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Articles Listing

Publisher's Musings

Joe is actually dismantling his Siskiyou Line layout.

Getting Real

The author describes how he received and off-the-cuff comment and a chance-meeting, both of which led him to building a staging yard for his layout. Includes both prototype (visiting the yard) and model photos (constructing the yard).

What's Neat

The author shows how he cleans track with some homemade tools, his improvements made to his airbrush compressor set-up, shares photos about how Michael Gross does his modeling work in hotels, how he does dust removal from scenery, and some photo/video props.

Imagineering

One of the authors shows how he accomplished scenery depth on a shallow-depth layout using the layering technique and forced-perspective. The other author has very deep scenes, but still allowed for easy access to all parts.

Simple 3-Step Weathering

After preparing the model, the author applies washes, then does specific highlighting, and some chalks. Two different models transition-era box cars are shown going through the steps.

Modeling the SPSF Meadow Subdivision

The author's layout is built around the theme of the SP and SF's merger being approved (it was rejected in the real world). The layout measures 34'x30', and the article includes a track plan and many photos.

Digital Background Painting for Model Photography

How to edit photos so that a digital backdrop can be inserted to make a photo more realistic.

Taking Sky Backdrops to the Next Level

Building on the previous article, the MRH staff shows how to edit photos and bring in external background photos.

Return to Allagash Country

A railfanning story with photos based on the author's layout.

Reverse Running

The author shares his eye-opening experiences operating on several different layouts.