“Rocky Point Harbor” - an F&SM Tribute

[postalkarl]

Hey Rusty:

Very very very well done. I just can't wait to see more.

Karl

[PRR Modeler]

Beautifully done.

[Keep It Rusty]

Karl, Curt — thank you, as always, for your kind words. I'm so glad you like it.

[Jerry]

Keeps getting with each new building.  beautiful work.


Jerry

[ReadingBob]

G.S Scale Supplies is simply stunning!      

[GPdemayo]

Love the latest entry also Craig.....great work. 

[Keep It Rusty]

Jerry, Bob, Greg — thank you for stopping by. I couldn't be more grateful for your kind words and encouragement.

You are all a big part of why I love this hobby so much.

[dick green]

Greg

awesome structure in every way You are inspiring me to go deeper into the story
Thanks
Dick

[postalkarl]

Hey Craig:

OMG all I can say is WOWWIE!!!!!!!

Karl

[Keep It Rusty]

Dick — thank you! Once all the structures are done there will be a larger story tying everything together. Can't wait to realize it so I can share it with you all.

Karl — you are very kind. Your work continues to inspire me so I'm thrilled you're enjoying it!

[Rail and Tie]

Absolutely Top Drawer! 100% full points on all of these buildings.


What color/technique did you use on the roof cyclone.  Very convincing metal finish.

[Keep It Rusty]

Darryl -- thank you kindly!

For the cyclone, it was painted with a simple metallic paint that was later covered with a black wash (Vallejo or Citadel, typically). If I'm using Acrylics, I tend to avoid using my alcohol & ink mix as it can really disturb the paint, given Acrylics are generally water-based.

For the rust, three craft paints were sponged on, concentrating to the edges of the cyclone and bends in pipes. First, a yellow ochre in very small amounts. Followed by a pumpkin orange, also in small amounts. Finally, a dark brown in larger amounts to ties everything together (simulating a deeper rust).

It's a very simple but very effective technique.

[Keep It Rusty]

For thread posterity, find both the URL link to my "Izzy Fish Co" build thread:

http://modelersforum.com/index.php?topic=5589

And a repost of the finished build photos:

Please note: the blank windows are to be covered by Saulenas' Tavern and, therefore, intentionally left unfinished.























Up next will be the "Fine Scale Miniatures" building, which was a modified kit from Crow River/Hobby Gallery called the "Union Dredging Building". In this tribute, it is no longer the FSM building and something new — I already have the sign made up.

More soon.

[craftsmankits]

Great modeling.  Love the look and feel. 

Mark

[Oldguy]

That is so cool!