themagicspanner Posted November 8, 2014 Author Share Posted November 8, 2014 Yes, that's taken a few hours to get that far and that's only about 1/4 of the front elevation. Worth it though and who cares how long it takes - it's modelling and I enjoy doing it. Mike 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold mudmagnet Posted November 8, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 8, 2014 Yes, that's taken a few hours to get that far and that's only about 1/4 of the front elevation. Worth it though and who cares how long it takes - it's modelling and I enjoy doing it. Mike I know what you mean, but is worth it though. Here's one I did earlier (using tile grout, but the effect is the same). 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 8, 2014 Author Share Posted November 8, 2014 That's nice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 14, 2014 Author Share Posted November 14, 2014 Well, progress on the granary is moving along at a pace now (a very slow one). My intention is to model 3 of the sides and all of the internals. If a job's worth doing it worth doing right... In other news there has been a very long new arrival in the yard: The Heljan Cargowagon was bought with the intention of decorating it with some local graffiti. Have to say that the model is pretty disappointing for something that's so expensive new. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 17, 2014 Author Share Posted November 17, 2014 Just a few shots of the first attempt to paint the front elevation of the granary. The stonework looks a bit too regular so I think I'll do some remedial works and maybe smear in some DAS clay to make it a little more irregular. I haven't cut out the central door as I'm worried it'll be a bit on the breakable side before I build the rest of it. Mike 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PjKing1 Posted November 17, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 17, 2014 Looking really good mate Cheers, Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 18, 2014 Author Share Posted November 18, 2014 Cheers Paul. On reflection I'm pretty happy with it although I think some areas need a little bit more work. The next thing to think about will be the windows. I had imagined getting some etched brass frames made up but the cost is too much as far as I can tell and because I didn't have the frames, and I wasn't that careful about the opening size, all the windows are slightly different sizes! A lesson for future reference. Overall I'm happy that the 'slab of DAS' method works well enough for me so I'll press on and get the sides done. Mike 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87023Velocity Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 Hi Mike, Cracking layout, the attention to detail is superb, the work on Granary looks good. I've got 6 POA's I think in the loft for a future project which will involve a small scrap yard and will hopefully be P4, your layout has certainly give me a few ideas. Cheers Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 18, 2014 Author Share Posted November 18, 2014 Cheers Simon, All I would say is 'go for it'. Buy some Exactoscale turnout kits and some flexitrack (if you're looking for an easy start) and then see where it takes you. Mike Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merc435 Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 Nice work on the Granary Mike. A small block of wood cut as a template for window apertures works well. Smear a little Vaseline around it's outer edge as a release agent to you can remove it without damaging the DAS when dry. Keep up the good work. Andy. ps; Agreed, the stonework looks a wee bit too regular, some big stones in lower wall and getting smaller toward the roofline would help. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 18, 2014 Author Share Posted November 18, 2014 Thanks Andy. I had toyed with the idea of using blocks but was worried about what would happen as they clay shrunk and how it was going to make rolling the thing flat a little more awkward. You're right about the sizes of the stones but that's something that can be fixed with a skim of clay and a sharp implement. Mike 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
60091 Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 Cheers Paul. On reflection I'm pretty happy with it although I think some areas need a little bit more work. Mike Hi Mike The granary looks good to me. Scribing the stonework always beats using embossed plasticard.. I'm just too lazy to do it! I'm not sure if you said the building was going to be in use or possibly partly derelict like the photos? If so, and there are areas of stone work you're not so happy about - what about a small area covered with ivy or similar vegetation to hide it? Alan 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PjKing1 Posted November 18, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 18, 2014 Cheers Paul. On reflection I'm pretty happy with it although I think some areas need a little bit more work. The next thing to think about will be the windows. I had imagined getting some etched brass frames made up but the cost is too much as far as I can tell and because I didn't have the frames, and I wasn't that careful about the opening size, all the windows are slightly different sizes! A lesson for future reference. Overall I'm happy that the 'slab of DAS' method works well enough for me so I'll press on and get the sides done. Mike When I made my signal box I used etched card windows, they look really good and are easily glued onto clear plastic, if you want I'll try and find out the name of the seller and I'll message you their details. Cheers, Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mark Forrest Posted November 18, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 18, 2014 The Heljan Cargowagon was bought with the intention of decorating it with some local graffiti. Have to say that the model is pretty disappointing for something that's so expensive new. Interesting, when they were first released I bought a couple and was reasonably pleased with them - they were quite a gap in manufacturer's ranges for anyone modelling the 80s and 90s. Have to admit I've never looked particularly closely at them in terms of accuracy and detail. Is there anything in particular which stands out? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 19, 2014 Author Share Posted November 19, 2014 I'm not sure if you said the building was going to be in use or possibly partly derelict like the photos? I'm pretty keen to have it in the condition it is in now. In use but with a few alterations from it's heyday. When I made my signal box I used etched card windows, they look really good and are easily glued onto clear plastic, if you want I'll try and find out the name of the seller and I'll message you their details. That sounds interesting. Interesting, when they were first released I bought a couple and was reasonably pleased with them - they were quite a gap in manufacturer's ranges for anyone modelling the 80s and 90s. Have to admit I've never looked particularly closely at them in terms of accuracy and detail. Is there anything in particular which stands out? I'm not sure it was so much the detail I was disappointed in, more the overall feel and quality. I've seen other folk describe them as being like 1980s Lima models! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PjKing1 Posted November 19, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 19, 2014 Morning Mike Here's to link to those windows, there by Ancorton Models and they do quite a range of stuff. http://www.ancortonmodels.com/ind-windows/4580379044 Cheers, Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 19, 2014 Author Share Posted November 19, 2014 Brilliant. I'll have a good look at those later. Mike 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaz Posted November 19, 2014 Share Posted November 19, 2014 Love the DAS frontage, really looks the business. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 19, 2014 Author Share Posted November 19, 2014 Cheers Jaz. If I get time tonight I think I'll attack it with a smear of DAS to try to recreate this photo a little better. Luckily there's a nice line where I made a mess of counting the courses, so that should be easy enough to disguise! Mike 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cklammer Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 Hello Mike, I have just finished reading the whole thread and worn out my index finger klicking "Like"-buttons ... Outstanding work - very inspring! Best Regards, Christian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 22, 2014 Author Share Posted November 22, 2014 Thanks Christian. I'm glad you like it. Mike Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 23, 2014 Author Share Posted November 23, 2014 I wish I hadn't posted that picture of the real thing at the top of this page as it shows up a few deficiencies in my modelling. Happy enough with where this has got to now though. Mike 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PjKing1 Posted November 23, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 23, 2014 Well it looks good to me Mike, I think any time we try and copy something that's real we doubt our abilities, we just have to remember it's only a model and nothing can be 100% accurate. I tell myself that everyday and slight differences make things unique to our own layouts Keep up the great work, Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themagicspanner Posted November 26, 2014 Author Share Posted November 26, 2014 Thanks Paul I agree with what you're saying. It might not look exactly like the real thing but it looks enough like a masonry building to be convincing. Mike Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d winpenny Posted November 26, 2014 Share Posted November 26, 2014 Looking brilliant David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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