The Hornby Book of Scenic Railway Modelling by Chris Ellis (7-Jun-2010) Paperback

by Chris Ellis

Rolling hills, rustic barns, and charming city streets…all these things and more can be created in perfect miniature with the guidance of veteran model- railroad buff Chris Ellis. His detailed instructions cover planning backdrops; building basic terrain; painting backgrounds and creating the illusion of perspective; texturing foliage and trees; modeling water; depicting rocky surfaces; and building tunnels and bridges. A complete guide to creating realistic settings for model-train layouts, this guide also shows how affordable “scenics” from the celebrated Hornby Company provide the finishing touch.

Unknown Binding

First published September 7, 2010

Reviews

[Philip Garside · Rating 5 out of 5]

Practical clear advice and expert tips. I especially like the descriptions of how to use building flats and low relief structures on narrow layouts. The use of a picture of a freighter ship glued to the backscene at the end of the book is a touch of genius.