We are beginning a new weekly series of web and user inspiration. This will just be images and links to inspire you. If you have photos or links to share, pass them along.
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Archive for June, 2009
Weekly Inspiration #1
On June - 29 - 2009
We Are Looking for Authors
On June - 28 - 2009
Shortline Modelers Lounge is looking for modelers who want to share information or modeling techniques with us. We are currently looking for layout tours, track laying tips, weathering and scenery ideas. Anyone is welcome to submit and if published, you will get paid. If you have any questions for us, please feel free to contact us at shortlinemodelers@gmail.com.
Weathering Wood for Beginners
On June - 28 - 2009
When I first started in the hobby one of my biggest challenges was staining wood. It was to me what a blank piece of paper is to someone who can’t draw, frightening. I didn’t understand that I could practice on scrap first and then tackle the real stuff. Now I know there a million articles in magazines all across the globe which have done “how-to’s” on this subject, however, this one is targeted to the very beginner. Read the rest of this entry »
Central California Traction Company GP18
On June - 24 - 2009
Street Running in Lodi, California
Built in 1961 for the Chicago Rock Island & Pacific this EMD, GP18 carried the number 1349. In 1981, she was sold to Central California Traction Co. and was numbered 1795.
The following images were taken from 1995 through 1998 in Stockton and Lodi, California. The images show her switching as well as in repair. Read the rest of this entry »
Alternative Modeling Sources
On June - 20 - 2009
I have found over the years as a graphic designer, I have a need for detail. I think I am in the majority when it comes to artists of all mediums. Model builders, who are very talented artists, are the same no matter what the subject is or country they are from. It’s the details that count. Read the rest of this entry »
Handcar & Tool Shed
On June - 16 - 2009
Boxcars sometimes have two lives, revenue service and shelters of various shapes, sizes and functions. I found two old cars at the Sierra Railroad’s shops in Jamestown, CA serving their latter years as a hand car and tool shed. Read the rest of this entry »
Central California Traction Co. Caboose #19
On June - 14 - 2009
Built by Haskell and Barker in 1910 for the Western Pacific, the caboose was later sold to the Central California Traction Co. of Stockton, CA in 1948 and became number 19 until it was retired and sold in 1966. I found it at the Western Railway Museum located in Rio Vista, CA where it resides today. As you can see from the pictures, time has really taken its toll on the structure.
30″ Gauge Railroads in California
On June - 13 - 2009
With Bachmann releasing a long line of on30 locomotives and rolling stock, 30″ gauge railroading is becoming very popular. Yes, there is such a gauge. Most lines in the United States were used for logging and mining.
There are some great articles in the Narrow Gauge & Shortline Gazette by Mallory Hope Ferrell as well as a very nice web site by Lennart Elg that the narrow gauge modeler will find very useful. Read the rest of this entry »
0-4-0 Details
On June - 13 - 2009
While exploring the Western Railway Museum, I stumbled upon this little gem of a locomotive. It looked like it was a Porter with many additions by the owner.
