Step Six: Add a little weathering:
At this point we now have some semi-weathered cars that
run well and look pretty good. However, most master model-
ers don’t consider a car complete until it has been weathered.
Weathering is an area of the hobby that has really become
more popular in the past decade or so.
There are a number of different techniques to try – some old
and some new. A little research will turn up lots of weathering
approaches to try. I recommend exploring as many techniques
as possible, and then choosing a few that you like and hone
those skills. While you shouldn’t shy away from weathering a
car, keep in mind that weathering is a skill that takes practice.
If you are new to weathering, test various techniques out on
cars from the junk bin. As an alternative, if you have cars that
are going to be replaced by better detailed models, practice
weathering techniques on them. If the weathering comes out
badly, it’s no loss, since you were passing these cars along
Batch-building freight cars - 1
18: This Red Caboose boxcar is weathered with fine
layers of chalk powders. The chalk has been brushed
down the side of the car in vertical stripes and then
blended for an even coat.
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MRH-Mar 2013
