Colorado O Scale St. Vrain River Bridge Project

How did your drone manage to catch those photos. An artist and pilot. I'm impressed.

Dick

I went back an looked through the thread again. Great stuff. Definitely worth the trip.

christopher N&W posted:

I went back an looked through the thread again. Great stuff. Definitely worth the trip.

I missed this sorry Chris, thanks 

I hope we can have the O Scale National in Denver next summer se we can see this piece.

Dick

J Daddy posted:

Erik C Lindgren posted:

I need to get on the maintenance department I’ve found at least a dozen loose spikes. 

Eric -

Very  nice work, and thanks for sharing the build. I really like the water as well... Well done!

I have the same issue above, but I term it as more of a loose screw!

Take care and include us in the future builds.

Thanks Dick and J Daddy for the comments. Sure Brightened my day

CBQer posted:

I hope we can have the O Scale National in Denver next summer se we can see this piece.

Dick

I would love too Dick, we need an army of guys to pull it off! If you see Leighton and Jefferson at the March Meet hit em up. Maybe Caboose Ltd would want to sponsor.  

Thanks man 

So believable as real.  As usual.

Fantastic and better than real. We are in the 4th dimension with this module.

How about cutting the side of the module, to give the appearance that the water will be flowing out of it? I think I twould improve the experience overall.

Yves

Thanks Yves and Joe, your comments are appreciated. All in good time Yves, I need another day a week. 

         OUTSTANDING photo and model !!   easily pass as real !   great job !

The only clue that it's a module is that it's posted here.  Otherwise woulda taken it for a real scene.  Best combo of modeling and photography I've ever seen.  Thanks, Erik.

Yep, it's almost beyond modeling at this level, it's art. Sure you have to model it to have it, but few can match this level of detail and realism.  Nice job Erik!

BH

Gee fellas, I’m thrilled you enjoy the hard work. It keeps me coming back for more punishment. 

Austin Bill posted:

The only clue that it's a module is that it's posted here.  Otherwise woulda taken it for a real scene.  Best combo of modeling and photography I've ever seen.  Thanks, Erik.

Very cool Bill I’m so flattered and humbled by your comments. 

Erick, the modelling is amazing. The detail is incredible, I have so many questions, I hope my modelling gets to that level one day.

Erik C Lindgren posted:

 

I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.

There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.

Matt Makens posted:

Erick, the modelling is amazing. The detail is incredible, I have so many questions, I hope my modelling gets to that level one day.

Thanks Matt, I appreciate it. 

p51 posted:

Erik C Lindgren posted:

 

I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.

There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.

I need to be careful with that so I need a few of these to disprove the naysayers... 

p51 posted:

Erik C Lindgren posted:

 

I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.

There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.

Erik is engaging in what I refer to as "scary modeling". This is where the model looks so much like it's a 1:1 photo that it's scary anyone can model like that. 

Erik,  do you guys (COSM) have any upcoming shows where you will put up your modular layout including the bridge module.  Didn't see anything on the COSM website.  Would like to see the layout at a show  while doing other things in Colorado when the high country warms up.  Thanks, Bill. 

I’m not sure Bill, at the moment unless something comes up the next scheduled event we are planning on doing is October 2018 at the Hobby Expo and this is not certain as it’s so far out. If offered space we would be willing to set up anytime. I’ve often considered contacting Children’s Hospital in Aurora colorado and offered setting up for a 3 day weekend.

Thanks, Erik.   Bet the children will get a big, big lift if you do it.  I'll watch your website for COSM show participation.  

The sheer complexity and world class execution of this project is something we can all appreciate. I wish I could see it with my own eyes as I'm sure the limitations of photography don't do it justice. 

AGHRMatt posted:

p51 posted:

Erik C Lindgren posted:

 

I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.

There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.

Erik is engaging in what I refer to as "scary modeling". This is where the model looks so much like it's a 1:1 photo that it's scary anyone can model like that. 

J Daddy posted:

Erik C Lindgren posted:

I need to get on the maintenance department I’ve found at least a dozen loose spikes

 

 

not uncommon though in the real world!

The darn English language doesn't provide enough variations to praise the quality of your work Eric, both photographically and modeling unless you go all Lucius Bebee an stuff. Man that guy had a way to turn a phrase.

Thanks fellas glad you like it. 

SANTIAGOP23 posted:

The sheer complexity and world class execution of this project is something we can all appreciate. I wish I could see it with my own eyes as I'm sure the limitations of photography don't do it justice. 

Wow Santiago thanks muchly 

wb47 posted

I need to get on the maintenance department I’ve found at least a dozen loose spikes

 

not uncommon though in the real world!

Indeed. I saw several loose spikes on the (BNSF) main last night while waiting to photograph a Amtrak train. I noticed several loose spikes, a couple were almost completely out.

Some test shots on the bridge, I thought maybe you guys enjoy them.

The poor farmer’s shiny green Hudson is going to get some clinkers on the roof. 

Erik C Lindgren posted:

I need to be careful with that so I need a few of these to disprove the naysayers... 

Well At least Your Bridge lasted a lot longer than this one!

http://www.miamiherald.com/new...rticle205316174.html

John took the word right out of my mouth!  Fantastic Erik!  Thank you for sharing your photographs with us!!

Erik C Lindgren posted:

p51 posted:

Erik C Lindgren posted:

 

I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.

There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.

I need to be careful with that so I need a few of these to disprove the naysayers... 

Sure, nice photo shop work. Seriously thanks for posting all these great photos, hopefully you will motivate others to do some work and post it on the forum. You positively have a fantastic ability both modeling as well as the photos! Thanks again for letting us use one of you photos for the cover of our 2018 catalog.

Eric  - I really look forward to seeing the fruits of your amazing modelling and photography talent posted on the forum - its inspirational. Thanks for sharing. 

Scale City Designs posted:

Erik C Lindgren posted:

p51 posted:

Erik C Lindgren posted:

 

I know it's an overused phrase on forums like this, but this photo looks REAL. I don't simply mean that it's very realistic, I mean it looks like you stood lineside at the Illinois RR museum and caught their streamliner on a run somewhere.

There's nothing in this photo that even suggests this is anything but a 1:1 reality.

I need to be careful with that so I need a few of these to disprove the naysayers... 

Sure, nice photo shop work. Seriously thanks for posting all these great photos, hopefully you will motivate others to do some work and post it on the forum. You positively have a fantastic ability both modeling as well as the photos! Thanks again for letting us use one of you photos for the cover of our 2018 catalog.

Marty, it’s an honor you wanted to use it! Be sure and give one to Leighton or Jeff so I can get one. Good luck this weekend sell lots! 

Keystoned Ed posted:

Eric  - I really look forward to seeing the fruits of your amazing modelling and photography talent posted on the forum - its inspirational. Thanks for sharing. 

Thanks Ed, feeling is mutual..

Erik , you always inspire me to do better modeling. Your work is fantastic! As a byproduct; you have introduced me to some really great jazz artists!  I'm always checking to see if you have released a new video with great trains and smooth jazz.

Billy C