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Truly a lovely old building Frank. Even at this early stage.

 

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The colour has possibly come up a little even, but other than that it looks good ol' early industrial red brick.

I guess much would depend on the era it was built as the shape of the building is fairly universal and timeless. But early industrial brick usually had a lot of colour variation through it as the clay wasn't refined well and temperature control and atmosphere in the kilns on firing wasn't particularly even. Usually finish up with lighter patches here and there and some come out almost black where they've been in a reduction pocket in the kiln. Sorry... too much information on bricks.

 

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Yes Frank. Just a bit more than one colour in your base layer. Maybe a touch of yellow ochre or gold oxide. Looks like you base is red oxide so maybe some burnt sienna as well. And even a touch of blue. You don't need distinct transitions in the under colour, just a mish mash blend. I think it would make the brick wall come alive.

I expect you plan some dry brushing over the top of what you have done. Don't forget a tiny bit of sulphur yellow here and there. It's industry after all.

I possibly go a bit over the top on colour for most folks. But the unexpected colours are there in the real thing when you look hard enough. And I very rarely use black. Certainly not straight black. Its usually either very dark blue, green, purple or brown.

 

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It's definitely going to be a knockout when finished Frank. The whole project will be, having seen what you've done before.

Sorry, like I said, I go a little over the top when it comes to colour theory.

Watching with extreme interest.

Cheers
Embs

 

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It's an oxide colour Slotguy. You'll find it in tubes, with labels on it. Or you could try getting raw sienna and putting it in the microwave.

 

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QUOTE (Frank T @ 14 Dec 2010, 05:49) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>@Embs

I ve asked a man how works in an industrial museum near by. He told me that most of the industrial buildings were painted in red, so my color isn´t so far away from the original

I can live with that. BTW: Love the new work.

If you get stuck with griming things up enough, I'm sure Sig will be able to help.

 

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Absolutely great! Love the exterior lights.

 

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Superb as always Frank. I notice wiring hanging. Is it for more than just lights???

 

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QUOTE (Frank T @ 8 Jan 2011, 02:32) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Hi boys
Hey!

I know when I'm not wanted.

Love this photo Frank.

I know exactly what you mean with the building and such. I was having great fun with the track, but felt the temptation to try some structures and there's no room on the track table. Now the garage is nearing completion and about to be placed within its 'backyard' I find myself trying to come up with other excuses to make more buildings. I'm not too sure His Lordship is particularly impressed with the idea.

Embs

 

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Great idea Frank. Another something fun to experiment with. Heaven!

 

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QUOTE (SSD slotguy @ 12 Jan 2011, 05:51) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Ember related joke Frank, remember the first few posts?

Bah... Kids!

Can't live with 'em.

Can't shoot 'em.

Definitely dark Frank. You know me, I'd be adding some blue or green to the darkness. Pristine silvery base just doesn't suit.

Embs

 

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I love waking up in the morning to find out what's been happening in the real world over night.

Great work Frank! I'm storing away mounting ideas for the future, ie) doors and windows.

Nice shot of the Capri too. I have a feeling we may see more photos of cars through doorways.

Embs

 

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Given the nature of the steel industry, I'd suggest smoke, heat, grime and lots and lots of noise!

 

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QUOTE (Kellerkind @ 14 Jan 2011, 21:20) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>rammstein-concert in the background
Rammstein... Definitely. With full pyrotechnics. So sad I shan't get to see them while they're out here next month. Such is life.

Frank, the brickwork around that new broken door looks fabulous. As do the drain pipes. Looking forward to see what you come up with for lighting.

 

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Great job and inventive as always. Also loving the 'action' shots. Looks tight in there. Hope the bottom areas of the buildings, around car height, are good and firm.

 

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Just in case you think Jens is the only one wanting you to put the toy cars aside for a moment and get back to the buildings...

Embs

 

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Don't tell us Frank. SHOW us!

 

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Track of Knights? Frank, are you planning on building those Scalex jousting knights from last year's April Fool's gag?

 

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So... We're moving from the slot car set of Kingdom Brunel to a slot car set for Charles Mackintosh?