Patrick, For the structures, the larger building front is individual boards. The smaller structures are kits with sheet stock. The larger structure was built by @Jim James and was a gift from the Zalma Branch. For the other structures (which are wood kits), I attempted to match Jim's weathering, and used a Tamiya gray primer and then a very light misting of matte white from Tamiya. Then I used some craft paints and the techniques from Jason Jensen on YouTube. He has a nice "How-To" play list including this video that is probably most relevant: I used some rust colored and green washes (Vallejo) and Pan Pastels for additional weathering, including the metal roofs. Hope this helps, -Bob T.
Its a cold early January morning at the Blue Front Bakery in Weir City. The crew is in the back baking away and a warm stove will greet customers come sunrise. Happy New Year All!
Getting real close to completing this structure. This is a Mine Mount Models kit, that they sell as "Wilson's Fine Mustard." I have been building this out for 2-3 months as the "Kansas and Texas Supply Company" for Weir City. A "Kansas and Texas Store" or "Kansas and Texas Supply" appears in several old newspaper ads. It needs a few more trim and roof details, but pretty close to calling it done. This is posed on a diorama, as the Weir City section of the layout is not currently set up in the train room (garage).
Incredible work as always Bob. I think you could slap a old time photo filter on that and pass it off as real.
RJ- can the micro lux railbrown paint be brushed onto the rail or does it need to be sprayed. Thank you Tony LaLumia
Tony, I spray with an airbrush, but I am sure it can be painted with a brush. I use a micro brush to touch up areas. You might have to make a couple of passes. -Bob T.
Thanks all for the kind replies here. I will try to finish up a few details this week and call it done! -Bob T.
