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Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode of the Log Blog, David applies small patches of static grass to the Olympia Logging Co. On30 layout using the Peco Pro-Grass Precision Applicator. He also installs switch stands to the turnouts. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Time for the resin pour to proceed along the Thompson River section of our N scale layout. David works through the steps for calculating, mixing, tinting, and then pouring the initial batch of Deep Pour Water from Woodland Scenics. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page With structures and background scenery now in place on the Thompson Canyon of our N scale layout, David jumps to the tasks of completing foreground scenery and modeling the unique characteristics of the glacial river water. See how David gets the plywood base […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page This time it’s all about the details that David is adding to the Olympia Logging Co. On30 layout extension! Follow along as he share insights for installing fascia-mounted throttle panels and small fixtures/furniture for his structures, plus tips on painting figures. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page MR’s Steve Otte shows off the various kitbashed and scratchbuilt structures he assembled to represent the rail-served tie treatment plant on our Canadian Canyons N scale layout. Steve explains the origins of his structures and details that help complete this signature scene. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page MR’s Eric White returns to the N scale Thompson River Canyon scene to install the structures and scenery that shape our representation of a large plywood plant. Eric shows how capturing key signature elements of a scene sure beats attempting to add each […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page It’s back to the blog for David! But not before he cleans up his workbench to make room to work on the company houses he’s installing along the pond. In this episode of the Olympia Logging Co. On30 layout expansion series, David shares […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page David and Drew continue painting, flocking, and planting the trees used to complete their signature forest fire scene along the Thompson River Canyon on our Canadian Canyons N scale layout. No small detail is overlooked! […]
In this installment of our O gauge City Terminal & Transfer Railway series, David Popp and Jenny Maaske work to add those little details that go a long way towards making The Big City appear more like a bustling metropolis. The two share tips for installing figures, adding stripes to the roadway, and more! […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page David Popp and Drew Halverson work to add a signature forest fire scene to the Thompson River Canyon on our Canadian Canyons N scale layout. Even without incorporating animated fire or smoke effects, the guys show how use of subtle color and scenery […]
In this installment of the O gauge CT&T Railway Series, David plays with paints to apply appropriate colors to The Big City sidewalks and a rock formation found along the tracks. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page The rock walls along the Thompson River Canyon are characterized by rugged, eroding formations that appear in a multitude of colors. In this video, Kent shares his techniques for adding realistic color to the wall of our Canadian Canyons N scale layout using […]
