The Atlantic and Southern Build, Part 1

[ACL1504]

Here is a view of the dirt road. Notice how it goes down in the back and fades into the backdrop? When viewed it gives the appearance of going off in the distance. At least that was my intent. You be the judge here. I like it but it doesn't mean it looks the same to others. I believe this would be referred to as forced perspective.





Well, I see the Langford's are going down the dirt road. They have no idea it stops at the bottom of the tree line.

[ACL1504]

Tom, nice job on reforestation, the trees blend right into the backdrop perfectly. Can't tell where one stops and the other starts.

Andy,

Thank you for the kinds words and support. This has really got my juices flowing again. I haven't done any scenery for quite some time.

Tom

[ACL1504]

Yep, I knew they had to turn around.



From here on out, I'll just add many photos of the overall area of the three hills. I still need to add the road, add more scenery, add two track crossings, etc. Oh yes, and finish the two scratch built Cracker houses.

[ACL1504]

[ak-milw]

Filling up nicely, one of the main reasons I didn't cove my corners, more land.

[Erieman]

Tom,

Now that we are back from New York, I can take a good look at your progress on a bigger screen. Absolutely awesome. The backdrop and the foreground foliage make a beautiful scene. Very impressive indeed. The dirt and ground foam match the scene exceptionally well. It takes a long time to put in scenery. I know! Beautiful job my friend.

Frank / Erieman

[tct855]

Tom,
          I'm going to copy cat Frank!  Ditto...  Thanx Thom...

[jimmillho]

Can't wait to see it in person.

Jim

[PennsyJ1]

No surprise Butty, Looks good! I know your having fun.

Bill

[ACL1504]

Filling up nicely, one of the main reasons I didn't cove my corners, more land.

Andy,

Thanks for stopping by. I coved the corners on an old layout and lost quite a bit of room. Cliff Powers, Magnolia, Alabama & Gulf doesn't cove his corners for the same reason. Below is one of his corners.

Tom

[ACL1504]

Tom,

Now that we are back from New York, I can take a good look at your progress on a bigger screen. Absolutely awesome. The backdrop and the foreground foliage make a beautiful scene. Very impressive indeed. The dirt and ground foam match the scene exceptionally well. It takes a long time to put in scenery. I know! Beautiful job my friend.

Frank / Erieman

Afternoon Frank,

Thank you for the kind words on the scenery. It has been great fun to get back in to it. As you know, scenery does take time if you want it to look natural.

Tom

[ACL1504]

Tom,
          I'm going to copy cat Frank!  Ditto...  Thanx Thom...

Thom,

I'll copy you in the "ditto" thanks.

Tom

[ACL1504]

Can't wait to see it in person.

Jim

Butty Jim,

Come by anytime. You know where I'll be. If not, I'll be right back.

Tom

[ACL1504]

No surprise Butty, Looks good! I know your having fun.

Bill

Butty Bill,

Thanks, much appreciated. This corner is going to be one of many focal points on the layout.

Tom

[ACL1504]

I've been working on the Cracker houses and the main highway around Eaton's Curve. I should have something to report and show later this afternoon or evening.

Tom