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The Ringling Bros. Barnum Bailey circus train visited my city awhile ago, I finally posted some photographs, it was pretty exciting to see such an unusual train! http://modelrailroading.wordpress.co...-circus-train/

There's supposed to be a nice downtown to explore, go see a movie, eat at a local resturaunt. As for Railfanning options, check out the San Joaquin Valley Railroad: http://www.trainweb.org/KernJunction/sjvrgallery.htm The BNSF and UP go through town, but it makes for much better photographs...

GO KEVIN!! :) You chose a wonderful sky color, very Clear, beautiful Minnesota skies blue! Supertrees work well (Although I havent quite perfected my method of building them yet) Save up for some Silflor and grass and field related materials available from scenic express...

Here's the structure in it's natural habitat. I was thinking of making a stucco courtyard adjacent to the building on the side shown in the photo below. It would include an arched entryway, a adobe fireplace, trellis, tables and chairs for those wanting to enjoy the weather. More progress...

It's really frustrating trying to remove the shutters on the building. I've only managed to get some of them off, and all took quite a lot of elbow grease to get off using an exacto and small flathead screwdriver. The Problem is that the windows are so narrow, the walls look a little barren...

Oh, I have looked. The problem is that I've ate at most of them, and very few had even passable Mexican Food. (which is a real shame..how hard is it to make amazing carne asada!?) I think I might name it (Mexican Name)'s Cantina. It will be adjacent to an old passenger car diner, as shown in...

ALRIGHT KEVIN!!! That's the spirit! :) For your next backdrop, use a VERY light blue (we're talking even a touch lighter than SKY blue) and muted olive greens and tans, to create the effect of atomshperic haze: http://imagecache2.allposters.com/images/pic/IMA/S333~Distant-Hills-Posters.jpg...

You're welcome. As I said before, I have no doubt with a little extra effort you can turn ok scenery into something to really be proud of! :)

Kevin, I know you can create better scenery than that! It looks toylike. Minnesota and surrounding areas are covered in tall, multi-colored green and brown grass. to make tall grass, purchase faux fur from Wal-Mart or other preferred big box or craft store and die it varying shades of green and...

Everyone, Thanks so much for you compliments, and suggestions! Stay tuned as I build a scene around this fun little building. Deckroid, I DID use patching plaster glopped on and THEN to SEAL the plaster, I shot it with the lightly textured concrete spraypaint, it's not that you're the...

I'm back with a very heavy kitbash of what used to be a cheap HO brick store from Dutch manufacturer REALIX. I wasn't too happy with the faux architectural detail that came with it (that cheap looking 1920's craftsman-esque peaked false front cornice.) However, the kit fits together nicely, and...

That's some HARDCORE scratchbuilding, I cannot wait to see what you'll build next! How well did the Arbour models Allegheny run after you were done with it?

Let me be the first to say that you did an absolutely stunning job. I'd imagine that once it's painted up it'll look extremely realistic. The subtle touches you have added to this model make it exceptional. Excellent work. How much does it weigh?

Kevin, if you're trying to capture the look of the Magma Arizona, then use what you believe would be more appropriate. I personally am a HUGE fan of the Vandy Tenders not just because of their looks but because they're a safer, superior design to carry liquids. The Round tank that comprises...

I'm still puzzled why you want to, in the limited space you have, try to run the LARGEST pieces of freight and passenger equipment in a layout that would require sharp (less than 30" radius) curves!? You may like these pieces of equipment, but it probably won't satisfy you seeing them looking...

I'm involved with Paypal and eBay, basically, it's really quite nice. PAYPAL You pay someone instantly, and it shows up immediately. Same with people buying your stuff. Paypal does nickel and dime you, but it's not that bad. The Convience outweighs the cost. Make sure to open up a COMPLETELY...

Very nice indeed, but RUST UP THOSE RAILS!

e-paw! All that beautiful work and you're going to put a lens-less, askew headlight with the bulb sticking out on this thing, please(!) assure me that this is not the case!

That's a United 2-6-6-2, Sierra Railroad prototype. I own the running gear and a tender from that model that I bought at a garage sale. It's a nice model. I would first install a Bhuler, Cannon, or A-Line can motor in place of the open-frame motor. You MUST isolate the motor from the frame...

Ralph's Pretty Good grocery must be a cathedral of food with those 20 foot high ceilings! That's one massive frame building, considering the use. I like the little brick building adjacent to it though, what did you use for the cornice? :thumb: