GUNDAM anime figures running through my N-Scale set! :)
Yes...there will be a GUNDAM bash complete with crumbled buildings, blast marks and heavy weathering and detail!
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
GUNDAM!
Yes, it had to happen.
GUNDAM anime figures running through my N-Scale set! :)
Yes...there will be a GUNDAM bash complete with crumbled buildings, blast marks and heavy weathering and detail!
GUNDAM anime figures running through my N-Scale set! :)
Yes...there will be a GUNDAM bash complete with crumbled buildings, blast marks and heavy weathering and detail!
KITBASH: The Building Project
My next project - a building kitbash complete with front area, fire escape and rooftop garden!
I have the fire escape. It's a cool little metal kit I need to "fold together". Should be interesting. The rooftop garden will be some shrubs, a tree and bushes making a walkway with a walkable roof. I want to have lights both inside and outside as well. I have a stand alone light kit for that. Details added to the lobby and front area should make this a fun little project.
Now...to make time to actually do it! :)
I have a little fear of messing up the buildings - I really like them and they are not super cheap. However, I've worked with models and the like and think that I have the skills to pull it off. But, do I have the patience?
A detail sketch of what I'm hoping to pull off. Looks good on paper. I think that once I really get in there and start, I'll see things i want to add and other items I'll have to ditch. Comments and suggestions welcome!
FOLLOW THE PROGRESS (...or lack thereof...)
I have the fire escape. It's a cool little metal kit I need to "fold together". Should be interesting. The rooftop garden will be some shrubs, a tree and bushes making a walkway with a walkable roof. I want to have lights both inside and outside as well. I have a stand alone light kit for that. Details added to the lobby and front area should make this a fun little project.
Now...to make time to actually do it! :)
I have a little fear of messing up the buildings - I really like them and they are not super cheap. However, I've worked with models and the like and think that I have the skills to pull it off. But, do I have the patience?
A detail sketch of what I'm hoping to pull off. Looks good on paper. I think that once I really get in there and start, I'll see things i want to add and other items I'll have to ditch. Comments and suggestions welcome!
FOLLOW THE PROGRESS (...or lack thereof...)
California State Railroad Museum
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I had a fantastic time here. It's really a must for any rail fan, parent or model train nut! :) Well worth a venture to Sacramento and a day in Old Town.
www.csrmf.org/
"Located in Old Sacramento, the California State Railroad Museum is a complex of historic facilities and unique attractions. Widely regarded as North America's most popular railroad museum, there is something here for everyone! Throughout the year, experience lavishly restored trains, engaging exhibits, and unique special events."
Monday, December 20, 2010
Busch Gmbh Christmas Tree
I managed to get the Busch Gmbh n-scale Christmas Tree working for Christmas! Thanks to Chuck over at FEATHER RIVER TRAINS for helping out with the process!
The tree itself has a nice look to it overall. The lights run up one side primarily - something to take into account if you're thinking about picking this up. It has a beauty side to it that you'll want to have outward facing.
All in all, I'm very happy with this. I think it will live inside a building lobby next year.
The tree itself has a nice look to it overall. The lights run up one side primarily - something to take into account if you're thinking about picking this up. It has a beauty side to it that you'll want to have outward facing.
All in all, I'm very happy with this. I think it will live inside a building lobby next year.
Friday, December 10, 2010
Briddon: Industrial Area
My KATO UNITRAM set is branching out in a few spots. I have the City buildings at work and a small, industrial area set up on a shelf in the bedroom. I like having three distinct areas. Now I'm starting to focus on detail work, people and weathering to make the areas come alive a bit more. This works well because I can still work on my train items (when time allows) without over-running the house! :)
BRIDDON: Industrial Area More shots here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/malcojojo/sets/72157625401331500/
Briddon
I love my KATO Unitram set. It's fantastic for San Francisco n-scale running. Small and compact, the set allowed me to put something up and run in very little time. I was also able to set it up on a dresser in our room - ideal for the small apartment we live in.
I've changed the name on the little setup several times for photo shoots. Now - since moving the larger, City type buildings out to my work space at work - it's named BRIDDON. It's a small, sleepy historical section of some city somewhere with a small town feel.
I've changed the name on the little setup several times for photo shoots. Now - since moving the larger, City type buildings out to my work space at work - it's named BRIDDON. It's a small, sleepy historical section of some city somewhere with a small town feel.
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