Here we go folks,
For the Build Challenge 2016 I will work on ITLA Scale Models DV Ross & Co structure. I am perusing the instructions and will get started on painting this week.
I'll be following along on this one. I purchased this kit at the Expo but I've haven't seen one built. I bought it because the detail work on the brick was very nice.
-Steve
Hi:
Saw this at the EXPO also didn't get one though. Should be an interesting build. Will be following along.
Karl
You should like building this, i was impressed with the engineering of the kit. I didnt follow the painting instructions, opting instead for doing primer and light sponging, AI, powders.
Another nice build to follow ;)
I also bought this kit at the Expo, so you know I'll be following along on this build.
Bobby,
I got this one at the EXPO as well. I am really curious to see what will you do with it.
Vilius
Thanks for the follows Gents!
After going over the instructions I think I am going to try painting the brick following the methods outlined on Monster Model Works website rather the method suggested by the instructions.
The instructions don't go into great detail on how to paint the structure but there are tutorials on ITLA's website that can be found here: https://itlascalemodels.com/how-to (http://itlascalemodels.com/how-to)
It's been a while since I built a brick structure so I needed to peruse the techniques out there. The MMW's method just seems to make more sense to me and can be found here: http://www.monstermodelworks.com/_download_files/BrickPaint.pdf (http://www.monstermodelworks.com/_download_files/BrickPaint.pdf)
More to come...
Bobby
I will also be watching and learning.
Bobby,
Any up dates?
Tom ;D
I am back! ;D
I just grabbed a red rattle can and sprayed the walls. More to follow...
Bobby
Looks like it will be a nice build, keep us posted.
Ok, so I decided to deviate from both painting/weathering techniques I mentioned earlier on.
I sprayed the walls with Krylon Ultra Flat Red Oxide Primer. To add brick color variation, I randomely "dry dabbed" the walls with 3 different craft paints with a sponge... Sort of like dry brushing but using a sponge instead. I used Craftsmart Terra Cotta, Ceramcoat Burnt Umber and Craftsmart Burnt Sienna for the dry dabbing.
When it looked good to me, I sprayed the walls with Dullcoat and then dry dabbed again, then sprayed with Dullcoat.
The bottom of the structure has a stone looking base so I lightly painted that with Ceramcoat Rain Grey. It looked better to me when I dry brushed it on which left the red base coat between the stones. I then repeated the dry dabbing technique with the same colors mentioned above but added Craftsmart Tan to the mix as well. I considered attempting John's (S&S RR) technique on this area since it looks awesome but I am lazy. ;D
Next, I added multiple washes of Ceramcoat Rain Grey to dull it all down and give the look of mortar between the bricks/stones.
That is where I am at today!
Nice job on the brickwork. I built one of their kits years ago and it was not easy. They had "zippered" edges which didn't look good when finished. I think they've changed the way they make the kits and cover the corners. Interested to see how yours turns out.
Jeff
The brick color looks great. Interested to see how this turns out.
Quote from: SteveCuster on October 13, 2016, 03:51:18 PM
The brick color looks great. Interested to see how this turns out.
Agree , the orangy brick is great.
Looking good so far Bobby.
The brick color turned out great, looks very good.
Tom ;D
I agree with what everyone else has said - the brick tuned out great! Interesting technique. I'll have to give it a try someday. If I can remember it. :D
updates ?
Quote from: Candy on October 24, 2016, 09:43:20 PM
updates ?
Hi Candy,
Not yet! I've been spending the last few days working on my FSM Hazen Boyd build.
I plan to start messing with this soon, I glanced at the instructions earlier today.
You are doing a nice job on your burlesque build by the way. 😀😀
I have made some more progress on the build. I painted the windows and doors with an olive green craft paint, then added tan with a sponge to give it a chipped paint effect. I added a little bit of powders to the window fan/vents. The window sills were painted with a concrete colored craft paint and then added an A&I wash to them before installing.
I am debating on adding a poster to the right of the door.
Thanks for following along!
Bobby, following along. I love the look of and the design principles of the ITLA kits.
Marty
Hi bobby:
Walls look great so far. I'll be following along.
Karl
Karl & Marty,
Thanks for chiming in. I hope to get back at this in the next few days.
A shout out to my forum friends that love clamps! ;D
Your build is coming along nicely Bobby. Keep those progress photos coming! (never saw a clamp that I didn't like!!!).
Thanks for chiming in Mark!
I have been slacking on my forum updates due to that chaotic thing known as "work".
Anyhow, I have a few updates on the project.....
I learned how to google for "pilaster" and "cornice" since the vague instructions assumes one has a degree in architecture. ;D ;D ;D
The following pics show the installation of the pilasters and cornices. Or, what I would call parts 1, 2, 3 per photo X,Y,Z. :o ::) :(
I decided to create my own sign and just wing it in a word program on my computer. I came across the business name "M. Furuya Co. Importers & Exporters" from a 1930's photo of downtown Seattle and thought that was a cool name.
On a side note, there was a commercial on tv that indicated I should contact my doctor if I have symptoms similar to Pilasters and Cornices.... Should I be concerned? ::)
Carry on mates....
Looks great, Bobby. I love the sign.
Vilius
Agree with Vilius, that sign is just enough "grungy". Don't listen to the doctors, they'll only sell you snake oil.
The kit comes with the sidewalk base, which is pretty cool. I sprayed the base and the steps with a rattle can of grey auto primer. Next, I added an A&I wash and then randomly added weathering powders to the sidewalk and steps. I also added weathering powders at the base of the structure.
Nice effect on the sidewalk !!!
