Just a photo of starting my diorama this is only the base so far. This diorama will be called, Snug Harbor. Look for more photos as I go along.
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Sam
looks promising to ,like to see more
Cor
Good start........
I've never used foam so I'm interested in where you go with this.
see ya
Bob
Looks to be an interesting thread.
Jerry
I now have the base painted for the color of the harbor water, not sure if I like it yet, so I'm asking what do you all think of the color?
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Sam
Sorry about the glare spot in the middle, but it's all a dark blue green. Need to learn how to take better pictures.
Sam
I've had really good results with splotches of color over the base coat as demonstrated by King Frary (I guess on his website)...where is that? "Building an Expo module" maybe on YouTube?
It looks a little messy, but when the Mod Podge (or whatever gloss & texture coating you're using) is applied, it looks great. I think a single consistent color might look too uniform.
BTW, I love your concept, nothing beats a crowded, irregular, little waterfront scene.
John
I agree, that is only the base coat, I just want to make sure I like it enough before I add different shades of color along the shore line and under the docks.
Thanks for your thoughts
Sam
Sam
I think it will work well for a base coat. Looking forward to watching the build.
I decided to stay with that color as the base coat, but before I add different shades & shadows of other colors, I have to build my docks. The docks will be odd shapes. You can see the rough outlines of where the docks are going to be placed from the first photo. The docks are going to take a while to build because, I am building them, plank by plank. I could speed up building the docks by using scribed sheet stock, but I think plank by plank will be more realistic, and be well worth it, in the end. Stay tuned for more photos, coming soon.
Sam
Looks like a very interesting build. I agree with you that the docks look much better when they are built board by board...:thumbup:
I worked about 2&1/2 to 3 hours last night, working on the first dock. This is going to be the smaller of the two docks which will be placed in the lower right side, just before the river inlet.
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Sam
Hi:
Looks like you're off to a good start.
Karl
I just finished the smaller dock and it fits nicely in it's location. I now have to add the dock supports, pilings, and a lot of dock details before I can start on the larger dock. and then after that I will go onto the dry dock.
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sam
Is that actually board by board or did you scribe in that effect? :o
Looks great.
John
John,
That is all board by board.
Sam
Hi:
Looks like you've made some progress. Keep the pics flowing.
Karl
Yes Karl, I'm making some progress,sorry I'm a little slow, but then again I'm very fussy. I will have more pictures to post before the end of this weekend. The two docks are very near done.
Sam
Docks completed, next I'll start on the dry dock
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Sam
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This is it for now. I'll post pic's of the dry dock when finished.
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Sam
Sam
You are moving right along, I'm enjoying the thread.
Thank you John.
Sam
very impressive.
I love harbor scenes.
Sam, The diorama is looking good. Dan R.
Thanks Dan, It seems like I been working on this forever with not very much done. I thought I'd have more done by this time. I'll keep at it and post pictures as I go along.
Sam
Good afternoon,
I been working on the dry dock, for just a few hours a night for the last week and I'm almost ready to post a pic or two. I just need to stain it, and add a few details. I'll post pictures tomorrow.
Sam
Looks good Sam.
Your water definitely wants to be darker in the middle at deeper depths.
I know you said you were going to add color splotches later.
BbyB looks good on the docks.
8)
Thanks Dave,
Your right, I do need to work on the water's color. I made some color samples for the water, and I came up with something I really like, but I don't want to paint it on yet in fear of messing it up while working on ground cover, dirt roads and such. That will be down the road quite a ways.
Sam
Right from the start i yhink you nailed it with the dynamic shape of the harbor. I'll be watching this closely.
Sorry guys, couldn't get to do any work on the diorama. too much "Honey Do " today so not much done on the dry dock but I'll post what I have so far. These are lousy pictures.
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as you can see a lot more work to do. I need to add the roller tracks for the cradle to ride up on, also an overhead crane, and of course a hoist house, and work shop, all which have to be scratch built. I'll post pictures " better ones hopefully" when that section is done.
Sam
These are two of the structures I plan on using on snug harbor. I have many more but I don't want to get ahead of myself.
