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I am a very beginner in the "American O scale hobby" and I don't have a layout yet, just a few locomotives and rolling stock. I hope to build the layout of my dreams soon, but for the moment I have just start to make a small scenery.

This is my first try at weathering a structure. As I'am mad about signals, I have choosen the Atlas Signal Tower, I only use Enamel Paints.. no acrylics or powders (I dunno how to use that). Here are a few shots of the work in progress.









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Thank you for the comments guys.

@Boo Man, yes I have used an airbrush to apply a final "coal dust" effect on the brick walls, but 99% of the paint was applied with an brush and a "make-up" sponge.. I have simply followed a very well done tutorial, but unfortunately, the web-site seem to be down for the moment, or I would have given the URL to the video.
Hey Johnboy!!!

That's amazing! you know what? I have read your blog some weeks ago and I have decided to weather that specific model because of your post.. I thought it was really great looking!

@challenger : Dear Joseph, First I have painted the whole upper board with a very diluted black enamel paint... so the black color is seen only in the carved parts of the plastic.. then it's painted with 2 tones of sienna/brown enamel paint, once dry, I have added some light grey paint and tadaaaaaaa! you got some cool looking wood.
Thanks pidgy! That was one of the first buildings I "weathered" at all - very amateur, and there are several things I would do differently if I were to do it again. But it does photograph well. I like yours a lot better.

Anybody stick a smoke unit in one of these? Would look neat with the smoke coming out of the chimney...

John
Pidjy, that's one great diorama. The weathering on the tower is first-rate. You didn't use acrylics so I assume you didn't prime first. Is that right? I ask because I only use acrylic paint and I don't think they will adhere well to the pre-painted surface. If I prime first, I'm hoping I can get a similar effect on another pre-built.

Jerrman
Thank you Gentlemen for your comments.

@Jerrman, you are right, I didn't prime first, that's one adventage to work with enamel paints on plastic. You can use acrylic paint direcly on the plastic stucture, it will adhere if it's not too diluted with water. But you will have to spray a vernish to protect your weathering once it's done.

@George, yes yes it's my first weathering project, But I have built and painted a lot of model platic planes when I was younger.. it sure help! and I do some air-brush paint on canvas.

@Joseph, I will take pictures of the different steps of the weathering on the next structure. I will be easier for me to explain with a picture than to write down the explanations as American is not my native language.

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@Joseph, I will take pictures of the different steps of the weathering on the next structure. I will be easier for me to explain with a picture than to write down the explanations as American is not my native language.


Pidjy,
That would be great. Your work is amazing and I think that there are a lot of us who would love to know the details of your technique. The step-by-step "How-To" postings on this forum are always my favorites.
[QUOTE]Originally posted by pidjy:

@Joseph, I will take pictures of the different steps of the weathering on the next structure. I will be easier for me to explain with a picture than to write down the explanations as American is not my native language.

Pidjy, English may not be your native language but modeling and weathering sure is Smile

Looking forward to seeing the pics of the next project's weathering steps.

Jerrman
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Originally posted by pidjy:
I am a very beginner in the "American O scale hobby" and ...This is my first try at weathering a structure. ...

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Breath-taking. Absolute perfection - what you've done w/ the "wood" effect, and of course the whole building and diorama. You are a master already. I've rarely seen a wood effect so convincing. If you told me I could have a new car if I could find a flaw, I'd be walking.
Wonderful skills.
Frank
Pidjy...just saw this thread. I am with the other guys as far as being in awe of your work. I think Frank said it best...I can't get over how real the wood treatment looks! The kind of compliments coming from a master modeler like Frank is an honor on its own and speaks volumes of your work Pidjy. You have created a beautiful piece!!

Alan
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