Olympia 2, The Log Blog: Part 18 – Log Pond Resin

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode of the Olympia Logging Co. On30 layout expansion blog, David finally gets to add water to the log pond! But first you’ll see what essential scenery preparations need to be completed — all before he can mix and pour a […]

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Canadian Canyons Series: Kamloops Lake Water, Part 3

Locomotive on Canadian Canyons layout

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page In the final segment of the Kamloops Lake Water mini-series, David shows how to add surface water effects atop the plexiglas. The secret to his successful technique can be found in a jar of Woodland Scenic Water Waves — and knowing just how […]

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City Terminal & Transfer Series: Episode 11 Starting Scenery

Scenery for our O gauge CT&T Railway gets started! Kent shows how to prep and paint the tunnel, install retaining walls, and add coarse ground covering. David then shares a technique for making realistic rock outcroppings using Sculptamold and rubber rock molds. […]

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Canadian Canyons Series: Kamloops Lake Water, Part 2

Eric White next to layout

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page David has the plexiglas water installed in the Kamloops Lake scene of our Canadian Canyons N scale project layout. Now Eric White can begin installing the stone wall along the waterfront. Follow along as he shows how to prep, paint, and then place […]

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The Silver Rail Club’s 200th video

Silver Rail Club's 200th video

Name: Peter Martens Forum User Name: Peter_J_M Railroad Name: The Silver Rail Club Location: Cumberland, Virginia Scale: O-scale Theme: Our 200th video! Description: Since 2007, the Silver Rail Club has provided fun and engaging model train activities for seniors, veterans, their families and the general public. We truly have 3-rail, O-scale to-go as we enjoy […]

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Olympia 2, The Log Blog: Part 17 – On a Hot Tin Roof

David Popp in the workshop

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page David’s scratchbuilt sawmill needed a roof. So in this episode of his Olympia Logging Co. On30 layout expansion blog, he’ll share how to model a tin roof using corrugated styrene sheet. Watch and learn how to measure, cut, install, paint, and weather the […]

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Canadian Canyons Series: Kamloops Lake Water, Part 1

David Popp next to layout scenery

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Work on the Canadian Canyons scenery keeps rolling forward. An all-star trio (David, Eric, and Kent) takes on the task of modeling the seldom viewed right-of-way along Kamloops Lake, complete with stone arch viaducts, red rock cliffs, and murky lake water. See how […]

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