Ian Holmes

That's another great image from Gordon Edgar. Nice find. Thanks.

But the first picture I see looking at the kit build with 1080 hours of work into it is some model trees and scenery. You just can't escape from it.

Wonderfully creative concept, so well executed. I am totally and utterly in awe of this.

Looks good Al. I'm most impressed.

Superb. Every home should have one.

I've already added a pelmet of sorts to complete the frame at the top to give the layout a proper "viewing window". Lighting is provided by a 17" IKEA "KOMPLEMENT" strip. More pictures to follow later once I get the painting finished.

The model was inspired by structures on the Cambrian coast line. How people accessed the platforms of those stations really has no bearing on my model. But as the railway line on the coast there runs between the beach and the main road (I forget the number, I used to know it)  then the platform is accessed from all directions. Walking up the platform ramp is not an uncommon way to get on the platform there.

The structure blocking off on end is one of those things I've seen a photo of but can't remember where. It just fits the space on the layout well. That's all. Like I say, If it looks right it is right.

I see what you're saying and to certain extent I agree with you. One can also take the point of view that thought your eye alights on the pub first, then dynamic line of the railway brings you back into the scene. We can get overly critical sometimes. I think It's OK the way it is.

Sorry for your loss. I lost my father in law at the end of November so I know how things must be for you.

You make some very good points here. Everyone should read a post like this when they find themselves feeling down on their layouts

Thanks Kelly. I might have to take a look/download it.

Thanks.

This is an APA Box http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20078031/

A flat pack storage box from IKEA. Interior dimensions are 2' x 1' approximately .

I "discovered" them a couple of years ago and suggested that they would be suitable for a model railway layout. A Google search for "APA box model railroad" should give you plenty of other information.

Hope that helps

Ian

You're welcome Don. I'm looking forward to seeing this develop.

Ooh lummee... I'm being blamed.. Better try and redeem myself.

I use board that is about 5mm, I think it's 3/16" in old money, you know these colonials haven't moved over to metric yet . There's also 10mm available I believe. I want to say someone on this forum has used 10mm foamboard as a layout baseboard. (Chris Nevards' Catcott Burtle was it?)

When I've used foamboard it's been on larger structures, like buildings in G scale or large factories where the thickness of the card mean the walls don't warp. I don't think there's any foamboard masterclass on the web I just made things up as I went along.

I've used foamboard quite a lot over the past few years. It's not perfect but I like it. Here's a few observations.

Perhaps use a heavier duty knife than a scalpel for the cutting. I use a Stanley knife or similar.

Sometimes the type of foamboard can make a difference too. Perhaps the fact that I'm in the US might mean things are different here to back home in the UK. But my local Office Depot changed from Elmers brand of foamboard to a "recycled" brand. This stuff is rubbish! The card surface is matt and softer, you can indent it just by holding it too hard. The foam doesn't cut so cleanly either.

The Elmers brand was firmer to the touch, didn't indent and had an eggshell finish to the card facing and cut cleanly and firmly. Foamboard does work. Some people get on with it easier than others.

Just a couple of thoughts if you don't mind them.

Nice work. Looking forward to following the progress.

Nick, Not too late at all. Excellent. Thanks for sharing

Ian

You've really studied up on this preservation modelling business. You've definitely got my interest in this concept. My image of "preservation type" layouts is "I'll run this, this, this and this and call it a preserved railway" You're developing the whole rationale to make it believable. I hope the whole project comes together for you.

Then there's this first picture of Moss Platform

http://www.disused-stations.org.uk/m/moss_halt/index.shtml

I just love the way those buildings stack up on the hillside behind the station

Thanks for the comment Frank.

I did a bit of digging on the internet last night and came up with this site http://div-energy.com/gallery-railRoad.php with quite a few pictures of propane unloading facilities the bright yellow tower in this picture though it wouldnt hide the hole in the wall might obstruct it. there are other interesting looking towers on the site too. plenty of food for thought.

What Andy said. Kyle is pretty inspiring stuff even to those of us who don't model in 2mmFS. Ups and Downs are a way of life.

Thanks for sharing this great selection of pictures

the spoil heap is very convincing

Absolutely Kelly. I'm looking forward to trying a layout using smaller English outline stock in P4

Organise an exhibition and exhibit a layout at it too? You're putting a lot on your plate there. I know from my own experiences. Good luck!

Ian