Tricky Posted June 19, 2017 Author Share Posted June 19, 2017 The aforementioned 'Rusty' trying to distract Ned but he's having none of it. No sign of Frank yet..obviously not in any hurry... 17 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted June 21, 2017 Author Share Posted June 21, 2017 A little arty shot of a couple of signs recently planted. There's a prototype for the trespass sign... 14 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
L&Y Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 There are modelers and there are artists. I think you fall into the latter. I see you have great skill in painting your models. Thanks for sharing. I need all the help I can get! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted June 23, 2017 Author Share Posted June 23, 2017 So, today I finished the wall previously referred to, which forms the entrance to the loco yard and PW Department. The 'enamel' signs are the usual trade offering but before I cut them out I sprayed them with car cellulose lacquer. Once dry this was burnished with a fibreglass pen. This gives them a subtle sheen rather than the high gloss of photo paper. The edges where gone over with felt pen as well. On the brickwork I tried something slightly different; after the usual painting of mortar colour, followed by brick colour, followed by picking out a few for contrast, I washed over the whole wall with thinned satin stain-varnish. This gives the brickwork a slight sheen as seen on the prototype, particularly Victorian civil engineering brickwork. Next is some vegetation around the notice board behind the spear fencing and the roadway. 12 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BlueLightning Posted June 23, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 23, 2017 That looks great! It is such a realistic scene. The only problem is that wall seems to be teasing us with a nice bit of Crimson poking over the top!!!! Gary Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted June 23, 2017 Author Share Posted June 23, 2017 That looks great! It is such a realistic scene. The only problem is that wall seems to be teasing us with a nice bit of Crimson poking over the top!!!! Gary Deliberate teasing...!! Although she's the same open cab in my first post, but rather effective positioning I thought... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BlueLightning Posted June 23, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 23, 2017 Very effective positioning. I think the top of the loco really adds to the scene as a whole. Gary Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Compound2632 Posted June 23, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 23, 2017 What can one say other than 'up to your usual standard'? 'Commit no Nuisance' - wonderful. Is that a Midland sign? If so, not one I've come across before. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 What can one say other than 'up to your usual standard'? 'Commit no Nuisance' - wonderful. Is that a Midland sign? If so, not one I've come across before. Hi compound2632, thanks for your kind comments. The 'Commit No Nuisance ' isn't Midland, it's a rather quaint sign I found whilst Googling inspiration for road signs...! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edwardian Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 I love this layout. These are scenes into which one could walk. They don't look miniature, they just look real. Of how many layouts, even really good ones, can you say that? Excellently observed and executed as ever. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 I love this layout. These are scenes into which one could walk. They don't look miniature, they just look real. Of how many layouts, even really good ones, can you say that? Excellently observed and executed as ever. Thanks Edwardian,To be honest, it's comments like yours and others that spur me on. I have discovered a whole new aspect to this modelling lark since coming on this forum; I used to enjoy modelling for my own benefit for sure, but now the pleasure I derive from it is hugely more satisfying when it can be shared with other like-minded souls such as your good self. Richard 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Rich Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Thanks Edwardian, To be honest, it's comments like yours and others that spur me on. I have discovered a whole new aspect to this modelling lark since coming on this forum; I used to enjoy modelling for my own benefit for sure, but now the pleasure I derive from it is hugely more satisfying when it can be shared with other like-minded souls such as your good self. Richard I for one am really happy you decided to share, your modelling skills are nothing short of inspirational. John 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium t-b-g Posted June 24, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 24, 2017 I love this layout. These are scenes into which one could walk. They don't look miniature, they just look real. Of how many layouts, even really good ones, can you say that? Excellently observed and executed as ever. As one clever sod once said when I told him that his model railway looked real. "It is real, just small" 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted June 24, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 24, 2017 I must say Trickers, old chap, I am intrigued by the glimpse offered of the control panel. Any chance of a photo ? Has a touch of the Jules Verne about it what with the combination of stained wood and polished metal.... Rob. