How can I take my model train to work when I could never even fit in an O gauge train..you guys are so silly!! I just have to take the bus!!!
A few months ago, I posted a message about my 1st DPM structure. I got some
> great feedback from the group. So, then I wanted to take a stab at some
> scenery. Since this was my first scenery attempt, I decided to do a simple
> diorama to get some practice. I also thought this would be a good project
> for the "Take a Model Train to Work Day". So I completed it and took it to
> work today. I got some nice compliments about the diorama. I was amazed at
> the people that said "We had trains when I was growing up".
>
> This project was really my first time using "wet" water, matte medium,
> ground foam, Scuptamold, ballast and figures. Wow! At least I am not
> afraid of trying new things. I also decided to even do some scratch
> building with a wooden fence. I cut each board from a sheet of balsa wood.
> I think next time I will get a fence kit or at least precut scale stripwood.
> I also handpainted the 2 figures with cameras taking pictures of the trains.
> The other figures I purchased already painted. I think that I did pretty > well.
>
> I posted some pictures on Yahoo! so that you can see it. Go to
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and click on "Take a Train to Work 2004" > album to see
> the pictures. Please let me know your comments and constructive criticism.
> But be nice. ;-)
>
> Thanks,
>
> Scott