I remember the days when ALVAMA could barely draw a destroyer and was one of the more annoying kids on the forum -- unlike the rest of them he has mightily improved and now (in my opinion) is the best artist on Shipbucket. What's more is that he has always had a good attitude and has never caused any problems (other than submitting hundreds of drawings!!), is always nice and friendly and eager to help people out... and on top of that he draws like a madman.
Mr. van Maanen, you truly are the Greatest Shipbucket Artist Of All Time.