nickwood

Nice job sir. I know I'm being picky but I can't help but think that the bunker lining on the second photos needs a bit more toning down though, particularly nearest the cab door.

I love the subtle changes in tone below the footplate. 

That is deliciously grubby, one of your best IMHO. Needs a driver / fireman in oily overalls to finish it off.

Perhaps harvest time, midday break. ModelU do some wonderful figures of farmworkers so I'm told Modelling stubble could be a challenge.

It seems that many modellers haven't heard about layering spray Mikkel so hopefully this may go a little way to raising awareness of this very useful product.

Most modellers would perhaps reach for a can of hairspray to do a similar job but my view and experience is that hairspray is only meant as a temporary fixative, so they are taking a huge risk with the longevity of their work. It also dries very quickly giving little time to apply the fibres. Layering spray gives a permanent bond and stays wet for much longer. I can't say how long exactly as I've never measured it, but it is certainly in terms of minutes rather than the seconds you get with hairspray.

It is not cheap at around £10 for a can but it does go a long way and more importantly allows you to produce effects that would be difficult if not impossible to produce by other methods. All in all a very useful product to have in the scenic modeller's armoury.

The pigments are nothing fancy Mick just from a basic set of weathering powders sold I think by the likes of Eileen's Emporium. They are predominately shades of grey and what they perceive (you wouldn't) as rust browns.

I have now added a couple more photos and some text after a bit more work to improve the look.

Hi Mikkel

Thanks, I'm starting to get used to posting in the blogs although I'm not sure it draws such a large audience.

I have been invited to demonstrate scenic techniques at the Great British Model Railway Show at the British Motor Museum at Gaydon on the 9th & 10th November 2019 so these dioramas will be used as examples to talk about and discuss the materials and techniques used.

Yes it is because I didn't have any red oxide left. It's only there to ensure the finish coat sticks so doesn't really matter what colour it is 

The foam is particularly nice, I seem to recall I got it from Bonwick's extruded foam emporium some time ago for this very purpose.

Bet it didn't win the concours event.

I wondered where you were hiding. A simple rail embankment is next to be followed by something a little more ambitious.

1 hour ago, Mick Bonwick said:

What did you use for the long grass, Nick?

Not entirely sure Mick, It was in an unmarked plastic zip bag but I think it is Woodland Scenics field grass. I've had it for years.

1 hour ago, Mick Bonwick said:

It's about time you did some scenery! 

Some might say, not only scenery.

Great job Mick, what was used? A lot of skill would be my answer.

I suspect however, that the one you saw at Bloxham was much more like the un-weathered version.

This has been my first project documented on a blog as opposed to a forum thread.

Thanks to all who have found it and liked or otherwise appreciated it.

Thanks Dave, hopefully it might give you some ideas and the confidence to have a go.

Masterful. I look forward to seeing it in service

Maybe a very carefully applied dry brush with a tan and or grey colour just to add some highlights and take the edge off the black???

Lots of character. Brilliant job.

Hi Mikkel, a novel approach and innovative concept and if anyone can pull this off, you can.

You did this AFTER a pub lunch. I could definitely see myself attempting what you've done Frank but the only result I would have after a visit to the pub would be burnt pinkies.