Canadian Pacific RS3

[sailormatlac]

I followed Steve's thread about is CF engine. I first applied a light pale oil wash made of raw umber and white. I almost wiped it out completely. It was followed by a burnt umber and black wash to make details pop out. When it was dry, I used black pastel chalk to dust the rood and horizontal surfaces. Everything was then sealed with dullcote. Then, I added another layer of pastel chalk to complete the job, using various tone to give more depth. I hate when a model just looks like it had been dipped in a black pool. Dust was also applyed to running board and lower body. I didn't seal this layer. When weathering, I often don't seal the last layer of chalk to keep a dust look. It gives also different shades and finishes, making the model more realistic in my opinion. I've been doing it for 2-3 years now and don't see problems when handling it.



Trucks were airbrushed with acrylic washes. Brake cylinders, bearings and springs were touched up with oil paint. A light coat of pastel completed the job.

Finally, lenses were added to the marker lamps.













Matt