p51 posted:Erik C Lindgren posted:
I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.
There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.
I need to be careful with that so I need a few of these to disprove the naysayers... 
p51 posted:Erik C Lindgren posted:
I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.
There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.
Erik is engaging in what I refer to as "scary modeling". This is where the model looks so much like it's a 1:1 photo that it's scary anyone can model like that.
Erik, do you guys (COSM) have any upcoming shows where you will put up your modular layout including the bridge module. Didn't see anything on the COSM website. Would like to see the layout at a show while doing other things in Colorado when the high country warms up. Thanks, Bill.
I’m not sure Bill, at the moment unless something comes up the next scheduled event we are planning on doing is October 2018 at the Hobby Expo and this is not certain as it’s so far out. If offered space we would be willing to set up anytime. I’ve often considered contacting Children’s Hospital in Aurora colorado and offered setting up for a 3 day weekend.
Thanks, Erik. Bet the children will get a big, big lift if you do it. I'll watch your website for COSM show participation.
The sheer complexity and world class execution of this project is something we can all appreciate. I wish I could see it with my own eyes as I'm sure the limitations of photography don't do it justice.
AGHRMatt posted:p51 posted:Erik C Lindgren posted:
I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.
There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.
Erik is engaging in what I refer to as "scary modeling". This is where the model looks so much like it's a 1:1 photo that it's scary anyone can model like that.
J Daddy posted:Erik C Lindgren posted:
I need to get on the maintenance department I’ve found at least a dozen loose spikes
not uncommon though in the real world!
The darn English language doesn't provide enough variations to praise the quality of your work Eric, both photographically and modeling unless you go all Lucius Bebee an stuff. Man that guy had a way to turn a phrase.
Thanks fellas glad you like it.
SANTIAGOP23 posted:The sheer complexity and world class execution of this project is something we can all appreciate. I wish I could see it with my own eyes as I'm sure the limitations of photography don't do it justice.
Wow Santiago thanks muchly 
wb47 posted
I need to get on the maintenance department I’ve found at least a dozen loose spikes
not uncommon though in the real world!
Indeed. I saw several loose spikes on the (BNSF) main last night while waiting to photograph a Amtrak train. I noticed several loose spikes, a couple were almost completely out.
Some test shots on the bridge, I thought maybe you guys enjoy them.
The poor farmer’s shiny green Hudson is going to get some clinkers on the roof.
Erik C Lindgren posted:I need to be careful with that so I need a few of these to disprove the naysayers...
Well At least Your Bridge lasted a lot longer than this one!
John took the word right out of my mouth! Fantastic Erik! Thank you for sharing your photographs with us!!
Erik C Lindgren posted:p51 posted:Erik C Lindgren posted:
I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.
There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.
I need to be careful with that so I need a few of these to disprove the naysayers...
Sure, nice photo shop work. Seriously thanks for posting all these great photos, hopefully you will motivate others to do some work and post it on the forum. You positively have a fantastic ability both modeling as well as the photos! Thanks again for letting us use one of you photos for the cover of our 2018 catalog.
Eric - I really look forward to seeing the fruits of your amazing modelling and photography talent posted on the forum - its inspirational. Thanks for sharing.
Scale City Designs posted:Erik C Lindgren posted:p51 posted:Erik C Lindgren posted:
I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.
There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.
I need to be careful with that so I need a few of these to disprove the naysayers...
Sure, nice photo shop work. Seriously thanks for posting all these great photos, hopefully you will motivate others to do some work and post it on the forum. You positively have a fantastic ability both modeling as well as the photos! Thanks again for letting us use one of you photos for the cover of our 2018 catalog.
Marty, it’s an honor you wanted to use it! Be sure and give one to Leighton or Jeff so I can get one. Good luck this weekend sell lots!
Keystoned Ed posted:Eric - I really look forward to seeing the fruits of your amazing modelling and photography talent posted on the forum - its inspirational. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Ed, feeling is mutual..
Erik , you always inspire me to do better modeling. Your work is fantastic! As a byproduct; you have introduced me to some really great jazz artists! I'm always checking to see if you have released a new video with great trains and smooth jazz.
Billy C
Thanks Billy C!
Thanks guys for all the support on this project. Soon Jefferson will be installing his bridge on his layout and what fun we will have! Wish you all could help.
I should have Liked this topic long ago.
Summer fun with the kids!
I need to weather these things! 
Got a chance to work on the bridge again this past month among other things, it also gives me a chance to photo my models a nearly equal passion. 
I always enjoy your work, Erik!
@John Sethian posted:I always enjoy your work, Erik!
Thank you kindly sir. It’s a privilege to share with you. 
Erik,
Wow, just wow!
Larry
Thats utterly amazing.
