I really appreciate all the little things you teach us Boomer. At the 10:00 mark you used a very common ruler to cut a very easy line - but I can't count the times I've heard a buddy say "Yeah, but the cork backing prevents the edge from sitting flush with the material - I can't get a good cut". You solved that issue so simply, so easily, and didn't even say anything about it. But it is a great example of us (the viewers) needing to pay attention to the VIEW as well as the spoken word. Have you ever heard a modeler make this silly statement: "Oh, I don't watch/read/listen because it's the wrong scale". Or "I don't build "X", I model "Y" so I don't bother with his stuff". Oh friends, open your eyes and your minds - this is a FREE class Boomer is giving. There is so much to learn, and so little time to learn it. At 65 years of age and fighting a dose of cancer, I think I've learned a few things. You can learn from your successes, but you can REALLY learn from your failures (in which case I should be a freakin’ Einstein, cuz I’ve screwed up a whole lotta things!). And one last thought to ponder: Knowledge is expensive. Funny thing is, the lack of knowledge is also expensive. And Great knowledge is priceless… Now it's your turn to figure out how to apply things in YOUR life. Thanks again, Boomer! Class dismissed...
Thank you for taking the time to share. You are correct in saying that this channel is free - in theory. There is always a price though. The way people can support the channel 'Boomer Diorama' is to watch a commercial (if they can stand it) which in the end, cost nothing except an exchange of their time. Therefore, in the practical sense, I exchange my time for the viewers time when they take in a commercial beyond the five second "skip" mark. Why do I do this? - I want the viewer to derive the unlimited benefits from this wonderful hobby without another collective fee to add to their burgeoning debt. ;-) Cheers ~ Boomer.
As Dirty Harry Callahan said "A man has got to know his limitations", in model railroading, you have none! You're ideas and techniques are impeccable! It is such a pleasure to watch, listen and learn from you! You are the University of Model Railroading!
Thank you for the compliment. I always feel like every model is a new experience. This is the beauty of ever learning but never coming to the full knowledge of model railroading! Everyone is on the same journey but in a unique way to each individual. Cheers ~ Boomer.
Love the beginning sound track. I only found you last week and have been looking at your videos every night since. I have learnt so much in that week well, it's been amazing. Thank you so much Boomer. Keep them videos coming. I know it takes a lot of time and effort to produce these videos on top of the modelling, and I can assure you it is greatly appreciated.
Thank you for the inspiration. At times it can be easy to sacrifice details by getting in a rush just to have more scenery. Examples of your fine work very well display the benefits of including all of the details possible to replicate the prototype. Absolutely beautiful work!
Thank you. I do plan to make more detail passes on section one at a later date. An example would be the Barge Slip area. Still lot's to do there as well. Cheers.
Excellent! The time you save us all…yeah we have to go out our comfort zone to get unique structures,but the things you share with us are priceless YOU are a blessing to the hobby ! Thank you.
Where would we be without your channel Boomer! What a build - simple but so many cool tips for the scratch builder. Can’t wait to see the painting videos of these flats. Thx again!
Perspective is wonderful as you can make things look faraway, closer than normal, oddities of nature, yeppers modeling is fun when you can create your own reality and leave the lilies in the pond.
Another great tutorial! I'll never build another large structure out of just styrene again. I'm on the road through the end of June, these videos are my connection to the hobby. I'm learning a lot for when I get back to the workbench.
One of the reasons I build on 3/8 plywood is because of the investment into the model. It also keeps the model straight and rigid as well. ;-) Cheers ~ Boomer.
The luxury of having a hobby shop, you can drive to, is highly underrated lol. I have plenty of Michael’s/Joanne Fabrics type stores, which are great don’t get me wrong. However, the nearest proper hobby shop, is over an hour and a half away from me. Nothing beats the instant gratification, of walking out with a bag full of Tamiya paints, and other specialty goodies you can’t buy at generic hobby stores.
@@boomerdiorama maybe I might try that.... God knows what I have . Saving everything for years til I bought my house , unfortunately my mom past away .. anyway so I was able to build a.good size layout in one of her rooms. I had 2 beds and a bathroom on one side so me and my girlfriend made arts n crafts room on one and my train room on the other that goes through the closet, pretty cool... (Rather have mom back but don't happen that way)I'm going to easily take up trKe and make better layout middle 13+4 is my City 2ith elevated subway will stay but time to change,.need more dirt roads my layout is all paved and signal lights all but see how it goes to MANY trains I recently bought spent a good $1000. From Christmas til now I'm done and didn't need em just wanted more ... Addictive. Lol fla N. Y. JOEY
A good HO Scale craftsman kit can cost over $70, so it does not bother me to spend a little more to scratch build a model/building I want. I like the methods you used for the down spouts and lettering. I learn something new with each of your videos. Thanks and Cheers - Larry.
