Scenic Modelling
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Scenic Modelling
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Author : John de Frayssinet
language : en
Publisher: Crowood
Release Date : 2013-04-22
Scenic Modelling written by John de Frayssinet and has been published by Crowood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-04-22 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
This invaluable and well-illustrated book describes landscape modelling from a new perspective. It explains in detail how to design and construct a model railway in a convincing and pleasing landscape. The author has always considered that model railway dioramas are an art form and this book is brimming with advice and tips that will allow the modeller to create true-to-life landscapes. Important aspects of all stages of construction are covered, including the building of satisfactory baseboards, topography and ground cover, modelling lakes and waterfalls, and making realistic trees. The author argues that a good model railway is one that is placed in an accurate and realistic landscape which, after all, was there first, and he contends that scenic modelling is not just a means to fill up the gaps in between track work; rather it is essential in creating the perfect backdrop, enabling model locomotives and rolling stock to be displayed convincingly. A remarkable book and describes landscape modelling from a new perspective. Essential reading for all serious railway modellers. Brimming with advice and tips that allows the modeller to create true-to-life landscapes. Superbly illustrated with 230 colour photographs. John de Frayssinet is a professional railway modeller and has written extensively for model railway magazines.
Essential Model Railroad Scenery Techniques
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Author : Pelle K. Soeborg
language : en
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Release Date : 2009
Essential Model Railroad Scenery Techniques written by Pelle K. Soeborg and has been published by Kalmbach Publishing, Co. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Learn how to construct the most common forms of scenery: mountains, deserts, rural areas, and city scenes. This book provides essential scenery tips and techniques through highly detailed photos and step-by-step instructions.
Modelling Railway Scenery Volume 2
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Author : Anthony A Reeves
language : en
Publisher: Crowood
Release Date : 2015-04-30
Modelling Railway Scenery Volume 2 written by Anthony A Reeves and has been published by Crowood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-04-30 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Whether you are just about to embark on your scenic modelling journey, or want to re-work an existing layout, this clearly written volume will be invaluable. The author guides you through the process of collecting field-trip information, both written and photographic, and then demonstrates, using step-by-step instructions, how the colours, textures and features depicted in the reference photographs can be replicated to create a wonderful model landscape. The author describes in detail the modelling techniques he employs to create long and short grass, crop, fallow and freshly ploughed fields, trimmed hedges, mature hedgerows, hedgerow trees, broadland trees in summer, Scots pine trees, silver birch, autumn and winter trees, as well as dead and fallen trees and trees in half relief. Finally, he brings together all the features that have been covered in the book and describes the building of a scale model representation of the field trip photographs in the form of a 3 x 2 ft diorama. Aimed at all those railway modellers who wish to create attractive, realistic scenery for their layouts, brimming with advice and tips and with over four hundred inspirational reference colour images and colour instructional photographs. A sister volume to Modelling Railway Scenery Volume 1 - Cuttings, Hills, Mountains, Streams and Lakes (Crowood 2013).
Modelling Railway Scenery
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Author : Anthony Reeves
language : en
Publisher: Crowood
Release Date : 2014-01-31
Modelling Railway Scenery written by Anthony Reeves and has been published by Crowood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-31 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Whether you are just starting out in the hobby of scenic railway modelling, or are more experienced and are revamping an existing layout, this invaluable instructional volume will guide you through the art of using basic materials to create wonderful model scenery. Brimming with practical advice and tips, the book shows you how to create realistic cuttings, natural rocky outcrops, grassy hillsides, steep cliff faces, waterfalls, streams and lakes, as well as weeds, plants and foliage. Containing over 300 step-by-step colour photographs, this remarkable volume covers the tools and materials you will need and fully explains the modelling techniques that are required.This fascinating book is essential reading for all those railway modellers who wish to create attractive and realistic scenery for their model railway layouts. Superbly illustrated with over 313 colour step-by-step photographs.
How To Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery
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Author : Dave Frary
language : en
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Release Date : 2005
How To Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery written by Dave Frary and has been published by Kalmbach Publishing, Co. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Featuring today's newest products and equipment, this photo-packed guide features contemporary images of diesel locomotives and urban settings, plus updates to Dave's trademark scenery "recipes." Includes new chapters on Western scenery and desert modeling, and city scenery and urban settings.
Modelling Signal Boxes For Railway Layouts
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Author : Terry Booker
language : en
Publisher: The Crowood Press
Release Date : 2017-04-03
Modelling Signal Boxes For Railway Layouts written by Terry Booker and has been published by The Crowood Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-04-03 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
It is hard to imagine a model railway layout without a signal box somewhere along the line. They were, after all, the most numerous of the steam-era buildings, and some were almost as old as the railways themselves, dating back to the mid-1800s. With the increased availability of signal box kits and ready-to-site versions, this book provides an invaluable and timely guide to just which box is right for your layout. More than twenty model signal boxes are featured in actual layout locations in the book along with forty kits and projects from Alphagraphix and Bilteezi to the latest in downloads and laser-cut kits, specially constructed with detailed and illustrated step-by-step instructions. Tips, hints and useful advice on tools and adhesives is offered along with how to scratch-build your own signal boxes using different methods and materials. Superbly illustrated with 425 colour and black & white photographs.
