Jaz Posted November 17, 2013 Share Posted November 17, 2013 I notice you changed the 14 to 15 years old. Belated happy birthday. Very impressed with the way the modelling is coming along. a hint for the mud brown colour, do three different shades of the brown and mix them up like camouflage and where there might be shadows add a thin black wash. Impressed with the blue background choice, always photographs well Like the hill come from the back wall,and the mix of rock face to grass finish, ratio is good Liking the more than one texture of grass, look at real grass, there is usually more than one green shade and some dead (pale) grass. You are on the right lines. Like the tufts with the ballast. Ensure you roadway is smooth enough to drive the car along it, and the odd pothole can be turned into a puddle. Am really loving your work. You are clearly attacking the essentials, and can do nothing but improve. Congratulations. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyandbf3fan Posted November 17, 2013 Author Share Posted November 17, 2013 Thanks, the hills aren't quite finished yet; they need the grass finishing off but I might add some rocks on the sharpest edges. After it's first show, I wasn't happy with the backscene as it was too dark and drew and attention away from the layout, so I painted it in a mixture of blue, white and black so it looks gloomy. Like the Midlands really.... I really like the Noch mix of grass as as you say, there's a lot of variation, although my applicator doesn't like the brown grass so much... The road needs sorting out, but it'll have to wait until January most likely (along with the rest of the layout) due to the house move. Thanks again and I had lots of other positive comments at the exehibition; one guy waited until I came back from a wander to congratulate me! 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDJR7F88 Posted November 17, 2013 Share Posted November 17, 2013 Wow! You have certainly add a lot since the last outing! Seems like you had an excellent out! Can't wait to see your footage of it at the exhibition and hope you can bring it to the Compton Martin Exhibition next year! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyandbf3fan Posted November 17, 2013 Author Share Posted November 17, 2013 Thanks Callum, a lot has been added but a lot more to do. It's on hold until January at least due to moving and it will certainly be coming if possible. If i get round to it, it'll be uploaded tonight. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyandbf3fan Posted November 18, 2013 Author Share Posted November 18, 2013 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alVaq-eSs0Q 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
80002 Productions Posted November 18, 2013 Share Posted November 18, 2013 Great little shunting layout you have! I really like the choice of locos and stock you are using as well including that 4F! Speaking of which are they good models as I'm hoping to get one for Christmas (43924) so was just wondering how well they run, hauling capabilities etc. Emily Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyandbf3fan Posted November 18, 2013 Author Share Posted November 18, 2013 Mine runs brilliantly, can't comment on haulage though as I haven't reall tested mine; he most taxing it's had so far has been 6 wagons or 2 coaches and a wagon. Not sure Callum would agree about the running though! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
80002 Productions Posted November 18, 2013 Share Posted November 18, 2013 Mine runs brilliantly, can't comment on haulage though as I haven't reall tested mine; he most taxing it's had so far has been 6 wagons or 2 coaches and a wagon. Not sure Callum would agree about the running though!Okay no problem, thanks anyway! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDJR7F88 Posted November 18, 2013 Share Posted November 18, 2013 Mine runs brilliantly, can't comment on haulage though as I haven't reall tested mine; he most taxing it's had so far has been 6 wagons or 2 coaches and a wagon. Not sure Callum would agree about the running though! Well... Think mine is ok now... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDJR7F88 Posted November 18, 2013 Share Posted November 18, 2013 Great little shunting layout you have! I really like the choice of locos and stock you are using as well including that 4F! Speaking of which are they good models as I'm hoping to get one for Christmas (43924) so was just wondering how well they run, hauling capabilities etc. Emily They are stunning models! Mine sadly had a few issues, but that just me (as you know I seem have a lot of bad luck with new models)! Both me and Hornbyandbf3fan have reviews of ours online. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDJR7F88 Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 Hi mate! I have just started a weathering thread, which features my first weathered loco if you are interested! Here a link... http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/78866-sdjr7f88s-weathering/ Please tell me what you think! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyJH Posted December 3, 2013 Share Posted December 3, 2013 I have to say thats a nice looking shunting layout, i guess having the locos set at DCC helps maintain a slower speed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyandbf3fan Posted December 3, 2013 Author Share Posted December 3, 2013 Thanks, I hope it's not too bad for a first attempt. DCC does help with the running at slow speed and operating especially as it's handheld. With the shunter, I have the speed step set to 128 so I have more control and can make it go so slow you don't even notice it's moving! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaz Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Happy New Year Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyandbf3fan Posted January 1, 2014 Author Share Posted January 1, 2014 Thanks Jaz, happy new year to you and Kal too Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean hpw Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 I have just read this through, and am frankly amazed, for a first layout this is brilliant, one suggestion, have you thought about weathering the track (tedious I know) and Ballast? I am looking forward to more installations on this project, also, reading your signature, you have impeccable taste in railways too! Sean Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyandbf3fan Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 (edited) Thanks, I have ballasted the track, I'll do weathering last, once all the other ballast in the yard is put down. I'm thinking of getting a rust pen but I'm not sure about how to weather the ballast. No updates for a while as the layout is elsewhere at least until late February. And of course I have good taste lol Edited for appalling grammar, thanks to Jaz for noticing Edited January 9, 2014 by hornbyandbf3fan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean hpw Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Hmm, for the track, a fine paint brush is just as good as a rust pen, and cheaper too dont forget the vary the tones a wee bit, for the ballast, if you have an air brush its easier, if not, a flat paint brush is just as good, build up layers and have a good look at pictures and so on, some ballast is almost black, others go yellow others go redish, it shouldnt be a challenge for you with what you have done so far Sean 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Nice one Will, good to see you have a PROPER Engine, hhahaaa Nice model. All the best in Pastie Land. :no: Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyandbf3fan Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 Unfortunately I don't have an airbrush so I'll use watered down paint and build it up, making it darker where locos are stationary (usually on the dodgy point!) I'm sure it will be a challenge though, although first I'm darkening down the grass as that's been bugging me. Thanks Andy, there's a GCR engine coming soon (you'll probably be able to guess which one) Pasty land is all good at the moment, it's been sunny today! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDJR7F88 Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 Unfortunately I don't have an airbrush so I'll use watered down paint and build it up, making it darker where locos are stationary (usually on the dodgy point!) I'm sure it will be a challenge though, although first I'm darkening down the grass as that's been bugging me. Thanks Andy, there's a GCR engine coming soon (you'll probably be able to guess which one) Pasty land is all good at the moment, it's been sunny today! What new loco? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyandbf3fan Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 The GCR one? Andy is referring to the 4f I guess Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold mudmagnet Posted January 9, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 9, 2014 Unfortunately I don't have an airbrush so I'll use watered down paint and build it up, making it darker where locos are stationary (usually on the dodgy point!) I'm sure it will be a challenge though, although first I'm darkening down the grass as that's been bugging me. Nothing wrong with washing the colours onto the ballast and building up the colours. This needs to be done gradually, to allow the paint washes to dry, as the colour changes as the paint dries. I used the same method on Orchard Road, only subtle airbrushing much later. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornbyandbf3fan Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 Can you recommend any paints? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold mudmagnet Posted January 9, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 9, 2014 I used testor pots from Wickes! Their matt water based paints (acrylics) are about £1.50 - I used a brown (can't remember the name) and liquorice (dark grey) and just thinned with water. For 'wet / oily' patches, just add a little acrylic gloss medium - such as from art shops. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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