@@harperlarry49 Yes indeed, Allergies suck and I know from current experience. They seem to get worse as one grows older. Any time I sand one piece of plastic or wood I wear a mask and it helps for sure. Cheers.
It has been a while, so i had a little catching up to do. A lot happened since my last visit, but it turned out really beautyfull again.! I see Dusty made her way back into the scene. See you next time. Cheers!
No tricks really, just one of many method's we all discover and share to increase the collective experience for the community. I have been watching you wire your layout and it reminds me of the backside of a 747 console . . . lol. Very impressive indeed! Cheers.
The prototype lacks details as well. I actually like the negative space with the parking lot to be honest. This section will be chalk full of details eventually.
@@boomerdiorama This should not be a negative comment, I think this building is great. My English is unfortunately not so good, I try my best. Greetings - Tino
Nice project. I like photos. The best tool for proportions, shades, colors and weathering. Since here you have everything, if it´s close to home, why not choose a day with lightning that fit the one in the layout with logical shades, take the best square shot, print it at the right size and glue it ? The three dimensionals ribs will be created in only 2, thanks to shades. A very fast way as a trompe l´oeil to get a building done. With proper photos placement in different scales, an entire scene can be done. Not worst than flat backdrop or worst. White gyproc wall.
I was watching you measure, cut and glue the roof sheeting thinking “didn’t he say he was going to leave the H-column piece exposed. Oh well he must have changed his mind”. Nice to see I’m not alone making mistakes!
Boomer, this was really a great video! Maybe because it was a simpler build over most that you do, a start to finish project covering everything including how to fix mistakes. (IMPORTANT)! I have watched this video twice now, and plan on watching it again because every time I learn something I missed the first time through. And, watching the video for just pure enjoyment is really relaxing. Thanks for extending this project out from beginning to end, it really makes a difference when you can! CHEERS
I came to make the same comment. I discovered both Boomer and Erik Satie at about the same time and have thoroughly enjoyed both. Nice to see the two combined.
Very Nice Job on the Steel Mill. Thanks for the Tutorial. Sure wish they made one in O Scale. Might build one myself. This Video will help. Just Subscribed Jebb
@@boomerdiorama Hope you will hit our Sub Button too. Do you know where I can find some sheets that look like Tin Siding in O Scale? That's what I see here in the Ohio Valley on the Mills. Thanks
Cool way to do your downspouts Boomer, very much like that shade it creates. As with the lettering. As with the soffit, let’s say it was a happy accident!
in vlog # 81, what type of ca were you using to attatch the cab, to the excavator. did you use canopy glue to attatch the windows, i noticed you didn't get any window fogging. great work as always thank you john
I used "Medium CA" to attach the cab. No need to glue the windows because the part is a clear plug held in by the seat component. The pieces snap together very tight without adhesive. But, yes, you are correct, CA will fog the windows if you are not careful. ;-)
Thanks for bring that up. I might take a stab at it. Perspective from different angles becomes an issue though, but it is doable and I have thought about it. Cheers.
I watch your videos with amazement. I used to think of myself as a decent modeler. I really want to try some of these techniques, especially the sculptamold scenery. One word: wow! BTW, I LOVE the music. Where do you get it? Also, I have 2 cats. Neither is as well behaved as Dusty. Case in point. The younger is nicknamed "Catzilla." I'll leave that to your imagination...
Lol . . . Cats eh! The music comes from RUclips Studio. Go for it! . . . make a decision and be creative. The opportunity is waiting for you! Have fun too! Cheers ~ Boomer.
I really appreciate all the little things you teach us Boomer. At the 10:00 mark you used a very common ruler to cut a very easy line - but I can't count the times I've heard a buddy say "Yeah, but the cork backing prevents the edge from sitting flush with the material - I can't get a good cut". You solved that issue so simply, so easily, and didn't even say anything about it. But it is a great example of us (the viewers) needing to pay attention to the VIEW as well as the spoken word.
Have you ever heard a modeler make this silly statement: "Oh, I don't watch/read/listen because it's the wrong scale". Or "I don't build "X", I model "Y" so I don't bother with his stuff".
Oh friends, open your eyes and your minds - this is a FREE class Boomer is giving. There is so much to learn, and so little time to learn it.
At 65 years of age and fighting a dose of cancer, I think I've learned a few things. You can learn from your successes, but you can REALLY learn from your failures (in which case I should be a freakin’ Einstein, cuz I’ve screwed up a whole lotta things!).