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted June 24, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 24, 2017 (edited) Sorry for the hi-jack, Tricky. Further to my last, I rather hanker after a similar layout but in 4mm, based in or around Bristol, pre-grouping, preferably pre WW1. I have come across a few photos whilst digging about ( too haphazard to be refered to as 'research'...!) 'Somewhere in Bristol' Rob. Edited June 24, 2017 by nhy581 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 I must say Trickers, old chap, I am intrigued by the glimpse offered of the control panel. Any chance of a photo ? Has a touch of the Jules Verne about it what with the combination of stained wood and polished metal.... Rob. Hi Rob, photos attached as requested. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 Sorry for the hi-jack, Tricky. Further to my last, I rather hanker after a similar layout but in 4mm, based in or around Bristol, pre-grouping, preferably pre WW1. I have come across a few photos whilst digging about ( too haphazard to be refered to as 'research'...!) 'Somewhere in Bristol' Rob. They are great photos, very atmospheric. I haven't seen any of them before. Would really enjoy seeing another pre-group layout...! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted June 24, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 24, 2017 Thanks, Tricky. I would like to progress a pre grouping layout once the current project is off the ground but it's not happening at the moment. Thanks for the image of the control panel. I have to say that it's totally in keeping with the layout as a whole. Very well put together. Almost eeathered to match the layout.... Another image. This time of Avon Wharf in Bristol. Loads( no pun intended !!) going on there. Rob. 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 Hi Rob, photos attached as requested. Of course, the trouble with this set-up is it was never intended to exhibit, and it never entered my head to do so, until recently. It is moveable but only in two bits, one of which is the main board of 8', and it is very heavy! I am considering entering it in the MRJ Cameo competition, if it qualifies (I have a feeling it's too big), but in the unlikely event of it winning, it would be difficult to exhibit it or run it. As you can see, all the controls are at the front, so an operator would be permanently in the way! Any thoughts or comments?? Maybe show it as a static display?! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Compound2632 Posted June 24, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 24, 2017 Thanks, Tricky. I would like to progress a pre grouping layout once the current project is off the ground but it's not happening at the moment. Thanks for the image of the control panel. I have to say that it's totally in keeping with the layout as a whole. Very well put together. Almost eeathered to match the layout.... Another image. This time of Avon Wharf in Bristol. Loads( no pun intended !!) going on there. Rob. Brilliant photo. Nearly every wagon is a D299 5-plank open with the exception of one S&DJR look-alike and a D305 3-plank dropside wagon. Good view of the MR barges too - I don't think I've seen a view showing the stern lettering before. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Northroader Posted June 24, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 24, 2017 The only problem with operating it from the front is you'll get covered in slobber when everyone comes and drools over it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted June 24, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 24, 2017 Of course, the trouble with this set-up is it was never intended to exhibit, and it never entered my head to do so, until recently. It is moveable but only in two bits, one of which is the main board of 8', and it is very heavy! I am considering entering it in the MRJ Cameo competition, if it qualifies (I have a feeling it's too big), but in the unlikely event of it winning, it would be difficult to exhibit it or run it. As you can see, all the controls are at the front, so an operator would be permanently in the way! Any thoughts or comments?? Maybe show it as a static display?! No issues with operating from the front. In fact it is the best location as you can stop and chat to people. Yes it is eligible. The fact its large is neither here or there in my book. The ease with which it can be shown is another matter. However, if it can be moved and shown, I have no doubt people will flock to see it. Rob. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium t-b-g Posted June 24, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 24, 2017 The only problem with either entering it into the cameo competition or exhibiting it is that it will show so many other layouts up! It is the sort of modelling that would cause me to make a special effort to get to a show to see, small or not. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted June 25, 2017 Author Share Posted June 25, 2017 No issues with operating from the front. In fact it is the best location as you can stop and chat to people. Yes it is eligible. The fact its large is neither here or there in my book. The ease with which it can be shown is another matter. However, if it can be moved and shown, I have no doubt people will flock to see it. Rob. Rob, I see you have entered the competition too...! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted June 25, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 25, 2017 Rob, I see you have entered the competition too...! Yes, but progress is slow. Not an issue given the competition deadline but as I am due to exhibit Mutton in January things are getting a tad pressing.......ho hum. Rob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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