Phil Edholm has modeled in HO, but now focuses primarily on O scale and On30. He builds modules as part of the California Central Coast On30 Modular group and as part of the ACCRS O scale layout at the Alameda Fairgrounds. He has done several clinics on structure and scenery, as well as how to use technology (3D printing, computers, etc.) in modeling. Hi focus is on building prototypically correct models with full interiors and details. As part of his modeling, he incorporates a range of techniques and is always on the lookout for ways to do better modeling, faster and cheaper.
CLINIC #1 of 2 - Make and Take – Multi-scale Handcar Shed $$$
Must Register for this clinic. Cost is $17 for HO & N and $30 for O & S.
Join this Make and Take session where you will build an entry level craftsman type kit of a prototype Southern Pacific handcar shed. The model, by New Creations Victorian Railroad Buildings is of the prototype located in Woodford, California. The shed is typical of those found on most railroads n North America during the steam and transition periods. The kit is available in four scales for this Make and Take; N, HO, S and O.
This Make and Take focuses on using/learning techniques on this small building that can be used in other and larger structures. Using the techniques covered in this clinic, the clinician won both First Place Scratch built Structure and Best of Show at the 2023 PCR Convention.
The following are some of the techniques that will be covered. New Creations will pre-dye the wood parts for quicker assembly. During the clinic, the walls and trim wood will be finished separately and then assembled for best results.
Wood Preparation
Finish painting techniques to achieve the look you want from newly painted to dilapidated.
Adding Details
Assembly techniques to assure a square building.
Roof installation options and techniques.
Weathering
The cost for this clinic varies by scale: $17 for HO & N and $30 for O & S.
You are required to bring the following tools:
Xacto or equivalent knife with spare blade
Medium paint brush
File and/or sanding sticks
Tacky Glue
Craft Paint of color you want for your shed.
A 12” piece of appropriate Code rail to mount on the deck.
The following will be available for shared use, but if you can bring your own it would be better:
Straightedge
Squaring tool
Small Clamps
Alcohol washes and some paint colors will be available at the clinic. If you have a specific paint color your want to paint your shed, bring it with you.
PROTOTYPE
The following two photos are from the manufacturer.
HANDCAR SHED IN O SCALE
HANDCAR SHED IN HO SCALE
You will leave with a completed structure that can go directly to a spot on your layout.
You wil also leave with new techniques for building better models.
AS BUILT HAND CAR SHED
CLINIC #2 of 2 - Building Structures Two Ways – Acrylic and 3D Framing
Phil will discuss building ruggedized contest quality O scale structures for a module using two techniques. First, he will cover using an acrylic box as the structure for a large building. Two additional structures, one large and one small, use 3D filament printed framing with traditional material for both strength and appearance. In these buildings, the framing and roof are 3D printed with all floors, siding, and roofing being more traditional modeling materials. The clinic will cover design, building, coloring and finishing for the structures. The two structures featured in this clinic respectively won First Place in Structures and Best in Show at the 2023 PCR Convention.
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