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I have to much work to do before I start adding structures but just to give you an idea of whats to come. most of all buildings will have to be scratch built to fit on the diorama.
Sam
Fun structures
Thanx
Bob
Good morning all,
I have the dry dock ramp, and boat cradle complete. Next I will build the Seaport Models, full hull lobster boat. I will set it aside until I'm ready to place it on the diorama.
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Model on
Sam
Good morning gang, I been scratch building the hoist house and workshop the last couple of weeks, just a few more details to add and I'll post a photo soon.
Sam
Looking good! Just getting caught up with your progress.
Good morning guys, I finished the first structure and is now in it's place on the dio. Still need to build the Seaport Models lobster boat, and add that to the rails. If any of you can see where I may need to make any correction, or have any suggestions, please reply. I'm always open for ideas. Thanks.
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My next challenge is to scratch build a draw bridge in the open position.
Sam
Very nice Sam. I saw a post here in your thread where someone said they had never used or seen foam used like this. To that follower I will tell you this. Foam makes for a very solid base as well as very light construction. Beats plywood all to heck. It is really easy to work with.
All my module construction is done with this medium. It can also be enclosed with framing for an entire layout.
Dave HWCRR
Seattle, Wa
Thanks Dave,
That poster would be "bparrish---Bob" I thought he was just kidding because I know he is a master modeler, I have seen some of his work so that's how I rate him.
The diorama base is gator foam, and all the land forms is 1" extruded foam and a little 2" foam in the top left corner. Foam is very easy to work with, cuts easy, shapes easy It's a great product to model with. So Bob, if you really never tried it, give it a shot. You'll like it.
Sam
Sam.
Thanx for the compliment regarding the master thing.
True confessions. I completed my MMR about four years ago. It is something all modelers should consider; regardless of the horror stories that are flying around.
I was not kidding about the foam. It has not found its way to downtown idaho yet.
I am a part of a two person group of trolley modelers. Me and him. We are considering adding some additional sections. I'll consider making stuff from foam.
Thanx
Bob
Hi Sam:
I like the layout. I always liked ferry slips to. Like the boat on the repair ramp also. Will be awaiting more photos.
Karl
Thank you Karl,
I will be posting photos as I go along. At the moment I am struggling with building a draw bridge. I would like to build it in the open position, like I said I am struggling with this project and I'm not sure if I can pull it off convincingly, but I'll give it my best shot, with a photo to follow.
Sam
Good morning guys & gals
Well I got a good start on the draw bridge, it seems to be coming along just fine. It looks like I'll need to spend a few more days on it before I can mount it on the diorama and then I'll post a picture.
Have a great day,
Sam
Good evening all, well I got my draw bridge all built, and installed but, I can't seem to post any pictures because my PC is messed up. I'll have to get someone to take a look at it and I'll get pictures up as soon as I can.
Sam
Well I guess it's about time, I just got my PC back and all seem to be back to normal. My draw bridge is in place so now I'm ready to move on to the next phase. Here is a photo's of the draw bridge.
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Sam
Here is another angle.
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Next I will start to build the oil dock.
Sam
This is getting really cool now...........
Thanx
Bob
Quote from: bparrish on July 07, 2014, 01:16:06 PM
This is getting really cool now...........
Thanx
Bob
Thanks Bob, more pictures to come as I go along.
Sam
Quote from: bparrish on June 20, 2014, 12:36:46 AM
I was not kidding about the foam. It has not found its way to downtown idaho yet.
Bob
Bob, if you have a Home Depot or Lowes nearby, they should have it available or at least
order it! Also, any building supply store, as it's used for home insulation.
It comes in 4 x 8 sheets with different thicknesses available, so plenty for scenery modeling!
Generally in pink or blue, depending on where you get it.
The 1 inch thick sheets are normally around $20.00.
Google is your friend here!! ;D ;D ;D
Sam, your bridge looks great!
