More thoughts on your river water Art:
One of my favorite modeling resources is Dennis Brennan’s book: "Realistic Modeling for TOY TRAINS, A Hi-rail-guide". In it, he illustrates the use of a patterned pieces of glass for the water. It is call Aquatex and it’s primary use is for shower doors and patio tables. It is available from large retail glass suppliers. In short, both sides of the glass have a pattern but one side is more patterned. He spray painted the bottom side (more patterned side) with Rust-Oleum Deep Forest Green Camouflage paint. He suggest several light coats to produce a smooth even look. The top surface shows reflection of the banks and vegetation, etc. I have taken the liberty to include a pictures from his book illustrating that reflection.
I highly recommend his book as it is filled with many wonderful illustrations and methods to produce realism using toy trains. It has been my go-to book for my layout.
WWW. KalmbachBooks.com.
dennis@brennansmodelrr.com
http://www.brennansmodelrr.com
I had the pleasure of stopping by his place a few years ago to pick up ballast for my layout. The added bonus was, buying the book and viewing his incredible layout. The water affect he produced is amazing.
Dave
P.S. Art, the reflection of your stone arch bridge and river banks in the water would really POP!
