RMweb Gold nest Posted June 11, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 11, 2014 Morning guys With acess to my computer returned, I'm currently preparing quite a long update. So I hope your sitting comfortably.... More to follow... Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bri.s Posted June 11, 2014 Share Posted June 11, 2014 Nice looking layout your building , I like the hill work you've been doing , looking forward to your updates. Brian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 11, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 11, 2014 Hi guys Right, here we go. Since I haven't had access to the computer, it has resulted in quite a bit of modelling. I'll start with the scenic updates. Trees have been progressing. Some are now planted on the layout, however I feel more work is needed in this area. The ones I have placed at the back will hopefully blend in a little more once I have added a back scene (more on this another time). I painted the trunks brown which I think has worked quite well in the context of the layout. The other tree, which is constructed from wire and horsehair, I feel might need to be darkened as it's a little too close to the colour of the grass and therefore does not seem to obvious when looking at the whole layout. I've also gone over the scatter field (as I'm now calling it) with a layer of static grass. Another layer if needed as too much of the base layer of paint is visible but it's all going in the right direction I had some fun with photographing the hedges at the back of the layout. Made of a mixture of horsehair, lichen and woodland scenic, they show the need for a back scene a little but I was quite pleased with these two shots A new field has also started, this is still very much a work in progress. Here is a shot of the scenics as they currently stand The other thing I've been doing is trying my hand at some light weathering. This is not something I've done before but following an article in MRJ (what have I become?!?... ) I had a go at the simplest method suggested. For wagons, I just used a simple wash of very watery brown acrylic. before: with the wash And then after it's been given a brush with a clean brush and left to dry I was quite pleased with how this one turned out With the locos and carriages, I took more time. The coaches were given quite a going over and I think the results will do for now but I'll probably have another go later. The locos again were done with more care. This is what I did to all three of my locos demonstrated on the tender of a Bachmann N. First of all just a think layer of brown acrylic Then a layer of water Then all wiped with tissue or paper towel And left to dry, the finish being only a mild brown tint which is what I was aiming for. Just something to make them look a little more used. Here is the result of the same method on an M7 (I was more pleased with how this one turned out) Before: After: With locos, this is something that needs to take time for a good result. As my first go at this, I was quite pleased. I've since gone over about half my wagons and am looking forward to doing the rest. Finally here are some other shots of the layout so far with a couple of photos to give a general idea of the direction I'm hoping it's taking (if that makes sense...) This one shows on the weathering on the M7 quite well... And one that shows I have quite an understanding family (no one complained about me occupying the kitchen for a couple of afternoons... I think that about cover everything. There should be more to come in the next week I hope. Now where did I put those photos of my work in progress H class... Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold westerhamstation Posted June 11, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 11, 2014 Hi Nest, That's really nice work on the scenics and the weathering, the hedges have that nice rural feel to them.look forward to the next update. all the best Adrian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Oldddudders Posted June 11, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 11, 2014 The trees and scenery look really effective - as you've shown talent there previously this is no surprise. The weathering is headed in the right direction, but one thing I know from my past life is that if dirt is going to stay anywhere on a coach side, it will be in the corners of the window frames, where a carriage-washing-machine flail cannot get to it properly. Typically it is dark matter that just sits there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 11, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 11, 2014 Cheers Ian, I'm going to have another go at the coaches at some point anyway as I wasn't as pleased with them so I'll have a go with what you suggest Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 13, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 13, 2014 Hi guys Whilst I wait for some materials to arrive in the post, I've been starting on two new trees. These are the basic shells with obviously a long way to go till they start looking 'real'... Also, the other part of the loco roster, my H class. I purchased this as a ready built kit. However, I felt there was still work to do on it. I have added coal, toned down the green a little and added some (very) mild weathering. There is still stuff to do to this, such as adding a crew, patching up the chimney, and some internal work. Here it is operating on the Model Railway Club's (of which I am a part time member) test tracks at Keen House. More to follow... Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 13, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 13, 2014 Just a small addition to my post earlier, I now have three trees on the go...here they are Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 15, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 15, 2014 Hey gang So I've been continuing work on the trees for the moment as I'm still waiting on my new static grass bags but that's fine. I'm currently experimenting with using DAS clay to form the bark on the trees. I think it looks alright. Once it has dried better, I will paint them a more appropriate colour and also try carving some tree like shapes into them. These are the two I've been working on at the moment. The smaller one will be a low relief tree hence it's slightly flat look... I also I had a tidy up of the layout as it's sort of become a dumping ground for materials, tools and other bits of random crap that we modellers seem to bury ourselves in... The above shot also gives a pretty good view of where I am with the whole thing. All for now Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 17, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 17, 2014 Evening all Just small update on the trees. I've given them a coat of suitable tree colour (a mixture of green, brown and white to create a very pleasant shade of s***...). Since taking the photos, another layer has been given. Still much to do... more to follow Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 18, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2014 Afternoon guys The electrics have started! And by this, I mean I have a very rough diagram (with help from some fellow club members) and the startings of some holes in in the baseboards ready to receive wires. I'll post some photos later.... More to follow Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 18, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 18, 2014 Also, following on from tidying up on top the layout, the underneath has taken a slightly different turn... Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 19, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 19, 2014 Hi guys I received a package this morning which means work can continue on the fields when I have enough time to get round to it (hopefully in the next few days). I'm going to use a method described by Gordon Gravatt in his book 'Modelling Grassland' (well worth a buy by the way) for applying static grass onto other static grass. I involves soaking what's already there in 50/50 PVA and water with a drop of washing up liquid and then adding the new stuff on top of that. Anyway, here's the potentially suspicious items that fell out of said package... More to follow Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 22, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 22, 2014 Afternoon everyone So, I've had a go at adding another layer to the field and am relatively pleased with the results. However, I think it still needs touching up in places. And also some form of wildlife to make it a little more interesting. This photo is a little odd as it is a slightly darker shade of green in person but it shows how most of the gaps are now covered... Any, all for now, I'll get some more photos either later or tomorrow... Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 26, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 26, 2014 Afternoon all No progress to report due to other commitments this week. However, I have taken a couple of shots of some of the scenic areas in their current state. I find taking photographs helps to show me what still needs doing and what needs improving as there are some things that simply don't show when just looking at the thing in person. More work is required on the trees. This will be easier once I invest some time into doing a proper back scene (this is still being thought out...) More to follow Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bescotbeast Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 You've certainly chosen an interesting period and location to model Nestor, if you don't mind me asking what made you choose this period? Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cromptonnut Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Some good work there Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted June 30, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted June 30, 2014 Ask away Simon it was a mixture of the stock i owned and what more one can get away with running. I also love southern locos and this was when they were probably at the zenith. Hope that answers that! Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted July 1, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted July 1, 2014 Of course, there's also the fact that I was born in 1994 so everything has to be researched rather than modelling from memory or personal experience. This is another aspect of the hobby I enjoy, searching through the web, through the library and picking at the older and wiser modeller's brains for new information. For example, I recently found a tiny little book on the Hawkhurst branch that included an image of a Sentinel-Cammell railcar being used in place of the usual push pull service. This operated for all of a month but what an excuse.... Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Nice work, it's great when there is no internet to disturb the modelling. ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted July 1, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted July 1, 2014 Evening all No modelling updates due to having an unusually busy week. Instead I've just taken some general photos of the scenic section of the layout for purely narcissistic purposes... Also, using keyboard stands to hold the whole thing means that every now and then the portability of the layout is put to the test when said stands are being put to their actual gig worthy use... Finally, on a totally unrelated note, They've let London Road (Brighton) go a bit... You can't really see in the above photo but it gets worse just beyond the end of the platform on the Brighton bound side. Not only secondary forgotten lines that end up totally overgrown... Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted July 6, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted July 6, 2014 With the layout back up, I can begin to carry on with some work to it. I will hopefully have more time this week (except with a gig on Thursday, I should really focus on getting ready for that...) Work this week will focus on filling this area At Hawkhurst, there was a small set of industrial buildings so I might try to have a go a recreating something similar. Any suggestions would be welcome Also, I've been continuing with preparing the layout for electrification. It is very satisfying drilling holes... More to follow Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cromptonnut Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Curious about the band... what do they play, and what do you play? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted July 6, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted July 6, 2014 Its band number 3 for me, it's the backing band for a singer called Will Mussett. I play keys and have done for the last ten or so years. It's my other hobby and probably takes up just as much time and money as railways. Love it Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold nest Posted July 6, 2014 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted July 6, 2014 oooooooooooh an actual update. I did some scenic work today which was unexpected but you know how it is. Sitting in my room listening to Dark Side of The Moon and the layout was just there... I've been beefing up the grass on the third field, with more layers of static and some other little bits of scatter I had lying around. I'm quite pleased with the result... Second on the quick to emerge list of things that got done was the hedges between the field. This is where the two baseboards meet. I've tried to cover the gap up a bit more (we can say there's a small stream in there ) Also the edging along the top of the embankment was given a going over with some lichen covered in scatter Finally the bushes around the whole thing were completed with a mixture of horsehair, lichen and some bits I had left over from my previous layouts I also took a couple of general shots of the layout in it's current state Finally, I had a quick flick through one of my books to discover that the industrial buildings I mentioned in a previous post were those belonging to the Kent Woodware company. I think I might have a try at recreating something similar. If I get a chance, I'll post some photos of what I'm referring to later this week. Comments always welcome Nestor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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