If you want a humorous scene, leave it down (just opening) with a car stuck on both sides, like the
television commercial! ;D ;D ;D
Quote from: gnatshop on July 07, 2014, 08:03:02 PM
Sam, your bridge looks great!
If you want a humorous scene, leave it down (just opening) with a car stuck on both sides, like the
television commercial! ;D ;D ;D
That's a good one David, Keep the ideas coming, I might use some of them.
Sam
Love the draw bridge. best thread going by far
Your to kind Thom, Thank you
Sam
Oil dock completed, lobster boat done and is on dry-dock. I just have to do a little landscaping and detailing, and I'll have a picture or two up soon.
Sam
I decided to post a picture of the oil dock before I do any landscaping, just to show my progress. As you can see, much much more work to do.
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Sam
Good morning all, I see Snug Harbor is getting a lot of views and folks are waiting for more pictures. As you can see in the last photo the oil dock is in place now, so I am working the section on the back side of the oil dock. More pictures coming soon. Sorry for the delay.
Sam
Good afternoon gang, almost done with the backside of the oil dock, just a few more details to add before I move on to the next project.
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After I finish this section, I'll move to the other side of the harbor and work on the lighthouse. I hope to have the lighthouse operating with a bright beacon.
Sam
Sam,
I love it! Great job!
Tom ;D
Thank you Tom,
Along the right side where the green car, and the bridge is I'll need to add a backdrop, along with a few more details.
Thanks again
Sam
Sam
This is really looking great! Love the details!
Thank you John,
I now have the lighthouse done and in place, so I'm moving right along. Perhaps moving a little to quickly. I now have to get the lighthouse wired up for the beacon. Also need to landscape.
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The rock work needs a little more highlighting as well. My next project is to scratch build a building for the main dock.
Sam
Good morning all. Now I'm undecided if I should scratch build a building for the main dock, or build a kit. I can't seem to come up with a design of a structure to scratch build. So I will ask for help from all the forum members. I would like to get suggestions from all you great modelers out there of any kit that might fit the location on the main dock. Working in HO scale, the foot print can not be any larger than 4"x 7" I welcome all suggestions.
Thank you
Sam
Sorry, I should have posted a picture of the main dock, but it's on page 2, the the second photo down.
Thanks
Sam
Hi Sam:
Looking good so far. I like the lighthouse.
Karl
Quote from: ollevon on July 26, 2014, 07:05:26 AM
Good morning all. Now I'm undecided if I should scratch build a building for the main dock, or build a kit. I can't seem to come up with a design of a structure to scratch build. So I will ask for help from all the forum members. I would like to get suggestions from all you great modelers out there of any kit that might fit the location on the main dock. Working in HO scale, the foot print can not be any larger than 4"x 7" I welcome all suggestions.
Thank you
Sam
How about Jeff's new kit Workman and Sons. If you need one quick,I can drop off my extra.
How you doing Dan? Workman and Sons I like the sound of that, what would the finished footprint be on that? I haven't seen that kit yet.
Sam
Sam, Workman's is based on this building outside the center of Georgetown Mass. the footprint of the model is 5 3/8ths x 2''. The loading docks add about an inch to width. Let me know if your interested and I'll drop one off tomorrow and you can replace it later. Jeff did a build thread under the "New Structure Kits" sub heading. Dan R.(https://modelersforum.com/1-old%20card%20007.JPG) (http://modelersforum.com/1-old%20card%20007.JPG)(https://modelersforum.com/1-old%20card%20005.JPG) (http://modelersforum.com/1-old%20card%20005.JPG)
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i'll vote for this one!
The Workmans were'nt persnickety - if it made more money, they'd switch to sellin' marine supplies!! ;D ;D ;D
Good Morning Sam,
I haven't had much time to look at what has been going on over the past few months but I ran across your build this morning. Reading and looking at the pics, you have done an outstanding job. I especially enjoy waterfront scenes. Keep up the good work and the pics coming. Thanks for sharing......
To put it simply, this is simply great! Love waterfront scenes. You are doing a great job of it!
