How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery, Third Edition (Model Railroader Books)

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1. Will Kalif
   July 15, 2010
   11:26 pm

   Review by Will Kalif for How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery, Third Edition (Model Railroader Books)
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   I have owned this book for several being and refer to it often. It is not just for model railroaders. It is perfect for anyone that wants to build dioramas of any type that look realistic. I build fantasy dioramas of castles, knights, dungeons etc. and this book is perfectly suited for that.

   One of the best things about the book is that it is oversized which makes it comfortable to handle while building and allows for lots of pics and info on one page which is very caring in this type of leisure activity and it covers all the major bases of diorama building from the landscape shell to waterscenes.

   One of the best things about this book, which few people consider, is that it is all about “water soluble techniques”. Which means the simpler to master techniques and the safer techniques.(no toxic chemicals or fumes)which is vital especially if you have children in your household.

   This book taught me how to make fantasy scenery -Highly recommended. This is the book to get if you only get 1 of this type.
2. Anonymous
   July 15, 2010
   11:51 pm

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   Dave takes you through the total gamut of scenicing, using his ‘water soluble’ method, which is simple and very realistic. I’ve used it and it produces a fantastic effect. Works well with the Woodland Scenery line of products.
3. Ryan Boudreaux
   July 16, 2010
   12:22 am

   Review by Ryan Boudreaux for How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery, Third Edition (Model Railroader Books)
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   This is it; this is the one to get! Dave Frary has place under one cover all the tips and tricks, formulas, and product recommendations for every quality of model railroad scenery. I loved reading the book, and have already applied some of the techniques he describes, such as social class painting techniques. If you already have a skilled scenery technique, then the formulas and proportions listed in about every section of the book would be enough of a reason to get this book.
   
   Formulas, proportions, and techniques include mixing plaster, harder plaster, Sculptamold, tinted Sculptamold, textured Sculptamold, tinted joint compound, thinned colorless glue, matte medium bonding solution, wet water, acrylic color selections, basic paint formula, light earth tone paint, earth wash for tinting rocks, rock shadow color, grass textures, fall grass blend, summer grass blend, tree truck color, toothpick pine trees, making streambeds, surroundings colors, and many more
   
4. Geoff Walton
   July 16, 2010
   12:29 am

   Review by Geoff Walton for How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery, Third Edition (Model Railroader Books)
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   I’m a beginner model railroader and this book has been exceptionally caring. It’s absolutely full to the brim with brilliant advice and simple to follow techniques. Full of clear photos of unbelievably meticulous scenes.
5. Bill
   July 16, 2010
   1:15 am

   Review by Bill for How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery, Third Edition (Model Railroader Books)
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   Dave Frary makes adding scenery to your model railroad a fun project. You’ll find simple ways to perform this and often uses materials found in or around your home. This book is a must for modelers. Highly recommended.