Modelling Tunnels Embankments Walls And Fences For Model Railways
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Author : David Tisdale
language : en
Publisher: The Crowood Press
Release Date : 2017-08-31
Modelling Tunnels Embankments Walls And Fences For Model Railways written by David Tisdale and has been published by The Crowood Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-08-31 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Whether in a rural or urban setting, the addition of railway infrastructure can transform a train set into a railway layout. Modelling Tunnels, Embankments, Walls and Fences for Model Railways demonstrates how to build these essential features and place them into a railway layout. It describes the unique challenges, techniques and materials for each element, and provides plenty of practical advice on how to realistically model these crucial aspects of a landscape. Topics include: incorporating topographical features into a layout, from planning to execution; the importance of baseboard construction and track laying when modelling a landscape; practical considerations and techniques for building tunnels; the use of vegetation, animals and small buildings to bring layouts to life and finally, the use of ready-to-plant items, and kit- and scratch-building techniques. An essential guide to creating realistic infrastructure that will be of great interest to railway modellers who have progressed to the stage of making their own scenery and geographical features. Superbly illustrated with 330 colour photographs.
Modelling The Midland Region From 1948
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Author : Colin Boocock
language : en
Publisher: The Crowood Press
Release Date : 2019-05-31
Modelling The Midland Region From 1948 written by Colin Boocock and has been published by The Crowood Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-05-31 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
The London Midland Region covered a huge part of England from London to the north and north west, from the Scottish borders into the south west. It served huge metropolitan cities and towns, supported heavy industry, and ran through areas of outstanding natural beauty such as the Peak District and Lake District. Modelling the Midland Region from 1948 is an essential guide to creating your own model based on the London Midland Region of the British Railways era. It covers the history of the London Midland Region; British Rail and LMS locomotives; passenger and goods rolling stock; structures and scenery unique to the region, and signalling and electrification. The authors of this book are trustees of the charity Famous Trains model railway and directors of its operating company Famous Trains Ltd. An essential guide to creating your own model based on the London Midland region, for all scales and levels of interest, and fully illustrated with 232 colour photographs and 15 diagrams.
Making Rural Buildings For Model Railways
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Author : David Wright
language : en
Publisher: Crowood
Release Date : 2013-04-22
Making Rural Buildings For Model Railways written by David Wright and has been published by Crowood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-04-22 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
This invaluable, well-illustrated book is essential reading for all those who are interested in developing their modelling skills and creating realistic models of country houses, cottages and farm buildings for their railway layouts. The author encourages and inspires the reader and, moreover, emphasizes that railway modellers can achieve their objectives without purchasing expensive materials. Indeed, all the materials recommended in the book are either recycled or can be obtained quite cheaply.Topics covered include: The materials and equipment required to build models; Modelling methods and construction techniques; Painting, weathering and finishing; Creating a sympathetic setting for your models; Improving kits and 'off-the-shelf' models. The author presents in detail three different rural, scratch-built projects and , in a separate appendix, provides a colour reference guide, thus enabling the modeller to apply the correct colours and shades in order to create authentic and convincing-looking model buildings. An invaluable guide which provides all the information required to create convincing models of rural buildings. Aimed at all those interested in railway modelling whatever their level of ability, and those interested in modelling in general rather than in just railway modelling. Materials and equipment, modelling methods and construction techniques are covered. Superbly illustrated with 320 colour step-by-step photographs and diagrams. David Wright is a professional artist and model maker and provides hands-on experience at railway modelling workshops.
Creating A Military Modelling Diorama
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Author : Terry Booker
language : en
Publisher: The Crowood Press
Release Date : 2021-07-26
Creating A Military Modelling Diorama written by Terry Booker and has been published by The Crowood Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-07-26 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Creating a diorama offers modellers a chance to display their figures and vehicles in a realistic setting, often providing a 'snapshot' of a moment in history. This book provides step-by-step instructions on how to plan, design and build a diorama and is suitable for new and more experienced modellers. With over 270 colour photographs, it considers all scales from 1/87 (H0) to 1/32 and their implications for the diorama builder. The importance of research to ensure historical accuracy is emphasized. Advice is given on the creation of dioramas in different scales and sizes. It demonstrates the techniques required to achieve effective results for landscapes, terrain and vegetation. Finally, examples are included from the Napoleonic Wars, American Civil War, World War I and World War II.