Dave HWCRR
Seattle
Thank you guys I appreciate all comments, and Dan, thanks for the info on the Workman and Sons kit, that's a nice looking kit. I think I'm going to use an old I H C plastic kit that I am highly modifying to make a brick building into shake shingles building. still have to shingle the dormer roof, and then it will be ready to place on the diorama. I'll have a picture of it coming up very soon.
Sam
No problem Sam. ;D
Hello guys, I have my seafood processing plant building for the main dock all done, but for some reason or other, I can't seem to post a picture of it. Did something change about posting picture on this forum?
I haven't changed the way I post pictures. what happened.
Sam
Ok guys I think I got it. This is the I H C plastic building that I am going to use as the seafood processing plant that will be on the main dock. This kit was a brick structure that I covered with Campbell shingles, I think it came out fairly well, so I'm going with it.
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more photos to com as I move along.
Sam
Sam.........
What are those seal looking things on the roof? I guess I lack imagination.
see ya
Bob
Hi Bob, That seal looking thing is a lobsta.
Sam
Wow ! ! ! !
That one blew right past me.........
see ya
Bob
Here is a close up
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Sorry for the blur, I only have a cheap camera.
Sam
Hi Sam:
Looking good so far.
Karl
Thank you Karl, I'l keep plugging away at it. Must be done for the Expo. only 8 more months to go.
Sam
Good morning gang, Here is a view of one section of Snug Harbor. Things may be moved around a bit before I settle on the final placements of the boats. I'm still working on scenery in and around structures.
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Sam
Good morning all.
I'm still messing around with the placement of boats and structures. I will have pictures coming up soon.
Thanks,
Sam
Hi Sam, I'm new to this site and am also building a New England seaport called Snug Harbor started early this year and it's going to tie into my Elk River Logging RR. I will send pictures soon as I get a chance. Tom
That's great Tom, send me a PM and we can trade idea's
Sam
Hi Sam:
Here's a seafood type sign. Maybe you could use it on your harbor Bar/Restaurant.
Kark
That's a cool sign Kark, I like it a lot, thanks for that. I don't have a bar or pub on the Snug Harbor diorama, but I WILL use it on my layout.
Thanks again,
Sam
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Good afternoon all,
Here are some pic's of where I'm at so far. Now for the fun part, need to add the ground cover, roads, trees, lots of detail parts, make the back drop, and finely pour the water and work in the waves.
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Sam
Sorry the other pic's didn't post
OK here we go.
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Hi Sam:
I'm glad you liked the sign. I also see I can't spell my own name.
Karl
Good morning everyone,
Sorry for the delay of pictures, but I have been working on making a surf crashing on the rocks at the light house. I made three attempts at it so far but none of them looked convincing enough for me. I'm getting closer to what I want and hopefully I'll get pictures of it up soon. Stay tuned.
Sam
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Nicely done on the lighthouse.
Just a thought here. I have seen fiberglass fibers used with the catalyst, to make crashing waves. Also used as waterfall bases.
Dave HWCRR
Seattle
Thanks Dave. I been toying around with making my waves crash into the rock face by using the same stuff I used on this waterfall on my layout.
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This is a great time to get some of this stuff because it's the stuff people use to decorate their house for Halloween, to make it look like it's covered with spiderwebs. I think the waterfall came out pretty well. So when I get the crashing surf done, I will surely post pictures
If anyone is interested in how I made the waterfall just let me know, and I'll write up some instructions and post them here.
Thanks
Sam
Ahhh, nice waterfall!
Now for something different. I live in Seattle, so there are no shortages of sea gulls! Everywhere you want to walk, a seagull has already been there and left its mark.
I really like your harbor scene.
I have seen very few, model bird poo. As a matter of fact, ONCE! It was, actually, very effective. Your harbor scene, will definitely need some. :) ;) ::)!! But, as the younger generation says...NOT! :) :)
Dave HWCRR
Seattle
Thanks Dave,
From the far Northwest to the far Northeast, Your sooo right. There is no shortage of of seagulls. I am using one building from my old layout on this project, and as you can see there is B-D on the roof. The new kits I'm building, or built, are not fully weathered yet, but you can bet your bottom dollar there will be Do-Do. This is New England after-all. Thanks for picking-up on that.
