5-6: This building is a kit from Sidetrack Laser, the
Desperation Pass Foreman’s Cabin. I built this structure
for a clinic on lighting buildings with LEDs.
I started by using a wash of alcohol and India ink on the
whole building. I then used the hairspray technique to
simulate peeling paint
. I wanted the look of a building that was old,
and starting to need repair.
I sprayed it with MicroLux Reefer White 29004. I then
scraped off some of the paint to reveal the stained boards
underneath. I used a combination of Mig Productions
and AK Interactive pigments to darken the Reefer White
slightly. Remember, less is more, I was careful to not use
too much pigment. I also used some Carb Othello Pastel
Pencils to add a little decay to some boards.
Weathered the porch in a similar way. All the building
trim was painted with MicroLux Roof Brown 29009. I
distressed the doors more than the sides to show heavy
wear. I scratchbuilt the box on the porch to have a base
for the scratchbuilt lantern. The lantern is a 3mm clear
red LED that I sanded to diffuse the light The top is 20 lb.
paper painted with MicroLux Engine Black 29008. The box
is painted with MicroLux Roof Red 29010. I then sanded
some of the paint off to give that worn and used look.
This building started out as a prop for a lighting clinic,
and turned into a learning experience on weathering and
painting, which added to the enjoyment of constructing
the building. In this case, the learning was not part of
the original plan, but that's just as well since I am always
looking for new techniques and materials to enhance my
modeling skills and to help me create better models.
