Hey Der Folks!
For my second build, I will be doing Foley Towing by RailRoad Kits. (I wanted to build a kit from another manufacture) but I am waiting for the orders to be shipped.
I chose this kit for the reasons below:
- It's not a basic square kit, it has a little more complexity to it
- It uses shingles, I watched Jason Jensens tutorial, and I wanted to try something other than rolled roofing (I know I can use shingles on any kit, but these were included with this kit)
- It's not a clapboard siding kit
I am looking forward to this build, has it will be my first kit following only paper instructions. My first build had a DVD to follow along with, which was a big help. I did some testing of different colors, if anyone would like to give some feedback. I am leaning toward "Pale Green" has my choice, but I am open to any ideas.
-Steven
Steven I see you got the post problem fixed.
Nice little kit.
Should be a good build.
Jerry
Glad you're up to speed Steven.....I'll be looking in on this one. :)
Nice choice for a second build Steven. It should be a fun build. :D
Looks like fun, Steven. I am following. Pale green seems a good choice. I tend to avoid dark shades of most colors, as dark can swallow up details.
--Opa George
I'll be following.
In case anyone is interested, these are the brands of the colors.
-Steven
Steven,
The pale green is a good choice. I'm assuming you want the pale green on the exterior wall! A lighter color on small structures will look better than any dark color. Off white of white for the door and windows will compliment the walls.
Tom ;D
Hey Der Folks!
Bracing and A&I Wash completed. I think I am going to assemble all the wall pieces first, then airbrush the color this time. I did decide to go with Model Masters "Pale Green" for the main color. Please let me know if assembling the walls before painting will be OK.
-Steven
HI Steven,
Looks very good there. Of course you can assemble all walls then paint--your choice of technique that works best for you. Here is a tip: You want to watch out for the possibility of oozing glue, or getting any glue on the walls to be painted, though, as the finish will show it. Glue residue on wood causes the paint to react differently than on the rest of the surface. That is one of the main reasons for painting prior to assembly.
That is more of an important point for stain--as stain will not soak through glue as it does on wood. Paint will not be as fussy, but it may still show a bit of an effect. All a moot point if you are neat with your glue.
--Opa George
Quote from: Opa George on August 06, 2020, 03:36:22 PM
HI Steven,
Here is a tip: You want to watch out for the possibility of oozing glue, or getting any glue on the walls to be painted, though, as the finish will show it. Glue residue on wood causes the paint to react differently than on the rest of the surface. That is one of the main reasons for painting prior to assembly.
That is more of an important point for stain--as stain will not soak through glue as it does on wood. Paint will not be as fussy, but it may still show a bit of an effect. All a moot point if you are neat with your glue.
--Opa George
Thank you for the Tip! I do tend to be a bit messy at times lol.
-Steven
Hey Der Folks!
Walls are up! This kit has been a bit of a challenge, the instructions are not labeled correctly (although it's easy to figure out), and getting the peak located took a bit of time. Please understand, this is not a complaint, just my experience has a new kit builder. I enjoy the challenge, and I am having a blast with this this build. Next up paint, I decided to try building the kit first, then paint this time to see the differances in the two processes.
-Steven
Looking good Steven!
You'll find that the quality/detail of the instructions varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and even from kit to kit within the same manufacturer. Quite some time ago I did a test build for Jimmy and posted it on the forum. I think my build became Jimmy's instructions for which ever kit it was I was build for him at the time (I can't recall which ::)). Some of the very best instructions, IMHO, are the ones found in Fine Scale Miniature kits even though I've heard George say that writing instructions was the one part of the process he really didn't care for.
Coming on nicely, Steven.
I'm definitely a fan of painting wood walls before assembly. However, with plaster, white metal, plastic and resin I assemble first and then paint.
Cheers, Mark.
Nice progress, Steven. This will be a little gem when you are done.
I have come to really appreciate and enjoy kits that present building challenges. There is the satisfaction that comes from solving a problem, or successfully completing a particularly tough step. There is also the mental challenge of reading through, planning steps, looking ahead and organizing work. Sometimes it's not unlike working a difficult jigsaw puzzle.
Of course if a challenge turns into frustration because of poor kit design, that is the opposite of what I want from a kit. I have yet to encounter a kit that is truly poorly designed, although I know they are out there. The most challenging kit I have built is Builders In Scale Tidewater Wharf. In particular, getting the clerestory roof onto the boat repair building. In fact, the designer wrote in the kit instructions that he expected hate mail with regard to that step--so I can't say I wasn't warned. Yet the end result was absolutely worth the effort.
Keep up the great effort--this is turning out nicely.
--Opa George
I agree with George, your building is coming along really well.
Jim D
Hey Der Folks!
Applied paint, next up is installing the windows and doors, and some light weathering. I'm planning on doing light weathering in this build, and not a "rustic" run down look>
-Steven
Her Der Folks!
Windows, Doors installed, and added a wash over the entire kit. Next up, the roof, and garage door. This kit is turning out to be a "experimental" build, where I am trying different techniques.
-Steven
Steven,
Nicely weathered walls.
Tom ;D
Doing great so far. Thank you for sharing.
ed
Steven,
Looking good. Soon you will have a nice group of structures to display.
Tommy
Looks great Steven.
Looking good Steve! Keep the progress pics coming.
Nice job. You seem to be getting it down. I don't remember if you did this on your last build but you might want to try some chalk weathering on this structure. I found that made a big difference in my modeling efforts. Always remember that if you use a light touch, you can always go back and add more. This applies to painting and weathering. Too heavy a touch and it's time to start all over.
;D ;D ;D
Was not happy with my first attempt at doing shingles, so I replaced it with rolled roofing. I did learn what NOT to do when installing shingles lol. Not really happy with how this kit build is turning out so far, but I am learning a lot.
-Steven
Nice build. I personally liked the shingles best but since it's yours then it's what looks best to you. ;D
Quote from: PRR Modeler on August 25, 2020, 03:08:28 PM
Nice build. I personally liked the shingles best but since it's yours then it's what looks best to you. ;D
I like the shingles better also, I think it was the color that was throwing me off. These were "pre-printed" from KC's Workshop. I specifically chose this kit has a 2nd build because I wanted to use shingles. The kit included them, but they need to be painted, also, I have a scratch build in mind for them. I did learn a lot when working with them, and I'm looking forward to having a go at it again.
-Steven
Hey Steven:
I see what you mean. I like the rolled roofing better also.
Karl
Hey Der Folks!
I started to do some weathering, and added a couple of signs. Not sure if I am going to add the roof sign yet. Still need to add some layers of weathering, and work on the back side of structure.
-Steven
Dang Steven! That looks great. You're really way ahead of the curve with this stuff. ;D
Very nice detailing.
Looking good Steven!
The weathering is looking really good, Steven.
Its really transformed the roof.
Cheers, Mark.
Very nicely done.
Karl
I like the weathering, came out great.
Jim D
Thank You folks, for all the nice feedback snd comments! It's because of these kind comments, and suggestions that is helping me take my builds to the next level. I always appreciate any kind of feedback and critiques, as well has any tips on how you would have done something different. This how us new builders can improve their skills, and eventually share what we have learned with other new folks coming in to the hobby.
-Steven
Steven,
The rolled roofing looks better on this type structure, I prefer this over the shingles. The weathering is very nice.
For a second build, like Bob said, you are ahead of the learning curve.
Well done.
Tom ;D