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Sam
Good looking water fall Sam. I would be interested in the making of the water fall that you have done. Also any pictures of the work in progress would be nice. I think everyone here loves pictures. ;D
Bill
Nice build! I really like the lift bridge!
Thank you LongHornC
Sam
Good afternoon, I been working on the back side of Snug Harbor. Here are a few pictures of where I'm at.
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Still a long way to go before I can add the water. Just hope I can get this done by Expo time.
Have a good one
Sam
Very cool
Thanx
Bob
The wind is just starting to pick up. Another words I just started to build the surf crashing on the rocks at the light house. Next I will use Mod Podge gloss over the foam surf material and tease it up some, and after that dries I will finish it off with Invirotex . I did a few test for this, and this seems to be the best method and looks more realistic. I'll post the finished scene in a day or two.
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Sam
Hey Sam,
Is that cotton you used for the waves??
Thanks for sharing!
Alan
Looking mighty fine Sam!
Quote from: nextceo on October 29, 2014, 03:17:34 PM
Hey Sam,
Is that cotton you used for the waves??
Thanks for sharing!
Alan
Hi Alan,
No this is not cotton, this is the same stuff I used on my waterfall. Now that we are close to
Sorry hit the wrong key but what I was going to say is now that it's close to Halloween, you can pick some up at any department store, that sells Halloween stuff. This is what I have and it gos a long way. This is what I have left after I completed the waterfall.
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AS you can see this stuff is stretchable unlike cotton.
Sam
This is the first layer on the surf. when this cures I'll add another thin layer, and that should finish it.
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Sam
Very fine water affect. I have got to try this.
Good morning all, last night I added a small J L Innovative Design kit to Snug Harbor, but I am undecided if I want to keep it there or not. So I'm looking for some advice from you all on whether it should stay or go . The first photo is without .
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This is with.
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Thank you all in advance.
Sam
Looks good to me Sam.....gives it a busier look, more of a working waterfront. 8)
Looks like a keeper.
I like it - the more detail the better.
I think it adds to the scene as well, keep it.
Jeff
Sam,
Ditto to the other comments. It goes well with the rest of the structures.
Tom ;D
Well guys thank you all for your feedback. My wife strongly agrees with you all, so I think I better keep it.
Thank you
Sam
Hi Sam.
Just to come in with a slightly different tack. I like the new wharf a lot. It adds business and interest. I like the smaller structure on it, but the larger shed hides a great view of the raised structure behind, which is a very strong visual point. Can the larger structure be removed, or replaced with something the size of the smaller one, or the smaller one moved to where the bigger one presently is?
Really enjoying your thread, Sam. That spider web stuff is working a treat for your breaking waves!
Cheers, Mark.
Mark, thank you for your comments, let me try to explain the scene. The raised structure is in the foreground, which is the draw bridge tender's station. The new dock would be in the rear of that, so as you look at this scene, you are seeing it from the back side of the diorama.
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and thank you for your comment on the spider web breakers. they are not quit done yet, and there will be more on that later.
Sam
Good afternoon all, I made my last application on the breakers to the lighthouse.
Here is where I started.
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Then went to here.
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and this is the end result.
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The Invirotex hasn't fully cured yet, as it cures I will be teasing the fibers more until I can get it in a more convincing shape, and have the waves stand more upright.
The waves against the rocks are very convincing! I have a BIS Tidewater Wharf kit which I will add to a corner module for the Hub Division Railroad Club (see www.hubdiv.org) I believe the rock casting was an extra which I have now. When I am ready, I will definitely use your technique for breaking the waves onto the rocks. I am really enjoying your attention to every last detail, including the seagulls and do do.. I cannot wait to see the completed project.
Thank you Andy,
That technique is not very hard to do but you just have to wait until the Invirstex is getting stiff, which will take 6 to 8 hours. I suggest you glue down the webbing the night before. The webbing is like micro fiber but really not same. The next MORNING wet it down with Invirotex, wait until that evening to start teasing it up, using two tweezers one in each hand.
