Members of the Bay Area Engine Modelers club create some outstanding model engines. The group also collectively received the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2016.
![Fred Heim](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/HeimPic1-125x125.jpg)
Fred Heim (2012)
Miniature construction equipment—if you can call 1/2 scale “miniature.” Winner of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2012.
![Iqbal Ahmed](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/AhmedPic-125x125.jpg)
Iqbal Ahmed (2012)
Model engineering from India. Winner of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2012.
![Louis Chenot](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/ChenotPic-125x125.jpg)
Louis Chenot (2009, 2011)
A running scale model Duesenberg, and other fine scale models. Winner of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2009, and the Craftsman of the Decade Award for 2011.
![Szymon Klimek](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/KlimekPic-125x125.jpg)
Szymon Klimek (2009)
Miniature model engineering, art, or jewelry—you decide. Winner of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2009.
![Ron Chernich](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/RonChernichPortrait-125x125.jpg)
Ron Chernich (2007)
Sharing a wealth of engine building knowledge through Model Engine News. Winner of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2007.
![Robert and Frances Washburn](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Washburn-125x125.jpg)
Robert and Frances Washburn (2007)
The couple’s magazine, Strictly I.C., informed and inspired many engine builders. Winners of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2007.
![Augie Hiscano](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/AugiesShop-125x125.jpg)
Augie Hiscano (2006)
Multiple “Best of Show” winning model cars. Winner of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2006.
![Kozo Hiraoka](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Hiraoka1-125x125.jpg)
Kozo Hiraoka (2005)
Steam train models and plans from Japan. Winner of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2005.
![Bob Shores](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/BobShores1-125x125.jpg)
Bob Shores (2004)
A master I.C. engine builder who made his plans and kits available for all enthusiasts. Winner of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2004.
![Rudy Kouhoupt](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Rudy-125x125.jpg)
Rudy Kouhoupt (2003)
A prolific modeler and well-known designer who published many plans for others to build. Winner of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for 2003.
![Philip Mattson](https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Mattson1-125x125.jpg)
Philip Mattson (2002)
Museum quality model ships, and ships in bottles. Winner of the Joe Martin Foundation Lifetime Achievement Achievement Award for 2002.