darren01 Posted September 21, 2014 Author Share Posted September 21, 2014 Hi Well i must say getting the award was a big shock!, And doing the show has given me a lot of new ideas for the layout. I have started doing some of the buildings again,as these where made over six years ago and i know now i can make better models. First building that i will do is the milk pumping shed, because at the time i built it i only had one photo to work from,since then some new photos came to light!. I would like to thank Andy and the BRM team for inviting use up for the weekend and Chris for being a big help over the weekend, could not have done it without you, Now got the exhibition bug! . Here are a few photo's from the show. Darren Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaz Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 I think the modeller always knows as they go along that things can be improved. often during or immediately after they have finished one style of doing an individual part...it is part of the learning curve. It is almost inevitable that as you do more you pay more attention and the practise improves your art. There is the 10000 hour rule, of course, Which basically says if you practise enough you can achieve mastery in a field. I took so many pictures because there are so many beautiful elements in your layout, and I think you are well on the way to this 'mastery'. There needs to be a balance, some skills will inevitably out do others, but the elements in your layout draw together nicely.. And I think you have addressed many aspects here, which give it a wonderful flow. I am inclined to think if you are actually satisfied with something, that you cannot improve.It's more this will do for now....there is something else needs doing first LOL. Shall look forward to the new milk pumping shed. Please post pictures of the build. of the picture I took, this one was my actual favourite I love the depth you have brought to this area, and the suggestion of dandelions...and the new gate and gate post.(now I look again part of the fence here is loose....but hey your an exhibition layout. This spot with some deep shadows is likely to be indistinguishable from the real thing, even with the damaged fence. The suggestion some kids have been messing and just run off would cover this. Out of curiosity what does the black 'arm' on the gate post depict? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold mudmagnet Posted September 21, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 21, 2014 Hi Darren Congrates on the award. The first time that I think I've seen Darren lost for words at the award ceremony at RMWeb Live!! Good to read that you have the 'bug' for exhibitions, careful can be quite addictive! Therei is usually always something to do on a layout and making changes where your skills improve can be a good idea, but don't do too much as this can detract from the overall view of the layout. Can I make suggestion though - might be a good idea to have a name board across the lights so that the layout can be identified from across an exhibition hall. Anyway, hope to see you out with Torrington again! Perhaps we can persuade you to bring along to the Barnstaple show next July?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exmoordave Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 Many congrats on the award Darren - well deserved. Old Southallians rock on.......!!!!!!!! Hope to see you sometime. exmoordave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren01 Posted September 21, 2014 Author Share Posted September 21, 2014 Out of curiosity what does the black 'arm' on the gate post depict? Hi Jaz The black arms are gate supports, to stop the gate from sagging down,seen a few gates down here with this attachment on them. Glad you like the layout!. Darren Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren01 Posted September 21, 2014 Author Share Posted September 21, 2014 Hi Bit of an up date, the large curve that ran round to the bridge is no more! Here a few photo's of the P way gang tacking up the track, the bridge section i will keep and use for taking photo's of my stock. Darren Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaz Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 ......... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ramblin Rich Posted September 21, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 21, 2014 Sad to see these bits being removed! What's going to replace them...? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren01 Posted September 22, 2014 Author Share Posted September 22, 2014 STEVE LAMACQ and me talking about how i built the loco shed for Torrington. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ramblin Rich Posted September 22, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 22, 2014 ...with a sandwich in one hand! Seriously, many congratulations on the award, very much deserved. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted September 22, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted September 22, 2014 STEVE LAMACQ and me talking about how i built the loco shed for Torrington. That's a good one for a caption competition Darren, sort of ... 'I always eat the sandwiches before using the container to make buildings, helps keep the mice off the layout if you do it that way' Sorry - a difficult one to resist Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
7APT7 Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Hi mate Great layout, I have to say... and congratulations on the award... Jamie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren01 Posted September 23, 2014 Author Share Posted September 23, 2014 Hi I have started work on the milk pumping house, as i was not happy with the one i made a few years ago. Also i have some new photo come to light recently showing the building a lot better, so this is what i have done so far,still a bit of work to do. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY NORWOOD Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 Hi Darren The milk pumping house is looking fantastic, just need some paint. Keep the good work coming. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren01 Posted September 24, 2014 Author Share Posted September 24, 2014 Hi Ray Thanks for the kind words, glad you like it, Have done a bit more work on it. Here are a few photo's of how it looks now,still more to do to it. Darren PS. must sort that back leg out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
7APT7 Posted September 24, 2014 Share Posted September 24, 2014 Hi mate nice building work, look forward to seeing more and its resting place on the layout... Jamie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeT Posted September 24, 2014 Share Posted September 24, 2014 Hello Darren, Really love the scenery, and the Bulleid looks spot on, very nice indeed... George Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY NORWOOD Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 HI Darren That leg has had to much to drink mate. Looking good. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren01 Posted September 27, 2014 Author Share Posted September 27, 2014 Hi Here is the milk pumping shed painted and weathered,still a little bit to do. Hope you like it. Darren01 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiebrfan Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Great work on the milk shed. Your buildings are always an inspiration, the open door adds even more character. Regards Glenn Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium DLT Posted September 28, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted September 28, 2014 Brilliant work on the corrugated iron Darren, lovely stuff to model. By the way, I sent you a private message recently, did you get it? Chers, Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaz Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Hi Here is the milk pumping shed painted and weathered,still a little bit to do. Hope you like it. Darren01 I like the corrugated as well, and the well used dairy look works for me too. Hope you don't mind I copied this one of the three picture you put up as my answer is on the next new leaves no reference photo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY NORWOOD Posted September 29, 2014 Share Posted September 29, 2014 Hi Darren It's looking really fantastic Darren. Keep up the fantastic work. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren01 Posted October 4, 2014 Author Share Posted October 4, 2014 Hi The Milk Pumping Shed is now on the layout, Just need to add pipe work from the shed to the the over head pumps. Thinking about having a light near the door?' Hope you like it. Darren PS. Found this old photo, King Arthur Class,sitting in Torrington yard,1959. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
7APT7 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Hi mate some very nice B&W photo... nice work on the shed to Jamie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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