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In-ko-pah RR -- Dos Manos building #4

Modeling
#21

http://mason-wolf.com/main.htm

http://www.bradbury.com/

Jon I want the Dresser Rosette and can afford that but not the rest of matching papers
http://mason-wolf.com/dresser/modorn.htm

Cigar store hell…if you can do this I want it in my 1:24 house as I cannot afford it for the 1:1 model!!!
:slight_smile:

#22
David Russell said:
http://mason-wolf.com/main.htm

http://www.bradbury.com/

Jon I want the Dresser Rosette and can afford that but not the rest of matching papers
http://mason-wolf.com/dresser/modorn.htm

Cigar store hell…if you can do this I want it in my 1:24 house as I cannot afford it for the 1:1 model!!!
:slight_smile:


Do you just want the Rosette or others too? I think I can do it. Once you get it trimmed right it should be just cut and paste. If you print it in true scale, it might be a bit too dense, so some selective expansion may be required :slight_smile: Actually, I don’t know if I could even come close to actual scale without a scaled drawing. They do show the pattern on a roll and give the roll width, so perhaps…

Sorry Ray - You’ve inspired us !!!

Edit - So we don’t clutter up Ray’s thread with this, I’m gouing to start a new thread “Wallpaper” where we can play with Ray’s idea.

#23

I’d like to find a good, scale replica of embossed tin for the ceiling.

#24
Ray Dunakin said:
I'd like to find a good, scale replica of embossed tin for the ceiling.
Since tin ceilings are still around (at least reproductions), it would be possible to photograph one using a high resolution camera and a tripod. You would need to get the image as square as possible, then using the same method you did for the wallpaper, cut and paste the pattern to make a large sheet.

I don’t have any examples nearby or I’d give it a try.

EDIT - But I suppose you are looking for the relief too. I guess you will need to sculpt a pattern, use molding procedures to create a block of them, and then you can stamp your own tine with heavy foil :smiley:

#25
Ray Dunakin said:
I'd like to find a good, scale replica of embossed tin for the ceiling.
Is this what your after Ray? http://www.vandykes.com/search?sSearch=tin+ceiling&arr_filter%5Bbrand%5D%5B%5D=&arr_filter%5Barr_variation_options%5D%5Bstyle%5D%5B%5D=&arr_filter%5Barr_variation_options%5D%5Bcolor%5D%5B%5D=&Start+Search=Search
#26

Yeah, that’s the stuff. I just need it scaled down.

#27
Ray Dunakin said:
Yeah, that's the stuff. I just need it scaled down.
Well then get to work!! :)
#28

Here’s another brief update… I wasn’t happy with the gaps between the stones, so I filled them with mortar. I mixed a small quantity of mortar, added some “charcoal” pigment to darken it a little, and smeared onto the walls of the building by hand. When I was sure it had been pressed into all the gaps, I carefully rinsed off the excess while lightly rubbing it with my hand. In some areas I also used a soft paintbrush. After the mortar had set, I scrubbed the walls with stiff brush under running water, to remove some of the residue. It still needs a little touch up here and there, but I think it looks a lot better now:

(http://www.raydunakin.com/Site/IRR_Dos_Manos_files/Media/IMG_5076/IMG_5076.jpg)

(http://www.raydunakin.com/Site/IRR_Dos_Manos_files/Media/IMG_5074/IMG_5074.jpg)

(http://www.raydunakin.com/Site/IRR_Dos_Manos_files/Media/IMG_5078/IMG_5078.jpg)

#29

Yes! That looks great. Good call.

#30

It’s amazing how nicely stone scales. In the right setting with proper staging a photograph of that building will pass for real.

Nice job Ray - the mortar came out nice.

#31

…grinning…

#32

Here’s the latest update… I started working on the furnishings for the storefront interior. I built some cabinets with shelves out of styrene. These were “distressed” to look like they’ve been around a long time and have never been refinished. The design and “weathering” were inspired by photos from the J. A. Merriam Drug store in Colorado, which I got from a “No Frills” photo CD on ebay. Using regular spray paints, I sprayed them with gray primer, then a mist of red-brown primer, and a little bit of light brown. Then I brushed on a reddish-brown mix of Apple Barrel flat acrylics. I used a dark brown mix for the trim. After this had dried, I brushed on a thin wash of artist’s gloss medium, which really gives it a nice varnished look. When that had dried, I chipped and scraped away small bits of the surface paint. Then I went over it with a Scotch-Brite pad. I still have to make the merchandise to fill the shelves. I also have to make some other furnishings, “weather” the interior, add signs and displays, and lights. The false doorway at the rear will have a curtain draped across it. Here’s a shot of the interior with the cabinets temporarily placed in position:

(http://www.raydunakin.com/Site/IRR_Dos_Manos_files/Media/IMG_5100/IMG_5100.jpg)

(http://www.raydunakin.com/Site/IRR_Dos_Manos_files/Media/IMG_5097/IMG_5097.jpg)

#33

Between your buildings, and Bruce’s rolling stock, I might as well toss my hobby tools. I’ll never get to this level.

Absolutely awesome Ray.

#34
Jon Radder said:
Between your buildings, and Bruce's rolling stock, I might as well toss my hobby tools. I'll never get to this level.

Absolutely awesome Ray.


I don’t know about tossin my tools…but my camera may get tossed :smiley:
Is it real, or is it Memorex :wink:
Ralph

#35
Jon Radder said:
Between your buildings, and Bruce's rolling stock, I might as well toss my hobby tools. I'll never get to this level.

Absolutely awesome Ray.


Not me! Ray does awesome work. And then there’s his figures. I’ve got a ways to go. :wink:

#36

Thanks guys!

Ralph, I love my Canon SD880! Great little camera.

#37

I will never show a picture of what I do I am a hack!! That is more the awesome - do you need some work maybe you could do some cabintry in my house 1’ = 12"

Paul

#38

Beautiful work Ray.

#39

Looks awesome Ray!

What did you use for your ceiling crown/cornice molding as it has a good profile. I also noticed it’s inset downward somewhat, is that too support the 2nd floor? Are you going to paint the edge of the plexi on the cabinet doors or are you gonna trim them out(on the very end)?
As for the false door and the curtains…technically they would be called portiere’s and hung as a pair on a rod with brass rings(sorry had to throw that in there but I know you can do it!!)

Nice work!!
:slight_smile:

#40
David Russell said:
Looks awesome Ray!

What did you use for your ceiling crown/cornice molding as it has a good profile. I also noticed it’s inset downward somewhat, is that too support the 2nd floor? Are you going to paint the edge of the plexi on the cabinet doors or are you gonna trim them out(on the very end)?
As for the false door and the curtains…technically they would be called portiere’s and hung as a pair on a rod with brass rings(sorry had to throw that in there but I know you can do it!!)


Thanks! I glued a quarter-round rod into an L-angle to make the ceiling molding. It will be used to help support the ceiling. (There will be a space between the ceiling of the first level, and the floor of the second story.)

Yes, I need to paint the edge of the clear plastic on the cabinet doors.

I’m still debating whether or not I should attempt brass rings for the doorway curtains/portiere, or just do something simpler. Also debating how to make the curtains themselves. I’m not real happy with the curtains I made for the windows of my first building. I may try rolling out some poly clay really thin, and shaping it into the proper folds.