Tricky Posted June 23, 2023 Author Share Posted June 23, 2023 Posting two days in a row!! Fab progress on the diorama, outdoor photos help too! 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tricky Posted June 28, 2023 Author Share Posted June 28, 2023 (edited) A few photos I took today of progress. The retaining wall is almost finished, I need to weather the stone coping and capping and paint the back of the tunnel mouth black. I’ve finished the wooden hut too. I’m now on the search for atmospheric prototype photos to give me some inspiration for how I might finish off the scenery, details and groundworks. Edited June 28, 2023 by Tricky Typo 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schooner Posted June 28, 2023 Share Posted June 28, 2023 (edited) http://www.cornwallrailwaysociety.org.uk/uploads/7/6/8/3/7683812/box-01-box-tunnel-west-end-c1910-guy-vincent-collection_1_orig.jpg (won't embed as not https://, but worth a look for details and set-dressing) The Eastern portal of Box tunnel is closer to the diorama in form, but I've not seen any particular helpful pics. This colourised shot is lovely though: Edited June 28, 2023 by Schooner 6 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted July 8, 2023 Author Share Posted July 8, 2023 An update - groundworks behind the wall and tunnel progressing well. Cellotex, polyfilla and grubby green/brown acrylic. Looks a bit ‘train set’ at the moment! Next will be static grass and build up the vegetation. Still thinking about the foreground! Also undercoated the woodwork, favouring Farriw & Ball ‘Downpipe’ as the top coat colour. 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted September 19, 2023 Author Share Posted September 19, 2023 I recently finished this little display diorama which will shortly be listed on eBay. 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted September 19, 2023 Author Share Posted September 19, 2023 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted February 17 Author Share Posted February 17 Here’s a diorama I recently finished, and is now for sale. It’s affectionately known as ‘Watery Bottom’ and is based on the viaduct of the same name in Lyncombe Vale on the old S&D. However it could be anywhere and in fact the signal is removable so one could swap it for something more appropriate if desired. It measures about 1500mm long and costs £1800. If you’re interested, just drop me a message. 7 2 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brylonscamel Posted February 17 Share Posted February 17 That's a fabulous thing! I love the blurring of accurate model and work of art. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted April 12 Author Share Posted April 12 Here’s another diorama I’ve finished today. This is based on the Midland goods yard at Ancoats but if the notice board was changed and the door to the office repai yes could be anywhere. It measures 1230mm x 480mm x 500mm high and the back panel with houses attached to it is removable. It makes a very effective static diorama to display O Gauge rolling stock. It’s available for sale for £900, rolling stock not included! I have loads more photos if needed. 8 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Captain Kernow Posted April 14 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 14 On 17/02/2024 at 07:33, Tricky said: It’s affectionately known as ‘Watery Bottom’ and is based on the viaduct of the same name in Lyncombe Vale on the old S&D. Ah, memories of misery there for me, of enforced cross-country running in the cold and wet! Better memories from when I was a bit older (but still at school) of bunking off games and exploring the old S&D trackbed! 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted June 19 Author Share Posted June 19 (edited) Added to the range today - this kit of the delightful Culham signal box. Full exterior detailing and interior wall cladding, window frames, fireplace and grate! Available from my on-line shop and eBay. This is the 7mm version, with the 4mm version to follow. Edited June 19 by Tricky 12 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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