by mike | Sep 19, 2022 | Modeling Techniques, The Art of The Craft, The Modeling Conversation, Uncategorized |
How we model and the standards we apply are a choice each of us makes. These are part of mine. This is an exercise piece to develop my skills in making multiple parts to a specific dimension, soldering and learning to work with more precision. The material is...
by mike | Oct 12, 2021 | Modeling Techniques, PS2CD 4427, The Modeling Conversation, The P48 Experience |
Before going further with the end cages, I need to complete work on the car sides and roof. Car Side DetailsNear the top of the side panels there is a distinct shadow line that is clearly visible in most of my reference photos. As far as I can tell this is a large...
by mike | Oct 6, 2021 | Modeling Techniques, PS2CD 4427, The Modeling Conversation, The P48 Experience
Scratchbuilding is 99% problem solving, especially when working with unfamiliar materials. You’re learning the characteristics of a material such as plastic or brass and how to successfully work with it. At the same time, you’re working out the best techniques and...
by mike | Sep 28, 2021 | Modeling Techniques, PS2CD 4427, The Modeling Conversation, The P48 Experience |
The bulk of my time at the workbench is spent figuring out how to do something. Working out fabrication techniques and the sequence of the steps involved is ninety percent of the battle for me. Once that’s done, actually making the part is usually straightforward....
by mike | Aug 18, 2021 | Modeling Techniques, The Modeling Conversation, The P48 Experience
A simple jig and shift in mindset make a difficult part easier. After a long break, I’ve started work on the end cages for the Pullman Standard covered hopper. These assemblies intimidated me for a long time, as there are lots of delicate pieces. Given the highly...
