Brian, with a narrow view of your new mountain construction I could not tell what your construction technique is. Could you explain how you constructed this magnificent mountain? Thank you.
Steve, Lady and Tex
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Brian, with a narrow view of your new mountain construction I could not tell what your construction technique is. Could you explain how you constructed this magnificent mountain? Thank you.
Steve, Lady and Tex
Nice photo Brian.
Hi, Brain. You and Elizabeth have accomplished a lot in such a short time. I guess being snowed in has its advantages. Are you able to get out and buy supplies such as lumber, paint, etc? Or, were you already supplied before the snow was dumped on Maine?
Nice BRIAN & LIZ!!! I seems like you do not take many breaks. Work work work? Keep up the good work.
Dats GOOOOLD! commin outta dem dare hills!
Brian,
Looks great, love that engine the more i see it
JohnB
JL, we are used to lots of snow, so getting out for supplies is routine. But this year we could do with a lot less of this stuff.
Today was an assessment day, so we did not accomplish a great deal. Add to that snow removal when we got home, so we were fortunate that we accomplished anything on the layout. But Elizabeth wanted to build the forest in from of Hugger Mountain, so we accomplished that task and after dinner, the Caribou and reindeer also went into this area. Between the completion of Hugger Mountain and now the forest, Caribou and Reindeer, this part of the layout is really taking shape. Exciting to see.
Checked out the Conductor Car first thing this morning. Fortunately the Conductor hanging out the door with his lantern is on the side that clears the portal easily.
Never gave this any thought until it was mentioned here.
Hi Brian
very nice pic of your new mountain.
Two questions: I'm just about to start on my mountain, many different methods out there for constructing the superstructure. Would you care to share your method?
Second question has to do with your expertise with passenger trains. I've been looking for a good set of green Pullman cars with figures for my Santa Fe 3700 Class 4-8-2 Mountain to pull. I know Lionel and MTH have nothing in current inventory, any past offerings to look out for that you would suggest?
Looking forward to more pics!
Thanks
JohnJr
John, I used 2" high density Styrofoam for the mountain. This was my first attempt at a mountain and we are both pleased at the result.
'For value, I would look for Lionel Heavyweight Santa Fe passenger cars that were done around 2004-2005 and again before 2010. They are not hard to d=find and came in a4-pack, 2-pack, and Station Sounds diner.
Thanks Mario and Chris. When I get through with snow removal this morning, I will be working on the arched causeway system (160 ft.).
Ice Lake arrives tomorrow.
Thanks Mario and Chris. When I get through with snow removal this morning, I will be working on the arched causeway system (160 ft.).
Ice Lake arrives tomorrow.
Keeping positive thoughts for two of our best inspirations. Take it easy and don't push it; with the snow removal or building the layout. I imagine this approaching temporary thaw may create more issues up your way.
Finished the arched causeways today and getting ready to install them as soon as the lights arrive, hopefully tomorrow or Tuesday. Here is a photo of some of them drying after painting.
Also there is a photo of a special feature that will be revealed as we get further along.
Lookin' good! Love the compass! Is that board or foam that the causeway's made of (I'll probably have a much smaller version on my future layout), board or foam? Love the updates, keep up the great work!
I used Styrofoam because it is bendable and very easy to work with.
Wow! I can't wait to see more!!!
Peter
I used Styrofoam because it is bendable and very easy to work with.
That's what I was thinking. That & one could do the block pattern easily as well, I'd think. Thanks for the info!
I agree, the compass looks great, Brian!!
So do the arches! You two are going to have a better setup than Disney made!
that looks nice I can't wait to see more of your pictures of your train
Great progress; looks terrific!!!
Brian,
That looks great, can't wait to see more !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Alex
"The compass is cool...if that is a stone tile"
Keith, you have a book that we have as well that has been a terrific guide to getting the details correct to correspond with the movie. In this case, I used a marble pattern self-adhesive tile for the area where the Center of the North Pole is located in the movie. It is very close to the surface they used for their images. The Nautical Compass plays an integral part of this scene and it really came out nice. More to follow as we progress.
Brian, this is going to be a great scene. Can't wait to see all the details. You two are going to have the best Christmas/Polar Express layout.
I'm beginning to think that every day will be Christmas for Brian and Elizabeth when this project is finished.
And... there is nothing wrong with that.
IMHO, it should be the feature article for the OGR December 2015 issue. Are you listening Rich?
Ice Lake is now in place ready to lake beautiful reflections of the surrounding scenery. The elves are also quite happy about this as they have a beautiful smooth surface to skate upon. Click on photo to enlarge image.
Looks great, Brian. I can't believe how quickly your banging this out. It's going to be fabulous.
Ice Lake is now in place ready to lake beautiful reflections of the surrounding scenery. The elves are also quite happy about this as they have a beautiful smooth surface to skate upon. Click on photo to enlarge image.
I am glad things are progressing so quickly, Christmas is only 10 months from today.
Brian, the layout progress looks great. Thank you for sharing you and your wife's amazing craftsmanship and artistry.
Keystone is right. ALL points of the compass in the movie are labeled South.
I didn't want to mention it when I saw your compass. But it is probably better that you find out now rather than when your layout is finished.
Watch this attached video and pause it at 2:04. Look close and you will see.
Oh my, the ice lake is going to look amazing as the trains rolls by, casting their reflection.
Ice Lake is now in place ready to lake beautiful reflections of the surrounding scenery. The elves are also quite happy about this as they have a beautiful smooth surface to skate upon. Click on photo to enlarge image.
Wow that's really nice. Is that a mirror you used for the lake? Very creative.
hey that ias really nice
Awesome.
Wow! Brian, that lake is awesome! You are really making good progress on your new layout. Thanks for all updates on your continued progress.
Art
Brian & Liz,
I am in Awe!!! Absolutely amazing!! Can't wait to see the finished product. Congratulations!!! And Enjoy!!!!
Fantastic looking lake.
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