan Perry, Brian Nelson, Michael Perry, Fusiliers Scott and Rhys (and arms belonging to Fusiliers Peter and Greg).

Micahel Perry signs Fusilier Scott's copy of Warhammer Ancient Battles, whilst Brian Nelson and Alan Perry wait their turn. The honour of having his book signed must have totally flumoxxed Scott, as he got himself well and truly lost on the way home.

The Perry twins brandish their "specially named" glasses! Thanks Alan, Brian and Michael for providing us with such an informative and entertaining evening.