Build Challenge 2016 - ITLA Scale Models DV Ross & Co

[Bobby]

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.

[EricQuebec]

Nice effect on the sidewalk !!!

Eric Quebec city

[Twopoint2]

Bobby very nice build and great job on the weathering.

[Bobby]

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.

[ACL1504]

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

[Zephyrus52246]

Great job on the brickwork.  Nice structure.

Jeff

[Bobby]

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

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....

[Bobby]

Great job on the brickwork.  Nice structure.

Jeff

Thanks Jeff!!

[postalkarl]

Hi Bobby:

All I can say is WOW. These kits are really cool. I may have to get a few of them.

Karl

[Mark Dalrymple]

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.

[MAP]

Excellent build Bobby! 

[Rail and Tie]

That building looks great! very well done mate!

[GPdemayo]

Great work Bobby.....I've enjoyed watching your progress. 

[Bobby]

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!

[rpdylan]

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.