@p51 posted:Thats utterly amazing.
Thank you kindly sir.
Erik:
What are the overall dimensions of this bridge module set?
Amazing talent and ability and the photos look so real.
Erik, great to see updates. Don't worry about weathering, even the real things were freshly painted once. How do you get the smoke so realistic?
Some newer stuff to add to the project. It’s been fun fellas. Maybe it might make a article idea for someone. 🤭🧐
Some raw behind the scenes looks……
The backlit steam exhaust is a work of art!
Nicely done!
Thanks Chris. This is how I enjoy our hobby. 😊👍
@Erik C Lindgren posted:
Excellent use of smoke. You made sure the issues of shadows from the smoke are avoided. I've never seen anyone else make sure you can't see the lack of shadows from photoshopped smoke!
Thanks Lee 🙂
@PRR Man posted:The backlit steam exhaust is a work of art!
Nicely done!
Thanks Chris appreciate that.
Dual gauge....three rail prototype...Colorado railroading..beautiful .
@colorado hirailer posted:Dual gauge....three rail prototype...Colorado railroading..beautiful .
Not even close, 🤣
But worth a good laugh, 2 gauges in one track isn’t 2 rail with an electrical pickup rail in the middle although subways are getting close but still I see no subways in my mountains. With dual gauge the center rail isn’t even centered perfectly like toy trains. I wish it was I could save a lot of time hand laying dual gauge track… 🤪 cute buddy but no dice my man 🎲
So real! Spectacular. Congratulations on your fantastic modelling!
thanks Sara, for the compliment. 🙂
Very nice in every way. How long is that unit and how easily transported?
@mwb posted:Very nice in every way. How long is that unit and how easily transported?
This section is 10’ long into 2 parts.
My friend and I built these free-mo modules as sections to be used as photo props and a portable railroad or installed into home benchwork for a future home layout which they are set up now and running as modules in my home. My friend John and I started out together in 2013 with a plan to do a O scale group and it never really took off like we hoped but it’s still there for anyone wanting to get involved. John has a 25’ trailer with carts that all the sections fit into neatly and stow. We set it up at the OSNC in 2021 it was a success ran beautiful for 4 days. They are frames of wood with styrofoam cores and splines for roadbed. My Z scale and n scale is the same only smaller all DCC. You can browse this thread that is now some 8 years old and follow along the process. Fun hobby, thanks for keeping us going! Good job at OST, it’s loved greatly.
@Erik C Lindgren posted:This section is 10’ long into 2 parts.
Makes a good break length that.
a plan to do a O scale group and it never really took off like we hoped
I know that pathway.....never reaching critical mass.
Good job at OST, it’s loved greatly.
Thanks and that. We do what we can and work as best as possible with what we have......and more always is welcomed. I keep a lead brick on my desk for banging about this mad bugger's head.
Erik,
Could you post a picture or two of the junction between the two modules? It is hard to see how they connect.
The result is incredibly beautiful and realistic.
Yves
@Yves posted:Could you post a picture or two of the junction between the two modules? It is hard to see how they connect.
The result is incredibly beautiful and realistic.
Yves, it uses an interface that is identical to all other sections, the scenery is completely finished while together and I used a very prototype sand bar as the division and I seal it with a hard shell of adhesive and basic scenery work to hide the division. Scenery is not foam rubber in reality and whenever possible I try to recreate scenery in fashion with the Europeans, they produce such a wonderful array of products that bring the 3D nature of the scenery we see in reality in miniature. I added a few pictures here showing the sections set up at a local show, Doug Gieger a very well known author and railroad enthusiast both scale and 1:1 was in bliss over the progress. Installed into a basement or portable it will always survive. 
Friends, Gerald Styles and John Johnson
Doug Gieger and John Johnson
This fellow is retired bridge civil engineer that worked the Rio Grande and Rock Island; he was stunned at the precision of the ‘working miniature’ status of this simulation. Most layouts the bridges are simply glued to resin cast piers or blocks of wood. We made this a 1/48 scale model; with a story and purpose. That’s the fun to me! I love the history.
Bob Kjelland the chair of the upcoming 2023 O Scale National Convention was on hand for this debut this fall 2019 day. Fun times
I’ll never need to cut it up if I move or decide to rearrange my life. I’ve dismantled 4 home layouts in the last 10 years, and 1 club layout; everything I build from this point on will be movable, I am 47 and likely will move again in my life. And I don’t want a layout so big I can’t ever finish it. I enjoy my trains now and want to run my trains and anymore I prefer to do it with my son and not a huge club. It’s a leisure hobby I don’t want politics and don’t want interpersonal issues.
Some very basic scenery in progress pics I took while building my latest photo sectional last Summer
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