Finished the backdrop for my radio tower. The backdrop is made from layers of foam board and heavy matte board that I pinned to the wall. The different layers were first painted green (wish I had used flat black), then covered with Woodland Scenic clumped foliage that I chopped up in our blender. I used three different shades of green, one for each hill relief. No spotlights on this area, so I think I will live with the results. I also added a tunnel portal and some tall trees and other greenery in an attempt to hide the mirror. I think I will consider this project done for now as I have to turn my attention to a new eBay buy.
I picked up a MTH photo-2 Consolidation that I plan to detailed and assigned to the DM&IRR. I will attempt to add some detail and markings to simulate #332. Years ago, I purchased a set of DM&IRR O gauge Champ decals off the bay. Two sets arrived! So my thinking: a wayward blinking red LED inspired the tower construction and now an unused decal set inspired the need for a new steam locomotive. It never crossed my mind to re-list the set on eBay!
I remember asking Elliot Feinberg, (aka: big_boy_4005), “How many engines do you think you need on your RR?” His answer is always: “Just One More!”
Hey, one wife, many trains!! It works for me!
Tower Project:
Before:
During:
Now:
Consolidation: Winter project for 2019/2020
New York Central to become Duluth Missabe & Iron Range Railroad #332
Always fun to follow the posts.
Cheers to all, Dave
PS: Thank you Lee, aka P51, for the backdrop inspiration!!