And one last thought to ponder: Knowledge is expensive. Funny thing is, the lack of knowledge is also expensive. And Great knowledge is priceless… Now it's your turn to figure out how to apply things in YOUR life.
Thanks again, Boomer! Class dismissed...
Thank you for taking the time to share. You are correct in saying that this channel is free - in theory. There is always a price though. The way people can support the channel 'Boomer Diorama' is to watch a commercial (if they can stand it) which in the end, cost nothing except an exchange of their time. Therefore, in the practical sense, I exchange my time for the viewers time when they take in a commercial beyond the five second "skip" mark. Why do I do this? - I want the viewer to derive the unlimited benefits from this wonderful hobby without another collective fee to add to their burgeoning debt. ;-) Cheers ~ Boomer.
As Dirty Harry Callahan said "A man has got to know his limitations", in model railroading, you have none!
You're ideas and techniques are impeccable! It is such a pleasure to watch, listen and learn from you! You are the University of Model Railroading!
Thank you for the compliment. I always feel like every model is a new experience. This is the beauty of ever learning but never coming to the full knowledge of model railroading! Everyone is on the same journey but in a unique way to each individual. Cheers ~ Boomer.
Love the beginning sound track. I only found you last week and have been looking at your videos every night since. I have learnt so much in that week well, it's been amazing. Thank you so much Boomer. Keep them videos coming. I know it takes a lot of time and effort to produce these videos on top of the modelling, and I can assure you it is greatly appreciated.
O.K. Thank you for sharing. Did you know there are over 600 videos on the Home page?
Thank you for the inspiration.
At times it can be easy to sacrifice details by getting in a rush just to have more scenery.
Examples of your fine work very well display the benefits of including all of the details possible to replicate the prototype.
Absolutely beautiful work!
Thank you. I do plan to make more detail passes on section one at a later date. An example would be the Barge Slip area. Still lot's to do there as well. Cheers.
Excellent! The time you save us all…yeah we have to go out our comfort zone to get unique structures,but the things you share with us are priceless YOU are a blessing to the hobby ! Thank you.
Thank you Spencer. I always like to hear from you! God Bless you as well! Cheers ~ Boomer.
What a beautiful model. Thank you for taking the time to show us how it is made.
😁You are very welcome!
Always learn something new. Love the sign technique.
Thanks for watching Dave! Cheers.
Where would we be without your channel Boomer! What a build - simple but so many cool tips for the scratch builder. Can’t wait to see the painting videos of these flats. Thx again!
Thank you. The chain-link fence tutorial and an update will follow. then I will be painting the buildings. ;-)
@@boomerdiorama awesome - can’t wait
Perspective is wonderful as you can make things look faraway, closer than normal, oddities of nature, yeppers modeling is fun when you can create your own reality and leave the lilies in the pond.
That is the beauty of modelling a railroad in a smaller footprint. ;-)
Another great tutorial! I'll never build another large structure out of just styrene again. I'm on the road through the end of June, these videos are my connection to the hobby. I'm learning a lot for when I get back to the workbench.
One of the reasons I build on 3/8 plywood is because of the investment into the model. It also keeps the model straight and rigid as well. ;-) Cheers ~ Boomer.
The luxury of having a hobby shop, you can drive to, is highly underrated lol. I have plenty of Michael’s/Joanne Fabrics type stores, which are great don’t get me wrong. However, the nearest proper hobby shop, is over an hour and a half away from me. Nothing beats the instant gratification, of walking out with a bag full of Tamiya paints, and other specialty goodies you can’t buy at generic hobby stores.
Oh yeah. I am all in favor of the brick and mortar store as you just described. Cheers ~ Boomer.
Your layout always makes me do a double take. The scenery is so good!
Thank you. It is much easier to focus in on a smaller layout and achieve this than a larger one. ;-)
@@boomerdiorama very true!
wow ! that looks really simple to me. That I'm going to try and build me a warehouse. thank you.
It is as simple as it gets. ;-)
Wouldn’t catch me dead in that bucket. Nice touch. 😁
They sent them to Mexico . . . lol.