I did mine in two layers, meaning one in front of the other. So if you wish to do two layers you will need to do one get it done let it cure then do the other.
Good luck,
Sam
I'm almost ready to add the backdrop to Snug Harbor. Still needs a few more details before I can mount it.
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Sam
Sam,
I went back thru and reviewed your thread. I had a question about the attached picture. Are the rails and the bolts/bolt plates suppose to be red or be "rusty" looking? If they are suppose to be red...then great. But if they are suppose to be rusty looking, I suggest the following:
Goto this website:
http://www.bragdonent.com/smpic/item4.htm
Order the 3 different variations of Rust, 1 soot black, 1 grimy gray, 1 old yeller (yellow), 2 different browns and a white. Its going to cost you about $60 but it will be well worth it...and they will probably last you forever.
To apply these powders, you use a brush. They can be applied dry...but to get the really neat looking shades of rust, you going to want to layer the colors. To do that, youre going to want to dip your brush in water first before applying a color. After its applied, wait a few minutes to let it start to dry...then apply the next color. The same way, dip your brush into the water and then into the container of powder. When the powders dry, they can be brushed off and you can start over again if you don't like the look.
Just an idea...
Alan
Hi Alan,
No, they are not supposed to be red at all. Thanks for that observation, and also for the information. I don't have that brand of powders, I have the Bar-Mills powders; Are the not the same?
I will change it though. I don't want it to be red. Hopefully it has something to do with the lighting.
Thanks again,
Sam
Sam,
Yep, it could just be the lighting. In regards to Bar Mills powders, I would assume they are the same...Ive never used them before. What you're looking for is the various shades of rust.
Alan
Alan,
The more I look at it, the more I think your right, the color I used for rust is a little to consistent. It's just paint only, maybe I can get more variations by add powders to it in the way you suggested. I'll work on that and then post a photo of it.
Sam
Trying to get the rust color to not look so red.
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After Alan made the suggestion to use powders over the base coat, here's what I come up with.
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Thanks Alan,
Sam
Sam...
Consider this...
Start with a base color that is not red....... eg. rail brown. Then add rust powders to suit.
Also consider that what you see may not match what the camera and posting to this site sees.
see ya
Bob
Sam,
Definitely looks better. I would use some Gray or a little Black to tone down the "red/orange" color.
Alan
I finished the backdrop for Snug Harbor, next I'll add more detail to the docks, and then pour the water.
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Sam
Good afternoon everyone, Alan had suggested to me to post an update on my diorama. These pictures are all I have of the first coat of Mod Podge so far. I am now working on the 3rd coat which hasn't dried yet. , I will most likely end out with 10 coats of mod Podge. and then a coat of gloss sealer of some sort.
Sam
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Thanks for sharing...what type of brush did you use to apply the Modge Podge. Dave Frary recommends using a Mop brush but that always seems to produce bubbles on me.
Alan
Alan, I just been using a cheap china bristle brush. I didn't get any bubbles at all on the first and second coat, the 3rd coat is still drying. I'll keep you posted.
Sam
Good afternoon gang,
I been working on the water trying to get that rough choppy look to the inner harbor, this first picture didn't have the look I was looking for,so I played around with it a while,and the second picture is lot more of what I want, so I'll stick with that. Now I just need to add a few more details to the diorama and it will be done and ready for the Expo.
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Hope to see you all at the Expo
Sam
The water in the 2nd photo looks great! I like how you used a little white paint to make some waves.
Alan
Hi Folks, well the diorama is pretty much done, so while I'm waiting for the next two weeks or so for the Expo, I thought I just add a few more details like these seagulls flying around the lighthouse and a few more of the buildings.
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Sam
Congratulations to ollevon for taking Best of Show with Snug Harbor at Expo 2015.
Jaime
Well deserved against some very tough competition.
Jeff
Quote from: Zephyrus52246 on March 29, 2015, 08:50:19 AM
Well deserved against some very tough competition.
