JeffP Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Great photos.........but there's something about the light that shows they are digital. No way did you usually get light like that on a steam shed! It's almost Provencale.....Vincent would love it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
N15class Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 (edited) They are lovely photos. But to much computer work done. The dark shadows have all been lightened so they no longer look as your eyes see. Unfortunately over work of photos is far to common. Next time you look at real locos just note how dark parts in the shadows really are. Edited for repeating myself. Edited September 5, 2014 by N15class Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
81A Oldoak Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 There is a tendency to over-sharpen and lighten digital photos in the editing shop. I always try to get the exposure and composition right when I take the shot rather rely on editing to correct faults. I suppose the discipline of almost 25 years of shooting colour transparencies instilled that sort of discipline. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted September 5, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 5, 2014 There is a tendency to over-sharpen and lighten digital photos in the editing shop. I always try to get the exposure and composition right when I take the shot rather rely on editing to correct faults. I suppose the discipline of almost 25 years of shooting colour transparencies instilled that sort of discipline. I wonder if there's a tendency for the big publishing houses to treat all subject matter the same. Models (human variety) and food seem to be brightly lit and the Photoshoped to an unreal degree. We generally want models (train variety) to look realistic which demands IMO subdued colours and a more subtle approach. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted September 5, 2014 Author Share Posted September 5, 2014 If you can guys try and get to Wycrail in November and see it in flesh, il be there with the new owner Here's an image taken at the NEWGOG show and was one of my favourites 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
N15class Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 If you can guys try and get to Wycrail in November and see it in flesh, il be there with the new ownerimage.jpg Here's an image taken at the NEWGOG show and was one of my favourites Now that is a much better image. Colours and contrast much nicer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted September 5, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 5, 2014 Now that is a much better image. Colours and contrast much nicer. But how is that going to stand out in WHS and wow the punters ;-p Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted September 5, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 5, 2014 If you can guys try and get to Wycrail in November and see it in flesh, il be there with the new ownerimage.jpg Here's an image taken at the NEWGOG show and was one of my favourites I'll be there helping a friend exhibition Diesels in the Duchy (EM), so should see it. So something to look forward to. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted September 5, 2014 Author Share Posted September 5, 2014 Great I've been looking forward to seeing DID so il nip over and have a look Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 838rapid Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Hi Steve,I am just about to start having an experiment at ballasting with kiln dried sand,any chance you could run through how you did it in this layout,as I want to try and achieve a similar effect,also could you explain the use of the talc please. Kind regards Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted September 10, 2014 Author Share Posted September 10, 2014 Ok first up paint a thin layer of PVA on the board right up to track level. Finely sprinkle the sand down. I then give it a fine mist spray of water. For a shed area you can then build this up first by giving the dry sand another mist coat of water then sprinkle the sand again. I use a kids Medicine syringe with the normal diluted PVA to drip the glue over it all evenly. You can build this up as much as you like and if doing a shed sand inside the track don't use ballast. For the talc, give the area you want to treat a good coat of the PVA mixture then sprinkle on the talcum powder and work it in to the glue with the back of a spoon or your thumb. Be quite liberal with the talc. Once dry spray with matt black spray and weather with black weathering powders. For a larger area you can use other not so dark spray, JLTRT track dirt is a good one for this. You can blend from one to the other. Any thing else mate I can help with just let me know 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 838rapid Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Thanks Steve. Shall have a go and see how I get on. I tried dried clay and all I achieved was a mess. It's fun learning new skills,Thanks for your help and support. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted September 10, 2014 Author Share Posted September 10, 2014 You got my number mate, always happy to lend a hand Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 838rapid Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Will set you on my speed dial,only kidding. Thanks for your support. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
two tone green Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 Great layout in the flesh and in print. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobster Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 Hi All - Where can I get Kiln Dried Sand for use in the depot/shed area - Can you get smallish bags ?. Cheers, Bob. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted October 7, 2014 Author Share Posted October 7, 2014 Builders merchant so not a small bag, or kids sand pit sand usually smaller bags Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simond Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Steve Finally got round to reading the thread from top to tail Really enjoyed it, and will shamelessly copy your ground cover techniques when Porth Dinllaen's shed takes shape! It really is bl%dy good. Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted October 10, 2014 Author Share Posted October 10, 2014 Steve Finally got round to reading the thread from top to tail Really enjoyed it, and will shamelessly copy your ground cover techniques when Porth Dinllaen's shed takes shape! It really is bl%dy good. Simon No problem mate, it is easy to do and the results are good. I will be employing more of the same on Ranelagh Bridge once all the track is down 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted November 1, 2014 Author Share Posted November 1, 2014 Wycrail today Great show and venue. More superb comments, really makes me want to get on with RB Il add a pic a day as this is probably Cantons last show, it will now be residing in a more permanent home and should develop as part of a bigger layout. 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 2ManySpams Posted November 2, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 2, 2014 Loved the gloom, clutter and general filth. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium TrevorP1 Posted November 2, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 2, 2014 Came across this old photo tucked away in a shoebox... 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted November 2, 2014 Author Share Posted November 2, 2014 Wow what a shot! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted November 2, 2014 Author Share Posted November 2, 2014 I am beginning to think 70019 might just be the most photographed 7mm Brit Ever!! 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted November 3, 2014 Author Share Posted November 3, 2014 70019 again 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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