Bovey Tor

[Gedward]

Bovey Tor had its first collection this morn.

 

 

 

 

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[Gedward]

And a mono version.

 

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[MrWolf]

Most atmospheric, you can almost hear the cab of that BMC FG rusting furiously, just like the real thing did. 

[Gedward]

As I'm planning on creating a number of trees for Bovey Tor. Thought we'd start with this fine specimen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[Gedward]

Stage one.

 

 

 

 

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[Gedward]

 

First time using this method. On my last layout, 30 years ago, dried hydrangeas covered with Heki Flor was the order of the day.

[Graham T]

I like the technique, will watch this one with interest!

[Gedward]

At this stage, I feel I should point out that I'm following the methods shown in Gordon Gravett's excellent book.

 

[Gedward]

Disclaimer:

No trees were harmed during this project. We wish to point out that we have no connections with the Gravett family or their publishers. Other tree building methods are available. 

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[Gedward]

Still on stage one but I think it's getting there.

 

 

 

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[Gedward]

A different angle.

 

 

 

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[Gedward]

Think that's stage one complete.

 

 

 

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[Gedward]

And again.

 

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[Graham T]

Looking good, both the shape and the colour.

[Gedward]

47 minutes ago, Graham T said:

Looking good, both the shape and the colour.

 

Thanks, sometimes, no all the time, it looks quite different on screen. Hence me playing with lighting setups.

[Gedward]

Once more with feeling.

 

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[Graham T]

38 minutes ago, Gedward said:

 

Thanks, sometimes, no all the time, it looks quite different on screen. Hence me playing with lighting setups.

 

I always found it difficult to get good photos of my paintings.  Seemed to work best to take them outside and photograph in indirect natural light; but a bit difficult to do that with a layout!

[Gedward]

6 minutes ago, Graham T said:

 

I always found it difficult to get good photos of my paintings.  Seemed to work best to take them outside and photograph in indirect natural light; but a bit difficult to do that with a layout!

 

I did exactly that with most of my paintings. But even that can be a pain especially if you've varnished it. The weave in the canvas can create a nasty moire effect.

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[Brinkly]

Absolutely lovely little project: it just oozes the character of the location. I've really enjoyed reading (and learning) from your work. 

 

Very much looking forward to future updates.

 

All the very best,

 

Nick.

[Gedward]

3 minutes ago, Brinkly said:

Absolutely lovely little project: it just oozes the character of the location. I've really enjoyed reading (and learning) from your work. 

 

Very much looking forward to future updates.

 

All the very best,

 

Nick.

 

Many thanks for taking the time to walk through the whole thread. Your remarks are very encouraging.

[Gedward]

We've seen some new growth over the last few days.

 

 

 

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[Gedward]

Spring is here.

 

 

 

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[MrWolf]

Cracking job of arboriculture.

You may have a wait to get that shed door fixed. The chippies are still wombling about with the loco shed door at Little Muddle

They're getting free tea there too.

[Gedward]

2 minutes ago, MrWolf said:

Cracking job of arboriculture.

You may have a wait to get that shed door fixed. The chippies are still wombling about with the loco shed door at Little Muddle

They're getting free tea there too.

 

Thanks but I'm thinking that shed is beyond repair and will just gradually merge into the landscape.

[MrWolf]

2 minutes ago, Gedward said:

 

Thanks but I'm thinking that shed is beyond repair and will just gradually merge into the landscape.

 

I do like a neglected and overgrown shed. This is one of my 1:1 scale sheds.