https://bigbluetrains.com/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:45:08 +0000 MyBB https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=7956 Thu, 07 Jan 2016 19:17:13 +0000 Graffen]]> https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=7956 This is my new project.
The Model Masterpieces D&RG 60' Gallows turntable in HOn3.



I will, also build the Como Roundhouse to complete the scene.
The drive for the turntable will be a step motor with full indexing. It is a system developed by a friend of mine and very fool proof!
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I bought this kit second hand, and it misses the spider gear housing...
I will try to make a new by 3D printing it.

This is a good plan showing how I will do the drive:

(courtesy of Carrie Creek)

I started the build by staining and adding grain to the wood. The stain is Isopropyl alcohol and wiper fluid mixed with vallejo burnt umber and black.



After it dries, I will lightly sand them to remove the fuzz.
More to come soon!]]> This is my new project.
The Model Masterpieces D&RG 60' Gallows turntable in HOn3.



I will, also build the Como Roundhouse to complete the scene.
The drive for the turntable will be a step motor with full indexing. It is a system developed by a friend of mine and very fool proof!
[]

I bought this kit second hand, and it misses the spider gear housing...
I will try to make a new by 3D printing it.

This is a good plan showing how I will do the drive:

(courtesy of Carrie Creek)

I started the build by staining and adding grain to the wood. The stain is Isopropyl alcohol and wiper fluid mixed with vallejo burnt umber and black.



After it dries, I will lightly sand them to remove the fuzz.
More to come soon!]]> https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=5133 Sun, 10 Jun 2012 01:26:19 +0000 MasonJar]]> https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=5133
Modest to a fault, Gary is convinced that anyone can replicate what he has done with some time and practice. To that end, he has put together this "how-to". Originally presented to his local club, his detailed presentation is now here at Big Blue.

It is bittersweet that we present this fantastic tutorial a year following the sudden passing of biL Marsland. Gary gives a lot of the credit for his success to biL - a life-long artist and designer - who in his short time at Big Blue inspired many, and freely gave guidance and support to Gary and all those following his many threads.


Table of Contents - Click to jump to each section:

0. Introduction & Overall Process
1. Finding Prototype Scenes
2. Obtain Photos
3. Edit, Print, and Splice Photos
- Experiment with Photos
- Tape Photos Together
4. Draw Outlines
5. Paint the Major Areas and Details
- Paint Consistency
- Dry-brush Technique
- Is Black Really Black?
- Notes on Painting Techniques 1
- Notes on Painting Techniques 2
6. Shadow and Light
7. Light Blue Wash
8. Hiding the Layout / Backdrop Junction
9. Final Thoughts


Gary's Threads

Original Building
WOOHOO! Good weather = time to build

Painting Threads
Backdrop at the Team Track
Backdrop - Houston Skylines
Backdrop at Mason Park Bridge
Adventures in Perspective]]>
Modest to a fault, Gary is convinced that anyone can replicate what he has done with some time and practice. To that end, he has put together this "how-to". Originally presented to his local club, his detailed presentation is now here at Big Blue.

It is bittersweet that we present this fantastic tutorial a year following the sudden passing of biL Marsland. Gary gives a lot of the credit for his success to biL - a life-long artist and designer - who in his short time at Big Blue inspired many, and freely gave guidance and support to Gary and all those following his many threads.


Table of Contents - Click to jump to each section:

0. Introduction & Overall Process
1. Finding Prototype Scenes
2. Obtain Photos
3. Edit, Print, and Splice Photos
- Experiment with Photos
- Tape Photos Together
4. Draw Outlines
5. Paint the Major Areas and Details
- Paint Consistency
- Dry-brush Technique
- Is Black Really Black?
- Notes on Painting Techniques 1
- Notes on Painting Techniques 2
6. Shadow and Light
7. Light Blue Wash
8. Hiding the Layout / Backdrop Junction
9. Final Thoughts


Gary's Threads

Original Building
WOOHOO! Good weather = time to build

Painting Threads
Backdrop at the Team Track
Backdrop - Houston Skylines
Backdrop at Mason Park Bridge
Adventures in Perspective]]> https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=8940 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 01:35:18 +0000 e-paw]]> https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=8940 https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=4486 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 14:09:53 +0000 Academy Staff]]> https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=4486 https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=4395 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 22:21:11 +0000 Academy Staff]]> https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=4395 https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=4394 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 16:36:29 +0000 Academy Staff]]> https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=4394 https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=4372 Sat, 27 Aug 2011 18:33:22 +0000 TrainClown]]> https://bigbluetrains.com/showthread.php?tid=4372

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Here is the truck with the modified frame. You can see the duels drying in the background.


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Here is the card stock frame for the living quarters.


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Here is the truck in paint.


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The camper with boards. The wood is left over from other projects.


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  14paintboardson.jpg (Size: 48 KB / Downloads: 2792)

Here is the truck with the modified frame. You can see the duels drying in the background.


  13truckinpaint.jpg (Size: 27.88 KB / Downloads: 2708)


Here is the card stock frame for the living quarters.


  12rawframebox.jpg (Size: 37 KB / Downloads: 2672)

Here is the truck in paint.


  11rawframe.jpg (Size: 25.99 KB / Downloads: 2718)

The camper with boards. The wood is left over from other projects.


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