Great Building 👍 didn't think it would be that expensive, but you built it looks great, fla -NY joe
The siding is a little on the expensive side. Much cheaper to do concrete "tilt-ups" for sure. ;-)
@@boomerdiorama maybe I might try that.... God knows what I have . Saving everything for years til I bought my house , unfortunately my mom past away .. anyway so I was able to build a.good size layout in one of her rooms. I had 2 beds and a bathroom on one side so me and my girlfriend made arts n crafts room on one and my train room on the other that goes through the closet, pretty cool... (Rather have mom back but don't happen that way)I'm going to easily take up trKe and make better layout middle 13+4 is my City 2ith elevated subway will stay but time to change,.need more dirt roads my layout is all paved and signal lights all but see how it goes to MANY trains I recently bought spent a good $1000. From Christmas til now I'm done and didn't need em just wanted more ... Addictive. Lol fla N. Y. JOEY
Loved the little scarf joints. Beautiful attention to detail… 👍🏻
Thank you very much!
A good HO Scale craftsman kit can cost over $70, so it does not bother me to spend a little more to scratch build a model/building I want. I like the methods you used for the down spouts and lettering. I learn something new with each of your videos. Thanks and Cheers - Larry.
Thanks for sharing Larry. I have not heard from you for awhile. I hope all is well. Cheers!
@@boomerdiorama I am doing well..... allergy season and can't get much done. Cheers.
@@harperlarry49 Yes indeed, Allergies suck and I know from current experience. They seem to get worse as one grows older. Any time I sand one piece of plastic or wood I wear a mask and it helps for sure. Cheers.
It has been a while, so i had a little catching up to do. A lot happened since my last visit, but it turned out really beautyfull again.! I see Dusty made her way back into the scene. See you next time. Cheers!
Welcome back! Cheers!
Another Master Class! I wonder how many more tricks of the trade you have tucked away! Thanks for providing such great content! ~Dennis
No tricks really, just one of many method's we all discover and share to increase the collective experience for the community. I have been watching you wire your layout and it reminds me of the backside of a 747 console . . . lol. Very impressive indeed! Cheers.
@@boomerdiorama Thanks! That was a struggle, I’ve moved on to practice backdrop painting, something much more enjoyable for me.
@@OtterCreek Yes . . . of course. The joys of painting. ;-)
A great building you built here. Although it has hardly any details, it makes a great impression on your model railway. Thank you and greetings - Tino
The prototype lacks details as well. I actually like the negative space with the parking lot to be honest. This section will be chalk full of details eventually.
@@boomerdiorama This should not be a negative comment, I think this building is great. My English is unfortunately not so good, I try my best. Greetings - Tino
@@ErzgebirgsMoBaHO It is a simple building structure for sure, which is why I covered like this to encourage others to try. ;-)
@@boomerdiorama Absolute. I also build all my buildings myself. I am always impressed by your work. Thumbs up!
Absolutely remarkable! Just look how the signage has that raised lettering effect. Now I can add my own name to the layout. LOL...spectacular work!👍👍
Have fun!
Nice project. I like photos. The best tool for proportions, shades, colors and weathering. Since here you have everything, if it´s close to home, why not choose a day with lightning that fit the one in the layout with logical shades, take the best square shot, print it at the right size and glue it ? The three dimensionals ribs will be created in only 2, thanks to shades. A very fast way as a trompe l´oeil to get a building done. With proper photos placement in different scales, an entire scene can be done. Not worst than flat backdrop or worst. White gyproc wall.
Photos are awesome for inspiration for sure. 😁
Awesome!! What a great lesson! Thanks
Thank you Eric. Cheers.
Great stuff as always!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Your layout is amazing!
Thank you. It is also very fun to work on as well! Cheers ~ Boomer.
Very nice and clean build. Looking forward to the chain link fence turtorial!!
Thank you!
I was watching you measure, cut and glue the roof sheeting thinking “didn’t he say he was going to leave the H-column piece exposed. Oh well he must have changed his mind”. Nice to see I’m not alone making mistakes!
It's nice when mistakes work out in the end. ;-)
Fantastic build. Love that I learn something new every time!
Awesome, thank you!
Another outstanding build with great tips//techniques!
Thanks again! Cheers!
Wow..freakin awesome Boomer...wish I could do what you do...thanks for sharing and keep up the great work...Lance
You can do it!
Boomer, this was really a great video!
Maybe because it was a simpler build over most that you do, a start to finish project covering everything including how to fix mistakes. (IMPORTANT)!
I have watched this video twice now, and plan on watching it again because every time I learn something I missed the first time through.
And, watching the video for just pure enjoyment is really relaxing.
Thanks for extending this project out from beginning to end, it really makes a difference when you can!
CHEERS
Thanks for sharing Steven. I appreciate the feedback. Cheers.
Those letters look very sharp!
Thank you. They were fairly easy to do and then touch up with a nail file. ;-)
@@boomerdiorama ill be doing some of those in future for sure. I had thought you bought them when I saw the intro.
