Custom Painter, Jeff Sohn

I believe last month he stated on this forum that he will be taking a hiatus from painting...

I know I tried to get him to do a job since last fall, I've finally given up.  I'm shopping for a custom painter, I'm finally convinced he's not going to do the job.

I contacted him about two months ago and he said he would be out of the loop for a while.  He did not specify a time frame. 

First, thanks to everyone, especially all of my past and present customers. I've enjoyed working on custom paint jobs for many years. However, our 3 boys are so busy right now in sports, I do not have any additional time to devote to this portion of the hobby. In light of this, I'm not taking any new projects, at least for several months. I am going to finish the few projects I have in my shop now, and then hold off for a few months.

I have a backlog of emails to respond to, and certainly appreciate everyone's interest. But at this point in time, I'm putting my boys and their activities at the head of the list.

Thanks again to everyone. 

Jeff

Thank you for all of your works of art that you have done for me in the past.  Family is the most important thing and the hobby can wait.  We will be here when your ready to get back in it.

Jeff,

You certainly have your priorities in the correct order. Enjoy your boys to the fullest while you can.

All the best,

Jeff, you are on the right track ...really.  You did a great job on the MOPAC E6 for me that it is the envy of my club.

Enjoy B-N.  I went to school there (IWU '80) and had a great time in the community.

It's grown so much, but is still a great cornopolis.

Jeff:

Your family comes first and I am sure everyone fully understands your position. Just let us all know when you get back in the loop.

Jeff, Good Luck with all the things the boys are into. Thank you for your friendship and all the wonderful projects that you have done for Alex,Chad and I. Please let us know when you a re going to be back into the hobby.

You are doing the right thing for your family. You special talent will be missed by the hobby.

Jeff,

You made the right decision for your family. All the guys on here will tell you that these are the very best years of your life doing things with your kids. You can make such a big difference in their lives by being involved in their activities, and you only get one chance in life to be a great dad.

Thank you for the little job you did for me a year ago in custom painting a little red and yellow A. C. & Y. caboose. I love it! (Akron, Canton & Youngstown)

Best wishes,

Bill

Jeff:

As a happy customer, I wish you the best. Enjoy your sons as the years go by too quickly.

All,

An excellent painter for all scales is a gentleman by the name of Marc Paradis. Marc just finished a project for the Atlas Model Railroad Company in O Scale which we’re very satisfied with. Marc’s phone and e-mail are listed below, thanks.

Jerry Kimble – Atlas Model Railroad Company

Marc Paradis 1-610-432-6389

lv.custompainting@verizon.net

Hey Jeff,

How is your Vette running?  I just got mine out of storage.  She had the clay bar treatment, got detailed and is ready to go.  I may put her on the road tomorrow if it doesn't rain.

I look forward to usuing your skills once you get back into operation.

Best wishes,

Norm

Hey Jeff....excellent decision ....I support your priorities.

Yinz Country music fans have no doubt heard Phil Vassar's ballad "Don't Miss Your Life".....there's a lot of truth in that song. 

Your kids are only kids for a little while, then all of a sudden they are grown up and asking you to look after the grandkids for a few hours......just as my wife and I did today. Hard to believe how fast time passes....sigh.

At any rate....be a good Dad...you'll never regret it, and besides....to kids..... Time= Love      not money or 'things"......Tom in Picksburgh

Way to go Jeff, your family is more important then the money you can earn making toy trains pretty.

I had to make a decision to pass up big money jobs travelling so I could be at home with my son as he was growing up. The lower income did hurt but we managed to make ends meet. All said and done I think it was a good choice, I'm close to my son and he has turned into a fine young man.

So God Bless buddy, let us know when your ready to work your art.