Eric Quebec city
Bobby very nice build and great job on the weathering.
I added the roof details that came with the kit. The chimney was pretty simple, basically a solid wood core with brick "skins" glued to the sides, then added chimney cap. The snorkel vent was just as easy, 3 layered parts glued together. I sanded them a bit with an emery board, painted it with grey craft paint and added rusty weathering powders. The last step was to add the laser cut step railings & security door/bars. I added a bit of rusty weathering powders to those as well. Finally, I added some Scenics Express Flock and Turf around the base of the structure and on the sidewalks for weeds.
I think this wraps up my 2016 Build Challenge!
Thanks for following along folks.
Bobby,
Beautiful job on the ITLA kit. I bought two at the last Expo cause I really liked the look. I see now in your model I made a great choice.
Very well done indeed. Love it! The colors are perfect for the old building.
Tom ;D
Great job on the brickwork. Nice structure.
Jeff
Quote from: ACL1504 on December 04, 2016, 06:18:23 PM
Bobby,
Beautiful job on the ITLA kit. I bought two at the last Expo cause I really liked the look. I see now in your model I made a great choice.
Very well done indeed. Love it! The colors are perfect for the old building.
Tom ;D
Wow, Thanks Tom!
I look forward to seeing what you can do with this kit.
It really is a great kit and easy to build. I have been building kits for the last few years; I would say the instructions are written for the experienced modeler since there aren't a lot of "how to" instructions. Tom, I am pretty sure you would not have a problem with that but just an FYI for those that are considering purchasing the kit.
Honestly, my lack of photography/lighting skills doesn't give the kit it's due.
Thanks again....
Quote from: Zephyrus52246 on December 04, 2016, 09:47:24 PM
Great job on the brickwork. Nice structure.
Jeff
Thanks Jeff!!
Hi Bobby:
All I can say is WOW. These kits are really cool. I may have to get a few of them.
Karl
Your model came out beautifully, Bobby!
The brick work looks great!
I'm looking at possibly getting the Southside Hotel kit. How were the windows to put into your kit? Were there recesses in the back side of the walls to place them in - thus gauging both the window depth and vertical and horizontal alignment, or does each window need to be fitted and glued in place? How about those nasty diseases - pilasters and cornices? Any problems?
Cheers, Mark.
Excellent build Bobby!
That building looks great! very well done mate!
Great work Bobby.....I've enjoyed watching your progress. 8)
Quote from: postalkarl on December 05, 2016, 07:42:46 AM
Hi Bobby:
All I can say is WOW. These kits are really cool. I may have to get a few of them.
Karl
Thanks Karl! I would love to see you work your magic on these kits!
Great work Bobby!
To Mark, re. your questions on how the kits go together: The kits are nicely engineered and the corners/ pilasters are made up in layers (quite easy). The windows fit in nicely and look great. You could pick up this little kit for "practice" on how these kits go together and then dive into the larger kit.
Quote from: mark dalrymple on December 11, 2016, 03:59:28 PM
Your model came out beautifully, Bobby!
The brick work looks great!
I'm looking at possibly getting the Southside Hotel kit. How were the windows to put into your kit? Were there recesses in the back side of the walls to place them in - thus gauging both the window depth and vertical and horizontal alignment, or does each window need to be fitted and glued in place? How about those nasty diseases - pilasters and cornices? Any problems?
Cheers, Mark.
Thanks Mark!
The windows were really easy to install. The walls are a little thicker than what I normally see in kits that I have made. I'd have to measure when I get home but it is maybe 1/8" thick. Basically the window pane/frame sits flush with the inside of the wall and is glued from behind. I used Aileen's Tacky Glue since it sets pretty quick and allows time to get the window flush with the "inside" part of the structure. Then the window sill is installed in front of the window. I knew I should have taken a photo of it but... I just looked thru my pics and didn't have any. Hopefully my description makes sense!
The pilasters & cornices were the most cumbersome part of the structure. They needed to be cut to size and then layered on top of each other. The kit leaves the modeler flexibility on how much layering to use though. Other than that it was really simple. The kits are easy to put together and they look great in the end.
Quote from: Rail and Tie on December 14, 2016, 09:07:14 PM
That building looks great! very well done mate!
Thanks Darryl!
Quote from: GPdemayo on December 15, 2016, 09:19:24 AM
Great work Bobby.....I've enjoyed watching your progress. 8)
Thanks Greg!
Quote from: rpdylan on December 22, 2016, 04:26:24 PM
Great work Bobby!
To Mark, re. your questions on how the kits go together: The kits are nicely engineered and the corners/ pilasters are made up in layers (quite easy). The windows fit in nicely and look great. You could pick up this little kit for "practice" on how these kits go together and then dive into the larger kit.
Thanks Bob! Did'nt you build this kit a while ago? I thought I saw you post pics of it on the daily thread.
I agree, the kits are easy to nicely designed and easy to put together.
Yes I did, and I really thought that the engineering of the kit was great. I like the seperate window sill design, they really come out nice. I want to get one of the bigger kits.
Terrific looking structure Bobby! :D It really came out well. Kudos to you on a job very well done. With all these great build threads going on this one slipped by me. Until now.
These kits were on my radar at the EXPO but I ended up buying too many other goodies and had to pass on them in the end. Now I wish I hadn't. Well, even then I wished I hadn't. Maybe next time. ::)
I did get two of these at last years Expo. Reading Bob and I read the instruction book on the return flight to Orlando.
I still have my sights on the large Hotel flat. That will be a great kit and I have a location for it also.
Tom ;D