Jeff
Couldn't agree more. Very well deserved and very well done. Congratulations Sam! ;D ;D ;D
Quote from: ReadingBob on March 29, 2015, 10:19:06 AM
Quote from: Zephyrus52246 on March 29, 2015, 08:50:19 AM
Well deserved against some very tough competition.
Jeff
Couldn't agree more. Very well deserved and very well done. Congratulations Sam! ;D ;D ;D
Again, ditto to the above comments. Sam the harbor looks most impressive in person/virtual reality! Just magical looking and I was happy to see it up close.
Tom ;D
Way to Go Sam!!
Good afternoon all,
I want to give everyone who voted for my diorama, a huge THANK YOU. I just can't express how much it means to me. The other high point of my Expo experience was meeting all you fine craftsman and modelers. I'm just so glad I had that opportunity, I also feel I even made friends with some of you, and I want to thank Mike for the " Meet & Greet" segment he put together which made that happen: ( by the way Mike, thanks for the T-shirt ) That was a nice touch.
I want to give a big THANK YOU to Jaime for posting all those great pictures, and I forgive you for calling me Ron because, I made a mess of your name as well.
I plan on getting some pictures together as to where my diorama will go on my layout and I will post some from time to time as I move along. You haven't seen the last of Snug Harbor yet.
Now I can say Thank You friends and keep in touch. You too Raymo.
Sam
If your posting you've must have made it home safe. :D I'll see you in a few days.
Quote from: Raymo on March 29, 2015, 08:44:10 PM
If your posting you've must have made it home safe. :D I'll see you in a few days.
We made Dan, Thanks
Sam, what a work of art. I followed the build and I must say,the waves splashing against the rocks look real. I can almost smell the salt air. And congratulations for your well deserved award at the Expo. From what I saw of the pictures posted here, you were up against some pretty stiff competition. Wish I'd been there to see all of the fine exhibits. Alas, Colorado is a bit far away. Maybe I should look into starting a show like that here for the modelers here.
Sam's Best of Show diorama.
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Jaime
Sam:
Saw it at the Show. Glad you wond best of show. You very much deserved it.
Karl
I took this picture of Sam's prototype. Really Sam - there's water coming out of the bulge pump. Only a fisherman would know to add those details.
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Here are a couple more:
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Hey Thanks karl, I'm glad you liked it.
John, how you doing? Thanks for the pictures their great. I didn't forget to send you pictures of the rest of my layout, I'll get to it soon. I also owe pictures pictures to Alan (nexceo)
I'm working on it. Here are two
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The lower level is where the train enters the helix, the upper level is where it exits.
This next picture is part of a large section which sits over the helix
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But anyway I'll get more out later if you like.
Thanks guys
Sam
Sam
Congratulation's on your Best in Show win!
When I first saw it I was transfixed by how much content was in the harbour scene. I took an excessive number of pictures of the diorama to study and try to implement some day.
Marty
Quote from: martin.ojaste on April 03, 2015, 10:55:31 PM
Sam
Congratulation's on your Best in Show win!
When I first saw it I was transfixed by how much content was in the harbour scene. I took an excessive number of pictures of the diorama to study and try to implement some day.
Marty
Thanks Marty, your welcome to use any part or all of it you like. If you get to use any of it please post some pictures We all love pictures.
Sam
Sam, Congrats on your well deserved win!
The various water level photos of the wake of the lobster boat are amazing. I'd say they convey movement as realistically as any modeling I've seen. You and Troels Kirk really have that down!
John
Quote from: Cuse on April 05, 2015, 09:54:21 AM
Sam, Congrats on your well deserved win!
The various water level photos of the wake of the lobster boat are amazing. I'd say they convey movement as realistically as any modeling I've seen. You and Troels Kirk really have that down!
John
Thanks John, I appreciate your comments. I had a lot of fun building that diorama.
Sam
Congratulations Sam on a well deserved win. Hope you will attend the next Expo as I hope to attend as well. Maybe, just maybe, I will bump into you and some other great modelers and maybe just MAYBE some of your talents will rub off on me ....