@@mattw9667 Super easy to "trace" scribe through paper, snap them out, and touch up with a nail file. ;-)
COOL MUSIC! Good eye on the bad piece of sheet styrene. I never look at that stuff.
Me neither. ;-)
That turned out amazing!!
Thank you. Simple but effective. ;-)
Love to see how you built the fence….
The next tutorial will be the "Fence." ;-)
Nice touch, Boomer, playing Erik Satie. Soothing music to model by. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I came to make the same comment. I discovered both Boomer and Erik Satie at about the same time and have thoroughly enjoyed both. Nice to see the two combined.
@@chrisanderson4168 A great combination indeed!
@@chrisanderson4168 Thank you for sharing and visiting the channel Chris. Cheers ~ Boomer.
Wow! Nicely done. You know you could paint the letters first. Mask the letters off and paint Axton to. Can't wait to see the next video.
That's a good idea!
Thank you boomer, I learn alot from watching your videos.
Glad you like them! Thanks for sharing! Cheers ~ Boomer.
Very Nice Job on the Steel Mill. Thanks for the Tutorial. Sure wish they made one in O Scale. Might build one myself. This Video will help. Just Subscribed Jebb
Sure thing. The building is the easiest to build on the layout so far. It's just a box when you think about it. ;-)
@@boomerdiorama Hope you will hit our Sub Button too. Do you know where I can find some sheets that look like Tin Siding in O Scale? That's what I see here in the Ohio Valley on the Mills. Thanks
Good looking structure.
For a simple box it does the job eh?
Double thumbs up.
Thank you! Simple building as well.
Cool way to do your downspouts Boomer, very much like that shade it creates. As with the lettering. As with the soffit, let’s say it was a happy accident!
Yes! Those happy little accidents. Cheers!
Hi! Very NICE... Can you tell us how tall is Axton Steel's front wall.
Thank-you, Mike.
The model might be a little taller than the prototype but it measures out @ 60' scale feet. I hope that helps some.
in vlog # 81, what type of ca were you using to attatch the cab, to the excavator. did you use canopy glue to attatch the windows, i noticed you didn't get any window fogging. great work as always thank you john
I used "Medium CA" to attach the cab. No need to glue the windows because the part is a clear plug held in by the seat component. The pieces snap together very tight without adhesive. But, yes, you are correct, CA will fog the windows if you are not careful. ;-)
That's really fantastic, patience is the ķey isn't it?
It is art of it for sure.
Are you going to build the Alex Fraser in behind the steel plant?
Thanks for bring that up. I might take a stab at it. Perspective from different angles becomes an issue though, but it is doable and I have thought about it. Cheers.
Gotta add a little water weathering on the sides
Nothing painted yet but soon!
It's Friday, some music by Eric Satie, and Boomer! What could possibly go wrong? Have a good weekend.
Cheers and thanks for sharing! ~ Boomer.
😊
Cheers and thank you Randy! ~ Boomer.
I watch your videos with amazement. I used to think of myself as a decent modeler. I really want to try some of these techniques, especially the sculptamold scenery. One word: wow! BTW, I LOVE the music. Where do you get it? Also, I have 2 cats. Neither is as well behaved as Dusty. Case in point. The younger is nicknamed "Catzilla." I'll leave that to your imagination...
Lol . . . Cats eh! The music comes from RUclips Studio. Go for it! . . . make a decision and be creative. The opportunity is waiting for you! Have fun too! Cheers ~ Boomer.
My rule of thumb is never trust a factory edge to be true and square
Oh yes indeed. I learned that the hard way . . . lol.😁
Another quality tutorial, thank you Boomer Boomer 👍
You are welcome! Cheers.
In your travels, have you run into Doug Hole?
I don't recognize the name.
@@boomerdiorama In older issues of Mainline Modeler, he modelled Canadian seaport scenes and CN and CP dioramas.
I think I'm switching to styrene, scale lumber panels are 2x the cost.
Once you get used to building in plastic you may never go back to wood. If you take the time to scribe and paint plastic looks as good as wood anyway.
Looks good Boomer
I think it came out O.K. for a simple box design. ;-)
Wouldn´t have wondered if the model building would have become "Boomer Metalworks" or "Fraser River Steel" instead.
Sounds good! Could be Axton Lumber as well . . . lol.
... universal flat looking as it is it could be various of business ;) just exchange what is infront between operations and it is something else
Gack?
Gack? = A film Industry term (slang) for assorted details and clutter. ;-)
Hey your work is awesome, good seeing you the other day.
@@undersee604 Thank you Dan. It was nice to see an old fellow modeler as well. ;-) Cheers!
@@undersee604 Thank you Dan! Cheers.